Maxine Brady | Interior Stylist, Props Stylist, Creative Director & Home Decor Blogger
Interior stylist, events stylist, TV presenter, podcaster host with styling for magazines, public relations and advertising shoots. Brighton & London, UK. Home Decorating blog
I’m going to be controversial here…but I’m a bit over shutters. Yep, I’ve said it. They’re expensive, take weeks to make, are bulky so block out lots of light, and you have to be handy to fit them (or pay for a carpenter). This is why when it came for my turn to dress my livingContinue reading Why Blinds Are The New Shutters
Ever wondered what an interior stylist gets up to in a ‘typical’ working week? That’s exactly what Luxury Flooring asked me too. In reply, I thought I would show how my week panned out with a photo-diary taking a snap each day of where my two little feet took me.
I’ve long been a lover of the ‘Modern Boho’ trend for interiors. My own attempts to copy this style in my home looked naff rather than eclectic cool. That is until I upscaled my oak flooring with a handmade Moroccan Beni Ourain rug from Sukhi. It’s thick, lush, 100% pure wool and I’m so in love with it (and so is Teddy whoContinue reading Why I Love My Sukhi Rug
All this horrible wet weather won’t stop me dreaming up new Summertime makeover ideas. Most recently, I’ve been planning how to update my garden shed. Whether you want a bit of space to indulge in your hobby or a place just to sit and chill, below I’ve gathered the best ideas on how to makeContinue reading How to Makeover Your Garden Shed with These 6 Clever and Inspiring Styling ideas
I’ve covered my bathroom makeover lots from the planning stages, to the end result. Today I want to give you an idea of the costs as well as an in-depth shopping guide where I got everything from. If you have been following me on Facebook or Twitter, you would have seen the slow reveal of my home’s first big makeover –Continue reading Interior Updates: My Bathroom Shopping List
I’m a sociable character at heart, and I love having friends over for impromptu, tea and cake or long lazy brunches. My dining room was not a space I could relax in, never mind have friends around for meals. Last year, I had my dining room completely overhauled by my builders. I was left withContinue reading How To Add The Metallic Trend To Your Dining Room
Are you thinking about freshening up the look of your bedroom? Me too! I’m decorating my bedroom this weekend and as part of my prep, I’ve been busy gathering style-spiration for a quick and easy makeover. Here are my top 5 simple style tips on how to be creative with your headboard (and the space around it) for an instant update. GoContinue reading 5 Ways To Style Your Headboard
You can tell a lot about a home from it’s front door. Mine was screaming ‘Urgh!’ Time to ditch the depressing door and replace it for something that is well…a little more me! This is my little video on the actually front door makeover so you can see it all in the flesh. [embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89JGZM61eIg[/embedyt] Before: TheContinue reading Get Instant Curb Appeal with my Latest Video
Still life photography is key to a successful marketing campaign, showcasing your products in more detail. Interior Stylist, Maxine Brady knows how to create beautiful close up details that show the detail in your product, creating aspirational images. Images can be studio based or on location and work well for social media too. Her stillContinue reading Still Life Styling
It’s here – my bathroom makeover guide is live! Learn how to makeover your bathroom step-by-step with my expert tips. One of my home’s first big projects is finished, my bathroom. This is my bathroom makeover guide on what I learned along the way with lots of take-away tips and advice so you can discoverContinue reading Complete Bathroom Makeover Guide With Before & Afters
With all my decorating almost finished, I’m shopping for one important finishing touch – amazing carpet. I need three: one for my stairs, my guest bedroom and my bedroom. The big question is – what do I replace my old trashed carpets with?Continue reading Buyer's Guide To Carpets
When a disaster strikes at home – from leaking roofs to burst pipes – it can feel like the end of the world. But home catastrophe don’t have to end in a tale of woe if you are a little prepared. Enter for your chance to win £200 of John Lewis vouchers with Together Mutual Insurance.Continue reading Master that Disaster! Share your home woes + win £200 of John Lewis vouchers