While it’s hard to think about any other weather event than the tragic floods that have hit the country of late, autumn has arrived and with it a new array of bed linen. From trans-seasonal coverlets to pretty autumnal florals, the season sees an emergence of a strong colour palette with navy, eucalyptus green and cinnamon appearing across brands.
L&M Home’s autumn line-up is a cosy affair with lots of plain bedding options in rich tones including classic navy and cinnamon. The brand’s plain Nordic linen range is woven in Portugal and crafted using fine, 100% cotton yarns making for an ultra-soft feel with a hint of crispness. We love the brand’s gorgeous Soho quilt in the new nougat tone – it looks particularly fresh when paired with navy sheets.
L&M Home’s Soho quilt in nougat, pictured with the brand’s Nordic bed linen in navy.
As is typical for the brand, the, Kip & Co. autumn drop is rather large with lots of gems to be found. We’re particularly fond of the ‘Blooms’ printed linen range that features an orange, white-washed green and pink floral print on an olive base with plain olive reverse. This design looks fabulous paired with the brand’s iconic velvet quilt cover in the new khaki colour way. From $209.
‘Bloom’ sheets and pillow cases paired with a khaki velvet quilt cover
Aura’s much-loved Maison Vintage coverlet has had an autumnal makeover and is now available in a gorgeous warm tone the the brand has called hazelnut. Perfect for the in-between seasons, the coverlet is made from French flax grown sustainably in the coastal regions of France and blended with sustainably sourced, super soft cotton. The brand’s Maison Vintage quilt cover in Syrah is a sophisticated choice too. From $259.
Linen House has embraced green in a major way this autumn from khaki to forest green and other shades too. The large-scale ‘Wren Forest’ quilt cover set and the ‘Heath Eucalyptus’ quilt cover set are particularly lovely. From $169.99.
This versatile quilt cover wouldn’t look out of place in a teenage boy’s room
Navy is big on the bedding front at Adairs also – perhaps the classic shade is the new charcoal? The pretty ‘Wild Garden’ pale green quilt cover set is one for the floral lovers. From $159.99.
Home Republic Stonewashed cotton navy quilt cover
‘Wild Garden’ pale green quilt cover set
Mix and match bedding tips from Kip & Co
It’s the time of year where we’re all adding extra layers to our beds for warmth but the more we add, the harder it can be to achieve a cohesive…
Way back in 2014, when Tony Abbott was PM, Ellen DeGeneres took that epic celeb-filled selfie and Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin ‘consciously uncoupled,’ Interiors Addict had a milestone of its own… we produced one of our most clicked on articles ever: The 10 best places to buy Australian bed linen online.
Now, three years on, we thought it was about time we revamped the list. So here’s our favourites for 2017…
Jardan: You most likely associate Jardan with super stylish Australian furniture, but their bedding offering is of equal wow-factor. Coming in both brushed cotton and 100% linen, the divine stonewashed colours are available in solid and striped iterations.
Jardan
Kesem Boy: A newcomer to the scene, it’s the Sydney label’s fun but subtle patterns that caught our attention… perfect for those neutral lovers who are becoming that little bit daring! Made from 100% cotton sateen, they offer throws and cushions to finish the look.
Kesem Boy
L&M Home: Always reliable, L&M Home (formerly Linen and Moore) have all the latest trends covered for your bedroom, lounge and dining table. We always look forward to their new catalogue! With a design team based in Melbourne, their philosophy is around creating everyday luxury for your home.
L&M Home
Kas: Firstly, the brand is one for colour lovers, their bedding is bold, graphic and vibrant. Secondly, it’s one for the bargain hunters! Hurry, there’s an epic sale currently on.
Kas
Hunting for George: In my opinion a brand that can do no wrong! With bedding made from linen and cotton sateen and stylish accessories – like woollen blankets and throws – you can get your whole bedroom look with a click of the mouse.
Hunting for George
The Pillowslip Store: As the name suggests, these new kids on the block specialise in extra large pillowslips, which look as good on a queen bed as they will on your king. No more too-short pillows (they sell the inners too) and the designs are just fab. They come in plain colours too. We love the gingham but there’s something for everyone and it encourages low-commitment, affordable mixing and matching without changing your entire bed linen!
