How to create a Wonderland in your flat

Alice in Wonderland was published in 1865. At that time, Victorian style reigned supreme in England – wooden furniture with rich ornaments, opulent shiny fabrics, and gold embellishments. The sophisticated forms of Victorian furniture are today seen as design on the borderline between kitsch and chic, but a gold candle holder, a stylised armchair, or a richly decorated lamp will look great against a calm background, drawing attention and enlivening subdued interiors. If you don't want to overwhelm the room, choose one element in this style and give it a neutral setting. You can, of course, opt for a contemporary take on Victorian furniture; the effect will be even more intriguing!

For Alice, however, the most important place was far from Victorian opulence. The mad and wondrous Wonderland can become your home too. Nature motifs, unusual shapes and colours of furniture, a black and white chessboard, playing card symbols... Choose a few unique accessories in Alice's style to bring a touch of madness into your interiors, or go all out and transport your home to the world on the other side of the looking glass.

With the right tableware, it's certainly easier to take more! Of course, if you know how to brew tea correctly... If not, find out here: How to brew tea properly? Each one differently! An elegant teapot and original teacups are a must-have in any interior Alice might visit. Opt for timeless, ornate porcelain dinnerware, or choose a modern teapot and a white cup set if you appreciate minimalist solutions. On the other hand, dishes that look like they're composed of two different parts will appeal to those looking for originality. They will certainly grab everyone's attention! Tableware from FormAdore offers all these possibilities and much more. Check out, for example, the extraordinary Polski Stół (Polish Table) collection created by three manufacturers, which we describe in the Magazine: A true Polish feast. The Polish Table royally.

And all we want is for the clock to show the right time and look beautiful. Here you can let your imagination run wild – to Wonderland, both retro or Victorian clocks, and modern timepieces with unusual shapes are suitable. A clock without numbers, a cuckoo clock, or perhaps an alarm clock? You can freely choose from patterns, colours, or styles. Remember that a timepiece is not only a practical accessory but also a beautiful decoration! Check out the clocks from FormAdore's offer; you're sure to find something for yourself. And if you need advice on how to choose the perfect one for you, read our Magazine: A wall clock as a gift - what to consider when choosing.

If neither Victorian nor very whimsical styles appeal to you, you can still draw inspiration from Wonderland. Slender botanical tendrils, unusual animals, and winding paths through green thickets make for great decorative motifs. Get yourself wallpaper with a 'slithy' forest pattern, invite a nimble fox or a mouse with a light bulb into your room, and no one will ever accuse you of being boring! Remember to also take care of real plants. They liven up the space, improve air quality, and boost your mood.

Perhaps you already have stylised furniture, original accessories, and animal friends in your room, you drink tea from beautiful porcelain, and the hours are chimed by a carefully chosen clock... But that's not all! Alice's room can't be without an extraordinary looking glass. In a gold frame, with an unusual shape, or perhaps... colourful? The choice is yours – at FormAdore, you'll certainly find the perfect mirror.

Don't forget the honourable resident of the room. The White Rabbit doesn't have to dominate the space; it can find its place on a mug or make itself comfortable on a dressing table. If you're full of humour and love attention to detail, take a look at the porcelain figurines from A di Alessi. Pay attention to the details, and then enjoy being transported to another world every time you come home!