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The latest trends and home inspiration for the new season
Crate & Barrel has unveiled its latest collection in collaboration with lifestyle expert Athena Calderone, building on its best-selling 2022 line. Inspired by Calderone’s new Tribeca home, the collection features refined, elegant forms with a modern twist. Through a mix of materials, bold geometry, and moody hues, this collaboration beautifully merges 1930s elegance with contemporary design. crateandbarrel.ca
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R+D caught up with author and lifestyle influencer Tori Wesszer to get the lowdown on her limited-edition home and entertaining line for Walmart.
What inspired this limited-edition collection?
My collection is inspired by childhood memories where my mom poured her heart into the holidays, and my love for France, where I’ve spent time enjoying that country’s traditions and markets. It reflects nostalgia, timeless style, and the joy of gathering loved ones together.
What key items from your collection do you think will help hosts create a stylish atmosphere with ease?
I adore the 12-inch wooden cake stand. It can be used for many different things, from a vignette for small decor pieces to a charcuterie board. I also really adore the pieces that speak to the brass trends; you’ll see warm metals and deeper, darker hues.
why did you want to create a luxurious and special collection that would be accessible and affordable for a broad customer base?
In a time when life is expensive, it’s important to create a home you’re proud of, and this collection does just that with its classy and detailed design. I’m thrilled with how it turned out and proud of what we created together.
which winter decor trends influenced your design choices and how do you see them shaping the entertaining season?
I see a lot of warmth and richness in the colours and textures this time around, and I love that for the holiday season. The pewters, gold and brasses are really in at the moment. We’re moving away from the stark and shiny – we’re embracing our cosy era. It also feels like everyone is going to Europe lately, a trend I can get behind. Europe has always inspired me, and I’ve infused some of that flare and my style into the collection, which feels like you went to a chic boutique in Paris and brought those special pieces back to Canada.
What do you hope readers will take away from this collection?
My wish is that it brings warmth and nostalgia home for others. I hope Canadians can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that everything they need to make their homes magical is within arm’s reach. I want people to celebrate together in style and to have the opportunity to create beautiful core memories that will last this year and beyond.
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Wonder Walls
Canada’s top paint brands introduce their colours for 2025. Get ready to embrace purple
Sherwin-Williams
To celebrate 15 years of its inspiring colours of the year, Sherwin-Williams introduces a curated capsule of essential hues. This collection includes Colourmix Forecast favourites, the brightest whites, top designer picks, and colours that reflect the past and the future of design, offering endless possibilities to create authentic and beautiful colour stories.
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Benjamin Moore
Cinnamon Slate 2113-40 is Benjamin Moore’s colour for the new year, a sophisticated blend of heathered plum and velvety brown. Drawing from more than 3,500 shades, this selection reflects a thoughtful exploration of global design, art, fashion and cultural trends. Bringing a soothing yet distinctive presence to any space, it offers adaptability and complexity – perfectly aligning with the rising interest in rich, nuanced hues that add depth and dimension. benjaminmoore.ca
Sico
The 2025 selection from Sico, Starry Night (6044-83), is a rich, deep purple inspired by the night sky and purple basil. The bold hue evokes elegance and individuality, blending seamlessly into traditional and modern spaces with its dusty violet undertones. Perfect for accent walls or full-room statements, it offers a sophisticated alternative to neutrals. sico.ca
BeautiTone
Midnight Flora (TR25-3-3), is Beautitone’s captivating red-purple hue that evokes the enchanting depth of a twilight garden. This moody, dramatic shade reflects a growing trend toward imaginative and bold design, encouraging people to embrace creativity and create striking, memorable spaces. homehardware.ca
Dulux
Purple Basil (DLX1046-7) is the Dulux choice for 2025, a rich and bold hue that embodies the transformative power of colour. Reflecting the trend of dramatic tones in home decor, Purple Basil allows homeowners to embrace expressive options that bring warmth and impact to their spaces. dulux.ca
Kitchen gifts to give and get
Add colour
Elevate your dining experience with vibrant, coloured tableware that gives a stylish pop of personality and vintage feel to any table setting. Coloured glass tableware. From $10.
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