Floral patterns have an undeniable and enduring charm. Eclectic in style, they whisper of spring meadows, evoke the lushness of tropical gardens, and bring a touch of nature’s artistry into our everyday lives. Bringing the beauty of blooms into our homes is a timeless trend that can inject life, colour, and personality into any space, any time of year. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of floral design and share some inspiring ways to cultivate a stylish interior with a touch of floral finesse.
Embracing Floral Patterns in Interior Design
For centuries, flowers have held symbolic meaning across cultures. They represent beauty, love, joy and even remembrance. Incorporating floral motifs into textiles and home decor allows us to tap into these deeply ingrained associations, adding layers of emotion and meaning to our surroundings. Today, floral patterns continue to evolve, adapting to contemporary trends while retaining their inherent allure. We see them in minimalist interpretations through to maximalist expressions, layering different scales and styles for a rich and textured effect.
The versatility of floral patterns is key to their lasting appeal. Small scattered blooms in pastel hues and soft watercolour florals can deliver an air of floral romance whilst vintage florals, damasks and classic arrangements of roses, peonies and lilies in rich, warm tones exude traditional country charm. Consider abstracted floral shapes in limited palettes or unexpected colour combinations for modern style and playful personality, opt for vibrant tropical blooms for an exotic retreat, or go for oversized and stylised florals in bold hues for ultimate maximalism.
The beauty of florals also lies in their ability to connect us with the natural world. In our increasingly urbanised lives, bringing the outdoors in through floral motifs can be a subtle yet powerful way to foster a sense of calm and wellbeing. The intricate details of petals, leaves, and stems offer visual interest, reminding us of the beauty and complexity of nature.
Fabrics
We are delighted to offer an extensive collection of floral fabrics to help enliven your living spaces. Simply use to create a floral accent cushion, re-upholster a chair or transform into curtains and blinds to soften the room and frame your view with natural beauty. Our fabrics are available by the metre or can be made up into your perfect window dressing with our made to measure curtain and roman blind making service.
For a romantic look, the Prestigious Textiles Grand Botanical collection is the perfect choice. Inspired by the breathtaking beauty of Kew Gardens, this collection features a range of quintessentially British florals ideal for any scheme. The Almond Blossom fabric (shown opposite in Posey) is a stunning example, as are the Fragrant and Orangery fabrics for a soft, floral look. The gorgeous Sutton Park collection also depicts some wonderful floral patterns with Longmoor, an elegant floral trail that exudes country charm, or Rosana, a timeless two-tone woven floral with intricate detailing.
The Sanderson fabric portfolio also provides an eclectic range of florals, each with its own story to tell. In the One Sixty collection, archive designs appear in classic and updated colour ways, bringing timeless decor to the fore. For a vintage look with a contemporary twist, consider Chelsea (image 1 below), Adele, Hollyhocks or Sorilla. Stapleton Park is another fabulous choice, available as a standard fabric or sumptuous printed velvet. These are perfect for a touch of floral nostalgia. Alternatively, if you’re looking to create a bolder, more confident floral scheme, you could opt for the gorgeous Grandiflora fabric or Very Rose & Peony Velvet for dramatic appeal and exotic charm. Equally, you could opt for a design from the Sanderson Country House, Sanderson Lymington or Sanderson National Trust collections. Make a statement with the Catherinae Embroidery, enjoy the elegant grace of Sorilla Damask, a much-loved trailing lilac and rose blossom jacquard, or bask in the beauty of Poet’s Rose, a feminine and romantic floral evocative of a classic country cottage garden.
Alternatively, opt for an alluring design from the chinoiserie-inspired Diane Hill for Harlequin range such as Marie and Lady Alford (see image 2 below). Other great go to collections include Arden and Florian by Ashley Wilde, Emery Walker’s House by Morris & Co. and Ghirlanda or Tapestry Flower by Designers Guild. Additionally, the 70th Anniversary collection by Laura Ashley works well with gorgeous designs such as Tulips (see image at top of blog), Stocks, Wild Meadow and Wisteria. We also love the Lavinia fabric by Temperley London x Romo, the Florent fabric by Harlequin (image 3 below) and the stunning Romo Ottavia design available as a printed linen blend or indulgent velvet.
Roller Blinds
Discover a fantastic selection of floral fabrics within our bespoke, made to measure roller blind portfolio. The Magnolia Rosa roller blind design by Louvolite (shown opposite) is the epitome of spring freshness with its gentle blooms and soft, romantic pinks. The Louvolite Lily Spring Blossom roller blind is another beautiful choice. Both designs come in 2 additional colour ways evocative of nature and with different performance features to suit your desired space and shading requirements.
