Caitlin McGauley for Rubie Green
To celebrate the launch of Lonny’s two year anniversary, Michelle Adams joined me on a trip to the Dixie Highway for three days of sun and antiquing! Today was day one, and we’ve rounded up everything from burlwood chests to crystal obelisks! Stay tuned for more…
I’ve arrived in New York for a buying trip (which will also include West Palm Beach) and I’ll be filling a container with one-off treasures. While here I’m staying at the Gramercy Park Hotel and with the wonderful Michelle Adams of Lonny mag. The Gramercy Park Hotel is, in a word, spectacular – Bohemian beauty in a truly contemporary context – and a far cry from the neutral tones you find in most luxury hotels. The GPH also has the most incredible collection of art, with works from Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst and George Condo to name just a few. You can view them here at www.artgph.com.
Just had breakfast and coffee in Gramercy Park, a private garden that’s accessible only by key (the hotel lent me theirs!). Serene, sunny and sublimely quiet, the park is the perfect place to kick back with an almond croissant, an espresso and a copy of the Times. Gramercy Park was created by visionary developer Samuel Ruggles, who wanted to create an oasis amid the hustle and bustle of the city. A walk along its paths reveals some of NYC’s architectural gems, including The Player’s Club, the Gothic revival National Arts Club, the Stuyvesant Fish House and 36 Gramercy Park East, a stunning neo-Gothic structure.
36 Gramercy Park
Aman & Carson Elle decor
Ashley Putnam Lonny
Christopher Maya HB
David Lawrence HB
Ellie Somerville Lonny
Gary McBournie HB
Jonathan Adler HB
Miles Redd HB
Milly de Cabrol HB
Toby Fairly HouseBeautiful
Tom Scheerer HB
Q: What’s red & shiny, and to die for?
A: So many things!
I’m not sure why, but there’s something about shiny & red that really works. I think it’s glamorous and sexy, bold and beautiful. As if scarlet red wasn’t sexy enough, with a coat of shine on it, it’s just irresistible! Think Chanel nail polish in midnight red, scarlet lipstick, Louboutin soles, slick red sportscars… you get the picture!
Chanel nail polish
There have been some stunning shots of interiors featuring red lacquered walls published in numerous magazines over recent years, and I must say that I continue to love the look. Beautiful!
Ruthie Sommers
Sabine coffee table
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