With hundreds of thousands of proposals taking place every Valentine’s Day romance is certainly in the air. And what better way to practice the art of love than by creating your very own boudoir. Sue-Kim Steele Green takes inspiration from a couple of the most stylish suites in Sussex… LONG ISLAND LOVE NEST The Gallivant just outside Rye is situated right on white sandy shores that look more California than Camber. Dreamy shores, chalk tones and subtle woven textiles are illustrated perfectly with this warm relaxed look. We Like… The chalky neutral beach tones of the matt washed wood work that dominates The calming dove grey highlights of the upholstered furniture The mellow application of subtle yet familiar ornamentation placed in coves We Love… Plump buttoned upholstery in muted tones Fringed woven throws Cotton, linen and velvet GET THE LOOK Next Ophelia Sofa from £775, www.next.co.uk Grey Velvet Pouffe Abode £120, www.abodeliving.co.uk Bed ‘Fairford’ painted range David Salmon, double £970, king £995, eastbourne.davidsalmon.co.uk M&S Devora Console £299, www.marksandspencer.com J by Jasper Conran Throw from Debenhams £120 Geo Chenille Rug from BHS £120 Set of 2 Wooden Metal Lanterns £59, www.very.co.uk ROBUST ROMANTIC RENDEZVOUS The shiz when it comes to beautiful country [...]