Two months ago, I received an email from Suzy Evans who was working on a story for Fast Company. It was an article about a network of creative individuals and how they’re all connected to each other, as in Six Degrees of Inspiration. She asked each person the question: “Who do you think is doing […]
Julia Leach has already created a cult classic with her line Chance and its chic website. Now she has expanded to a new pop up shop where you can experience the brand in person. From May through June, you can pick up everything you need for a relaxing summer including soft striped tees, espadrilles, snacks, […]
There is something about the colors in this Manhattan apartment designed by Burley Katon Halliday that seemed like a perfect post for Mother’s Day. It is owned by Kiane von Mueffling who hails from Australia which is probably why she chose BKH who have offices in New York and Australia. It was also featured in American Elle Decor […]
Who ran to help me when I fell,And would some pretty story tell,Or kiss the place to make it well?My mother. – Ann Taylor
One of my favorite takeaways from the Housing Works Design on a Dime event was a post card from Paul Smith. The image was of a hand written list entitled “Some Thoughts,” reflections from the desk of Sir Paul Smith. I tried to get the photo from the designer but never heard back so I […]
There are so many wonderful events every year in New York but one of my favorites is Housing Works Design on a Dime. I had the pleasure of attending the Opening Night and was yet again blow away but all the great booths. For those of you who don’t know, each year designers beg, borrow, […]
Just received the exciting news that Target is partnering with Italian luxury brand Missoni to introduce an affordable, limited-edition collection for fashion and home. It will include apparel and accessories for women, men, girls and baby, as well as home goods including bedding, dinnerware, stationery and décor items. The prices will range from $2.99 to […]
I loved Soane Britain the minute I saw their bespoke English furniture catalog but it’s always hard to order from a company when you can’t see their products in person. Which is why I am excited to announce that Soane has just opened a pop up shop in the 1stdibs space at the NYDC building. They […]
I’ve never fancied myself an Alexander McQueen fan but after viewing the new Savage Beauty exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art honoring the late designer, I will be one for life. It is one of the best Costume Institute shows that I have ever seen. Harold Koda and Andrew Bolton have not only assembled […]
The East Coast equivalent to the Oscars is the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala hosted by Vogue. While you have to be pretty well connected in the fashion world to be invited to the glamorous event, I was able to attend the morning preview. This year’s Costume Institute exhibition is dedicated to Alexander […]
One of the most fun rooms in the 2011 Kips Bay Decorator Show House is the foyer and staircase and landing designed by Wayne Nathan. The pops of color and wall art created with electrical tape by Brooklyn street artist Aakash Nihalani create a contemporary art gallery feeling. The designre said, “It’s about curating a […]
One of my favorite rooms in the 2011 Kips Bay Decorator Show House was designed by Celerie Kemble and her team at Kemble Interiors. Due to the historic significance of the home, many of the designers were required to work around certain features and that included the wood paneling in the library. With a little magic […]
“The world’s favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May.” – Edwin Way Teale
After I moved to New York, shopping at Calypso St. Barth stores became a favorite pastime. Not only do they have great colorful clothing and chic sandals but great furniture and accessories for the home. Now those of you who don’t live near a Calypso store can take home their island inspired aesthetic from their new […]
I dragged myself out of bed at 5:30am to watch the Royal Wedding and it was well worth it. Apparently, Prince William told Kate Middleton, “you look stunning” (or beautiful depending on the lip reader) after he saw her and he was quite right. She looked amazing in her dress designed by Sarah Burton for […]
Los Angeles based interior designer Mary McDonald created a big impact in the tiny entrance area at the 2011 Kips Bay Decorator Show House. She was inspired by Annabel’s, a private members’ restaurant and nightclub on Berkeley Square in London where “drama meets classical decor.” The bold feminine lipstick red wallcovering plays off the masculine charcoal grey […]
I had the pleasure of visiting the 2011 Kips Bay Decorator Show House this morning and can’t wait to share all my photos. The former residence of John Hay “Jock” Whitney is a bit smaller in scale than some previous houses but as is usually the case, big things come in small packages. There are […]