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Amy’s lust list: September 2018

Given we’re in the enviable position of coming across gorgeous wares on the daily, I thought it was about time I shared the things I’ve been coveting of late. From Slim Aarons inspired photographic prints to the latest whimsical bed linen, there’s so much to love as we head into spring.

Kerrie Hess ‘Louis Giraffe’ print: The first animal print from the celebrated fashion illustrator, I’m just a little bit in love with the little (big!) guy. Louis the giraffe is statuesque in Paris, standing alongside a set of iconic Louis Vuitton luggage. Perfect for the little ones. From $275.

Feliz Home: ‘Dream Weaver’ is the latest collection from this Aussie bedding brand and I’m particularly taken with the delicate hand stitched details, fringing and whimsical patterns. The hand drawn travel-inspired motifs are rather gorgeous too – there are pillows that celebrate an array of Australian capital cities as well as Byron Bay. The range is made from pure Belgian linen and crisp organic cotton and is priced from $39.

Urban Outfitters bath mats: From statement tigers to Moroccan inspired geometrics, the Urban Outfitters bath mats are perfect for injecting a bit of fun in the bathroom. From $49.

Stuart Cantor prints: These remind me so much of the late great Slim Aarons but they were captured by our very own Melbourne-based photographer Stuart Cantor and are available through Tigmi Trading. Shot in France and Italy, old school glamour abounds and don’t even get me started on the gorgeous warm tones.

“Tigmi has a certain aesthetic and a warm colour palette. The range we selected is a combination of France and Italy. It’s that old world feeling. You look at the photos and are hopefully transported to another space,” says Stuart. From $800.

Spark & Burnish Ocean Plastic knobs: Made from ocean plastic and created by industrial designer Andrew Simpson of Vert Design, proceeds from the sale of these gorgeous cabinet handles are donated to the Great Barrier Reef Foundation and go towards raising money for marine conservation projects. $77 each.

Castle & Things Sweet Pea quilt cover: The latest from Rachel Castle is like spring for the bed. I absolutely adore the combination of floral and stripe. Love! From $135.

Jen’s last lust list

DENFAIR hits Sydney for the first time next week

After a successful four-year stint in Melbourne, one of Australia’s leading contemporary design and art events DENFAIR is coming to Sydney, where it will be taking over the Hordern Pavillion from August 16-to-18. With an inspiring array of local and international brands exhibiting, we thought we’d highlight a few in anticipation.

Cotswold InOut Furniture
Designed by Brussels-based designer Alain Gilles, the Wicked collection from Cotswold InOut Furniture is some of the more fabulous outdoor furniture designs we’ve seen. Combining wicker with a contemporary steel frame, I love the collection’s bold graphic lines.

Cube & Circle
After an impressive display at Melbourne, Cube & Circle is set to bring to DENFAIR Sydney the infamous Spin Stool. With wooden legs that bend horizontally around the seat and then down towards the ground, it’s easy to see how this design received the 2011 prize for Furniture of the Year by the interior magazine Sköna Hem.

Tivoli Audio
It’s the retro lines that caught our eye. Tivoli Audio will premiere their latest product at DENFAIR Sydney, The Music System Home. An all-in-one audio system, these designs combine vintage design with high performance audio.

Nood Co
We profiled them recently but you’ll be able to see them firsthand at DENFAIR Sydney. Nood Co’s new Pill and Cube basins will be launching alongside 13 other new products. Combining three of our favourite things (pastels, curves and concrete!) we’re keen to check them out in the flesh too.

Nood basins — Nood Co Pill & Cube basins

Spark & Burnish
A new purveyor of designer hardware, Spark & Burnish will be launching new collections at DENFAIR Sydney from International brands including Tom Kundig (USA), Nest Studio (USA), Baccman & Berglund (Sweden), Shayne Fox Hardware (Canada), Buster & Punch (UK) and Kawajun (Japan). The Ocean Plastic handles from Sydney’s Vert Design will be showcased too.

Pitch Acoustic
Creators of stylish sound absorbing solutions for walls, ceilings and desks, Pitch Acoustic will be showcasing a range of privacy booths for work, studio, home and learning environments. I love the brand’s use of on-trend colour.

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