Article: January 2026 Newsletter #1
January 2026 Newsletter #1
Welcome to Slow Decorating in 2026
If you look around at the design world right now, you might notice something shifting.
For the last decade, we’ve been suffocated by "safe."
Safe grey walls. Safe beige sofas. Safe, mass-produced art that matches the rug perfectly but says absolutely nothing about the people who live there.
We treated our homes like showrooms instead of sanctuaries.
We bought "fast furniture" to fill a gap rather than waiting for the right piece to fill our souls.
But in 2026, the era of "Trends" is officially out.
We are done with the "Look of the Month."
We are done with buying things just because an algorithm told us it’s in style this week.
Intention and Timelessness are in.
We are entering the era of "Slow Decorating"
This isn't about finishing a room in a weekend. It’s about the luxury of time. It’s about the confidence to leave a wall bare until you find that perfect piece of art that makes your heart skip a beat.
It’s about the mix.
The chipped antique table sitting next to a sleek, modern lamp.
The functional velvet armchair paired with a frivolous, sculptural object that serves no purpose other than to bring you joy.
The collision of "Old and New."
Your home is a storyteller.
When someone walks into your living room, they shouldn't see a catalogue page. They should see "you'
This year, we are celebrating the hands that make our homes. We are championing the artisans, the upholsterers, and the true makers of fine furniture. We are choosing fabrics that feel like a warm hug, not just a durable polyester.
So, here is my challenge to you for 2026:
Be bold enough to banish the beige.
Don’t ask, "Is this trendy?"
Ask, "Will I still love this in 20 years?"
Ask, "Will I still love this in 20 years?"
Start collecting. Stop consuming. Let’s build homes that breathe.
With best wishes for a wonderful 2026
Ali xx
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Written by Alison Broinowski