“I don’t like to follow rules when it comes to styling,” says interior stylist and former magazine editor Mieke ten Have. Her new book, Interiors Styled by Mieke Ten Have, features many of her gorgeously patterned interiors. (including her own sophisticated but rustic 18th-century barn in Dutchess County, New York) and opens next week. “But,” she continues, “I personally tuck away lighter fabrics like block-printed cottons, linens, and pale colors, and opt for richer, darker, more textured fabrics in the fall.” She points to jacquard blankets and richly embroidered suzani as alternative textiles as the leaves begin to turn. “The bright silk touches dazzle on dark nights,” adds ten Have.
Living in an area that experiences all four seasons, Ten Have and its interiors are in harmony with the unique atmosphere and grace of winter, spring, summer and fall. Surrounded by nature, she celebrates these seasonal changes with subtle design choices, all of which are documented in her books. This book is full of inspiration for anyone who wants to decorate their home, or just marvel at good design, and explores Ten Have’s upstate home (which she succinctly calls “The Barn”). ) records how they adapt to the seasons. For more inspiration and fall-specific inspiration, she shares her guide to fall decor with Vogue.
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After a carefree summer, have a formal celebration
Shift your focus from simple al fresco dining to elegant dinner sets
“Autumn and spring are both seasonal transitions that allow you to make the most of both inside and out. By the end of autumn, you’ll want to get back into your interiors and feel luxurious and cozy. There’s always a bit of formality to the start, and the back-to-school feeling never goes away.Relaxed summer dinners are more elaborate and planned, with nice glasses, favorite china, and lots of candlelight. Investing in beautiful taper candles will go a long way at your dinner table.
