No visit to the Fine Arts Building would be complete without stopping by Todd Romano‘s gorgeous showroom.   The mix of the abstract painting and orange chairs in the entry is another example that could have made my abstract art post yesterday.  I absolutely love the look and wish I could buy them all!  It also […]

Former Domino editor Tori Mellott is a serial mover.  Since I’ve known her, she’s lived in at least five or six different apartments.  I’m not sure of the exact number since I can’t keep up with her peripatetic life.  And it seems neither can her apartments.  She has storage spaces filled with all the pieces […]

Dries Van Noten is a very busy designer.  As I wrote about recently, he just opened a new men’s store in Paris and now he just celebrated his new in store boutique on the third floor at Bergdorf Goodman.  I love that Dries puts as much thought into interior design as he does fashion design.  […]

My love of abstract art is no secret.  I love the colors and movement of the paintings like the one in Kelly Wearstler’s home above.  I think a lot of people see abstract art as just paint slapped on a canvas but a lot of thought usually goes into the work.  Abstract Expressionist artist Joan […]

If there is one person who loves trolling the world for interesting objects, it’s Federico de Vera.  His carefully curated shop of curiosities on Crosby Street in Soho is one of my favorite stores in New York.  Lucky for me, he has just opened an Upper East Side outpost.  It is a little jewel box […]

Flea markets are a weekend ritual for many people.  One of the biggest regrets that Stefan and I have about our trip to Paris is that we did not make it to the legendary les puces.  When we do finally make the trip, we will have a wonderful guide in Antiquaires: Paris Flea Markets by […]

I had the pleasure of attending an interior designer breakfast this morning at The International Fine Art & Antique Dealers Show.  The event was sponsored by Michael Bruno, President and Founder of 1stdibs, and Michael Boodro, Editor-in-Chief of Elle Decor, and included a wonderful group.  It was fun touring the fair with my fellow colleagues […]

If you are one of lucky few who look good in leather leggings, they are a chic option for fall and winter as illustrated by Olivia Palermo. Note to self: stop eating full stop.  Le sigh. Photo from RDuJour

I’d like to wish Jeremiah Goodman a very happy birthday and remind you to visit his new exhibition, Inspired Impressions.  It runs from now through December 20, 2010 at the New York School of Interior Design.  Bon weekend!

I could have spent all day in the dining room by Cullman & Kravis at the Kips Bay Decorator Show House and that was the point.  The designers behind this chic room told me that if someone owned this big townhouse, they would probably entertain a lot.  That prompted them to design a dining room […]

The first looks from the upcoming Lanvin for H&M collaboration have been released and they have the fashion world in a tizzy.  The dresses are exactly what everyone loves about Lanvin and I’m sure they will be sold out in minutes.  I’m thinking about taking boxing lessons just so I can fight for one.  There […]

I found so many favorite rooms at the Kips Bay Decorator Show House this year and one is actually not even really a room.  Interior designer Rod Winterrowd was assigned the first and second floor stair landings and stairwell.  It is a testament to his skill that he created a space that is warm and […]

I want to thank FoxNews.com for naming Habitually Chic one of the Top 10 Design Blogs of 2010!  I’m honored to be in such great company!

If there is one designer who is glamorous enough to follow a post about Anne Hathaway, it’s Mary McDonald.  Even though she lives in Los Angeles, those of us on the East Coast will have a chance to meet Ms. McDonald at her book signing at Doyle next Monday.  Better start planning your chic outfit […]

I’m busy working today so for right now, I’m leaving you with these beautiful photos of Anne Hathaway from Vogue.  They were shot by Mario Testino at Maxim’s in Paris and make her look like a French Holly Golightly.  I still don’t have the November issue yet but you can see more photos and read the interview […]

The biggest buzz this weekend was about the new Ralph Lauren boutique that opened on Madison Avenue.  Located across the street from his already famous Rhinelander mansion for men, this one is devoted to women and home.  Unlike most retailers who hire the “it architect” of the moment to create a modern store, Ralph Lauren […]

While perusing the Wall Street Journal online, I came across this chic fall fashion spread.  It stars actor Peter Krause which is a little strange but there is nothing strange about the autumnal outfits, lovely interiors, or country setting.  (All the credits are available here.)  The only thing missing though is colorful fall foliage. Enjoy! Photos […]