Le Marais - A Window Story Comes Together

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Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes to create our traffic-stopping window displays? Here's a sneak-peak at Southport's new window in the making - we're calling it Le Marais (after Paris's old aristocratic district now a trendy hub of fashion, art and beautiful people). Imagine an attic apartment in one of the grand old buildings, a little messy but full of beauty, light, the smell of coffee, the sound of car horns and John Coltrane. An artist's retreat from the world into a personal, eclectic sanctuary. Crystal sits happily beside African pottery. Lace and marble, inherited linens and a grand black timber chandelier...this is the story behind our new window, Le Marais and it's due to be unveiled this Friday.

On Our Radar - The Peacock Chair

Nothing says gin sling summer chilling like a peacock chair.
Originally from Asia and used to throne royalty, the peacock chair found it's way into the hearts of hipsters in the 70's then dropped off the cool-ometer for a while. But they are making a huge comeback if you hadn't already noticed - and you don't have to reference a boho vibe to make this king of chairs fit in with your style.
It's playful woven flourishes sits comfortably near more rustic pieces and juxtaposed with modern elements too. We love them in their natural habitat - outdoors with a tropical plant and bright cushion - but are just as inclined to bring them inside for some drama. It's retro but modern, feminine but in that masculine way - like it's namesake really.
We've always flaunted the wonders of this chair, but here's some images that caught our eye, like a magestic flash of indigo in a jaunty feather...

Polished concrete floors and a marble table - hard elements softened by the whimsy of foilage and the pretty peacock chair.

Back home in Raffles-esque grandeur, nestled with blue and white ginger jars - now's that's a look we can cater for!

Love the metalic cushion and space-age chair as contrast to faded elegance of this room. 

images from top to bottom: Elle Decor, pinterest, cozamia 

Want a peacock chair now? Who could blame you! We've got two beauties. Click on the pics to reach our online shop or visit www.st-barts.com.au

On Our Radar - Blue and White Cushions

                                      A blue and white colour scheme fits so many design genres...

from luxe coastal style...

Adding Spice To Your Decor

Eclecticism is the secret spice that makes the luxe bohemian home so flavoursome.
At St Barts we are lucky enough to constantly roam the globe sourcing and curating pieces to enhance your home and reflect your own connections to culture and craft.
Travel souvenirs are rich with story and intrigue and continue to speak to your inner gypsy long after the journey has ended.
What to collect and how to display are questions you may ask yourself either when shopping or travelling. The first tip is if you love something - say, silver tea trays, ceremonial masks or Japanese pottery - start buying it! Not just one but enough to make a story, to create a cluster or a group of similar objects will make each piece seem purposeful and meant, rather than an accident of whim.

This collection of antique baskets look great hung together. Image credit: lisaherryinterieurs