Florals of every variety have long flourished in classic interiors. In 's first decorating shoot, and featured on our first front cover, we showcase them in a new way.

"The idea behind the shoot was to illustrate the abundance of fabulous florals that form a perennial part of so many collections," says Global Brand Director Sarah Spiteri, "And who better to tend to this bounty than some appropriately dressed plantsmen? It is a celebration of the perfect specimens."

Welcome behind the scenes of .

's September 2026 front cover. Model Marial nestles in Palm Blossom, Colefax & Fowler; Ladies Day, Ralph Lauren Home; Lavinia, Temperley London for Romo; Nympheus Velvet, GP&J Baker; Highgrove Hydrangea & Rose, Sanderson; (eyes) Corsica Raffia Rosette, Samuel & Sons.

Photographer Damian Foxes experiments with a pose. Watercan: Fleurs de Artiste, Designers Guild; Alderney, Colefax & Fowler; Adele, Sanderson; Garden Trellis, Adam Ellis; Floriana by Nina Campbell, Osborne & Little.

Eden, Makoto Kagoshima for Christopher Farr Cloth; Fleurs de Artiste, Designers Guild; Lansdowne bullion fringe, Colefax & Fowler; Astrea and Savernake, both Fermoie; Trianon beaded fringe, Samuel & Sons.

Director of Editorial Development David Nicholls tries out his portrait shot outfit.

Shot from above: model Rory lies amongst blue florals. Tallulah Floral, Ralph Lauren Home, Fork in Persian Flower, Soane; Landsdowne bullion fringe and Olander, both Colefax & Fowler; Lavinia, Temperley London for Romo; Lottie, Linwood; Lily Stripe, Michael S. Smith for Zoffany; Gardenia, Casamance.

On screen: shots are assessed for composition. Amanpuri, Sanderson; Coco, Lizzet Frausto; Acanthus, Morris & Co.; Indira, Rubelli; Dragonfly, de Le Cuona.

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: Damian Foxe, one of

: Rory D at Twelve Management; Marial Akech at Lindenstaub
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