Wedding season is a busy time filled with excitement and anticipation, and bridesmaid gifts are great keepsakes to remind your closest girlfriends how much you appreciate them.

Designed by French designer Andree Putman, Christofle’s elegant silverplated Vertigo tray is perfect for jewelry, keys, and cards.

In bronze-finished alloy, this architectural vase from Nambe adds a contemporary twist to any room.

With stunning wedge cuts and leaf patterns, Waterford’s crystal picture frames bring a radiant glow to the memories you display inside.

In vibrant hues inspired by Turkish Rugs, this Fresco Towels tote bag is a great gift that can be used over and over again.

Exuding light and warmth, NEST’s Beach Scented Candle has a fresh, tropical fragrance that makes any room feel like an exotic getaway.

In rich blues and greens, Pine Cone Hill’s whimsical wool scarf will remind bridesmaids of your friendship every time they wear it.

With nature and color as Daum’s inspiration, the classic elegance of this Arum perfume bottle adds beauty and refinement to any woman’s home.

 

 

Browsing on the site Discover & Deliver, I came across the dreamy Grace Santorini hotel and these very cool Acapulco Chairs. Based on traditional Mayan hammock weaving they were originally produced in the 1950s. The mod vinyl chairs are available in 20 colors and are some of the grooviest outdoor chairs I’ve seen.    The Acapulco Chair    The 21-room […]

Wedding season is a busy time filled with excitement and anticipation. At a time when family and friends all come together to celebrate, groomsmen gifts are great keepsakes that will always remind your best friends how much you appreciate them.

Not just an ordinary timepiece, the sinuous shape of this Nambe Flame Clock gives a modern touch to a desktop or bedside.

A work of art for the desk, this Gecko Magnifying Glass is an exquisite detail for the office or the home.

A small but special gift, these Natural Bone-on-Wood Dice add whimsy to any game night.

For both practical and decorative purposes, this Cheese Board and Knife Set is perfect for the budding gourmet.

Made with a naturally shed stag antler, this unique English Beer Mug is a conversation starter to use time and time again.

The sophisticated Moser Bar Shot Glasses will make every bar sparkle.

Inspired by the shape of a Champagne bubble, Christofle’s Bottle Opener combines simplicity and masculinity into an elegant design.

And who wouldn’t appreciate Graphic Image’s American Bar, filled with over 500 drink recipes?

For more groomsmen gift ideas, visit Gracious Style.

Set in New York at the height of the 1920s, “The Great Gatsby” embodies the height of sophisticated living. Combining economic prosperity with the popularity of Art Deco and the uproar against prohibition, the home became a center for exhibiting wealth and taste, as well as entertaining. As a member of the elite, Jay Gatsby hosts the most extravagant parties to display the finest in modern luxury.

Here’s how to get the look at home:

These bold and intricate table linens from Le Jacquard Francais showcase the rich color and lavish decoration characteristic of the Roaring ’20s.

Combining geometric designs with exquisite bead work, Kim Seybert’s table runner livens a dining room with both its elegant color and silhouette.

Inspired by the artisans of Venice, the stunning gold designs on this L’Objet Pour Fortuny dinnerware are as ornate as the textiles of designer Mariano Fortuny.

The vibrant Topaz hue and complex glass cut of Moser’s Cubism Double Old Fashioned Glasses bring the flair of Art Deco to any bar.

Epitomizing luxury, Christofle’s water pitcher has an intricate pattern of inlaid gold that brings elegance and glamour to your table.

In a glistening metallic pattern, Waylande Gregory’s mosaic bath accessories add sophistication and charm to your bathroom.

With beautiful embroidered detail, Anali Needlework’s soft, luxurious Italian sateen bedding is the perfect indulgence in both comfort and style.

As one of the most gracious towns in the south, Charleston is a dream come true for the antiques aficionado and the design-savvy shopper.   From the elegant town houses on the Battery to the grandeur of the outlying plantations, inspiration can be found everywhere.

Luckily for us, the design team at oomph has created a new collection inspired by this extraordinary city, and every piece can be custom finished in sixteen different lacquered colors!