Clarke & Clarke and Prestigious Textiles also offer a beautiful selection of design-led floral prints as part of their made to measure roller blind portfolios. Designed to co-ordinate with their fabric ranges, these roller blind fabrics will work beautifully on their own or layered with an additional curtain or roman blind at your glazing for a stunning floral window treatment.
Wallpaper
A breathtaking floral wallpaper can instantly transform a room into a real focal point. Consider a small, repeating pattern for subtle texture and visual interest or choose a large-scale print for dramatic effect. Whether you paper a whole room, create a feature wall or get creative with your panelling, wallpaper can be introduced in a variety of different ways to meet your style and requirements.
There’s a vast array of floral motifs available as part of the extensive Little Greene wallpaper range. The Massingberd Blossom wallpaper from the National Trust Papers II collection (see image 1 below – shown in the Mineral colour way) or the Spring Flowers and Aderyn wallpapers from the National Trust Papers IV collection are just a few examples, all authentically produced in updated colour ways and inspired by decor found in treasured historic properties cared for by the National Trust. For a touch of subtle charm, you could also consider the Little Greene Sakura wallpaper or embrace a richer, more tropical look with the magnificent Reverie wallcovering.
If you’re looking for something soft and romantic, you may wish to consider a signature floral from the Laura Ashley wallpaper collection. From the delicate and dainty floral trails of Blencow Sprig and Mirabelle to the bolder blooms of Maya and Gosford, these wallpapers are the epitome of floral romance. You can even create an all-encompassing, scenic look with a beautiful mural wallpaper. We particularly love the pretty Clodagh design, perfect for an adult’s bedroom or children’s nursery alike. The Cath Kidston and Graham & Brown Retreat ranges also work particularly well, as does the Rosa Mural from the spectacular Diane Hill for Harlequin collection.
Alternatively, create statement walls with a striking floral wallpaper. The Harlequin range is a great go to. Indulge in the large scale blooms of Florent, combining bold design with tranquil colour for a well-balanced, nostalgic feel, or go all out with the Paeonia design, featuring oversized peony blooms contrasting confidently against deep backgrounds. You could also choose the Dahlia wallpaper (image 2 below) for a conversational floral with stunning detail. In bold tones, this design is further enhanced with metallic grounds in select colour ways to add a touch of glamour and maximalism to any space. Other superb collections include Sanderson One Sixty and Joules. We also love the vibrant Diane Hill Marsha wallpaper for maximum impact.
Homeware
Floral homeware encompasses a delightful array of items that can transform any room. From ready made curtains and bedding to beautiful accent cushions, these pieces offer an inexpensive way to inject floral elegance into your home. They’re also interchangeable so you can update with the seasons.
Cushions
Instantly brighten your living spaces with an uplifting floral cushion. Keep it simple with the Indian block print inspired floral of the Mountjoy Sprig cushion (shown opposite), add a playful, lighthearted touch with the ditsy Joyful cushion or embrace the floral elegance of the Rosalind cushion, all by Laura Ashley. The William Morris At Home cushion range also features an array of florals enriched with heritage and timelessness.
If you love the look of abstract flowers, an Orla Kiely cushion could be your perfect match. Buttercup, Textured Flower or the Retro Flower Stripe cushion available in 3 nostalgic colour ways are great for adding energy and a contemporary edge to any space. Whether you style on a bed, sofa or armchair, these pieces are perfect for layering comfort, character and colour into your scheme. Shop more floral-inspired cushions here.
Rugs
A floral rug can anchor a room and add a layer of visual interest underfoot. We are pleased to offer a delightful selection of rugs with superb floral designs from the likes of Sanderson, Morris & Co., Harlequin, Clarke & Clarke, Scion and Laura Ashley.
Create a real wow factor with the Harlequin Dahlia rug (shown opposite), available in 2 colour ways to co-ordinate with the brand’s fabric and wallpaper portfolio. You could also consider the vivacious Harlequin Floreale, dramatic Morris & Co. Artichoke or striking Rose and Peony and Stapleton Park rugs by Sanderson for a statement look bursting with colour. Alternatively, tone it down a little with the Sanderson Anthea rug, featuring an elegant chinoiserie style of delicate blossoms in soothing blue hues. Shop our full range of floral rugs here.
