A basket makes the perfect vessel for a potted tree in this kitchen. Author: Tracey Ayton
Trends come and go, but these four stylish accent pieces are here to stay.
We examine the never-ending appeal of our favourite home accent pieces. Whether you're looking to fill a blank wall, add a pop of colour or bring texture into your space, we guarantee one of these decor accessories will make the perfect addition.
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4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
1 Fiddle-leaf fig tree
This tropical beauty is coveted for its wide, glossy leaves and towering height. If you can’t find the real thing (or discover it’s too fussy), try a good-quality imitation. Artifical Fejka tree, IKEA, $15.
4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
An organic accent
Towering above the mantel, this tree in a burlap “bucket” is a fresh, organic counterpoint to a contemporary hand-painted wall mural.
4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
2 African headdress
Whimsical and eye-catching, the juju hat, a type of African headdress, has become a contemporary decorating staple. The piece’s round bull’s eye shape makes it a natural focal point over fireplaces, beds and sofas. Plus, it injects a note of softness to hard-edged modern rooms. Feather headdress in White 30", Snob, $500.
4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
3 Moroccan Berber rug
Soft underfoot and graphic in impact, Berber-style rugs can be made from nylon, synthetic fibres or wool. But it’s the natural creamy tone and black zigzag or diamond design that really set these rugs apart, making them a perfect fit for spaces both contemporary and traditional. Wool Souk rug 8" x 10", West Elm, $1,139.
4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
Feminine touch
A feminine bedroom gets graphic impact from the black lines of the rug and the Hollywood Regency-style ribbon trim on the valance.
4 must-have decor accessories to spruce up your space
4 Leather pouffe
The versatile Moroccan-style leather pouffe – a more sophisticated version of the beanbag chair – comes in almost any colour imaginable, with metallic versions on offer as well. Pouffes can present as playful or polished – it’s all about the context. For a dash of global flair, this piece can’t be beat. Moroccan leather pouffe in Pink, The Cross Decor & Design, $395.
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