Fad*ish- fashion and design

Nothing says “I love all things British” like plastering a roll of Lizzie Allen’s ‘London City Gents’ wallpaper on your living room wall. The design goes way past quirky to just plain adorable faster than you can say Margaret Thatcher. Is it kitsch? Yes, but I am sure it will appeal to more than just people who collect coins, stamps and gnomes. Her designs are a well balanced, graphic depiction of London life -- romanticized in a whimsical, ‘Mary Poppins’ sort of way. The hand-screen printed paper comes in Fall and Spring editions to suit more than one color story, and seems to be recommended for an accent wall rather than a whole room.

Lizzie Allen isn’t just some chick with a wad of paper and some glue -- she studied printed textiles at Winchester School of Art, graduating in 2004. Along with her gentleman inspired design, she also has wall paper inspired by the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace and visitors crowding around St. Paul’s Cathedral. It beats an “I heart the Queen” t-shirt for loving British culture -- and it is a bit more sophisticated too. Furthermore, it is commendable when an artist captures the mundane, and makes it something to discuss over tea and scones.

Lizzie Allen also offers bespoke and consulting services for individualized projects. For more information visit her website at www.lizzieallen.co.uk.

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