Back in August, style Editor Cameron MacNeil as well as I got the swell chance to jet off to new York City for a few days to inspect out all things stylish in the huge Apple. understood as a hot bed for style divas, I understood I’d discover all the motivation I needed to churn out a year’s worth of stories at H&H. The motivation began with a stunning skyline view from our hotel.
As well as schlepping our method with the new York worldwide gift fair to comb for concepts in behalf of you, our cherished readers, Cameron as well as I definitely got our shop on! In most cases, new York is anything however cheap, however you understand me — I discover motivation everywhere. If you want to produce the best, advanced diy out there, you requirement to understand what’s in style at the top. You’ve got to train your eye to appreciate the best, as well as then equate those principles on an attainable scale. For this, you’ve gotta shop! window shop that is.
First stop: Bergdorf’s. This top-tier department store is the go-to mecca for tastemakers like Aerin Lauder, Deborah Needleman as well as Kelly Wearstler. In fact, Bergdorf Goodman’s top floor features a shop designed by Wearstler including her over-the-top baubles as well as a devastatingly elegant restaurant for socialites to munch on tea sandwiches.
Outside Bergdorf’s. inspect out the locals: The one with the hat doesn’t want to be snapped by the paparazzi as well as the one in pink — I heart me?! Oh, new York. fave Bergdorf items? D. Porthault linens as well as all of that glorious tabletop.
Bloomingdale’s was fun (a bit underwhelming though).
An under-construction Hermès, wrapped up like a veeeeeeery pricey present. I may or may not have saved a bit iconic Hermès ribbon from a picture shoot when that I may or may not take out as well as pet every now as well as then. fave Hermès piece? These luscious glazed plates:
The Ralph Lauren mansion was a drop-dead gorgeous idea store merchandized so theatrically, it transports you to one more world full of cowboys as well as Indians, yacht clubs as well as Art Deco lairs. This is Cameron entering Ralph’s dreamy shop of Americana decadence.
Kate Spade is always an motivation as well as so new York, don’t you think? Her Soho shop (below) was full of flirty fashion as well as tasteful mementos. I always like her stationery.
A bit fashion detour in the Meatpacking district — Diane Von Furstenberg. indeed all you fans of The Hills/The City — where Whitney as well as Olivia duked it out as well as Carrie Bradshaw shopped in SATC.
The legendary ABC Carpet & Home. bring whatever from chateau-worthy antiques to mid-century contemporary teak, plus oodles of the most great accessories.
Kiddy-corner to ABC was Fishs Eddy — a more budget-conscious emporium of all things tabletop. From vintage restaurant dishes to jadeite cake pedestals, there was almost as well much to buy! I had to tame my ravenous methods since I had a teeny small carry-on bag to believe of. fave pieces? Restaurant-style plates:
Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m a bit obsessed with Thomas O’Brien these days. whatever he makes, whatever he designs, I seem to go gaga for. His store Aero was definitely a highlight. Cameron liked it too, can’t you tell? fave Aero item? This TOB designed secretary desk from Hickory Chair:
And on to one more present love: John Derian Company.
I’ve got a new story up my sleeve that is heavily influenced by John’s timeworn aesthetic. His store was to die for as well as he was extremely lovely too! fave item? The decoupage paperweights. I really purchased this one!
Beyond new York’s buying there’s the food! Cafés, restaurants as well as hotels are always a source of concepts for me.
This café was at the foot of a hotel near ours. Why people don’t do this instead of those awful inexpensive patio sets is beyond me.
We had lunch at La Bottega, the time-warped eatery at The Maritime hotel in the Meatpacking District. I’m telling you, I was expecting Don Draper to walk with the door. next trip to new York I’m going to try to stay here. I believe I was weak in the knees over this place. So authentically stylish!
Finally a bit vintage appeal at this adorable bakery just down the street from DVF. I loved the vintage wallpaper almost as much as I loved my cupcake.
Now that’s affordable taste.
For more new York buying inspiration, inspect out Kimberley Brown’s Ochre picks.
Photo credits:1-4. Michael Penney5. D. Porthault linens, from Elle Decor6. L’Objet Tabriz dinnerware, from Bergdorf Goodman7-8. Michael Penney9. Hermès porcelain plates, from Cococozy blog10-11. Michael Penney12. Kate Spade engraved traditional pink correspondence cards, from Crane & Co.13-14. Michael Penney15. ABC Carpet & house colour reformed rug, from Lime Light blog16. Michael Penney17. Fishs Eddy Manhattan Blue Plates18. Michael Penney19. Thomas O’Brien secretary desk from Hickory Chair20. Michael Penney21. John Derian Bird On Branch glass oval paperweight22-27. Michael Penney