Tag Archives: Accessories

Friday Post: Bath Accessories

November 15, 2012

This photo was featured in House Beautiful Magazine.Slideshow

I was attracted to this image for several reasons.  I am a proponent of a small collection to personalize any space but especially the bath. A great way to make small and seemingly insignificant objects seem important is to corral them all together on a tray.  The lovely Elsa Peretti silver bean, an ivory container with a silver overlay monogram, several small silver boxes and a clock make this a delightful arrangement and one that can be altered easily as the collection expands. It probably would not be hard to find similar objects in your home and create your own tableau.

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Classic with a Twist

November 7, 2012

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New York architect, Thierry Despont, is a classicist with a twist. In his own bath he selected aggressive black/gray and white marble for texture and pattern. The flat black counter creates a calm oasis in the midst of the active material on the wall. Carefully chosen accessories, neatly corralled on trays, keep the space tidy and functional. A magnifying mirror a must, so is a clock and an attractive tissue holder. The unusual lights and appropriate Deco Astoria lavatory faucet complete is elegant and very decorative space.

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Great Color in the Bath

November 7, 2012

As seen in Elle Decor, OctoberSlideshow

There is so much to like about this bath. The sink is installed on beautifully shaped metal legs with integral towel bars instead of the usual pedestal. This gives the ceramic basin a lightness that is proportionate for the narrow space. The mirrored back wall adds depth which appears to increase the size of the room. Natural light is a huge bonus and the tailored Roman shade is just the right treatment for the door; a linen fabric with a narrow stripe accentuates the verticality of the room. Brass shelves are an inspired touch, adding the idea of mixed finishes. They are practical as well, providing a place to display beautiful collections of objects and storage for elegant monogrammed towels.

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Holiday Gift Giving

November 5, 2012

These open weave baskets made of the dried stalks of the Water Hyacinth plant are hand woven by skilled craftsmen. Their durable leather handles make them the perfect container for carrying laundry or towels to the beach. The smaller containers are great in the kitchen.Slideshow

I agonize for weeks to find just the right gifts for family and friends, colleagues and business associates. The children in my family are easy, especially the girls (clothes for all), and I can usually find just the right accessory for adult family members by visiting one of my favorite antiques shops, George Champion Modern in Woodbury, CT or calling the extraordinary bookshop in LA, Lead Apron. But, hostess and good friend gifts give me the most angst. I try to be not too clever or deliver anything too ubiquitous. An ordinary bottle of wine won’t do nor will a box of chocolates, even if they are hand made. So I decided to to thoroughly explore the Waterworks assortment to find five thank you gifts to deliver to friends who have been by my side during this year that had a number of challenges. From a gay couple to an older single woman with funky taste to a very conservative couple, I have been able to find just the right degree of sentiment for each. I hope that my selection helps you in your search for the “perfect” gift.

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