All things beach- and pool-related are in right now, as summer is upon us. It’s no surprise that Fresco Towels are getting some attention. Fresco’s “fresh summer style” is featured in July’s issue of Architectural Digest:

We just love the new soft colors of these towels in the Venetian Brocade pattern. They are available in Grey/Lime, Grey/Lemon, Sky/Mint, and Strawberry/Sand.

See all of our Fresco Bath Towels and Beach Towels.

Bungalow 5’s Jacqui Coffee Table is a versatile mix of modern and traditional elements. It looks great in a variety of settings – even with a Moroccan-inspired ikat theme! This cozy bedroom seating area was featured in the May issue of House Beautiful: Read more

If you haven’t seen the April issue of Elle Decor yet, hurry to a newsstand! The issue is devoted to international design, a topic we’re very fond of here at Gracious Style. There are so many beautiful, exotic interiors with tips on how to add an international flair to your own decorating.
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2012 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese Zodiac, and to celebrate Traditional Home Magazine went wild with dragon themed accessories. Included in the roundup was one of our favorites, Blue Dragon Dinnerware by Mottahedeh:
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The March issue of House Beautiful is entirely devoted to the color green …

… and one of their favorite green items is Mottahedeh‘s Tea for Two ($340).  This set includes two tea cups, two saucers, a teapot and a sugar bowl, all stacked into a compact little sculpture:

As House Beautiful says, “Even if teatime is just a romantic dream, this stacking set will be eye candy on your kitchen shelf.”

We couldn’t agree more! Tea for Two will be available starting in April, but you can preorder sets now on our website. It comes in two colors, Apple Lace (shown above) and Cornflower Lace (pictured below with a medium fluted tray, not included.)

They are so pretty, they might just inspire you to relax and have some tea with a good friend.

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! If you still have leftover turkey, Lady Gaga (yes, the singer – she cooks, too!) has a yummy brunch idea for you.
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With holiday travel on the horizon, now is a great time to start thinking about how to make those long plane or car trips more comfortable.

A cozy throw blanket is a must-have, and the Marquetry Throw by Kelly Wearstler is a stylish and cozy companion. The editors at Virtuoso Life Magazine (the exclusive publication for top clients of the travel industry’s leading luxury travel network) agree:  the Marquetry Throw was featured in their September/October 2011 travel accessories guide:

The merino wool throw elegantly combines the organic with the luxurious. The abstract wood grain pattern brings movement to the design, even as it grounds it. A fringed border adds a touch of fun.

The Marquetry Throw Blanket is sold out in mandarin and slate, but it is still available in dove gray. It is 50 x 70 inches and $255. Each throw is delivered in a gift box – they make wonderful gifts for travelers, or anyone who loves stylish comfort.

Buy the Marquetry Throw Blanket online here.

Asian motifs are currently very trendy for interior design, so it’s no surprise that the editors of Elle Decor Magazine were smitten with Raynaud‘s new dinnerware, Constellation Dragon.
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Recently we spotted our Summer Salsa tablecloth in a Traditional Home feature, a beautiful garden setting. This showhouse in Washington, D.C. is a bit more formal. Designed by Basha White, the dining room features L’Objet’s Aegean Sculpted Gold Dinnerware. Read more

Our Summer Salsa Table Linens from Libeco Home were featured in this recent article in Traditional Home Magazine. The article has everything you need for a graceful Southern brunch in the garden, including tasty recipes for dishes, drinks and desserts.

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