Elevate your Easter table with a 'back to nature' decor theme

Reference the holiday's earthy roots with rustic settings that speak to nature’s abundance alongside whimsical displays of plants and quirky curiosities

10 April 2022 - 00:01 By Mandy Allen/Bureaux

The significance of Easter means something different to each of us, but its universal themes of renewal, fertility, nature and the continuity of life remain a time-honoured cause to celebrate with family and friends (and of course, eat copious amounts of chocolate). The festival also ignites creativity: a beautifully set table, handmade crafts and conversation-starting displays bring a fresh, seasonal charm to one’s home. While bunnies and eggs – the ancient customary symbols of Easter – will always have a place on the decorating checklist, the mood has turned from pastels and bunting to a more authentic, serene aesthetic inspired by natural curiosities, desaturated colours, personalised vignettes and the spirit of hunting and gathering...

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