Coffee brewed? Comfy? This one's a bumper review! Well, it's a September issue, so how could it not be?! Let's get this show on the road, there's page after page of eye candy to devour. So, first up, the cover. I know, that wallpaper knocked me for six too; I'm really into cherry blossom at the moment and plus, aren't those brown colourways perfect for fall? You can check it out sans front cover type lower down (6). Early on we're treated to a statement yellow sofa (2) and a super douper affordable anglepoise-style floor lamp for £125 (sidenote - there's also a 'design classic' editorial on the anglepoise, too (4)). Up next we dive straight into a home tour (3) that "any James Bond villain would be proud of" and trust me, it's dark, moody and seductive. The spread (5, 6, 7) that follows - Decorating with Paintbox Florals - is one of the stand out editorials of the issue...those pendant shades are divine! There's a piece on using wooden furniture (8) in the home and monochrome lovers will enjoy the home tour (9) that follows. Still with me? Told you it was a goodun'! Ok, so there's a darling feature on creative work spaces (10) which is bursting with inspiration for anyone overhauling their home office. I had to post these fun pages on home organisation (11, 12); isn't that aircraft case a brilliant and quirky idea for home storage?! The final home tour is courtesy of Paola Navone's Milanese home, which demonstrates beautiful use of greens (13) and blues (14). A touch of practicality is offered for anyone looking to add a modern extension (15) and the ever-so-talented Living Etc team round things off with an interview with Kelly Wearstler. Right, I'll zip it and let you devour the visual goodness before you buy, buy, buy it!
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Love the yellow sofa and the bedroom with the fireplace is dreamy! Oh I'm desperate to get my hands on this issue! Too bad we're a month behind so I likely won't see it until closer to Sept. So sad. I'll be sure to have a look online though to get more of a fix. Thanks for the sneak peak Will!
ReplyDeleteOh get me some of those over-sized floral lampshades - they are divine! Looks like a fab issue! x
ReplyDeleteOk, let me check my coins to see if I have enough to head to my local Borders to pick this one up/
ReplyDeleteYum! Thanks for that. Feeling restored now.. :)
ReplyDeleteLiving Etc is great and I so enjoy their magazine. Haven't gotten the latest one yet, but will dash out first thing.
Night in Sydney. Terrible gale force winds - trees torn apart on our street.. Thank goodness Winter is nearly over.
x Charlotta
P.s. Tell me about rafting the GC river! I love the sound of that..
Oh, wow, it looks great! Am totally into cherry blossoms myself, and the contrasts in that room are really fabulous!
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Will, this is one amazing mag and your review is just terrific! Loving the brown wallpaper from the cover is gorgeous, the creative space is amazing and I'm now totally digging this issue!
ReplyDeleteOk, Richard Elliot's kitchen is something I would galdly scrifice myself for!
ReplyDeleteI am loving all the floral prints! :)
ReplyDeleteWill! Wow...I think I'm gonna be here off and on all day. Fabulous shots - love those pics of textured walls, brick, etc. and that open-air kitchen...yum...
ReplyDeleteOh no, not another one! I totally went out yesterday and spent nine dollars on the August issue after seeing the sneak peek on your blog. Oops! That inspiration board is bananas. Have the best day, lovie!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, what an amazing issue! Every time you do these, I go online and check the cost of a Living Etc. subscription, but every time I realize it is too much for me right now :( But I am definitely heading to my local store to pick up this issue! Thanks Will!
ReplyDeleteI just love Living Etc, it's getting it right every time lately..
ReplyDeleteAmazing spaces. Thanks for sharing. I LOVE the Style Steal bedroom with the pink and purple florals. It is so NOT me and something I'd never think to do, yet I love it so much! Yummy.
ReplyDeleteThere are loads of things.. I could have from there.. the lamp shades.. the sofa... the spaces are simply awesome!!
ReplyDeleteThorough review Will! I'm off to get my copy from Barnes and Noble today!
ReplyDeleteoooh the blue-tiled walls and the yellow sofa...soo dreamy!
ReplyDeleteAnd, because of your detailed review, now I just have to run to the local bookstore and grab this ...
I'm with Rachel! Get me some of those floral shades! Thanks Will for the sneak peek, espcially of Paola's home - the tiles are amazing - and love that kitchen!
ReplyDeleteThat yellow sofa! The wallpaper! The retractable roof! The blue room! My brain is on overload. Too many things to love here...
ReplyDeleteThis is a great review! I am loving all those lamp shades in the photos specifically the yellow one.
ReplyDeleteWow what an inspiring spread! I'll have to get my copy now. I'm carving out a little work area in my house now and I need some mojo to get going!
ReplyDeleteOh, Im with Nyla . . . wish I could have it in my hot little hands right now!!! I am so hungry for some good inspiration....must be thinking about fall already....
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ooooh! Livingetc is always my go-to mag when I'm spending my time in Ireland and this issue sure doesn't disappoint! Love the big floral pendants against that brick wall, the cherry blossom wallpaper and the industrial touches like that wheeled cabinet (is that from an airplane?). I definitely need to pick up this issue! : )
ReplyDeleteooh love this post! aaand currently falling in love with your blog :) have a great rest of the week!!
ReplyDeletegreat combination of finds. this is very inspiring! thank you!
ReplyDeletethe almighty september issue! im luving summa that yellowness
ReplyDeleteThere's so much to love here. My favorites are the 'neat and tidy' spread and the interview with Kelly Wearstler. I like The Killers, too, but it's funny how she calls other designers' merchandise pricey. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat post...my favorite was the creative work spaces, love that pic. Interview with Kelly was good too...she seems down to earth...Have a good one Will!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see Paola Navone's home. Love her furniture!
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what a fantastic blog you have, i love it
ReplyDeletethe massive floral pendant lights above the desk are killing me. in a good way.
ReplyDeletethanks for being the curator through the mag. :) i love your play-by-plays!
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ReplyDeleteHi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteI'm the News & Travel Editor at Livingetc, thank you for all your positive feedback. It's great to hear that you like what we're doing.
A lot of you seem to like the Kelly Wearstler piece - is there anyone else you'd love us to profile?
And if you know of any cool Livingetc style houses, we're always interested to see them!
Bethan Ryder x
Yeah! So pleased everyone is as pumped about this issue as I am. The floral pendant shades and the exposed brick wall combo is fast becoming my fave shot of the whole issue. Roll on October...!
ReplyDeleteBethan - Thanks for stopping by the blog. I'd love for you to feature Nate Burkus - he's got great style and has his own TV show starting in the States this September!
wow that house looks amazing!
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ReplyDeleteI'm already awaiting this issue...thanks for the SNEAK PEEK!!
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