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THE FLÂNEURS
Meet Livvy Wentworth-Stanley, Founder of Arbala, London
Introducing Arbala, a London-based brand founded in 2021 by Livvy Wentworth-Stanley. With a mission to provide an inspiring space for discovering curated and unique homeware, Arbala offers a delightful blend of creativity and playfulness. Her collection features pieces that are the result of collaborations with talented artists and artisans from Morocco, seamlessly combining traditional techniques with contemporary designs. Hand-sourced and carefully crafted, Arbala values craftsmanship and design over mass production, ensuring that each item is made by independent artisans using organic materials. We could not wait to sit down with Livvy and hear more about her brand.
What’s your name?
Livvy Wentworth-Stanley
Where are you from?
I’m from Hertfordshire
Where do you live?
I live in Notting Hill
Describe your brand in three words or less.
Eclectic, curated and eye-catching.
One thing people might not know about your brand?
I sometimes get asked why Morocco. I have a special relationship with Morocco as we’ve had a house there my whole life and I love the uniqueness of the Moroccan style and how it’s full of bold colours and is eclectic yet remains very chic.
An iconic item from your collection?
The Pink Majorelle Tray - Everyone has always loved this piece, it’s such a happy colour and it’s been a firm favourite since we launched from the start.
What or who inspires you?
In Marrakech I would say there are some stand-out hotels like El Fenn and Jasper Conran’s L’Hotel that inspire me the most - the interiors are to die for. But I also get most of my inspiration from the local artisans who are always creating funky new things.
What is your best tip for decorating your home?
I would say to decide a colour scheme that suits the natural light of a room.
What tips would you give on adding art to your home?
I love to discover new emerging artists on Wondering People that don't cost the earth.
One thing you like to do when you host a dinner party?
I like to have everything sorted beforehand so there’s little to do when people arrive.
One tradition I have when I host people at home:
I always make Picantes and serve in our Beldi tumblers