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Huma Qureshi

The best high fashion for your home

Designer homeware: Armani/Casa set
Armani/Casa
armanicasa.com
Seia porcelain set, from £17

Armani's fashion designs exude classic minimalism in simple shapes and forms; his home range, Armani/Casa, is just as beautiful. Curtain fabrics are in damask and rich velvets while larger furniture pieces are lacquered in earthy shades of tobacco, dark grey and green. For a spot of sophistication, pick a piece from his ceramics range – like this Japanese-style tea set
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Designer homeware: Zandra Rhodes
Zandra Rhodes floral range at Marks and Spencer
marksandspencer.com
Mugs £5, bowls £6, dinner plates £7.50

Zandra Rhodes's homeware has just as much drama as her flamboyant fashion designs. Her latest range for Marks and Spencer is high impact, in black-and-white statement floral patterns that are pretty but practical
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Designer homeware: John Rocha bowl
John Rocha at Debenhams
debenhams.com
Large metal leaf bowl, £20

John Rocha's home designs are elegantly and simply formed, playing with different textures and finishes. This metal leaf bowl casts a lovely silhouette; look out for his gorgeous cushions in tactile taffeta, sequins and rouched silk.
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Designer homeware: Vera Wang napkin rings
Vera Wang at John Lewis
johnlewis.com
Set of four napkin rings, £32.50

Ladies everywhere dream of owning a Vera Wang gown for ultra-feminine luxury. Her home pieces are pretty and understated, featuring fine and timeless silverware like these love-knot napkin rings
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Designer homeware: Ben de Lisi cushion
Ben de Lisi at Debenhams
debenhams.com
Cushion, £16

Ben de Lisi's dresses are modern and unfussy; his home style is not far off the mark either. This monostripe cushion makes use of the charcoal grey that interior stylists are loving this season
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Designer homeware: Julien Macdonald lamp
Julien Macdonald at Debenhams
debenhams.com
Crystal drop table lamp, £60

Julien Macdonald is all about luxury, a bit of sparkle and a lot of glam; this crystal drop lamp is just one of several pieces that are perfect for creating opulent boudoir chic
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Designer homeware: Missoni throw
Missoni at Occa Home
occa-home.co.uk
Erode throw, £205

There are some designer essentials that we all dream of – Missoni knitwear being one of them. Transport the beautiful colours and fine knits to your sofa with this warm multicoloured throw
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Designer homeware: Orla Kiely mugs
Orla Kiely at Heals
heals.co.uk
Mugs, £7.50

Love the classic Orla Kiely stem print, but can't afford a handbag? Don't worry – have a china mug instead. Orla Kiely's range for Heals is fun, funky and a little bit retro; larger pieces include 70s-style sideboards and orange sofas. These mugs will definitely liven up tea time
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Designer homeware: Jasper Conran plate
Jasper Conran for Wedgwood
johnlewis.com
Plate, £82

At London fashion week, Jasper Conran's catwalk collection featured tulles and ribbons and “grown-up” prom skirts strewn with organza flowers. His work for Wedgwood is similarly feminine. The ornate Chinoiserie range looks as if it's been embroidered with flowers and peacocks but the bold colour scheme stops it being too girly
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Designer homeware: Ralph Lauren pillow
Ralph Lauren Home
ralphlaurenhome.com
Sagamore throw pillow, £170
(available from the new Bond St store)

Ralph Lauren was the first designer to venture into homeware back in the 80s. His style is synonymous with the all-American lifestyle, and preppy types can dress their rooms to match their wardrobes with this casual but chic range. Scatter these soft checked cushions (made from Alpaca wool) on a sofa to create that "Christmas in the Hamptons" look
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Designer homeware: Paul Smith rug
Paul Smith
paulsmith.co.uk
Love wall hanging, £780

Paul Smith is known for his signature fabrics and his home textiles are just as colourful and fun. His “Love Too” wall hanging sold out after featuring in Carrie Bradshaw's redecorated apartment in the Sex and the City movie – but this version, made for the Rug Rug Company from hand-spun wool, is still available
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