The Pillowslip Store
R & R Bedding: offers a considered edit of 100% French linen pillowcases and duvet covers of the very best quality and cutting edge design. Designed in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, R & R are bringing back the traditional craft of embroidery in an untraditional way: all linen pillowcases are designed to be embroidered with whatever you please (initials, sayings, your favourite Kanye lyrics), for a good night’s sleep with a side of humour. R & R makes the perfect gift for weddings, engagements, the person who has everything or as a well deserved gift to yourself.
R&R Bedding
The Jersey Company: A little bit different, the bedding is made from soft and stretchy t-shirt material, otherwise referred to as T-SHEET™. Think snuggling up at night in your favourite oversized tee! With no strict sheet sets, it’s all about mixing and matching with a range of beautiful neutrals.
The Jersey Company
Shannon Fricke: Brimming with exotic patterns, colour and a distinct boho vibe, the brand is the brainchild of stylist Shannon Fricke. A personal favourite of mine, the cotton is super soft and most designs feature that little bit something, from tassels to velvet accents.
Shannon Fricke
Goosebumps: It’s no surprise Goosebumps got their start in kids bedding with their adult’s range being playful, colourful and best of all reversible. They also have a sale on, so jump online quick smart!
Goosebumps
Sanctuary Boutique Linens: Collaborating with local and international artists, the family-owned brand brings art and design into your home. With refined yet eclectic patterns, look carefully and you’ll spot skulls paired with roses and toucans matched with tigers!
Sanctuary Boutique Linens
Linen House: With an impressive number of different styles and trends, the family-owned business offers everything from tribal textures to velvets and knits detailed with pom-poms and tassels. It’s a brand that’s sure to bring every bedroom idea to life. And between you and me, the quilt cover below has to be one of my all time favourites!
Linen House
Miss Bettina: A modern take on classic floral bed linen, the boutique label features bold hand-drawn prints on reversible quit covers. Made from 100% cotton sateen, they are perfect for those prone to allergies and best of all they’re on sale!
Miss Bettina
We are still huge fans of all the bedding brands mentioned in our original post, so don’t forget to check them out here.
We hope you found this list useful. Please let us know who you’d add!
Formerly known as Linen & Moore, L&M Home return this summer with a new name and collection of bed linen, throws, quilts, blankets, cushions and napery. “Our textile collections have evolved over the last 16 years to offer a broader range to a wider audience. We think there is a lot in a name, so we thought it was time for a refresh of the brand,” says design director Danielle Bowers.
The Phoenix quilt
“We offer beautiful textiles in natural fibres, for every room of the home, that are curated into two annual releases that span fashion-forward and fun-loving to the timeless and handcrafted. Our position in the Australian market is an extension of our philosophy, and that philosophy is to bring quality and everyday luxury to the home with high-end products at affordable prices.”
Phoenix quilt detail
The new linen is certainly a highlight for us – we love its retro, hand-stitched details. “Being an avid collector of quilts, I can’t go past our charming new Phoenix quilt. I just love its timeless simplicity. It’s a delightful design that delivers a hint of nostalgia with its contrasting hand-stitched cross elements,” says Danielle of the quilt that is available in white with black cross stitch or white with flax cross stitch detailing.
“Summer 2016 offers a small collection of new designs and we’ve expanded on some of our favourites to include co-ordinates and our existing designs have been re-imagined in exciting new up-to-the-minute colour palettes. The emphasis is on lightweight linen and cotton textures in white and pretty pastel shades and the inspiration behind the new releases was a somewhat feminine aesthetic,” says Danielle.
Napery
Having been with the company for over a decade, Danielle loves many aspects of her job but particularly the travel opportunities. “As part of my job I get to travel with our director Anna Lofts to visit our quality manufacturers and special artisan communities in India. It’s a wonderfully inspiring and educational experience and essential to keeping abreast of what is happening in the exciting world of textiles today.”
