This summer, all eyes are on London. From the Queen’s Jubilee celebration to the Olympic Games, the city is making its mark around the globe. Follow suit by incorporating decidedly English style into your home and day-to-day life. Whether you opt for trendy or traditional, posh or playful, these items will spice up your world with a little colonial charm. Union Jacks are hard to miss, but there are plenty of other options. Try English garden scents, fragrant teas and maybe even try decorating with grey.


Wallflower
Add a touch of nostalgia to any room with this quintessential British slogan set against a vintage, aged union jack. keepcalmandcarryon.com, $16.01.

Laid back
The traditional graphic may be bold, but it easily blends into existing decor on a throw pillow cover like this one. Designer Cushions on Etsy , $43 US.

Under foot
For avid dollhouse collectors, add this charming faded union jack rug into one of the rooms for a sophisticated look. Artistique on Etsy , $23.19.
Teatime
It doesn’t get more British than a perfectly steeped cup of tea. For a truly unique experience, try flavours from Fortnum and Mason – suppliers to the Queen herself. Williams-Sonoma , $24.21 - $62.24.
Dressed up
Whether stand-alone or paired with complementing pieces, this dressed up dresser makes a majestic statement in the bedroom or as a buffet in the dining room. Artisan8 on Etsy, $1816.53.

Colonial candles
With fragrances like Poppy Fields and Abbey Road, Colonial Candles are the perfect way to bring a little British flavour into your home. Colonial Candle , $25. 

Traditional teacup
For a true celebration of all things British, it helps to have the right accessories on hand for an afternoon tea – including the perfect teacup. Ironically, these Limoges masterpieces are made across the Channel in France but still exude typical English style. Williams-Sonoma, $170.02.

London calling
You’ll feel like you’re commuting around London as you make your way to and from work with this colourful iPhone case featuring a map of Tube stops. Cygnett, $29.99.

Clock
Given all the Olympic events you’ll want to watch, it’ll help to know what time it is. And what better way than with this modern and chic London number? Café Press, $50.50.

Picture postcards
If you can’t make it to London, bring London to you with this montage of the city’s great iconic images. You’ll feel like you’re really there. Graham & Brown, $49.99.