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The Conran Shop has a secret outlet store with up to 75% off furniture, vases and more
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Living under lockdown for months on end has meant many of us have developed a keener interest in interiors.
As we’ve grown tired of the same four walls for work, play, downtime and sleep, it’s easy to see why trends such as bouclé, 70’s inspired retro and taper candles too pretty to light have taken off during the pandemic.
Whatever style is your preference, one thing we can all agree on is that decorating your home can be a costly endeavour.
Read more: The best deals to shop now from Amazon’s secret outlet
We’re always on the lookout for a bargain and here at IndyBest we are big fans of the outlet sections of retailers such as Asos and Mulberry, which we’ve compiled a thorough list of here.
The latest one we’ve discovered is The Conran Shop, the contemporary design brand that’s home to everything you could desire for your humble abode, from furniture to fragrances, stocking brands such as Bella Freud, Tom Dixon and Anglepoise across vintage finds and fun, futuristic pieces.
Its outlet houses more than 900 products with up to 75 per cent off, across lighting, home office pieces, soft furnishings and kitchenware.
We’ve trawled through the lot to find you the biggest and best deals to shop, whether you’re looking to make small changes through decor or to better invest in your working-from-home setup.
Some are fashionable, some are functional and some are both: these are our top picks.
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Brights Straight espresso cup in orange: Was £17, now £8.50, Conranshop.co.uk
If you’re limited on space and budget, one way to change the colour scheme in your kitchen is through tableware. This vibrant mug is bold and bright, hand-glazed and perfect for your morning coffee. Crafted from clay originating from the Eastern Cape in South Africa, it’s entirely handmade, so no two mugs are the same.
Tonal velvet cushion cover in sage and green: Was £45, now £22.50, Conranshop.co.uk
Thanks to its cotton velvet fabric, this cushion cover promises to be beautifully soft, perfect for afternoon naps and weekends spent binging your favourite shows. Cushions are a simple but effective way of giving your living room or bedroom a refresh, especially when you don’t have the budget for more permanent pieces. The two-tone design also gives you ample opportunity to match other interior finds within the same colour palette.
Votary body treatment oil: Was £55, now £25.50, Conranshop.co.uk
Not just home to homewares, The Conran Shop also has a selection of skincare products from Votary, a brand known for its cold-pressed oils for the face and body. Rich in macadamia nut oil and salicylic acid, this body oil works to treat dryness and discolouration to leave skin soft, supple and hydrated. We’re also big fans of Votary’s intense night oil (£135, Spacenk.com) for the face, which featured in our guide to the best face oils you need for your evening skincare routine.
Ikat border rug black: Was £425, now £212.50, Conranshop.co.uk
Rugs are notoriously expensive and can set you back thousands, so this deal with a saving of over £200 is too good to miss. The monochromatic design has a braided texture, made from jute, a soft, natural and durable fibre. It’s not so loud that it’ll overpower a small room and is a smart way to add colour and cover up any unsightly areas of floor. It’s also much, much cheaper than getting carpet fitted. It measures 170cm x 240cm.
Bottle jug vase in blue: Was £75, now £37.50, Conranshop.co.uk
Statement vases are all the rage, and whether they’re filled with fresh flowers or left empty, they can add a bit of fun to any windowsill, table or bedside. This one perfectly fits a couple of single stems and, for springtime, daffodils would bring a bit of brightness to your home. The oversized handle, meanwhile, adds an abstract feel. Hand-shaped and glazed, it’s a low-maintenance piece of home decor – simply dust it from time to time.
Waks Candles wild fig diffuser in black: Was £80, now £40, Conranshop.co.uk
Easy on the eye and functional too, this diffuser is from a Greek company, Waks Candles, founded by two sisters. Boasting notes of fresh fig, as the name would suggest, its ceramic design would suit any anyone who enjoys the more neutral themes that are dominating Instagram currently. The packaging is also made by craftspeople local to the brand. While you may want to keep this all to yourself, it’d also make a lovely housewarming gift.
Round handles vase in glazed terracotta: Was £85, now £42.50, Conranshop.co.uk
With a saving of more than a £40, this is a bargain you’ll want to add to your shopping basket before it sells out. It has a contemporary shape and will allow you to dress up any room with the perfect finishing touch. As an easy decor update, we’ll be styling ours next to a statement torso candle or by filling it with stems of pampas grass.
Natural stripe bed linen collection: Was from £45, now from £22.50, Conranshop.co.uk
Linen is one of the best fabrics for bedding as it’ll keep you cool on humid summer nights and warm during winter ones. This set is complemented by mother-of-pearl buttons and is available in hues of blue, mint, pink or this beige-toned style. Machine washable at 40 degrees, you can pick from pillowcases, sheets and duvet covers for a complete set to make bedtime as comfortable and stylish as possible.
Console in walnut: Was £765, now £382.50, Conranshop.co.uk
If you’re going to pick up a few statement vases from the outlet, you’ll want somewhere to display them. Crafted from walnut wood, this console promises to be a durable piece that will withstand wear and tear. As part of The Conran Shop’s in-house range, it’s minimal but not boring and you can easily add colour to it with a fresh bouquet of flowers.
For more huge savings, read our guide to the best online clothing outlets for fashion lovers, from Asos to Mulberry
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