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Designer sale update

diane — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:38:47 +0000

Due to popular demand we have changed the dates for the Designer Sale to: Friday 16th & Saturday 17th… So that no one misses out!

Doors open at 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Address:
24 Rokeby Street
COLLINGWOOD VIC 3066
9015-7227

Unfortunately we will not be selling online.

Adore Home – New York issue

diane — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 11:35:50 +0000

Many thanks to Adore Home online magazine for featuring an article by yours truly in its fabulous New York issue, out now. Following my recent buying trip, I’ve shared some of my favourite spots to visit while in the Big Apple. Adore Home is celebrating its first birthday this issue too, so a big hip hooray is definitely in order!

Lonny’s two year anniversary

diane — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:24:21 +0000

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…

Estate Sales

diane — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:58:38 +0000

People always ask me if I get home sick and what I miss most. The obvious of course… Friends & family, The D&D building, Ruben sandwiches.But something I really miss is rummaging around a good Estate sale. My friend Sarah and I would study the Friday New York Times Estate Sale/ Yard Sale listings and strategically outline our plan of attack. It’s very important to arrive early to the sale that you think will be a winner, and proceed to the next one on your list. Some of my most treasured finds are from these sales, and somehow the hunt is part of what makes them special.

Santa baby…

diane — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 02:45:24 +0000

There have been some really beautiful holiday gift guides and wish lists out in blog-land over the past week (Shelter, Chinoiserie Chic, StyleBeat, Elements of Style, to name a few) and I’ve been feasting my eyes on all the fabulous and stylish gifts that have been picked out.

Here are a few of my last minute suggestions for gifts for the stylish ladies in your life (or for yourself, of course)… let’s hope Santa reads blogs!

You know you want to….

diane — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 04:16:57 +0000

There’s only a few days left of our fabulous tag sale…and we’ve slashed the prices!

From now until 14th December there will be 20% off EVERY purchase. To receive the discount enter the code MUSTHAVE on checkout. With such great reductions, there’s never been a better reason to buy something beautiful for your home.

Let it snow…

diane — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 06:57:12 +0000

Even though it’s the middle of summer in Australia, I can’t help but associate the holiday season with snow and wintery scenes…. Ice skating at the Rockerfeller Centre, the hush of city streets blanketed in snow, roaring fires and cosying up in cashmere… what’s not to like? For those of you in the northern hemisphere and in the midst of winter right now, we’re thinking of you!

We’re loving these pretty images from the Tiffany& Co. ad campaign which sum up the romance of the season perfectly.

Get out of town

diane — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 02:20:31 +0000

It’s been a very busy week here with the launch of our tag sale and a big push to get client projects finished before Christmas… it’s been go go go! We’ve got another busy couple of weeks ahead of us before the holidays start so I’m taking some time out this weekend to re-charge the batteries for just a couple of days before the final stretch! The car’s all packed up & I’m heading out to our place in the countryside just as soon as I possibly can…

Hope you all have a lovely weekend!

J’adore Adore

diane — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 06:45:32 +0000

Thanks to Adore for mentioning our tag sale which we launched on our website today. The Madeline Weinrib ikat upholstered Louis chairs are attracting a lot of attention… but there are plenty of other delicious goodies on there too, so to take a look!

Congratulations to Adore on their beautiful 2nd issue.

The Perfect Diary!

diane — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 09:46:52 +0000

As my obsession with paper goods doesn’t end with holiday cards, I’ve begun my search for the perfect diary. Nothing makes me feel more on top of things than a morning glance at my well-planned day. I know, I know, I have electronic calendar on my iPhone and my laptop. But something about a candy-coloured, leather-bound book can really make my day every time I look at it.

I’ve gone through quite a few diaries, and I’m getting a pretty good idea of what to look for.

For the upcoming year, I was looking at three different diaries:

Kate Spade – While the illustrations are gorgeous, I’ve had a diaries with spiral binders before, and they didn’t really work for me. They were a bit too large for my bag, and the pages often fell out.

Smythson – The leather is beautiful, and of course, monogramming is always a plus for me, but this diary was out of my price range.

Debrett’s – I was attracted to the leather cover, and all the goodies included: A shopping directory, travel info and guides to fitness, music, and websites. I ordered it two weeks ago, and it arrived today (all the way from London!). It turned out to be even better than I expected.

I also bought the Debrett’s Etiquette for Girls, and I’m looking forward to flipping through it tonight.