The Charleston Side Table combines traditional Chippendale elements with a modern pop of color.

It makes a perfect companion for the Charleston Coffee Table.

Beautifully detailed, the Charleston Mirror is a traditional Chippendale mirror with a chic twist of oomph.  Use alone or in pairs.

To see the entire oomph collection, click here.

A knife edge is a seam without a decorative finish. It tapers to sharp, crisp edges and corners, creating a very simple, clean, polished look.

 

A welted edge also tapers, but it includes a piping or some other type of decorative border or trim.

To view our entire selection of throw pillows, click here.

The editors at House Beautiful have “the last words” on stylish outdoor entertaining, and they loved our Nymphee Peche Rosee tablecloth by Garnier Thiebaut.

We love the elegance of the muted colors mixed with earth tones…and the slightly boho touch!

Get the look:

Is your calendar full of weddings this summer?  If so, we’ve got you covered with a great selection of gifts they’re sure to love.

For the sailor: Inspired by the sea, these embroidered napkins are essential for entertaining at a beach house or on a yacht.

For the entertainer: These whimsical cheese picks are a great gift for newlyweds who love entertaining.

For the at-home bartender: In a set of six vibrant hues, these Moser shot glasses brighten any bar.

For the romantic: A Karim Rashid masterpiece, Nambe’s intertwining candlestick set is a toast to two sweethearts joining to create a new life together.

For the beach-goer: This vibrant Fresco Beach Towel is ideal for a tropical honeymoon, or a day trip to the beach.

For the adventurer: This chrome-foil-finish book, full of the most memorable cars in the world, is ideal for daring newly-weds.

For the traveler: This leopard cashmere travel set is perfect for a summer honeymoon, but will last for all seasons and destinations.

For the nostalgic: This ornate picture frame by L’Objet is the perfect way to keep memories of their special day to treasure for years to come.

For the decorator: Great for the cozy couple, this welcoming loveseat makes any room feel more like home.

For the collector: A perfect addition to home decor, this timeless clockpiece comes in two finishes and can be hung in any room in the house.

Lastra, Vietri’s first Italian stoneware collection, is not only durable, chip-resistant, and safe for use in the oven, microwave, freezer and dishwasher – it also has an interesting history.

Italian for “strap”, Lastra is inspired by the rustic wooden straps used as cheese molds in Italy for centuries. The darkness around the edges of each piece is reminiscent of the ash that was dusted over the cheese in order to preserve it.

Each piece of Lastra gets the same loving attention as an artisanal cheese – formed by hand, fired at a high temperature, and hand-glazed.

The simple lines and elegant colors of Lastra make it a popular collection that works equally well in a formal or casual setting. Like a fine cheese, Lastra will get better with age!

Lastra is available in white or gray.

Have you ever wondered about Extra-Long Twin Beds?  If you have, here’s a little primer.

The most common standard bed sizes in America are:

Twin (39″ x 75”)

Twin XL (39″ x 80”)

Full (54″ x 75”)

Queen (60″ x 80”)

King (78″ x 80”)

California King (72″ x 84”)

A regular Twin mattress is the same length as a Full mattress. The Twin XL is 5” longer – the same length as the Queen and the King. If fact, some people push two Twin XLs together to form a King. This is useful for homes with tight staircases that may not be able to maneuver a true King into place. It also allows for varying firmness on each side while allowing for the rotation of the mattresses, minimizing the problem of sagging in the middle.

The Twin XL offers more room through the extra length, perfect for a taller individual that may have trouble sleeping in a regular twin.

The Twin XL is good alternative for cramped living spaces that are too small for a Queen or a King. It is almost universally used in college dorms, in order to accommodate a variety of different body types.

The “Twin” bed is so named because it was originally designed to be placed side by side, allowing two individuals to sleep more comfortably in the same room. Today, Twin beds are often used in children’s and guest bedrooms.

Unfortunately, luxury Twin XL bed linens are not always that easy to find. We carry several Twin XL fitted sheets from Sferra’s most popular basics – Celeste, Fiona, Giotto, and Grande Hotel. They are available in White or Ivory.