Our homes are at the heart of everything we do, and as we move into the crisp air and evening walks of autumn, we can take inspiration from the quiet moments outdoors and reflect them within the textures, colours, and ambiance of our interiors.
Leading interior design house Neptune have taken this season’s cues from walks through a woodland landscape, where deep, earthy shades act as the backdrop to fresher, lighter greens, creams, and pinks.
This season’s textures are timeless and natural – the rough twill of Harris Tweed, the weightiness of stonewashed linens and the smooth grain of solid oak.
That elusive search for a strong neutral that feels enveloping and velvety without being overpowering is resolved with Clove, a rich, earthy neutral that defies a colour label.
Not quite as purple as Neptune’s Juniper paint, nor as brown as Walnut or Fine Mahogany, Clove is the ultimate dark shade.
Deep but not overwhelming, it works on all four walls (and even the ceiling ) of a snug but is equally effective as an accent on a kitchen island or bathtub.
Contrast it with the freshness of Silver Birch, pair it with Old Rose and Moss for subtle balance, or even combine it with stronger hues like Olive and Mustard for a hint of eccentricity.
Soft and elegant without being overly feminine, Old Rose has been a classic, complementary shade in the Neptune palette for some time, but now it steps into the spotlight, imagined in a luxurious, pure cotton Isla velvet.
Its dusky overtones ensure it sits perfectly with fresher whites for a modern interpretation and blends seamlessly with slubby greys and greens in a more traditional scheme.
True Harris Tweed is made from start to finish in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides: from the yarn – which is spun from pure new wool – to the finished cloth that is hand-woven by craftspeople on the islands in their own homes.
This season’s Harris Tweeds are full of colour variations that will create depth and interest in any decorating scheme, from the plain weave of Lichen – a colourway as rich in greens, yellows, browns and teal blues as its namesake – to the vibrant Fig Check, which criss-crosses all the colours of a Highland moor: peat browns, heather purples and moss greens.
The natural world is at the heart of what we cherish, and most especially the mighty oak, a symbol of strength, knowledge, and endurance.
It was fitting then that the oak was the starting point for Neptune’s Francesca cotton-linen. Featuring entwined branches, leaves and acorns, the design is delicately etched in two workable scales – small and grand – which combine effortlessly together.
The collection is designed to meld together with previous seasons, because a home is built over time, with favourite pieces collected and blended into existing schemes.
Neptune’s AW21 collection share that continued focus on detailed craftsmanship, on responsibly sourced materials and on inviting natural beauty into your home.
