Recently in “Tabletop”

Dallas is Divine ..... The Accessorator's "Fantasyland"!

May 7, 2013 10:27 AM

IMG_0774.jpg
IMG_0772.jpg
IMG_0779.jpg
IMG_0780.jpg

IMG_0773.jpg
IMG_0781.jpg
IMG_0771.jpg
I adored my visit to Dallas ....
I saw sooooo much fabulous art & incredible design ....
I went into a spin!!!

I flipped over everything in this house ...
it's owner is an over-the-moon 
"accessorator supreme"!!!

But, I can't get this sublime dinning room 
out of my mind!!! 
These fabulous vintage textiles 
pieced into these sublime "table-mats" 
are brilliant!!!

I imagined all the textiles in my closet .... 
incredible African cloth remnants, 
fantastic ikat fabrics,
& the vintage quilt pieces sitting 
on the top shelf!!!
WOW .... I'm off to the seamstress now!!!

And the chairs are spectacular too!!!!

IMG_DR777.jpg
IMG_DR776.jpg

Alain Ducasse Restaurant Designed by Philippe Starck!

March 27, 2013 6:23 PM

IMG_7868.jpg
IMG_7866.jpg
IMG_7832.jpg
IMG_7814.jpg
IMG_7796.jpg
IMG_7798.jpg
IMG_7839.jpg
IMG_7795.jpg
IMG_7834.jpg
IMG_7794.jpg
IMG_7806.jpg
IMG_7805.jpg

IMG_7818.jpg
IMG_7822.jpg
IMG_7825.jpg
The news addition the Doha's 
is Alain Ducasse's stunning restaurant

Designed by Philippe Starck,
it is spectacular .....
sumptuous white leather 
with silver calligraphy, 
an incredible amount of Baccarat crystal,
glorious graphic rugs,
& divine dinnerware,  
plus a view to-die-for ....
this is the most stunning restaurant 
in the world!!!

And don't forget the Ducasse cuisine ....
a total WOW!!!
 
Pictures are scarce .... 
so enjoy this special "secret view"!!!

PS, IDAM means generosity in Arabic!!!

Sotti Sitz Opens GARDE on Beverly Boulevard, LA!!!

March 6, 2013 8:30 AM

IMG_7002G.jpg
IMG_7000G.jpg
IMG_7006G.jpg
IMG_7013G.jpg

IMG_6997G.jpg
Thumbnail image for IMG_7007G.jpg
Thumbnail image for IMG_7014G.jpg
Retuning from NYC's fashion world to 
LA's design world....
Los Angeles native Scotti Sitz 
opened GARDE at 7418 Beverly Boulevard
last March!!!

Influenced by her time at 
Calvin Klein & Giorgio Armani
Sitz's aesthetic is "clean & modern"!!!

She infuses the store with a primarily neutral color palette,
from taupe & stone to grey & greige ..... 
plus a selection of dark indigo solids, 
stripes & patterns.
. 
Buying only what she "loves" .......
this store raises the bar for 
"chic & contemporary style" in LA!!! 

A fabulous "accessorator" find in LA last month .....
& a real LA "must-shop"!!!!

Glorious, Glamorous, & Gorgeous ..... Creel and Gow!

October 12, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_3889.jpg
IMG_3864.jpg
IMG_3847.jpg
IMG_3854.jpg
IMG_3856.jpg

IMG_3849.jpg
IMG_3850.jpg
IMG_3857.jpg

IMG_3859.jpg
IMG_3881.jpg
IMG_3882.jpg

IMG_3861.jpg
IMG_3878G.jpg
IMG_3875G.jpg
IMG_3858.jpg

IMG_3848G.jpg
IMG_3865G.jpg
IMG_3870G.jpg
IMG_3871G.jpg

IMG_3869G.jpg
IMG_3888.jpg
Opened one week ago ...... 
is home to the most eclectic & exciting selection of 
fascinating & exquisite objects 
from around the globe!!!

"The perfect resource to embellish one's life 
with originality & find that unique gift 
for discerning individuals!"

The ultimate "accessortaor's paradise" ....
a divine must, must, must see!!!

Glamourous "Accessorations" @ Maison 24, New York!!!

July 25, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_7593m.jpg
IMG_7598m.jpg
IMG_7595m.jpg
IMG_7596m.jpg

IMG_7597m.jpg
IMG_7602m.jpg
IMG_7603m.jpg

IMG_7610m.jpg
IMG_7624m.jpg
IMG_7639m.jpg

IMG_7613m.jpg
IMG_7654m.jpg
IMG_7631.jpg
IMG_7600m.jpg
IMG_7649m.jpg

IMG_7606m.jpg
IMG_7655m.jpg
I am a great fan of 
 Bridgehampton store,
(see blog 7/19/11)     

This brother & sister duo are the ultimate 
"accessorator's supreme"!!!

And, I recently found myself totally enthralled by  
the "over-the-top" glamour of

There are sooo many glorious "gifts & goodies" to see .....
including stunning furniture & art, 
yummie scents, hip CD's,
great books, rockin' robots .....
& an extensive selection of bespoke  
furniture & accessories  from English designer's
plus loads of fabulous

have stylish & stunning taste!!!

