Staycation, vacation, weekend away… the one thing every holiday needs is an unputdownable book. With writers of every description – from debut novelists to Nobel winners – and page-turners that take in comedy, sex, motherhood and magic, our edit of summer reads promises a thrill between the sheets.


The Ultimate Summer Reads For 2021 | Collagerie.com

Word Up

With Somerset established as the new style mecca, we asked Tobias Vernon for an insider’s tour. The interior designer chose this creative county for the second outpost of his gallery/store 8 Holland Street, making him the go-to guide to West Country cool.

Somerset’s Secret Address Book 

Singer, songwriter, actress and mother… A true one-off, Paloma Faith is a dazzling whirlwind of creativity and glamour. We quizzed this modern-day English eccentric on the people, places and inspirations that fire her passions. 

The One With Paloma Faith | Collagerie.com

Paloma Faith

Specialising in work by new and emerging creatives, online collective Wondering People was launched with the aim of encouraging a wider community to invest in art, supporting next-gen talent in the process. We invited founders Sophie Merrell & Isabella Rothman to share the buys sparking their imaginations…


On My Shelf With Wondering People | Collagerie.com

Wondering People 

With a catering client list that runs from Stormzy to Donatella Versace, and written commissions from Vogue and The Sunday Times, chic chef Nina Parker (aka @antoninaparker) has a deliciously hot reputation. Here the tastemaker shares her shelf-indulgences…

On My Shelf With Nina Parker | Collagerie.com

Nina Parker

She’s the interior designer turned influencer, whose Instagram feed is a word-of-mouth Mecca for vintage homewares and quirky buys. Now @pino3bravo reveals the delightful details decorating her home…

On My Shelf With Pino Bravo | Collagerie.com

Pino Bravo 

The summer solstice is almost upon us, and there’s enchantment in the air. We predict spellbinding evenings al fresco, with tarot-inspired tablescapes curated by the queen of party design, Fiona Leahy. Such stylish midsummer magic is bound to bewitch your guests…

Written In The Stars

Who better to curate the finest in makeup and skincare than a self-confessed beauty obsessive like Vic? The Brazil-born, London-based journalist and blogger shares her favourite glow-getting buys.

On My Shelf With Vic Ceridono

Vic Ceridono

Our Southwestern-most county is the go-to for those in the know; a treasure trove of hip hotspots that still retains its age-old spirit. Style commentator and local resident Fiona Golfar reveals the Cornish cream of the crop.

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