The newest Spring decor trends are in and this season we are obsessed with sprucing up the homes with colourful and characterful items. We check in with Cinda McClelland Reynolds and Lucia Tait Tolani who are co-founders of Permanent Resident, the ultimate destination for those in search of distinctive furniture, eclectic home decor, and thoughtful tabletop items for their tips and tricks in elevating our abode during this Easter break

Not many of us can swap out big furniture pieces to freshen up our homes for the decor flavour of the season, however, there are small things we can do to make our living spaces feel like a whole new place.

Cinda McClelland Reynolds and Lucia Tait Tolani are co-founders of Permanent Resident, an e-commerce site that offers a curation of meticulously designed in-house collection, comprising colourful, eclectic and characterful pieces you can easily add to your current decor. And to achieve your homely transformation this Spring, they give us three big tips on how to achieve this.

1. Spring cleaning – light and bright

Mirrors reflect the sunlight and warmth of the season and are a simple, understated way to make your home appear more spacious. Place a mirror in your foyer, powder room, or hallway to maximise the Spring daylight and filter sun throughout your home. Style flora and fauna in front of the mirror to evoke the outdoors inside and simultaneously enhance your mood. Spring is a time of renewal after all. 

Must-have item

• The Alexandra Mirror: is the perfect accent for your bathroom, console, hallway, or entryway. Featuring natural reeds that are hand sculpted and fastened to a raffia-based framework, this mirror is sure to shine. Our classic motif of a repeating Greek key paired with a curved line brings a distinctive personality to the piece. Its white and natural colour scheme is a nod to a beachside palette. Constructed of rattan, raffia, Tanguile wood, and glass, this item is handmade in the Philippines.

2. Colourful cocktail glassware

Evening entertaining in springtime calls for refreshing recipes in colourful cocktail glassware – even better when hues and mixed and mingled. We love to blend a signature drink before guests come so we can pour on demand and be present at the party – think a Paloma or a Gin Fizz. Prepare your pitcher with fresh fruit or herb garnishes and plenty of ice, then serve outdoors for peak Spring vibes. 

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• The Prestige Pitcher in multiple colours by Creart: Bottles be banned! Serve everything from fresh lime soda to sangria in this bright and beautiful vessel. Handcrafted in glass with vertical ridges and adorned with an iridescent finish in green, this cylindrical pitcher will add glamour to any table setting or drink service.

3. Pastel tabletop

Set the tone for Spring with a perfect pastel tabletop palate and your dining space will become a cheerful place to gather with friends and family. Start by mimicking the season’s blossoming florals with light and bright patterned linens, coordinate your dishware with the tones of your tablecloth, napkins, and placemats, and lastly, layer on a natural silverware setting – just don’t forget the flowers. Creating a sense of fun and whimsy will keep you and your guests entertained throughout their meal. 

Must-have items

• The Aurora tablecloth: We designed our Aurora tablecloth in one of our favourite motifs, flamestitch. This decorative technique, also known as bargello, has roots in both the West and the East. This tablecloth’s zig, zags, peaks, and valleys are offset by an ombré of pastels making it the perfect choice for Easter lunch, a springtime birthday party, or a weekend brunch. Made from Organic cotton linen and GOTS Certified.

• Nature Faux Horn five-piece cutlery set by Sabre: Sleek and smooth to the touch, this cutlery set feels as good in the hand as it looks on the table. It is an instant classic that coordinates with absolutely everything. This five-piece set is comprised of a soup spoon, a dinner fork, a dinner knife, a salad fork, and a teaspoon. Stainless steel 18/10 with a laminated wood and resin handle creating a faux horn look. Made in France.

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