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At Home with Martina Mondadori and the World of Cabana in Milan
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At Home with Martina Mondadori and the World of Cabana in Milan

Tag along to Milan as we visit the inspiring world of Martina Mondadori, the founder and editor-in-chief of Cabana Magazine…. Read More

Nantucket by Design 2025
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Nantucket by Design 2025

Nantucket by Design, one of the most highly anticipated design events of the summer season, is only three months away… Read More

At Home with Marta de la Rica in her eight story Madrid Townhouse
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At Home with Marta de la Rica in her eight story Madrid Townhouse

Tag along to Madrid for a behind the scenes visit with AD100 designer Marta de la Rica at her eight… Read More

At Home with Alfredo Paredes in his historic Locust Valley house
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At Home with Alfredo Paredes in his historic Locust Valley house

Tag along to Locust Valley, NY as we visit the stylish home of designer Alfredo Paredes. As the former chief… Read More

At Home with fashion designer Adam Lippes at his bucolic Berkshires home
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At Home with fashion designer Adam Lippes at his bucolic Berkshires home

Tag along to bucolic western Massachusetts for a behind the scenes visit with fashion designer Adam Lippes at his enchanting… Read More

At Home with Fashion Designer J.J. Martin & La DoubleJ in Milan
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At Home with Fashion Designer J.J. Martin & La DoubleJ in Milan

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At Home with Frank Di Biasi and Gene Meyer at their new home in Tangier
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At Home with Frank Di Biasi and Gene Meyer at their new home in Tangier

Join us in Tangier for an updated behind the scenes visit with designers Frank de Biasi and Gene Meyer at… Read More

The Winter Show 2025
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The Winter Show 2025

Always one of the early highlights of the arts season in New York, The Winter Show opened last night at… Read More

Iris Apfel Collection at Christie’s

Iris Apfel Collection at Christie’s

The more is more spirit of the exuberant Iris Apfel is coming to Christie’s at the end of this month…. Read More

Suzanne Rheinstein Collection at KRB

Suzanne Rheinstein Collection at KRB

There are few contemporary design icons today as missed as the much loved Suzanne Rheinstein. Her refined yet casually chic… Read More

Paris, City of Pearls

Paris, City of Pearls

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At Home with Veere Greeney in Tangier, Morocco
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At Home with Veere Greeney in Tangier, Morocco

Tag along to Tangier for a behind the scenes visit with designer Veere Grenney at Gazebo, his extraordinary Moroccan home… Read More

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One of my favorite things about setting a table is One of my favorite things about setting a table is that it never has to begin from scratch.

The most beautiful tables are collected over time—mixing old favorites with new discoveries, heirlooms with contemporary pieces, and the things you’ve loved for years with something that brings fresh perspective.

For this table, I’ve paired PeterDunham + Hudson Grace’s (@peterdunhamdesign @hudsongracesf ) beautiful salad and bread plates and napkins with Blue Carnation dinner plates, table linens, glassware, and flatware from my shop, alongside a few favorite pieces from my personal collection.

I hope this table is a reminder that you don’t need everything to match—or come from one place. The magic is in the mix. Every new piece should make you fall in love with the pieces you already own all over again.

That’s the joy of collecting—and the beauty of a table that reflects your own story.

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Very excited to be returning to @eleishvanbreems o Very excited to be returning to @eleishvanbreems on Nantucket for a 2 day trunk show next Thursday and Friday! If on island, do stop by! There will be many new introductions you will be the first to see!!
Some homes are beautiful. Others tell a story. Th Some homes are beautiful. Others tell a story. 
The Yucatán home of interior designer @laurakirar and architect Richard Frazier @rwf333 is both -  a masterful reflection of its surroundings, where architecture, landscape, light, and craftsmanship come together in perfect harmony.
Tag along for a visit to this extraordinary retreat and discover how years of collecting, collaboration, and creative vision shaped a house that feels deeply connected to its place. LINK IN PROFILE
Wishing everyone a very happy Mother’s Day! 🌸 Flow Wishing everyone a very happy Mother’s Day! 🌸 Flowers from my thoughtful husband - all else from my shop (plates coming soon - DM to be notified).
Great day at this year’s @thetickingtent with a fa Great day at this year’s @thetickingtent with a fabulous selection of new and repeat vendors in a spacious new tent ! A few of my faves - some of which didn’t make it in only because I couldn’t get good shots with the crowds! Wonderful to see so many design friends and congrats to @christinajuarezandco and @aspoonfulofbenjamin on an even bigger and better event at the beautiful @springhillvineyards !
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