S erving lunch has never looked so chic. Rixo, famed for its floral frocks making it the wedding guest’s favourite brand, is branching out into homeware — and we’ve had an exclusive peek. Inspired by the French artist Henri Matisse, its first collection is a riot of painterly patterns and bright colours.

More of a minimalist? The feather-filled cushions (£75, above left ), napkins (£45 for two) and tablecloth (£150, above right ) also come in a more neutral terracotta and cream palette. A spot of lunch? More like a paletteful. Available at Rixo stores, Liberty and rixolondon.

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