How to mix bold patterns, florals and prints to your room while maintaining a sense of calm

Photo: Abby Melle from The Nature of Decorating (Hardie Grant) by Jenny Rose-Innes.Layer pretty paisleys, patterns and florals in similar shades to create a luxe look that’s anything but boring. Where to buy: The Calamity Club (Penguin) by Kathryn Stockett, $35; KEY PIECE A Bemz cover for IKEA’s “Stocksund” bench ($449, bench not included); Luxe & Beau “Tapestry” cushion cover, $89. Where to buy: Pottery Barn “Carlisle” armchair, $3299; Walter G “Bejmat Tobacco” napkins, $66 (set of four); Ruggable x Morris & Co “Montreal” rug, from $239. Where to buy: Early Settler “Bloomhaven” table lamp, $199; Kip & Co x Anna Spiro “Tik Tak” throw, $349; Alfresco Emporium “Estelle” pillowcases, $80 (set of two)Get the best of Sunday Life magazine delivered to your inbox every Sunday morning. Sign up for our newsletter.