They continuously explore the world .....
bringing their distinctively chic & contemporary,
quirky & glamourous aesthetic 
to their delightful "must-shop" meccas's in 
NYC & The Hamptons!!!

Fantastique Stripes Galore @ Les Toiles du Soleil NYC!

July 17, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_3267.jpg
IMG_3259.jpg
IMG_3258.jpg
IMG_3262.jpg
IMG_3265.jpg
IMG_3264.jpg
IMG_3257.jpg
Stripes, stripes, stripes ..... 
in the most fabulous colors and patterns are at
in Chelsea!!!

Saturday, I was on the hunt for pillows, 
my favorite "acessorations,"
when I found this delightful soupçon of style, 
from the South of France ....
on West 19th Street!!!

Owner's
are delightful hosts,
unfurling endless bolts of fabrics ...
so that I could pick the perfect stripes 
for summer pillows .....
& I did!!!

There's nothing more sublime to the "accessorator" ....
than "made-to-order"!!!

Also available are outdoor umbrellas, dish towels, aprons,
make-up bags, espadrilles, napkins,
& more!!!!

Melamine Is Everywhere ..... Even Across The Pond!!!

June 22, 2012 8:30 AM

City of Edinburgh-melamine.jpg
This came from my divine friend SD .....
who's been traveling, traveling, traveling the world 
endlessly!!!!!
He finds the most amazing "accessorations"
everywhere ....
& sends them to me!!!

And since I am the "Queen of Melamine" ....
he sent this picture!!!

I matched it up with my 2008 melamine windows!!!
East Hampton vs. Edinburgh ......
What do you think???
 
IMG_0581.jpg

Divine, Delightful, & Delicious ..... NY DESIGN Hunting!

May 14, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_3084NYMAG2.jpg
first stand-alone design magazine,
is "out & about" .....
at news stands everywhere today!!!

This "must-have forever" publication by design genius
is subtitled
"A Resource Guide & Dream Book" .......
& that's exactly what it is!!!

Beautifully designed, edited, photographed, and written ...
the magazine features fabulous NYC interiors, 
including design guru's 
never before published,
stunning Olympic Tower aerie!!!!

In addition, 
there is a fantastic guide to New York's best kept "secrets" ......
over 1000 of the them .....
including paint shops, tile suppliers, window washers, 
contractors, designers & more!!!

Run out .... 
get your copy & pick your favorite cover ....
there are 4 of them,
each with a different color paint can!!!!

I must admit I have all four 'cuz, 
I know this is really a "supreme collectable"
and the ultimate
"accessorator's accessoration"!!!

Paola Navone "Accessorates" Merci, Paris In Milan!!!

April 17, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_2606M.jpg
IMG_2616M.jpg
IMG_2608M.jpg
IMG_2607M.jpg

IMG_2625M.jpg
IMG_2624.Mjpg.jpg
IMG_2622M.jpg

IMG_2650M.jpg
IMG_2632M.jpg
IMG_2637.jpg
IMG_2641M.jpg

IMG_2640M.jpg
IMG_2642M.jpg
IMG_2639M.jpg
IMG_2644M.jpg
IMG_2643M.jpg

IMG-2638M.jpg
IMG_2649.jpg
One of my favorite designers
has become the "accesoartor" supreme 
for the Merci pop-up store 
that arrived in Milan yesterday ....
to be part of 

I adore Navone's bold combinations of 
black & white graphic designs!!!

They are a wonderful compliment 
to the merchandise selection
that the concept store Merci is know for!!!!
(see blog 11/11/09)

Domus ....... Inside Is An "Accessorator's Fantasty"!!!!

April 5, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_1418.jpg
IMG_1412DO.jpg
Thumbnail image for IMG_1421DO.jpg
IMG_1429DO.jpg
IMG_1414DO.jpg

IMG_1426DO.jpg
IMG_1413DO.jpg
IMG_1430DO.jpg
IMG_1427DO.jpg

Thumbnail image for IMG_1434DO.jpg
IMG_1437DO.jpg
IMG_1419.jpg
IMG_1441DO.jpg

IMG_1436DO.jpg
on West 44th St. in Hells Kitchen,
 is an "accessorator's" dream come true .....
from outside to in!!!

travel for one month every year, 
to countries that have included Afghanistan, 
Mexico, India, Vietnam, Peru, & Brazil,
filling their store with an international blend of
eclectic & inviting "goodies."

The collection includes an extraordinary assortment of 
textiles & tapestries, decorative pillows, ceramics, 
glassware, jewelry, soaps, toys,
and divine "potions, lotions, & oils," 
that soothe both body & soul!!!

The mix of products celebrate handcrafted items 
from artisan & artists worldwide, 
often focusing on
"equitable & sustainable environments."

is definitely a fantastic addition to 
the accessorator's "must-see" shopping guide!!!!

Domus ....... Outside Is An "Accessorator's Delight"!!!!

