SOFT FURNISHINGS
W ith the days growing shorter and the air slowly turning crisp, now is the perfect time to dial up the snug factor in your sanctuary. Soft furnishings are your secret weapon – think textured throws, velvet cushions and layered rugs that instantly add warmth and style. You might choose to block out the early nightfall and any pesky draughts with thick, lined curtains, or invest in a plush new bedspread for the colder months. Give your much-loved sofa a spruce with a new arrangement of scatter cushions, or deck out the living room with blankets that call out to be cosied up in with a good book. This season’s trends add colour and warmth into our interiors, designed to give you an extra dose of dopamine and lift your mood on grey days. For AW25, it’s all about embracing colour, pattern and personality. After all, if we’re going to spend more time indoors, let’s make it beautiful! Finishing touches Soft furnishings bring an interior design theme to life. Curtains, throws, cushions, rugs and even bed linens add texture, depth and personality to a space, helping to tie colour schemes and styles together seamlessly. These elements allow for easy seasonal updates and reflect your personal style without the need for major changes. Aesthetically, they are essential – adding comfort, cohesion and that all- important lived-in feel. “People want their homes to reflect their journeys, memories and personalities, with interesting patterns, textures and colour combinations that instantly add something unique to the space,” comments David Harris, design director at Andrew Martin – a luxury interiors company that prides itself on creating homes that are as interesting as the people who live in them. “More and more, we want to create interiors that feel layered and lived-in, where every element, from fabric to furniture to lighting, contributes to a
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME Embrace colour, pattern and personality this autumn and winter with homeware from Melin Tregwynt (left), Andrew Martin and Kit Kemp (middle) and Night Lark (top right)
78 NOVEMBER 2025 CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
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