EXPERT TIPSTRANSFORM YOUR

BATHROOM INTO A LUXURY RETREAT

S U M P T U O U S, S O F T A N D S T Y L I S H

TURN RESTLESS NIGHTS INTO SWEET DREAMS WITH THE RIGHT BEDDING

CREATE COSY RETREATS WITH SUMPTUOUS BEDDING

BE INSPIREDBY THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST BEDROOM LOOKS

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Mix maxi and micro checks for a playful and creative illusion.

Darcy Gingham Bedding, £12-£70

Use lines as decoration and snuggle up with a classic checked woven throw.

Ellis Checked Throw, £50

Go for a masculine feel with a strong monochrome colour scheme.

Voyage Flannel Check Cushion, £50

Brighten up white bedding with a pop of powerful vibrant colour.

Avoca Silken Throw Multi, £100

C H E C K M A T E

I T ’ S T H E L I T T L E T H I N G S T H A T T U R N Y O U R H O U S E I N T O A H O M E – T H I N K C O S Y C U S H I O N S , P L U S H T O W E L S

A N D S N U G G L Y B E D S P R E A D S

P L A I D S A R E B I G N E W S F O R W I N T E R . U P D A T E Y O U R W H I T E B E D D I N G W I T H A L L T H I N G S S Q U A R E

Super-soft throws that beckon you to get comfy and curl up, plush towels that turn a bathroom of function into a relaxing retreat — the simple addition

of luxury linens can really transform the look and feel of your home. This interiors special is packed with inspiration and expert style tips to help you discover a world of quality and comfort.

A N D S O T O B E DWe spend a third of our l ives in bed. It ’s a t ime to relax and unwind, so it ’s impor tant that our bedding is plush and invit ing. Crisp white l inen evokes an air of tranquill it y. I t ’s t imeless and classic , which makes it well wor th investing in qualit y pieces that will last . Follow our exper t st yle t ips for dreamy bedding:

1 Go for white bedding and you can build up a luxury collection over time, and Egyptian cotton is the ideal choice. It stays brilliant white, so older sheets and pillowcases look just as bright as newer pieces. John Lewis’ Easycare range stays crisp and fresh-looking with minimal ironing.

2 I t ’s really easy to update white bedding — simply adding a decorative cushion will change the whole look of your room. For a contemporar y feel , p i le on petrol-blue throws and cushions. Choose furniture with strong, bold l ines to add to that New York loft v ibe.

3White bedding can take on many personas. Plain, no-nonsense bedding creates a strong, masculine feel while ruffle-embellished duvets and pillowcases like the Lizzie range by John Lewis, give a classic romantic look.

4 I f complete indulgence is your thing, invest in Genuisa bedding by John Lewis. The si lky texture feels exquisite and the collection is soft and luxurious. Studies show high qualit y cotton bedding helps regulate body temperature for a better night’s sleep.

5 To keep l inen fresh and wrinkle-free, spritz with a l ittle water while ironing. Add a few drops of lavender oi l , known for its relaxation proper ties, to give the room an invit ing, refreshing scent — it helps you sleep, too.

6 When buying bedding take a look at the thread count — the number of threads horizontally and ver t ically per square inch of fabric . The higher the thread count, the f iner and better qualit y the fabric . Good-qualit y sheets star t at around 180 thread count.

S O F T T O U C HM I X Z I G Z A G S , S T R I P E S A N D

S T R O N G L I N E S W I T H C R I S P W H I T E B E D D I N G F O R

A C O N T E M P O R A R Y F E E L

G E O M E T R Y L E S S O N

Furniture House by John Lewis Maine bedstead, £350-£375. Content by Conran Accents nest of 3 tables, £299. Hampton floor lamp, £190. On bed Genuisa bedding, £35-£200. Easycare Egyptian Cotton bedding, £9.50-£65. Renata loose knit throw, £80. Mimosa charcoal cushion, £35. Silk cushion, £25. On table LSA glass, box of four, £30. Water carafe, £24. On floor Jagger rug, £45-£135. On window sill Georg Jensen copper box, £125. FRONT COVER IMAGE From top House by John Lewis Stoneware, £3-£10. Cable-knit cushion, £25. Ellis checked throw, £50. House by John Lewis knitted throw, £40. Antique cotton bedding, £12-£90. House by John Lewis rib stitch throw, £40. Light grey lambswool throw, £60. Genuisa bedding, £35-£200. Pima Hemstitch bedding, £15-£100. Hayworth ottoman, £599. All available from John Lewis.

