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The best interior trends and homewares to shop in September 2025
Bobbin-legged furniture
First popular in the 17th century, we’ve fallen in love all over again with the knobbly turned detailing of bobbin-legged furniture. This delightfully detailed sunroom, designed by Melinda Hartwright, perfectly demonstrates how this period detail can look contemporary against a backdrop of crisp white architecture and neutral tones. “I love incorporating bobbin furniture in my designs, whether it be a bobbin chair, sweet side table or console,” says Melinda. “The bobbin shape gives such a unique and pretty character to furniture items and adds another layer of interest and depth to a room. It’s not as formal as a turned leg, so suits more casual rooms and can take the stuffiness out of a formal room as well”. Originally used with “heavy” furniture styles realised in darker timbers, modern interpretations are decidedly affordable and a lovely companion to a smattering of vintage decor, neutral fabrics and the odd reimagined classic arts and crafts pattern like traditional toile.
- Penny Morrison ‘Nankeeng’ fabric in Blue, $265/m, Sachs & Cornish
- Vintage Mango side table in Natural, $299, Adairs
- White bobbin armchair, $1149, Temple & Webster
- Stradbroke bobbin coffee table, $1549, Freedom
- Fringed cushion in Blue, $5, Target
Cinnamon spice tones
It’s time to let the sunshine into our interiors as we prepare for the warmer months ahead. Whether it’s a coastal glow or a country crop you’re reflecting in your decor, cinnamon tones bring with them a pleasant, luminous glow and just a hint of summer spice. This beautifully rich hue easily transitions our interiors from winter into spring – introducing textured pops of colour without the jarring heat some reds can bring.
- Sahara Rug in Beige, 160x230cm, $419 (usually $599), James Lane
- Concrete finish in Hidden Trail, 4L, $251.90,Dulux
- Sadie linen chenille cushion in Natural/Cinnamon, $55.30 (usually $79), Macey & Moore
- Imes half moon entry door pull in Brushed Copper, $119.90, ABI Interiors
- Brunico basket, $269, Freedom
- Cinnamon striped cushion, $129.00, Hatch Textiles
Layered luxury
It’s with bated breath that the Home Beautiful team has been looking forward to our 100th Birthday issue hitting the stands and now is the time!! We think this calls for a look at the growing trend of layered luxury. Whether it’s the celebration of collected pieces throughout one’s home, or the shift towards embracing colour—think colour-drenched living rooms and richly hued bedrooms—it’s time to banish beige and lean into the depth of our favourite members of the colour wheel.
- Vertical grasscloth wallpaper, 7.3m x 91.4cm roll, $671, Milton & King
- Boracay chest in Natural, $1795, Provincial Home Living
- French Country High Back Wing Armchair, $919, Temple & Webster
- Luxury velvet bolster in Clove $79.00, Aura Home
- Vintage French print tapestry pillow cover in Sage Green, $144.23, Etsy
