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Le Quatorze Juillet

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
le quatorze juillet
So today we recognize Bastille Day, le quatorze juillet, with a little red white and blue, French style. I’ve gathered just a few of my iconic French favorites, from a great Côtes du Rhône to the Breton classic Amor Lux (can’t even think how many of these I’ve owned over the years).…
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At Ease | Riviera Refinement

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
riviera
Who doesn’t dream about renting a villa with water views on the French Riviera? It’s all about summering at ease with a relaxed refinement that combines understated luxe from table to attire. You too can fantasize you’re lounging in this Cap Ferrat villa with these fashionable finds.…
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What to do in Paris | Investing in the Experience

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
what to do in Paris
What to do in Paris? As we were planning our recent trip, my sister and I wanted to introduce the city to my daughters with a balanced mix of culture, history and fun. She spent the beginning of her career as a high level corporate events planner, giving her the perfect skills set to organize a trip full of memorable activities.…
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Paris Finds | Palais Furst in Saint Germain

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Saint Germain
The allure of Saint Germain in Paris seems to know no bounds. The challenge is to allow time for both exploring and making new discoveries with revisiting those spots you already know and love. Palais Furst actually fell somewhat in the middle.…
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At Ease | Low Key Luxe for the Fourth of July

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
fourth of July
Starting with this shopping collage for the fourth of July, I am hoping to inaugurate a light summer series entitled At Ease, where I will regularly gather some thematic product for stylish occasions throughout the summer. Since we all celebrate the 4th in different fashions, I thought low key luxe might cover quite a few bases.…
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Favorite Paris Finds | Michele Aragon

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Paris Finds
With the power of the internet and communicative nature of the blogosphere, undiscovered Paris finds are few and far between. So while some of my new favorites may not be untapped resources, I hope they may find their way into at least a few readers’ Paris folders for future reference.…
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AERIN | Living the Life and the Label

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
AERIN
AERIN is more than merely a label. It’s a lifestyle. And nothing has more credibility, authenticity or appeal than when the namesake of a company lives and breathes the brand. While Aerin Lauder may lead a luxury life, her down-to-earth approachability gives her brand both aspirational and relatable allure.…
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Stylish Shopping with Susanna Salk and Eddie Ross

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   14 Comments
Eddie Ross
Crossing the divides of styling, entertaining, decorating and production, Eddie Ross is a whirling dervish of creativity. While his career began in the culinary arts, he soon expanded his skill set into the world of decor with positions at House Beautiful, Martha Stewart, and now Better Homes & Gardens, columns in Woman’s Day and Southern Living, work in front of and behind the camera for TV shows such as Martha, HGTV, the Food Network and Bravo’s Top Design, features in almost every lifestyle mag, as well as musings on his popular blog.…
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Ronald McDonald House Long Island Project Design 2013

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
Ronald McDonald House
Last week Newel Gallery hosted a pre-construction celebration of The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island Project Design 2013. In partnership with Kravet and New York Cottages & Gardens, this is a very special sort of showhouse – one that is permanent and directly affects the lives of the many families who make extended stays at the facility while their seriously ill children are receiving medical treatment at area hospitals.  …
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Celerie Kemble for Henredon

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
celerie kemble
In what seems a perennial state of catch up, I can’t believe it’s already June while I still have collections from High Point in April I had wanted to share. One of the biggest hits at market were Celerie Kemble‘s extensive new collections – furniture for Henredon and occasional pieces, accessories and lighting for Maitland Smith.…
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