The latest in spring decorating: Montana Labelle's top picks

Add some colour

I am a black/white and grey girl. Having said this, spring is a wonderful time to add some colour back into your decor. One spring colour I am seeing crop up just about everywhere is baby pink. Instead of painting your walls and reupholstering your sofa, introduce colour through simple items such as bright pillows, colourful bowls, and decorative accessories. 

Anke Drechsel Peony Silk Velvet Pillow, ABC Home, $313. Cylinder Pink Flute, $3, CB2. Suede Catchalls, $29-39, West Elm.

Flowers, plants, oh my

Bring the outdoors in! Fill your home with the hottest greenery trend of the season - succulents. Uber trendy and of the moment, these little guys have been popping up front and centre at florists around the city.  They last longer, require less upkeep, and are a cheaper alternative to traditional flowers.

Tip: Fill Planters with them and run them down the centre of your table, Or float them in water for a different take. In the evening, you can even add tea lights to the water for a romantic look. 

Terrariums, $35-1,000, Ecostems.

Declutter

Whether this means purging or just purchasing new gorgeous trinket boxes to store your items in, decluttering is always the best way to get your home spring-ready. These boxes also add a great element of texture and interest to coffee tables, consoles, and nightstands. Be sure to stack a few to achieve this chic look, they come in all sizes and price points. 

Top: Large Marblezied Grey Horn Box, $718, Flaire Home.

Bottom: Faux Shagreen Box, $49-79, West Elm.

Outdoor decor

Warmer weather means we will slowly be spending more and more time outdoors. I think spring is the perfect time to start thinking about new garden furniture, pillows, or simply sprucing up what you already have. The biggest trend outdoors right now is full outdoor rooms. The best way to achieve this is to add an outdoor rugs to your existing space to act as the finishing touch that unifies the whole space.

All-Weather Recycled Heathered Solid Outdoor Rug, $169-2,354, Resoration Hardware. 

Kitchen garden

Kitchen gardens are amazing. Plant your herbs and vegetables early in the spring to get a great summer yield. If you have limited space, try planting the vegetables and herbs in pots around your terrace or balcony. Use an assortment of all shapes and sizes of the SAME planter for an interesting and stylish look. A vertical herb garden is also a modern chic choice if space is tight.

The Living Seed Herb Collection, $31, Williams Sonoma.

BBQ

Spring is the perfect time to start moving your cooking outside too! A sleek new BBQ or maybe (if space and budget allows) an entire outdoor kitchen will not only look great but will make all your warmer weather entertaining easier and more fabulous.

Landmann Charcoal Grill, $393, Online only, Williams Sonoma.

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