NYIGF: VINTAGE IS ALWAYS IN VOGUE!

There are a few summer days that slip by with peaceful idleness and then those that seem to be crammed with events from morning to night: such was the entire last week for me!  I'm not complaining-in fact, I had so much fun that the exhaustion didn't catch up with me until today when I finally had a moment to reflect on the events of the past week.  

I had the good fortune to meet up with Pamela from Red Ticking at my home in the Hamptons for a quick iced tea on her way out to Montauk.  If you haven't visited Pamela's site-you must-it's filled with lovely vintage fabrics, furniture and tabletop finds that are so beautiful. We had so much fun catching up that neither of us noticed that my dog had eaten an entire plate of Tate's oatmeal raisin cookies right under our noses! Thankfully, Dash has an iron stomach and we weren't very hungry.

Then it was off to the city for a day at the NY International Gift fair.  The show was packed with lots to see-I made my way through hundreds of vendor booths- Vintage inspired pieces were everywhere.I especially like the giant embroidered Geography Collection pillows by Catstudio.  Kitschy, cute and clever, these pillows are filled with bright iconic images and names of popular cities, all made in a cool retro design.

Sweet and whimsical designs for children from Sukie are perfect for the modern nursery.  I love the small, colorful ottoman's filled which feature hat wearing chickens and octopus.

 

 The British are back with these mod ball chairs from Room Service. I love the bright pink and orange Union Jack design but if you have a special design in mind, they will custom the piece for you. My daughter would love this chic piece in her bedroom!

 More tomorrow!

BUCK- THE TREND

   

Jeffrey Bilhuber's Prussian blue entrance hall features a pair of inviting chairs-their curled arms echo ram's horns. A carved wooden stag gracefully rests by the window. House Beautiful.

     Nature inspired decorative accessories add a distinct charm and softness to a room. Perhaps that's why the ubiquitous sea coral is such a popular accessory-placed on coffee tables and bookshelves, its organic form carries an exceptional and unique beauty.
     But if you're tired of sea-inspired decor, a closer look at the Aspen Chic essential, deer antlers, may be just what you've been searching for.  I must admit, I'm not one for the trophy hall or ski lodge look, unless, of course, it is a ski lodge. But recently I have noticed the use of naturally shed deer antlers in ways that are distinctive and quite beautiful. Whether it's a carved piece, faux or natural shed antlers, their unique delicacy brings an organic grace to your room. Here are some of my favorites-

 

Antique carved Chinese wooden deer with real antlers, Shanxi Region, circa 1930's, from Mecox Gardens.

 

Antique French mussel basket filled with deer antlers make an alluring tableau from Red Ticking. 

 

A deer antler chandelier takes center stage in Meg Braff's vibrant family room from House Beautiful.

 

This three tiered antler chandelier is elegant and dramatic from Mecox Gardens.

 

Deer antler tie-backs by Diane James home, subtle and stylish.

 

 Mirror, mirror on the wall....this one is sure to make a statement in your castle! From Mecox Gardens.

  

 

 

Yours and mine... These Arthur Court faux antler (aluminum) chairs can be found at 1st Dibs.

  

Watch your handles! Antler bike by Jenny Nordberg photo from design boom.