Leaf It To Luxury : The Art of Bringing the Outside In
By STYLEDas
This week we're stepping away from the predictable and into the considered, as we explore one of the most effortlessly luxurious design moments : Bringing the Outside In.
But let's be clear, this isn't about plonking a sad supermarket succulent on a windowsill and calling it a day. This is nature, refined. It's about curating your space with the same attention to detail you'd give your wardrobe or skincare routine. Natural textures, organic forms, lush greenery, All carefully layered to create a home that feels both grounded and elevated.
The New Luxury : Nature, Inside
There's a reason top designers and boutique hotels are obsessed with this look. The finest interiors right now are rich with natural influences, but always styled with restraint and sophistication. Imagine :
✅ Sculptural olive trees in oversized planters
✅ Soft, organic linens and boucle upholstery
✅ Textural stone, marble and warm wood finishes
✅ Bold botanical prints, elegant, never kitsch
✅ Seamless indoor-outdoor spaces with bi-fold doors and natural light flooding in
It's a quiet, confident kind of luxury. A space that whispers "well-travelled, well-rested, well-designed", never screams it.
Why It's Resonating Now
1. Wellbeing, Reimagined
We're craving spaces that restore us, where the pace slows, the air feels lighter, and the aesthetic calms the mind. Integrating nature, through materials, colours and living elements, is one of the most effective ways to create that sense of sanctuary.
2. Aesthetic Longevity
Unlike fast trends, this look gas staying power. Quality woods, organic shapes, natural textiles. They age beautifully. A home styled with the outside in, isn't just on trend, it's quietly timeless.
3. Global Inspiration, Local Living
From Mykonos rooftops to Bali villas, the world's most coveted interiors share this sensibility : light-filled spaces, tactile finishes, and an effortless connection to nature. Now that look is being translated into every day homes. In a way that feels accessible, yet aspirational.
How to get the Luxe Look
It's not about quantity, it's about curation.
- Invest in statement greenery. Oversized plants, sculptural branches, or elegant terrariums
- Opt for authentic materials. Real wood, stone, linen, ceramic. No plastic limitations here
- Layer a restrained colour palette. Olive, ecru, soft clay, warm neutrals with deep green accents
- Create visual flow. Align outdoor spaces with indoor styling for that seamless, resort-like feel
- Finish with intentional details. Textured ceramics, rattan lighting, or handwoven throws
STYLEDas Tip : This is an investment in both aesthetics and wellbeing. A beautifully designed, nature-infused home isn't just a styled choice... It's an everyday luxury.
And Remember...
Nature never goes out of fashion, but the way we interpret it? That's where the luxury lies. We're here to help you bring the outside in, with elegance, restraint, and just the right amount of indulgence.
Until next time, stay curated, stay considered.
Love STYLEDas XO (your insider on all things style, space and subtle luxe)