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Loominaries pillows
Design, Gifts, Interior design

Accessorizing with Color at the New York Gift Show

While some are comfortable with major colorful statements in their home, many find it easier to live with a more… Read More

Diane James winter candle
Design, Gifts, Interior design

Old and New at the New York Gift Fair

A recurring theme throughout the design world is the mix of old and new. From rejuvenating heritage brands to repurposing… Read More

Juliska holiday with paisley and fur
Design, Entertainment, Gifts, Holiday, Interior design

Local Favorite Juliska at the New York Gift Show

Located not far from me in Connecticut, Juliska is a local design favorite. Their store in Stamford is a constant… Read More

New York Gift Fair collage
Design, Garden, Gifts, Interior design

The New York Gift Show – A Sneak Peek

I spent the entire weekend at the New York Gift Fair. Saturday I perused Pier 94 which is large but… Read More

Lexington Furniture Althena Chaise
Design, Interior design, Travel

Las Vegas World Market with Traditional Home

Several weeks ago I had the pleasure of traveling to Las Vegas with a small group of bloggers sponsored by… Read More

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Art & Antiques, Design, Interior design

2012 Hampton Designer Showhouse Finale – Fun Room

Designer Libby Langdon, below, was assigned the largest and perhaps most challenging space at the showhouse. The only unfinished room… Read More

Decorex International
Design, Garden, Interior design, Travel

Thank You Decorex!

Decorex International, the legendary British interior design show, just announced its #DECOREX100 – a list of the top 100 interior… Read More

Katie Leede and Patrick Lonne
Art & Antiques, Design, Interior design

2012 Hampton Designer Showhouse Bedroom

Katie Leede‘s rooms always have an alluring artsy edge with an interesting narrative. Her bedroom at the Hampton showhouse is again… Read More

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Design, Fashion, Interior design

2012 Hampton Designer Showhouse Pool Area

My visit to the showhouse included the evening of the opening night party. And thanks to the beautiful weather, everyone… Read More

Schatzi McLean garden in a Richard Keith Langham project
Architecture, Design, Interior design

Richard Keith Langham’s Country Charm

Richard Keith Langham is decidedly old school. And I mean that as a compliment. It certainly doesn’t imply his designs… Read More

Antony Todd
Architecture, Design, Interior design

The Sixth Annual Hearst Designer Visions

While I plan on enjoying the rest of August, which is already passing way too quickly, I am, at the… Read More

Robert Passal Hampton Designer Showhouse master bedroom
Design, Interior design

2012 Hampton Designer Showhouse Master Bedroom

Robert Passal‘s master bedroom at the Hampton Designer Showhouse has major wow power. With a fresh eye popping color scheme… Read More

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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 !
Nantucket’s Daffodil Festival turns 50 this weeken Nantucket’s Daffodil Festival turns 50 this weekend — half a century of decorated antique car parades, legendary tailgate picnics, and armloads of the island’s most cheerful bloom. The Daffodil Flower Show, organized by the @nantucketgardenclub is worth the trip. Today the island is at its most glorious, and this golden table, along with some festive shots from past Daffy days, is our small celebration of a very big milestone. (The flowers may not be daffodils, but the spirit is entirely there.)
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Our latest video visit is here! Tag along as we st Our latest video visit is here! Tag along as we step inside the Paris apartment of French product and interior designer @pierregonalons where his home serves as a living laboratory for his ideas! LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
Interior designer @james_andrew shows how he brill Interior designer @james_andrew shows how he brilliantly used inspiration from Lee Radziwill’‘s Renzo Mongiardino designed London home to transform his partner’s bedroom into a personal haven. Full home tour on the Quintessence YouTube channel.
Wishing everyone who celebrates a very happy Easte Wishing everyone who celebrates a very happy Easter with beauty, love, and peace 🐣💛🐇
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