Posts Tagged: fashion

at home with Johnson Hartig via Quintessence At Home in Los Angeles with Johnson Hartig

Posted on May 9, 2020 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
While Johnson Hartig’s talents and interests have always been extensive and wide ranging, he found his calling in 2001 with his celebrated fashion brand Libertine. Hartig and his then business partner Cindy Greene, brought a fresh and inventive vibe to fashion, melding punk street fashion references with high art and culture by repurposing vintage pieces with creative and sometimes controversial embellishment.…
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Carolyne Roehm new book Design & Style A Constant Thread At Home with Carolyne Roehm – Design & Style: A Constant Thread

Posted on October 21, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
We have celebrated Carolyne Roehm’s many talents here before – in the garden, setting the table, the renovation and decoration of her beautiful Charleston home. With the publication of her new book (her 13th !!) Design & Style A Constant Thread, we can now marvel at the constant thread that has been at the core of all her creative endeavors throughout the years.…
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Paul Poiret Exposition des Arts Decoratifs The Return of Poiret

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
While today we are accustomed to the close connection between fashion and decor, with designers often crossing the divide, a century ago, these relationships were not so intertwined. But there was one creative couturier who embodied the modern concept of lifestyle, encompassing clothing, interiors and even beauty.…
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Dr. Zhivago ice palace interior 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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Delvaux Miniatures Belgitude cover image Delvaux Brillant

Posted on September 12, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
When you think of Belgium, french fries, beer, chocolate and Brussel sprouts may come to mind, their famous decor style, or their international position as capital of the European Union and home to NATO. Or perhaps you think of them as the center of the world’s diamond trade, or home to the prestigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts, famous artists such as Rene Magritte and fashion icons such as Dries van Noten.…
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Coastal Nantucket Nantucket Favorite Friday Finds VII

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
With its modern organic vibe, Coastal is a long time Nantucket favorite. Founded by ex-Calvin Klein fashion executive Karen Fisher, the store features a unique mix of vintage and contemporary artisanal furniture, art and accessories all with a creative coastal feel.…
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Nantucket shop bodegaNantucket shop bodega Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds III

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
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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Straw bag in To Catch a Thief Summer Staple: The Straw Bag

Posted on July 9, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
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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Pierre Frey x J. Crew Pierre Frey x J. Crew

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
The intersection between interiors and fashion continues to inspire as Pierre Frey x J. Crew have joined forces to collaborate on a chic capsule swim and beach wear collection for the American brand. With the heat of summer making an early appearance in these parts and both national holidays on the horizon, the timing couldn’t be more appropriate for a stylish tropical treat!…
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Susan Walker Charleston home At Home and Around the World with Susan Walker and Ali MacGraw for Ibu

Posted on June 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   30 Comments
Susan Walker has long walked the line between style and substance. With a spiritual soul, curious mind and educated eye she finally found what has become her true calling and three years ago, Ibu opened its doors in Charleston. In Indonesia, Ibu means woman of respect and Susan adopted the name for her company representing women artisans in 34 counties around the globe, using their time honored skills to create beautiful clothing and home decor.…
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