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Greg Natale There are designers whose work can be recognised almost instantly. Greg Natale is one of them. Confident colour, distinctive pattern, strong geometry and beautifully considered layers have become signatures of a design language developed over more than two decades. Yet beneath the decorative detail lies something equally important: structure, proportion and an understanding of how individual elements work together. In 2026, Greg Natale celebrates 25 years since establishing his Sydney design studio. During that time, his work has developed from interior design into a much broader design world encompassing architecture, furniture, rugs, surfaces, decorative objects, textiles, bedding and...

Spring is the perfect time to lighten the layers, introduce fresh colour and rethink how your home feels. Discover Floraison, our new-season edit of expressive prints, relaxed linen, fresh stripes, breathable sheets and lighter layers designed for the season ahead. Floraison: A New Season in Bloom — Your Guide to Spring Styling There is something about the arrival of spring that makes us want to open the windows, clear away the heavier layers of winter and bring a little more colour and light back into the home. Floraison — A New Season in Bloom is our Spring/Summer 2026–27 seasonal edit,...

We tend to think of a plastic bottle as something with a very short life. It is made, filled, used and, all too often, discarded. But what if that bottle could become something useful again? That question sits at the heart of REPREVE® — an innovative polyester fibre technology that gives post-consumer plastic bottles a new purpose, transforming existing material into fibre that can be used in everything from clothing and footwear to automotive interiors, home furnishings and, increasingly, bedding. At Manchester Warehouse, we have recently introduced a range of quilts, pillows and bedding protectors incorporating REPREVE® fibre. So our...

What makes Hungarian goose down so special? Our Linenologists look inside our new Australian Made 85/15 Hungarian Goose Down and Feather Quilt to explain down versus feather, loft, warmth without weight, cotton japara, DOWNPASS certification and what really matters when choosing a premium down quilt. THE LINENOLOGISTS EXPLAIN How can a quilt feel incredibly light and lofty, yet still provide substantial warmth? It's one of the qualities that makes a well-made down quilt feel so different from many other types of bedding. And with the arrival of the Onkaparinga Australian Made 85/15 Hungarian Goose Down & Feather Quilt at Manchester...

You step out of the shower, reach for a towel and notice that it no longer feels as soft as it once did. Worse still, it seems to move water around rather than soaking it up. It is easy to assume the towel is worn out—but that is not always the case. Towels can become stiff, flat or less absorbent because of the way they are washed, rinsed and dried. Too much detergent, regular use of fabric softener, an overcrowded washing machine and excessive dryer heat can all affect the loops that give a towel its softness and drying power....

Bought the right size fitted sheet but it still keeps coming off the corners? Our Linenologists explain why mattress depth, toppers, protectors, fitted-sheet wall depth, elastic and even laundering can affect how securely your sheets stay on the bed. THE LINENOLOGISTS EXPLAIN You bought a Queen fitted sheet for a Queen bed. So why does it still keep popping off the corners? It's one of the most frustrating bedding problems — and it's easy to assume the sheet must simply be the wrong size. But when it comes to fitted sheets, Single, Double, Queen or King is...

When you are choosing new bedding, the fabric name can seem like the obvious place to begin. Linen is often described as relaxed and breathable, cotton as comfortable and versatile, and bamboo as soft and smooth. All of that can be helpful—but it is only the beginning of the story. There is no single fabric that is best for every person, bedroom or season. The right choice depends on how warm you sleep, the sensation you enjoy against your skin, the appearance you want to create and how much care you are prepared to give your bedding. In this Linenologist’s...

Two sheet sets can both say 100% cotton on the label yet feel completely different. Our Linenologists explain how weave, yarn, thread count, fabric construction and finishing can transform cotton into sheets that feel crisp, silky, relaxed, stretchy or warm and cosy. THE LINENOLOGISTS EXPLAIN One feels cool and crisp. Another feels smooth and silky. Another is soft and relaxed. Yet every packet can still say 100% Cotton. So how can sheets made from the same fibre feel so different? The answer is that 100% cotton tells you what a sheet is made from, but it doesn't tell you the...

Cold nights aren't over yet. Discover five simple ways to create a warmer, softer and cosier winter bed with flannelette sheets, blankets, quilts, mattress toppers and protectors. SHOP WINTER COMFORT Winter Isn't Over Yet: 5 Ways to Make Your Bed Warmer & Cosier Just because we're moving through winter doesn't mean the cold nights are behind us. There's still plenty of time to make your bedroom warmer, softer and more comfortable. The good news is that creating a cosier winter bed doesn't necessarily mean changing everything. A few carefully chosen layers can make a noticeable difference to how your bed...