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Trend: Our four-legged friends

The animals are on the loose this summer as they make their way into our homes. Whether on cushions, tea towels or tableware, animal-shaped vases and lamps, or simply as decorative figurines, they are great accessories for your home. All kinds of animals are on-trend right now, everything from monkeys and birds, to llamas and horses will give your living room a colourful, kitsch touch. Combine your animal accessories with a neutral backdrop, so they will really attract attention, or place them in bright, colourful areas and introduce the look in a subtle way. They’ll look beautiful wherever you choose to put them.

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