More is More

One of the most special things I was able to do on my recent trip to Los Angeles was visit Tony Duquette's legendary home Dawnridge and meet Hutton Wilkinson.  The timing couldn't have been more perfect since the Tony Duquette for Coach collection was just launching with parties while I was in town. For those of you who don't know, Hutton Wilkinson started working for Tony Duquette in 1971 and after the designer's death in 1999, he has been keeping his designs and legacy alive.  When the first Tony Duquette book was released in 2007, Bergdorf Goodman dedicated their holiday windows to the designer and I remember attending the book party.  Never in my wildest dreams could I imagine that I would eventually visit Dawnridge in person. Just another one of those pinch me moments that have come about because of my blog.  

While there, my friend and I noticed a more modern house next door that seemed to be connected to Dawnridge but I forgot to ask about it.  Fast forward to the March issue of Harper's Bazaar where I found out that it's Hutton Wilkinson's new house that he shares with his wife of 35 years, Ruth.  He says it's his most personal design and full of over the top detail, gorgeous colors, and lots of gold. The photos make the perfect juxtaposition to some of the new pieces from the Tony Duquette for Coach collection.  Just another example of how art, design, fashion, and jewelry can inspire each other. And maybe if I keep dreaming, someone will buy me that fabulous malachite ring for my birthday.  Hint, hint. 

Photos by Christopher Sturman for Harper's Bazaar.

March Madness

The March issues of magazines are starting to arrive and I swear I still have September issues I still haven't gotten rid of yet.  One that I am most excited to receive though is Harper's Bazaar.  They've revamped the design and placed the enviable Gwyneth Paltrow on the cover.  I'm pretty sure there are going to be a run on memberships to Tracy Anderson after everyone sees the issue.  Sigh. 

Photos by Terry Richardson

Looking Good is the Best Revenge

I was very impressed with the dignified and classy way that Demi Moore handled the recent collapse of her marriage to Aston Kutcher.  It's also nice to see her happy and looking gorgeous in the February issue of Harper's Bazaar.  More importantly, I hope Ashton sees the cover of this issue everywhere he goes for the next month and it is a constant reminder that he is an idiot. Looking good really is the best revenge. 

You go girl!  

Photos by Cedric Buchet

Marrakech Moment

I loved this spread entitled Marrakech Moment when it was first featured in Harper's Bazaar. Now I can use it as outfit inspiration on my upcoming trip.  I'm excited to announce that I will be visiting not only Marrakech but also Casablanca, Morocco 1-8 November.  Not sure where I am staying yet but I'm already dreaming about what treasures I'm going to find at the souk.  Also hoping to make it Jardin Majorelle, La Mamounia, and lots of other beautiful places.  If you have any suggestions, please feel free to send them my way. In the meantime, I'm off to plan what to pack!

Photos by Lachlan Bailey for Harper's Bazaar

Chic and Colorful

For my own apartment, I like a neutral backdrop with small pops of color.  But every once in a while I see a colorful home that makes me want to call up the painters and completely redo everything.  Veronica Swanson Beard's amazing triplex is one of them.  Interior designer Thomas Britt helped Veronica and her husband with the decor of the 4,000 square foot home.  You might remember that he worked on her sister Alexis Swanson Traina's San Francisco house as well.  It's clear this is a family who's not afraid of bold color and patterns. Harper's Bazaar just featured the house but I also found some photos on Thomas Britt's website that give you an idea of the layout.  I probably won't end up painting my walls, but I just might reupholster my sofa in that amazing chartreuse green color.  Baby steps. 

Photos for Harper's Bazaar by Ditte Isager

Gold Standard

I've never met anything gold and shiny that I didn't like, including all the furniture and decorative accents in this Parisian apartment. It is owned by Delfina Delettrez whose mother is Silvia Venturini Fendi, one of those fabulous fashion Fendis.  Looks like chicness runs in the family and her taste in antiques is perfect for the Sixth Arrondissement apartment on the Place de Furstenberg, one of the most beautiful areas in the city. While her mother designs bags, this Fendi fille designs jewelry and of course uses lots of gold. Maybe she's inspired by her apartment.  I know I sure am.

Photos by Ditte Isager for Harper's Bazaar