Monthly Archives: January 2018

Prussian Blue – The Art and Science of Color

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   61 Comments
As I was scrolling through Instagram the other morning, I stopped to “like” and admire a post on Charlotte Di Carcaci’s artful feed. Maria de los Dolores Collado and Echague by Vicente Palmaroli 1870-1 The gorgeous saturated color in the detail of this portrait (of Maria de los Dolores Collado and Echague by Vicente Palmaroli, 1870, that hangs in the Prado) reminded me how much I love Prussian blue.…
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Tuscan Dream

Posted on January 28, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
This is a busy week filled with obligations as well as preparing for my trip to Nashville. I didn’t want to leave you without any inspiration so in case you haven’t seen it, I am sharing an enchanting project from the final pages of this month’s Architectural Digest.…
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Nashville Bound

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
One of the most popular events of the season is the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville coming up on February 2-4. Celebrating its 28th year, it is the longest-running event of its kind. I am excited to be Nashville Bound next week to return to this very special show.…
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2018 Winter Antiques Show

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Kicking off the season with a bang, the 2018 Winter Antiques Show opened with what felt like a reenergized spirit. Many of the booths were more decorative, creating enveloping environments for their collections. This was nothing new for Elle Shushan, whose booth is always charming.…
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At Home and in the Office with Miles Redd

Posted on January 21, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   18 Comments
With a love of timeless style from fashion to film, a deep knowledge of design and decorative arts and an uncanny ability to mix high and low with aplomb, Miles Redd is a designer whose rooms glow with glamour and creativity.…
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Deyrolle: A Parisian Cabinet of Curiosities

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
When the legendary Deyrolle was decimated by an electrical fire in 2008, everyone in France and beyond rallied to the rescue of the beloved French institution. From the government, to Hermès who reissued a limited edition of its famous Plumes scarf to raise funds, to artists around the world who donated works to sell.…
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Chinese Export at Christies

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Not only is Chinese Export porcelain a visual feast but a fascinating lesson in the cross cultural exchange of art, ideas and commerce. Catering to western demand, this “china” (which is of course how the word originated) is an amazing melding of Chinese artisanship with Western themes, forms and decorations.…
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What’s Next in Interiors for 2018

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
With the advent of a new year, we are always tempted to predict what’s new and what’s next. And while I am not one for trends, they are often hard to escape. If you’re suddenly craving color and pattern, there’s a reason.…
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Kicking Off a Year of Kitchens and Baths at KBIS

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   10 Comments
This week found me on a quick trip to Orlando to attend KBIS. For you non-interior design professionals, KBIS is the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, presented in association with the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). An enormous venue with over 600 leading brands, KBIS is the leading annual US platform for showcasing the latest industry products, technologies and learning opportunities.…
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Dr. Zhivago: The Story Behind the Style

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   21 Comments
With the arctic weather producing feet of snow and sub zero temperatures here in New England and down the coast, there have, understandably, been numerous online references to Dr. Zhivago, David Lean’s 1965 classic. Dr. Zhivago ice palace interior Based on Boris Pasternak’s Russian Revolution love story, the film is not only one of the most beautiful epics ever filmed but one of the most fascinating.…
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