The key to this trend is softness and texture. Finest Antique cotton bed l inen has the s i lk iest touch, while throws help to build up

luxurious layers. A del icate fr i l l on Oxford pil lowcases creates an ethereal f inish.

Add a touch of laid-back luxur y by layering on bedspreads, throws and decorative cushions. Stack pil lows high and top with smaller cushions of var ying shapes, s izes and textures.

W h e n i t c o m e s t o b e d d i n g , c h o o s e p l u m p p i l l o w s a n d a s o f t d u v e t f o r t h e u l t i m a t e i n d u l g e n c e . J o h n L e w i s h a s a r a n g e o f n a t u r a l a n d s y n t h e t i c o p t i o n s t o s u i t a l l s l e e p i n g h a b i t s a n d b u d g e t s .

Fo r m o r e o n f i n d i n g t h e r i g h t b e d d i n g , v i s i t j o h n l e w i s . c o m / b e d d i n g

M I X I N D U L G E N T , T O U C H Y - F E E L Y F A B R I C S W I T H A P A R E D - B A C K C O L O U R P A L E T T E F O R A C A L M , L U X U R Y F E E L

E L E G A N T S T Y L E

H O T E L C H I CAchieving that boutique look is easy with a l ittle exper t know-how.

1 Throw together tacti le texti les — a knitted bedspread and velvet cushions, for instance — for a glossy, hotel- inspired feel .

2 Te a m n u d e a n d n e u t r a l t o n e s w i t h w a r m g o l d a c c e n t s t o u p t h e l u x e f a c t o r. A m i x o f s i l v e r, g r e y s a n d a h i n t o f d u c k - e g g b l u e h a v e t h e s a m e i m p a c t b u t g i v e a m o r e r e f r e s h i n g f e e l . T h e S h i m m e r B e d s p r e a d i n d u c k - e g g b l u e b y J o h n Le w i s i s p e r f e c t f o r a d d i n g a t o u c h o f o p u l e n c e . B l u e i s k n o w n f o r i t s c a l m i n g p r o p e r t i e s s o i s t h e i d e a l c h o i c e f o r a b e d r o o m t h a t ’s a l l a b o u t r e l a x a t i o n .

3 I f you are using furniture as a focal point let one statement piece do the talking, such as a str ik ing bedstead, opulent chaise longue or ornate dressing table. The rest of the decor needs to be streamlined and simple to keep the focus on the furniture. Take a look at the Rose bedroom furniture range by John Lewis for some real statement buys.

4 The signature of hotel indulgence is qualit y bedding. Bring that super-soft f inish into your home with John Lewis’ Genuisa cotton range. Made from select fibres with a high thread count, it really is the height of luxur y. Snuggle up in style with premium Genuisa bedding from John

Lewis and drift off into your own world of luxury, £35-£200

A soft, sumptuous throw is a winter bedroom essential. Add warmth and elegance with this

plain lambswool throw, £60

A faux-fur accessory can instantly inject some glamour into your bedroom,and this John Lewis

throw can do just the trick, £80

This reversible velvet cushion lets you change your bedroom look with your mood. Reversible Velvet Cushion, £30

E F F O R T L E S S L U X E A bedroom makeover doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. Here are our top buys.

