December 2011 - Quintessence

Quintessential Guide to Champagne

In preparation for New Year’s Eve, everyone needs to know at least a little something about champagne. Long time readers… Read More

This is the age old champagne dilemma – coupe, flute or tulip! Last year I wrote about Seth Box, director… Read More

As some of you know, I’ve been obsessing over tartan this fall and I am thrilled that I finally have… Read More

Another holiday classic that merits a viewing this weekend is Christmas in Connecticut. This light hearted romantic comedy boasts an all… Read More

It’s no secret here that I love Legos. And clearly so does photographer Dale May. What a fun evening I… Read More

Yesterday Elle Decor featured 30 design insiders’ picks for their favorite ELLE Decor Rooms of 2011. I was thrilled to… Read More

Only a handful of jewelry companies today can claim a legacy rich in history and design. Verdura is among them… Read More

It is almost impossible to have an interest in interiors and the decorative arts and not be fascinated by Chinoiserie… Read More

A vintage romantic comedy, Ernst Lubitsch’s 1940 The Shop Around the Corner is a classic holiday story. And you may… Read More

I didn’t get a chance to finish the post I had planned for today so I am reissuing some handy… Read More

Irene Neuwirth‘s statement jewelry has major IT girl appeal. Ever since college when she started dabbling with beaded jewelry as… Read More