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At Home in Manhattan with Emily Eerdmans
Emily Eerdmans is the real deal but she approaches her craft with a joy and humor that belies her impressive… Read More
At Home in Connecticut with Charlotte Barnes
Having happily lived in the same suburban town for 20 years, designer Charlotte Barnes was not even considering a move… Read More
At Home in Montecito with Suzanne Rheinstein
While acclaimed designer Suzanne Rheinstein’s storied Hancock Park home in Los Angeles is a study in layered neoclassical style, her… Read More
Worthy
WorthySelect favorite finds for you and your home
Giuliva
Satirello Matches Box
Handcrafted in Italy. Brass with gold finish, serial number, and small square for personalization. Hand-engraved lava stone illustrating the face of Satirello, symbolizing vice over virtue.
Soane
Hurlingham Vase
The original. Large glass vase encased in rattan handwoven by Soane's expert weavers in England. 6 week lead time.
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There’s a New Bubble in Town
Vintage champagne taste on a non vintage budget? If you are looking for a more affordable bottle of bubbly for… Read More
Made in Tangier
Australian Pin Affleck is a global citizen. An inveterate world traveler, she collected textiles wherever she went, from Indian Himalaya… Read More
Story of Yanxi Palace
I am late to the game on this, but perhaps you also were not aware of what looks to be a… Read More