www.womanthismonth.com 57 August 2013 1. Debenhams; 2. Roche Bobois; 3. Marks & Spencer; 4. Very; 5. House of Fraser; 6. Very; 7. Next Give it a rest! What do you do with glossies when you’re done flipping through the pages? An interesting way of adding colour to your room is to roll them into wooden wine cases. You could also have some regular holders lying around the house. In a good light Though it is the most significant factor to comfortable reading, people don’t pay enough attention to lighting. We love the range of unique lamps from Successful Living by Diesel, which is available at Details. Spot your style Before you invest in your reading corner, find the perfect spot. Don’t go all Dr Sheldon Cooper and shotgun the centre of your room. I believe a nook in your bedroom is ideal. A brighter space by the window in the living room would seem just fine as well. The second thing to focus on is style. Do you want something cosy or classy? I just read Neil Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book… again! It is perhaps the only book I could read a 100 times over. Our in-house contributor, Ankita, is finding her way through The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: “The fantasy world is so good to escape to; especially at night, when it helps you drift away.” Meanwhile our creative director, Maryam, has just put down – Gone Girl: “Just when you think you have the lives of Nick Dunne and Amy Elliot all figured out, Gillian Flynn twists the plot to a whole new direction. Murder, deceit and a happy marriage gone wrong – an absolute must-read.” What we’re reading: It all adds up Accessorising is the key to flawless décor. Get quirky cushions and throws to finish the look and maximise comfort. 7 6 Boconcept Forscarini for Diesel Furniture Village Very
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