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13 Must-Haves for Your Home’s Nautical Theme With Memo Faraj
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.29.22 | Tam TranArtist and interior decorator, Memo Faraj, loves sourcing vintage decor and art. His home's style features nautical themes with over 100 pieces in his collection. But it's just one element of his style. See Memo's 13 top picks for a nautical inspired design aesthetic.
Continue ReadingI Do: Vintage Engagement Ring Do's & Dont's
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 02.04.22 | Courtney TannlerRomance is in the air. There’s no better time than the present to start thinking about popping the question. If you or someone you know is ready to propose, it's a great time to consider vintage engagement rings. Check out these do's and don'ts when shopping for vintage, antique, and heirloom engagement rings.
Continue ReadingIf You're Into High Fashion and Designer Accessories, You Need to See this Lifetime Collection of a Former Supermodel
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.08.21 | Jennifer VentrescaThroughout her acting and modeling career Kathy Speirs-Puccio collected, wore, and kept only the finest in designer fashion and accessories. Her passion for high design continued through the end of her life. In fact, her residence had full rooms dedicated to her clothing and fashion accessories. Take a look at the life and estate collection of Kathy Speirs-Puccio.
Continue ReadingDesigned & Handcrafted: The Incredible Estate of Thomas ("Tom") William Astle
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 05.20.21 | Jennifer VentrescaWe L-O-V-E time capsule estates especially when the estate is a true MCM marvel designed and filled with objects designed and handcrafted by those same owners. We hope you enjoy this one of a kind insight about the people behind and amazing collection.
Continue ReadingBlack Diamonds ... Oh, So Unique
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.24.21 | Susan LeeperLast week, we focused on all the fabulous shades of colored diamonds (brown, yellow, green, blue, red, pink, and purple). This week, our gemologist, Susan Leeper, brings us the glamour, allure, and extraordinary timelessness of the black diamond....
Continue ReadingBe Inspired by the Historic Le Cirque to Add Elements of Whimsy & Bold Design
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 04.20.21 | Jennifer VentrescaThousands of celebrity chefs, a-listers, glitterati, and foodies have stood in the iconic NYC eatery, Le Cirque, from the time restauranteur Sirio Maccioni first introduced the establishment through its various moves throughout the city. Inspired by Le Cirques' over-the-top decor, one interior designer shares some tips on how you can introduce elements of bold color and whimsy into your home. Read more...
Continue ReadingColored Diamonds of April ... Oh, So Pretty
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.15.21 | Susan LeeperWho says diamonds should be white? Did you know that diamonds come naturally in a wide array of colors and hues ranging from the most common -- browns -- to the extraordinarily rare red diamond? Since the diamond is April's birthstone, we are celebrating the mighty diamond.
Continue ReadingJewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer VentrescaLarge. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.
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