From vintage candelabras to ivory sofas: How to replicate Tara Sutaria’s Pali Hill home aesthetics

Recreate Tara Sutaria’s new Pali Hill home aesthetic with vintage accents, soft textures and clever budget-friendly styling swaps.

An all-white living room with a tufted sofa, a crystal chandelier and white blooms channels Tara Sutaria's inspired vintage glamour. (Tara Sutaria (Instagram))

By Neha Ravi Khandelwal

Neha Khandelwal
Content Lead, HT Travel | Travel & Lifestyle Journalist
With over 10 years of content writing experience, Neha Khandelwal is a lifestyle journalist and the Content Lead at HT Travel. She specialises in destinations, hotels, aviation, luggage, travel gear, and practical guides that help readers plan smarter and travel better. Her work combines first-hand experience, expert insights, and extensive research to create stories that are informative, useful, and easy to follow.

Career Journey & Experience
Neha began her writing career as a freelance journalist in 2010 before entering mainstream media with The Times of India in 2022. She later joined Hindustan Times, where she has written extensively across travel, lifestyle, home, and consumer trends. Her professional background extends beyond journalism. Before moving into digital media full-time, she spent nearly a decade in interior design, managing residential projects from concept to execution. She also trained in visual merchandising with Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons and worked with women-led startups across design and operations. These experiences continue to shape her storytelling, especially in how she evaluates hotels, design-led stays, hospitality spaces, and travel experiences.

A naturally curious learner, Neha has completed beginner certifications in pottery, scuba diving, baking, creative writing, and other creative pursuits. She has read more than 2,000 books, trained in Bharatanatyam for 8 years, and ghostwritten a book on Ladakh tourism.

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Travel is at the heart of Neha's work. She covers destinations, hotels, airlines, luggage, packing strategies, travel accessories, and emerging travel trends through a mix of reporting, product testing, and conversations with industry experts. A frequent traveller herself, she approaches every trip with a journalist's curiosity and a planner's mindset, focusing on experiences that readers can realistically recreate. From choosing the right cabin bag to decoding hotel openings and destination trends, her writing prioritises practical advice over promotional claims. Her background in interior design also gives her a distinct perspective on architecture, hospitality design, boutique hotels, luxury stays, and thoughtfully designed spaces.

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Neha holds a Master's degree in Interior Design. Her early experience in interior design, visual merchandising, and design operations gives her a unique understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, adding depth to her coverage of hotels, resorts, and travel spaces.

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"As an avid, research-driven traveller, my goal is simple. To answer the questions you actually have before booking a trip. I cut through the promotional noise with honest reporting and expert insights. Making travel planning seamless, smart, and reliable so you always know where to go next."

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Tara Sutaria’s new home has the kind of old-world charm that makes you pause mid scroll. Tucked away in Pali Hill, it feels romantic without trying too hard, polished but still deeply personal. The palette leans heavily into ivory and soft neutrals, yet nothing feels flat.

There is vintage glamour in the candelabras and chandeliers, then a modern calm in the clean lines and open spaces. And those tiny cultural touches scattered around only make it better.

I have genuinely been swooning over my favourite corners from her space. The tufted sofa, the layered carpets, the silver vases filled with white blooms. It is all very cinematic but still warm. If you have been tempted to channel your inner Tara and bring that ivory sanctuary mood home, here are my top picks to help you recreate the look without overspending.

Explore easy ways to replicate the best parts of Tara Sutaria's home

1. The focal point: The ivory Chesterfield sofa

The heart of Tara Sutaria’s living room is a plush, tufted ivory Chesterfield that sets the entire tone. With its deep button detailing and curved arms, it brings in that old-world charm while still feeling soft and inviting. The ivory shade keeps it light and airy, giving the space that calm, quietly luxurious mood her home is known for.

Budget tip

Look for faux leather or linen-blend tufted sofas that capture the same classic shape. If buying new is not practical, use an ivory slipcover on your current sofa and try an easy button tufting kit to recreate the detailing.

How to style it right

Layer neutral cushions in silk, velvet or soft cotton. Stick to creams, beige and soft whites so the textures create depth without overpowering the space.

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2. Underfoot elegance: The intricate carpets

Tara softens her dark wooden floors with Kashmiri or Persian style carpets in muted creams, beige and reds. These rugs add warmth and subtle pattern, stopping the ivory palette from feeling flat. The slightly aged look gives the room character and depth.

Budget tip

Choose machine-made rugs with a distressed finish that mimic the charm of antique silk carpets at a far lower cost.

How to style it right

Pick a size large enough to sit under the front legs of your sofa. This helps anchor the room and makes everything feel cohesive.

2. Regal Carpet Kashmiri Silk Carpet for Living Room 4 X 6 Feet (120X180 Cm) Ivory Multi, Rectangular

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3. Atmospheric lighting: Vintage chandeliers and candelabras

Lighting plays a huge role in Tara’s home. Instead of stark overhead lights, she leans towards glass or crystal chandeliers paired with silver or brass candelabras. The result is soft, flattering light that instantly warms the room.

Budget tip

Search for acrylic crystal chandeliers online or hunt for pre-loved brass candle holders at flea markets for affordable finds.

How to style it right

Use ivory or white taper candles to create a warm, golden glow that feels intimate and relaxed.

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4. The floral statement: Silver vases and fresh blooms

Fresh white flowers appear across her tables and consoles, usually arranged in polished silver vases. Lilies, Rajnigandha and roses add softness and freshness while keeping the palette refined and cohesive.

Budget tip

Go for nickel-plated or silver finish aluminium vases instead of sterling silver to achieve a similar shine without overspending.

How to style it right

Keep the flowers completely white. A monochromatic arrangement maintains the clean, polished feel.

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5. The art of the vignette: Large decorative vases

Empty corners in Tara’s home are often filled with oversized floor vases in ceramic or dark wood. They add height and structure, giving the room a sculptural touch that feels considered and intentional.

Budget tip

Refresh old ceramic pots with matte white or terracotta spray paint for a chic update that looks far more expensive than it is.

How to style it right

Place them in pairs or style a single tall vase near a console or window to create balance and visual interest.

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Beyond the ivory sofas and vintage accents, it is the piano, the records and the framed memories that bring warmth. Focus on meaningful details, keep the palette soft, and your space will feel timeless and inviting with minimal effort in trying to get it right.

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Tara Sutaria's Home: FAQs

What is the main design style of Tara Sutaria’s home?

Her home leans into old-world glamour with a strong ivory palette. Think tufted sofas, vintage lighting, silver accents and layered carpets, balanced with clean lines and open space that keep it feeling current.

How can I recreate her all-white look without it feeling plain?

Play with texture instead of colour. Mix velvet cushions, silk drapes, carved wood, soft rugs and fresh white flowers to add depth while keeping the palette cohesive.

Are vintage elements essential to achieve this aesthetic?

They help, but you do not need antiques. Look for pieces with classic shapes and finishes like brass candle holders or crystal-style chandeliers that echo the mood without the high price.

What is the easiest way to start recreating her home style?

Begin with one focal point, like an ivory sofa or a statement rug, then build around it using soft lighting and monochrome floral arrangements. Keep everything tonal and thoughtfully arranged.

The author of this article holds a Master's Degree in Interior Design and has spent over a decade in research, teaching, and designing homes from scratch.

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