April 4, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_1407.jpg
IMG_1409.jpg
IMG_1408DO.jpg
This divine tree grows on West 44th Street in front of
an "accessorator's" dream!!!

have created this delightful store of goodies ....
located in Hells Kitchen,
it all begins with this "crocheted fantasy" out front!!!!

Tomorrow .......
 the "fabulousness" of what's inside!!!

Color Is Always My Favorite @ the NY Gift Show!!!!

February 1, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_0088.jpg
Even children can be "accessorator's supreme"!!!
Isn't this kids furniture from 
Little Nest sublime???
Modern classics inspired by the 
chicest mid-century designers ......
How can you resist?????

IMG_0124.jpg
Cordula Kehrer's "Bow Bins" 
at Areaware are still one of the 
most interesting products at the fair!!!
Made by the Aeta people, of the Phillpines, from 
sustainably harvested rattan,
their sales "gives back" to the community ......
and they look sooo chic too!!!!

IMG_0070G.jpg
IMG_0075.jpg
IMG_0076.jpg

Always a tabletop junkie .....
I found these fabulous cotton printed tablecloths 
& matching napkins at Funktion.
The cloths are available in two sizes,
60" x 60" & 72" x 90".
I often mix up my dish patterns & 
I think I might mix up the napkin patterns too!!!
Trés chci!!!!

IMG_0126.jpg
My friend Jackie Shapiro uses her spectacular eye 
 for pattern & color 
to add innovative products to her 
French Bull collection.
These new reusable coffee mugs 
elevate "take-out" coffee to a new level!!!
 
IMG_0151.jpg
IMG_0147.jpg
IMG_0149.jpg
Another old favorite of mine, 
these hand embroidered 'location pillows"
from Cat Studio looked very fresh again this week!!!!
Maybe they have crossed over into the new category .......
"accessorator classics"!!!!

IMG_0132.jpg
San Francisco based Lunares, owned by Nima Oberoi, 
is one of the most "color infused" 
home collections at the NY Gift Show!!!
I love these "ice cream pints" & ordered every color ...
one for each of my favorite ice cream flavors!!!
And how divine are the individual scoops
that are attached to each pint!!! 

IMG_0167.jpg
As usual candles were everywhere ....
but "la chiens" from Bougies la Française
were the sweetest puppies I met!!!
What a match ....
puppies + candles + great color = Spring 2012!!!!
So on trend!!!!

Seletti's "Delicious Dishware" @ Maison Object!!!!

January 23, 2012 8:30 AM

CTRLZAK-studio-for-Seletti-1a.jpg
CTRLZAK-studio-for-Seletti-2.jpg
-CTRLZAK-studio-for-Seletti-8.jpg
CTRLZAK-studio-for-Seletti-3.jpg
CTRLZAK-studio-for-Seletti-top11.jpg
has designed this stunning collection of 
"hybrid tableware" for
one of my favorite Italian design companies!!!! 
(see blog 1/15/10, 2/3/10, 2/4/11)

Each piece appears to be split in half ......
One side has traditional Chinese porcelain designs,
while the other has classic European patterns.

Cast as a single bone china object, 
this commercial collection
blending the aesthetics of the east & west,
is based on a one-off project that Seletti had done previously.

I adore these dishes .....
they are an "accessoration supreme,"
that will soon be found in my china cupboard!!! 

"Ethnic Accessorations" @ Orient 499, Beirut!!!

January 11, 2012 8:30 AM

IMG_1415.jpg
IMG_1388.jpg
IMG_1384.jpg

IMG_1390.jpg
IMG_1397.jpg
IMG_1398.jpg
IMG_1400.jpg

IMG_1392.jpg
IMG_1401.jpg
IMG_1408.jpg
IMG_1394.jpg
IMG_1410.jpg

IMG_1406.jpg
IMG_1417.jpg
Combing traditional taste & a modern sensibility 
is the design dictum at
Frank Luca & Aida Kawas's divine Beirut boutique

Featuring antique and modern furniture, clothing, 
& accessories from Lebanon ...... 
as well as Turkey, Syria, and Morocco,
this delightful Middle Eastern bazaar is a must see!!!

I adored all of the mother-of-pearl furniture,
as well as the multi-color patch vintage rugs ......
but, the Lebanese "Gingerbread Men" 
were my Christmas gift de jour!!!!

A real hit!!!!!!

The Ultimate "Accessoration" Book ....... DISH!!!!

October 25, 2011 9:00 AM

Book Jacket.jpg
Shax Riegler, features editor at House Beautiful,
has written the most delicious book .... 
DISH 813  Colorful,Wonderful Dinner Plates.

I am know to love a good dish .... 
whether a dinner plate or a bit of gossip!!!!

And DISH includes intrigues and innovations of manufacturers 
from Meissen & Sévres to Fiestaware & Lenox ...... 
as well as pictures of gorgeous plates!!!

DISH already has a place of honor in my bookcase ..... 
and is a major "must have" for every "accessorator supreme"!!!! 

It's a great Christmas gift too!!!!
  Next
« Table | Home | Archives | Travel »

Topics

Subscribe

Enter your email address:

Archives


Links