Posts Tagged: Schumacher

Paul Poiret Exposition des Arts Decoratifs The Return of Poiret

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 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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Vogue Living x Schumacher

Posted on August 8, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
It’s hard to keep up with Dara Caponigro and her team at Schumacher! Their latest creative collaboration with Vogue – Vogue Living – just launched and the collection a wonderful melding of many of the themes I write about here – fashion and decor, timeless design and looking back to move forward.…
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Miles Redd with Schumacher wallpaper, photo Melanie Acevedo Wallpaper Wizardry | The Schumacher Library of Wallcovering

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
My love of wallpaper is no secret and I was intrigued as Schumacher hinted on their Instagram feed (@Schumacher1889) about an impending wallpaper announcement. So I am especially excited to be able to share with you their big reveal – The Schumacher Library of Wallcovering, debuting in all domestic and international showrooms next week.…
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Schumacher x Cabana Schumacher x Cabana

Posted on October 23, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Twice a year design aficionados in the know anxiously await the arrival of the new Cabana Magazine. Not only do we anticipate the elegant imaginative editorials and insider peeks at the great trifecta of “thought, place and person” around the globe but the surprise of which textile house will grace the covers.…
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Schumacher Couture Toledo Introducing Schumacher Couture and Classics Collections

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Before the holidays I visited the Schumacher headquarters to preview their early 2016 releases. While most of you are no doubt familiar with the firm, what you may not know is the company’s distinguished history. Founded in 1889 by Parisian Frederic Schumacher, the New York City design company introduced the most exquisite European fabrics to a discerning American clientele.…
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Lisa Perry + Schumacher Zebra Palm Lisa Perry + Schumacher

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
While Schumacher has had their share of designer collections in recent years, their most recent collaboration harkens back to their illustrious history of pairings with the likes of Paul Poiret and Elsa Schiaparelli. When Dara Caponigro joined Schumacher as Creative Director in 2013, I thought it the perfect opportunity for the distinguished fabric house to branch out a bit more into lifestyle.…
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Alessandra Branca for ELLE DECOR at Hearst Designer Visions

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
In her Designer Visions apartment, Alessandra Branca is all about contrasting combinations – of old and new, of elegance and comfort and of color and pattern. What was originally planned as the dining room was repurposed as a warm and cozy library/sitting room.…
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Hearst Designer Visions | Matthew Patrick Smyth for ELLE DECOR

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
Hearst Magazines’ 6th annual Designer Visions is a marvelously conceived showcase (for more information, see this earlier post). It’s not surprising that the three apartments, one sponsored by each of the Hearst design group magazines, are beautiful but when attending a preview last week, I was impressed with the incredibly detailed back stories created by each of the designers for their imagined muses.…
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Coming Soon

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
I must say that time got the better of me this week. There just wasn’t enough of it to get all the work done and also get some sleep!! So here’s a sneak preview of what’s to come. The Keno brothers’ new collection for Theodore Alexander.…
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The People’s Project – Pool House & Guest Cottage

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
The governor’s residence includes two charming outbuildings. Closest to the main residence is a pool house. From the Philip Gorrivan designed sunroom, you can see the pool and garden through the french doors. Designers Tricia Izzo and Carolyn Kron of Shelter Interiors were met with many challenges in renovating the now lovely pool house.…
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