Wednesday, 6 June 2012

Who doesn’t like exotic?

All things Moroccan seem to be popping up everywhere lately, and you certainly won’t hear me complaining! I started collecting Moroccan lanterns a few years ago, and much to my fiancés alarm, the collection is not showing any signs of decreasing. I am drawn to their bright exotic colours (which I normally shy away from on a larger scale) and of course, the intricate patterns and shapes. But it is not just lanterns that have my attention, I covet Moroccan tea sets, wedding blankets and other textiles, the interesting architecture and landscape… even Moroccan food is a firm favourite of mine. Hmmm… I feel another trip coming on!

Lanterns copy1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Blankets copy1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Arches copy1, 2, 3. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. 9

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14 comments:

  1. Unknown6 June 2012 at 16:14

    Great post...I also love Moroccan decor, you should check out YSL's villa in Morocco. You have selected gorgeous items and pictures!

    www.bungalow1a.blogspot.com

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  2. Vic Bibby6 June 2012 at 17:36

    I am a huge Moroccan fan! They do they best alfresco settings. I'm envious of your lantern collection, I want to have a selection to hang out in our patio area. x

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  3. colleen6 June 2012 at 19:52

    i do love a good Moroccan lamp. and a trip to Morocco? sign me up.

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  4. homestilo6 June 2012 at 22:52

    This is definitely one of my favorite design aesthetics and this post puts a smile on my face.

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  5. amber wallace7 June 2012 at 00:13

    I do!! I love those wedding blankets right now!

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  6. Emily7 June 2012 at 00:38

    I got so excited when this post popped up on my feed! I am just like you and adore Moroccan style, especially lanterns!! When I have a house big enough to contain them, I will definitely build my own collection of lanterns :-)

    Emily
    emilysummers-designer.blogspot.com

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  7. Alexa7 June 2012 at 02:56

    I just love this style. The lamps and the rugs are just gorgeous from there.

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  8. Barbara@HausDesign7 June 2012 at 05:53

    I love exotic style too - it becomes a vacation at home! If you haven't been you will LOVE Morocco and the shopping that goes along with it. I went with two girlfriends many years ago and I'm not sure which one of us came home with the most stuff!!! I still love the stuff I bought 12 years later... I bet you saw a hint of that in the Portuguese designs on your trip - I loved seeing those styles intermixed!

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  9. Whitney @ Drab to Fab Design7 June 2012 at 06:24

    This is totally up my alley! You always find the best photos!! Making a girl dream over here!

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  10. Tracey Ayton Photography7 June 2012 at 10:28

    Oh I just love how those lanterns case little sparkly lights on the walls and ceilings. I am lusting after that wicker outdoor furniture too.

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  11. Nina7 June 2012 at 11:54

    I love the courtyards in Morocco although I've never been there they just look so great! I'm also a fan of the lanterns and the blankets...

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  12. Neda7 June 2012 at 14:31

    I love everything Moroccan as well. I've been wanting to get one of those wedding blankets for a while now-- they are just gorgeous-- what bed wouldn't look good with some shiny diamonds on them?! :)

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  13. Kelly @ View Along the Way8 June 2012 at 03:32

    LOOOVE the moroccan trend! That would be my top choice of a place to travel for decor shopping!

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  14. A room with a view8 June 2012 at 10:57

    Gorgeous! Love exotic!

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