Author Archives: Stacey Bewkes

Scenting the Summer House

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
NEST FRAGRANCES liquidless diffuser
There’s nothing much better than the sound and smells of ocean breezes, drifting off the water though open windows. Scent is an essential accessory to any home, especially a summer house on the water, where sometimes dampness leaves its mark in less idyllic ways.…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds III

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Nantucket Friday Favorite Handlebar cafe-1
It’s been busy on island and I’m a tad late with this week’s Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds but wanted to give you a peek before week’s end. While many visitors explore the main cobblestone streets in town, there are many places to see tucked away on side streets.…
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The Garden of Peter Marino

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Garden of Peter Marino
As summer is in full swing, and Garden Conservancy Open Days and special events are offering glimpses into normally private domains, we can all enjoy an unprecedented peek at the very glamorous Southampton garden of Peter Marino. In a large and luxurious volume from Rizzoli, the renowned architect and designer shares an intimate entree into his extraordinary garden.…
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Setting the Table with Alex Papachristidis

Posted on July 16, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
Celebrated interior designer Alex Papachristidis has a passion for beauty. Known for his timeless elegance and inventive creativity, his love for and knowledge of the decorative arts extends to all aspects of his life including setting the table! A fervent collector and avid traveler, his tabletops exude a personal, colorful and exuberant style.…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds II

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Cowboy's Meat Market Nantucket
My second installment of Friday favorite finds from here on Nantucket includes a couple island staples in the food and entertainment categories. While many of us are mourning the closing of Sarah Powers’ Table No. 1 here on Nantucket, the silver lining is that the already excellent Cowboy’s Meat Market has now added a full cheese counter, curated by Sarah and overseen by owner Laura McCloskey.…
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The Trickle Down Effect

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
cb2 chelsea social
Just as we’ve witnessed the popularity of straw bags in fashion, we’ve been seeing a heightened resurgence of straw, wicker and rattan in decor as well. In tandem with the mood for maximalism, this timeless addition is easy to layer – with either a tonal or pattern filled design.…
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Summer Staple: The Straw Bag

Posted on July 9, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Jane Birkin and her straw bag-1
In this weekend’s WSJ Off Duty, fashion contributor Hayley Phelan extolled the virtues of the straw bag with a comprehensive and entertaining look at this timeless accessory. Jane Birkin and her straw bag-1Mirrorpix via Getty Images via the WSJ Citing favorite examples from film and fashion, such as the famous image of Jane Birkin, above, as well as select shopping options, the piece also includes a tongue-in-cheek interview with a straw tote as well as illustrative versions of imagined bags owned by the three little pigs.…
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Muriel Brandolini

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Few summer retreats are as well known as Long Island’s Hamptons. In communities where artists and writers, fishermen and farmers coexist with the more well known moguls and celebrities, houses range from modest cottages to timeless shingled houses to modernist mansions.…
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Happy 4th of July!

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Happy 4th of July
As our national holiday falls on a Tuesday, most everyone will be enjoying a long weekend. And by the looks of it here on Nantucket, many have extended it into a longer break. So wherever you may be, wishing you a very Happy 4th of July!…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Friday Favorite - Nantucket Meat and Fish Market
Last year, I initiated a fun Friday series from here on Nantucket which proved to be so popular, I am going to continue the weekly series this summer. Friday Favorite Finds will include island picks that are new or that I rediscover.…
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