Ready Made Curtains
Bring the beauty of nature indoors with a pair of designer floral ready made curtains. Available in an array of designs, from delicate and subtle to bold and vibrant, our ready made range makes updating your décor both simple and stylish with convenient sizing and various heading styles like eyelet and pencil pleat.
If you’re looking for something subtle and understated, the classic Pussy Willow design by Laura Ashley is a superb option. Available as standard lined pencil pleat curtains, standard lined eyelet curtains and blackout lined eyelet curtains, this popular yet timeless Laura Ashley motif comes in a vast array of colour ways to suit your chosen colour scheme. Other paired back choices include the Laura Ashley Lloyd, William Morris At Home Sunflower and the Wedgwood by Clarke & Clarke Wild Strawberry curtains. For a more pronounced look, consider Gosford or Rosalind by Laura Ashley, both standard lined pencil pleat curtains adorning elegant and floral prints that exude romance and country charm. The Studio G Meadow lined eyelet curtains also work particularly well (shown below in the Antique colour way). Equally, make a statement at your windows with the Orla Kiely Abacus Flower lined eyelet curtains, William Morris At Home Pimpernel Blackout lined eyelet curtains or the Laura Ashley Edita’s Garden lined eyelets curtains, made from luxurious velvet in deep tones for a moody aesthetic. Shop more floral ready made curtains here.
Complete your window dressing with a complementing curtain pole. We are pleased to offer some magnificent wooden curtain pole solutions with beautiful, floral-inspired finial styles. The Rolls Modern Country Floral Ball curtain pole range is a great example, featuring a stunning floral ball finial carved with intricate detail. Available hand drawn or corded in a 45mm or 55mm diameter with a choice of painted and natural finishes, these poles ooze romantic, timeless elegance. The Laura Ashley 48mm wooden curtain pole Rose (image 2 below) is another superb choice, painted in any Laura Ashley paint colour of your choice.
Bedding
Floral bedding sets can create a serene and inviting bedroom retreat infused with charm and personality. They can offer a refreshing touch connecting your personal space with the beauty and tranquility of the natural world. Imagine sinking into a haven of blossoms each night as you drift off to restful sleep.
Laura Ashley offers a superb selection of floral bedlinen, unapologetically romantic in style. The Aulden Flowers design (image 1 below) is a beautiful choice with its elegant watercolour print, or consider Elston Garden and Sherston, both available with co-ordinating fitted sheets to complete the look. These designs will inject spring freshness and breathe life into your space instantly. The Poppy Meadow and Loveston bedding sets also work well, enhancing the romantic theme with elegant tie details on the pillowcases for added charm and character. Other great options include Lloyd, Gosford and Pallington Bloom, all adorning beautiful floral motifs for a soft, calm and refreshing scheme.
We also love the Sophie Allport Sunflowers bedding for a simple, dainty, small-scale design evocative of hazy, late summer days, the Sophie Allport Tulip bedding for a relaxing spring look and the Wedgwood by Clarke & Clarke Magnolia set, adorning an iconic Wedgwood design that is calming, subtle and quintessentially British. Equally, the William Morris At Home range is a fantastic go to for timeless, heritage-inspired floral prints. Charming patterns such as Clover and Sunflower sit alongside bolder icons such as Pimpernel and Double Bough.
For an abstract take on the floral theme, consider a stunning Orla Kiely bedding set such as Abacus Flower (image 2 below) or Retro Flower Stripe. Displaying Orla’s signature floral motifs, these work particularly well for a retro-inspired look. Alternatively, if your style resonates more with bold, maximalist schemes and you wish to create a real floral statement in your bedroom, consider the Orla Kiely Giant Water Lily, Graham & Brown Wallflower, Timorous Beasties Berkeley Blooms and Sara Miller Ditsy Floral bedding sets, or opt for a vibrant explosion of tropical blooms with the Wedgwood by Clarke & Clarke Golden Parrot (image 3 below) and Graham & Brown Botanical Bright bed sets for an air of exoticism.
Overview
So, whether you’re drawn to the subtle elegance of a sprig of lavender or the bold exuberance of a tropical print, there’s a floral pattern out there to capture your imagination. Floral patterns are a timeless reminder of nature’s beauty, a versatile tool for self-expression, and a constant source of joyful colour to help brighten your interiors.
If you’re embarking on a home project and would like any help, advice or samples sending out, please do get in touch. We offer a complimentary bespoke design service where we can provide fabric, design and paint colour advice to help you pull a full room solution together. We can also make up your perfect window dressings with our bespoke, made to measure curtain and roman blind making service.
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