Read all over

Lets pay homage to the humble hardback with the discovery of Persephone Books, a wonderful online and mail order buying community and shop in London. Their mission is a simple, provide access for women to great fiction written by women. 

"The titles are chosen to appeal to busy women who rarely have time to spend in ever-larger bookshops and who would like to have access to a list of books designed to be neither too literary nor too commercial."

With beautiful dove grey covers and a 'fabric' print endpaper and bookmark each title looks effortlessly elegant. Persephone Books is the ideal gift purchasing destination...or just buy for your own impeccably styled bookcase!

Each book costs £12 or £30 for three, for more information please visit www.persephonebooks.co.uk

We live to dwell

Yesterday marked the opening of the stylish interiors company Dwell in Cardiff, a delightful mix of understated chic and quirky accessories. The quality furniture, textiles and accessories are a real mix and match affair producing countless combinations. I absolutely fell in love with the printed cushions, priced around £30, and the unusual lighting features that illuminate the shop space.

Dwell has a very modern feel but many of the designs are based on 60s and 70s shapes, and traditional wooden furniture is propelled into the present with acrylic finishes. 

Even if you cannot stretch to buy a new dining room table or sofa, the smaller products such as lighting features, mirrors and cushions will easily update existing features in your home. 

For more information please visit www.dwell.co.uk

Room to grow

The most beautiful interior...

The Tides designed by Kelly Wearstler