Furniture Aurelia low-end bedstead, £1,099-£1,399, and Aurelia bedside table, £275. On bed Antique cotton bedding, £12-£90. Victoria embroidered bedding £15-£95. Easycare Egyptian cotton bedding, £9.50-£65. Harlequin velvet cushion, £40. City white bedspread, £45-£65. Genevieve ivory quilted throw, £100. Bronte beige stripe throw, £79. On side table Spode Rural Delamere cup and saucer, £12. On floor Opulence cream rug, £299-£525. All available from John Lewis

A bedroom doesn’t just have to look luxurious it needs to feel it too and a Pima pillowcase will give

you a smoother nights sleep, £15-£18

T H E R E ’ S N O T H I N G B E T T E R T H A N C O C O O N I N G Y O U R S E L F I N A

B I G , F L U F F Y T O W E L A F T E R A B A T H O R S H O W E R . F O L L O W O U R

G U I D E T O P I C K I N G T H E P E R F E C T S E T F O R Y O U R B A T H R O O M

B A T H T I M ES W E E T D R E A M S

PILLOWS I t ’s impor tant to get the r ight pi l low. I f you sleep on your

back go for a medium-firm, while stomach-sleepers go for soft .

DUVETS Natural-f i l led duvets absorb body moisture, which helps to

regulate body temperature for a comfor table night’s sleep. Alternatively,

high-qualit y synthetic duvets, l ike the new Active Anti Allergy range by

John Lewis, can feel ver y s imilar to natural down.

MATTRESSES When choosing a mattress, there are a number of things to

consider. For starters, consider your sleeping position, how much you move

during sleep and your preferred firmness. I f t h e r e i s a s i z e d i f f e r e n c e

b e t w e e n y o u a n d y o u r o t h e r h a l f , t r y a J o h n L e w i s p o c k e t - s p r i n g

m a t t r e s s w h i c h s t o p s y o u r o l l i n g i n t o e a c h o t h e r i n t h e n i g h t .

For more information, look for the Pil lows & Duvets and Mattress buying

guide onl ine at johnlewis.com

Top Egyptian cotton towels in slate and steel, £2-£24. Elemental stripe towels in sulphur, £3-£25. Accessories Georg Jensen copper box, £125. Jo Malone cologne 100ml, £78. Left Egyptian cotton towels in smoke and truffle, £2-£24. Supima cotton bath towels in white, £4-£30. Furniture Willis Gambier Camille chair, £425. Accessories Aveda wooden paddle brush, £19. Frosted glass canister, £18.

BACK COVER - Furniture Willis Gambier Camille high-end bedstead, from £1,199-£1,299. Willis Gambier Camille bedside table, £335. On bed Darcy Gingham bedding, £12-£70. Easycare Egyptian Cotton bedding, £9.50-£65. Cable knit cushion, £25. Velvet Geometric bedspread in grey, £120-£180. Ellis checked throw in grey, £50. On side table Brissi Orvieto candle holders, £29 each. Voluspa scented candle, £30. French photo frame, £10. On floor: Vintage Chateau rug, £199-£375. All available from John Lewis

T H E R I G H T P I L L O W A N D D U V E T C O M B I N A T I O N C O U L D B E

J U S T W H A T Y O U N E E D F O R A G R E A T N I G H T ’ S S L E E P .

HOT TREND Sulphur is a key trend for AW13. For more tradit ional bathrooms, team bold citr ine towels with grey tones for a subtle take. Deep greys l ike John Lewis’ Egyptian Cotton range in Steel , work best with str ik ing shades.

CLASSIC Nothing says traditional country bathroom quite like nautical stripes. The Coastal Tabletop Stripe Towel in Blue epitomises this look.

LUXURY For an opulent feel , go for neutrals and golden oyster tones. The elegant border on the Suvin towel will add a l ittle extra touch of glamour.

For more on f inding the r ight bath towel for you, v is it johnlewis.com/towels-guide

Featured: Soft Touch washable duvet, pillow & mattress protector range, £10-£100. Anti Allergen Pyrenean down duvet &pillow range, £80-£395. Luxury Hungarian goose down duvet & pillow range, £90-£380. All available from John Lewis