Monthly Archives: August 2014

Skyscapes by Stacy Bass

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
In my daily perusing on Instagram, I realized that I was regularly receiving gorgeous images of Connecticut skies from local photographer Stacy Bass, whose beautiful book, In the Garden, celebrated 18 spectacular gardens here in the Northeast. From crystal clear Skyscapes by Stacy Bass to moody and mysterious, her imagery struck a chord with me and many others so I wasn’t surprised to hear that Stacy decided to officially create a series aptly entitled SKYSCAPES.…
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My Vicarious Travels

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Many of you readers let me know that you enjoyed traveling with me out and about so today I am sharing some new discoveries from my vicarious travels. While some of you may be lucky enough to be attending the Biennale des Antiquaires in Paris next month, the rest of us will have to wait for the reports.…
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AERIN at Bergdorf Goodman

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
If I were to bury my ashes at Bergdorf’s, it would probably be on the seventh floor, where all temptation for the home resides. And now is a particularly alluring time to visit as AERIN has partnered with Bergdorf Goodman in their hallowed hall to showcase her extensive fall line of decorative accessories, set within stylish vignettes featuring her furniture and lighting collections.…
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At Home in Connecticut with Susanna Salk and Alexandra Champalimaud

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
Award winning designer Alexandra Champalimaud not only brings a wealth of knowledge and international experience to every project she touches but a sixth sense. Whether a luxury hotel in China or Japan, a charming inn in the Hamptons or a spa in rural Connecticut, she intuitively knows how to connect a specific sense of place with extraordinary style.…
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The Midas Touch at NY Now Market

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
The mania for brass and gold tones continues as warm metallic finishes extend their dominance at NY Now Market. Whether considering furniture, accessories or linens, it appears that it will be another sparkling holiday season. For tabletop, gold always lends an appropriate twinkle for special settings.…
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Jonathan Adler Going for the Gold at NY Now

Posted on August 17, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
After spending much of the day at NY Now, it was clear that brass and gold finishes are a continuing theme for interiors. Nowhere was this more evident that at the upbeat booth of Jonathan Adler, where tons of fun introductions included bright brass details.…
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Calvin Klein Collection Luxury Bedding

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Although we’ve been enjoying the luxurious langour of August weather, the home market is just heating up to present fall furnishings and accessories this coming week in New York City. Monday I got a jump start and stopped by to see the new Calvin Klein Collection luxury bedding at the chic Madison Avenue boutique.…
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Trudy Dujardin and the Eco-Elegant Interior

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Not only does Trudy Dujardin create beautiful serene settings in which to live but healthy and environmentally conscious ones. “My dream is for all of us to live lightly on the earth, surrounded by beauty and comfort, both inside and out.” Her eco-elegant style informs all her choices, from paint and fabrics to furniture fillings and air quality.…
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Out and About on Vicarious Visits

Posted on August 10, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
While I rarely post other sites’ content, there has just been so much I’ve been lusting after online, whether place, product or experience, that I thought I’d share just a few finds from my vicarious visits. Those of you who follow along on Facebook know that Capri is very high on my travel bucket list.…
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Best Monogram in Washington Depot, CT

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
While we’ll return to Nantucket next week, today we amble back to Connecticut for a peek at Best Monogram in the tiny town of Washington Depot in Litchfield Country. For such a wee blip on the map, there are a surprising number of stores worthy of a visit.…
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