Every year, the same pattern emerges. Gingham attracts the most fashionable clientele, including Martha Stewart, who has done more than just wear this pattern. She's designed with it.
Martha's collection with QVC has already supplied us with a host of storage ideas that are chicer than the conventional plastic bins – led, until now, with her rattan baskets. However, the launch of her gingham boxes has changed the hierarchy. Her Set of 3 Storage Boxes (available at QVC) is her most stylish drop to date. It's enough to convince us to turn our backs on industrial plastic forever.
I haven't found a more stylish way to keep everyday clutter at bay. These storage pieces strike the perfect balance between form and function, offering an easy way to stay organized while celebrating summer's favorite pattern. Plus, with Martha's trusted name behind them, you can count on lasting quality.
There's no incorrect place to use these boxes. However, as Debbie Leigh, the design manager at ILIV, explains, this print is perhaps most beautiful in the bedroom.
'Gingham is one of those enduring patterns that never really goes out of style. In the bedroom, gingham can create a calm and nostalgic atmosphere, especially when used thoughtfully as part of a wider color and texture scheme,' Debbie explains.
In addition to organizing your bedroom shelves or closet, Debbie recommends decorating with gingham on a larger scale.
'In a bedroom setting, consider using gingham on textiles like bedspreads, cushions, or upholstered headboards,' she says.
'It works beautifully when layered with complementary fabrics such as florals, stripes, or textured plains to create a cozy, characterful space. A gingham Roman blind or set of curtains can bring visual interest without overwhelming the room, especially when paired with natural materials like linen, cotton, and wood.'
Thankfully, Martha has us covered in yet more gingham accessories. Shop my favorite picks from the original influencer (and more) below.
I love how this bedding set instantly makes a bedroom feel calm and inviting. The soft, breathable cotton is perfect year-round, and the simple design creates a beautiful base for layering with your favorite pillows and throws.
This comforter set has a sense of nostalgia that's so synonymous with gingham. The plaid pattern and soft cotton construction bring plenty of texture and charm, while the easy-care design makes it perfect for everyday use.
Gingham always seems to find its way back into our homes each summer, and this charming blue-and-white set is proof of why. Fresh and cheerful for warmer months, it's also cozy enough to style long after the season has ended.
There's something so inviting about a classic gingham throw (yes, even in summer), and this one is no exception. Soft, warm, and always charming, it's the perfect finishing touch for a living room or bedroom (especially alongside some neutral sheets).
This classic table lamp proves that gingham can be both elegant and playful. The pleated shade adds plenty of character, and its softer, more muted tones deliver the same enduring appeal as Martha's beloved print in yet another way.
Made in collaboration with Heather Taylor Home, this ottoman puts a fresh spin on classic plaid with its warm nutmeg hue. I love how the unexpected color makes the pattern feel playful and modern, turning this piece into an instant statement.
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