A lifelong passion for furniture and fabrics has found design consultant Flora Soames renovating properties worldwide with her trademark medley of old and new. Now at the pinnacle of her profession, Flora shares the details that capture her discerning eye.

Flora Soames

You may be surprised to learn that the global beauty guru began her medical career in orthopaedics. Studying inflammatory conditions lead her to aesthetics, resulting in her science-based skincare brand. So what does treats does Dr Sturm prescribe herself?

Dr Barbara Sturm

Capturing the passion she has for her craft and the emotion that goes into her seasonal cuisine, chef Posie Hall sums up her approach with the mantra “fuss-free food, sourced and made with love”. We quizzed the culinary creative on her latest infatuations.

Posie Hall

Whether you’re prepping for a rainy staycation or a sunny overseas escape, holiday reads will be on your packing list, and the Collagerie team is here to help. From biogs to bestsellers, memoirs to manifestos, these are the books ticking our boxes…

The Book Club

Rajasthan’s Pink City has served as a creative mecca for centuries: a testament to its early rulers, who welcomed and supported artisans. Today Jaipur is famous for its gem market, but it is the dazzling block prints that lure textile designer Molly Mahon.

The Jewels Of Jaipur

Happiness is the word that springs to mind when looking at Laetitia’s work. The French-born artist creates joyful ceramics, homewares and textiles – all imbued with her trademark wit and colour. So how does the chic creative decorate her own space? 

Laetitia Rouget

Imagine a boutique beach hotel an hour from London, set among rolling dunes with sublime sea views. Add talked-about cuisine, a Bamford spa, yoga on tap and remarkable rooms. Too good to be true? Welcome to The Gallivant, the ultimate self-care staycation.

Happiness On Sea

Mafalda Patricio is a creative consultant with a flawless radar for fashion and interiors. You’ll find her at the epicentre of any stylish happening in Portugal’s capital city, so who better to quiz on her home-town’s hot spots than this chic Lisbonite?


In Love With Lisbon 

Holidays should be a break for all the family – mums and dads included. So rather than simply transporting your childcaring chores, try checking into one of these restorative rural getaways and enjoying a staycation for parents, teens and tiddlers, too.

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