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Style inspiration through the decades

From the psychedelic Sixties to Modern Minimalism, there have been all sorts of fabulous home trends over the past few decades; here we look at some of our favourites.

By Grace AllenPublished: 26 September 2014

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Sixties-style living room

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Sixties decor often involved full on, graphic wallpapers and textiles; Orla Kiely's bold floral prints give a nod to the look, but are still contemporary and far more sophisticated.

Giant abacus cushion, £40, giant abacus throw, £135, large abacus flower gloss vase, £42, all Orla Kiely

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Retro 70s-style office

The Seventies are synonymous with slightly dodgy interior design, but certain elements of the decade's look are noticeably on trend again. Jonathan Adler is an excellent go-to company for stylish, retro homewares, as seen in this sleek home office shot.

Ingmar chair £2250, uk.jonathanadler.com

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80s-style bar cart for cocktails

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A 1980s-themed cocktail party would not be complete without a retro metallic bar cart. Add an assortment of pretty glasses and a few decanters of your favourite tipple to complete the look.

Glassware from £27, englishantiqueglass.co.uk

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90s-style industrial lounge

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90s style was varied, comprising everything from painted floors to exposed brickwork - a somewhat casual look. Create a laid back hipster hang out by mixing industrial-style walls and floors with cosy, comfy textiles.

Brooklyn Bridge lights canvas £27, Brooklyn Bridge structure canvas £27, arlington pendant £49, marau cushion £12, chenille stripe cushion £15, ribbed vase £12, glass coffee table £179, all Very.co.uk

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Minimalist, contemporary living room

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By the Millenium, less was most definitely more in home decoration. As the look was very anti-clutter, hidden storage was essential. A contemporary sofa and paired back use of colour and accessories help to recreate the slightly clinical look.

Sofa, Go Modern

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Modern day stylish bedroom

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These days, we can pick and mix our favourite aspects of different eras - a Mid-century chair juxtaposed with a brand new Ikea coffee table, for example. Grey appears to be the colour du jour, as seen in Little Greene's beautiful bathroom shot.

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Walls: Basalt 221
Stool/bedside table: Orange Aurora 21
£35.00 for 2.5L Absolute Matt Emulsion, £41.50 for 2.5L Intelligent Matt Emulsion, £51.00 for 2.5L Intelligent Eggshell, Little Greene

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