Heavy metal

Sometimes, despite the elements, it's good to shine.

Watering can, €67 from Marks & Spencer.

Sometimes, despite the elements, it's good to shine. Amid the pale of pastel and brightness of blue that spring can bring (and not to mention the recent gale force winds and floods), glistening metallics can cast a warm glow.

If ever there has been a re-emergence of glamour added to interiors, it's now. Mirrored furniture, reminiscent of Hollywood regency style, has returned to recreate modern elegance and sophistication. If you want to radiate ...