Tony Duquette
Lusting for Lavender and Emerald
Ever since seeing Million Dollar Decorators last week I am seriously lusting for lavender and emerald. This image above from Pinterest is the BOMB! Chanel and fur in lavender, and dash or emerald = DIVINE. Here is the Monika Chaing NYC boutique designed by the oh so talented Mary McDonald. Will I ever get enough of the Jim Thompson Tony Duquette (designed by my favorite Hutton Wilkinson) collection malachite fabric? The colors were a tad more vibrant on BRAVO. I hope to pop in this week when I am in the city for a real view. Fun Fact- Monika Chaing is the current girlfriend of Chris Burch (Brand genius behind C. Wonder) and ex...
Read MoreTony Duquette’s Dawnridge
Dawnridge This beautiful property was originally owned by Tony Duquette and his wife, Elizabeth. Hutton and Ruth Wilkinson bought the home and property from the estate in order to save and preserve the history of Dawnridge. Hutton had updated and redecorated the property over the years. You can see many of the original pictures in his books Tony Duquette and More is More in an exclusive box set. If you do not have them that are worth the investment. They are exquisite eye candy. You can reread them and find new wonderful objects each time. Hutton was so gracious to give us a tour of historic Dawnridge. I had trouble taking...
Read MoreRuth and Hutton’s Hideaway
I posted a few weeks ago about Hutton and Ruth Wilkinson's beautiful new home. I included all the pictures from the wonderful Harper's Bazaar article. I sent my post to Hutton whom I had met in Charlotte a few years back. I was so flattered to be invited to his home last Sunday for a Tea. It is a memory I will cherish. Hutton and Ruth were the most warm and gracious hosts. We snacked on homemade tea cakes and cookies. The tea was supplemented by divine Champagne. The glasses and serving pieces were all sublime, Wedgewood majolica and coral teacups. I was in heaven. Many of the fabrics, lighting, rugs and...
Read MoreHutton’s Hot Home from Harper’s Bazaar
The new issue of Harper's Bazaar just blew me away. First Gwyneth on the cover with a seriously beautiful and strong body, then the AMAZING home of Hutton Wilkinson. You can read the full article HERE. I had the pleasure of meeting this true gentleman in Charlotte a few years ago when he brought his fabulous jewelry to town for a trunk show and luncheon sponsored by Capitol. It was a real treat to peak into the world of opulence that he created with his business partner, Tony Duquette. His home is gorgeous. I adore the animal prints and all the color. I am in LOVE! Dear Hutton, I will be in LA in a few weeks. If you are in need of a visitor for a tour, I am...
Read MorePerfection
This photo sums up all that I LOVE. It is my version of perfection. Purple, Yellow, Orange, Gold, Silver, Animal Prints, Mirrors, Glitter, Sparkle…Tony Duquette was a genius and so is Hutton Wilkinson. What else can a girl need? "Chic, Chic, Chic" as Eloise would say. See all images via Vogue...
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