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The Weekender: The Rubelli Story Lives On
On September 19th, 2012, Margaret Russell, Editor in Chief of Architectural Digest, Nicolo Favaretto Rubelli, CEO of Rubelli, and Andrea Favaretto Rubelli, CEO of Donghia, came together at the New York Showroom of Donghia to celebrate the brand new book, Rubelli: A Story of Silk in Venice. The book chronicled the rise of the Rubelli family and the company’s extraordinary textiles.Pictured: Matthew White, Giulio Capua, Vice President & Publisher, Margaret Russell, Andrea Favaretto, Rubelli and Nicolo Favaretto Rubelli
A portion of the evening’s book sales will benefit Save Venice Inc. More photos of the celebration can be found on our Facebook Page.
Margaret Russell with Chuck Chewning, Donghia Creative Director
Andrea Favaretto Rubelli, Donghia CEO, Margaret Russell, Nicolo Favaretto Rubelli, Rubelli CEO
Andrea Favaretto Rubelli, Carolyn Reed, VP Residential Sales, Donghia, Margaret Russell, Chuck Chewning and Nicolo Favaretto Rubelli
Matthew White, Chairman, Save Venice with Nicolo Favaretto RubelliPhotos courtesy Jude Domski - Architectural Digest, Christie's, Cote France, Essence, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Magazines, Ophrah, The Weekender, World of Interiors
The Weekender: The September Issues
How do I keep up with the latest trends from the world of Design, Fashion, to the Luxury Market? Not only does my head stays buried in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times during the week, but on the weekend, I like to indulge in some of the finest magazines like The World of Interiors, Good House Keeping, The Robb Report, Interior Design, Vanity Fair and many others. O The Oprah Magazine has long been one of the few magazines I’ve subscribed to over the years
The World of Interiors is a mind blowing, little gem of a design magazine. It stays ahead of its times,and truly one of the best around
From Paris to Provence, all of the “Cotes” by-monthly issues can often be found inside my tote bags.Christie’s started to send me their International Real Estates magazines, and quite frankly, it’s fast becoming a new favorite
America’s Darling: Architectural Digest is Numero Uno for many designers that I know. And the apparent reasons are written in every page
I believe Good Housekeeping has one of the largest subscribers, and month after month, I can see why that is. I’m asubscriber of their Indian (yes, that’s right) issue as well
There’s something exceedingly appealing about House Beautiful. America’s oldest decorating magazine carries many treasures and inspirations
What can I say? It’s Vogue Paris. It is avant garde, and always elegant
How Can You Drop Your Stress & Your Dress Size? Well, all you have to do is read the September issue of Essence,and you won’t have to worry about another thing – ever
What do I have on my bedside table at the moment? The September issue of Vanity Fair. And it’s lovely seeing the modern princess on the cover. For September, VF also came out with a supplemental issue on travel. Reading the section on The Palm Beach Lifestyle was truly riveting
Always tres chic. British Vogue is fast becoming a favorite
My friend Harry swears by this magazine.According to him, Elle Decoration is the brightest star for every well appointed home
Although I am most seriously displeased with the person on the cover of this issue, I must admit that the Fall Fashion issue ofNew York Magazine is pretty exciting. I’ve been subscribing to this one for as long as I can remember
Fashion Central: Vogue keeps it fresh, Vogue keeps it young, Vogue keeps it relevant
It’s interesting that many Interior Design Magazines are having celebrities on their covers more and more now.
Elle Decor is a dream magazine for so many, and the inspirations it contains are endless
Of course it’s one of my dreams to be on the cover of Town & Country Magazine.Isn’t it everyone’s dream?
W is a great big magazine full of Fashion sense and the latest news on Celebrity Culture.I can’t get enough of those two subjects
It’s great to see Zoe Saldana on the September issue of Gotham Magazine. Good for her. Good for GothamNOTE: Please notify us directly, if you believe that certain images on this post are alleged to infringe upon the copyrights of others, according to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Thank you. -
Top Picks from the 2012 Architectural Digest Show
Today I’m reflecting on the Architecture Digest Show that took place last week at Pier 94. Those types of fairs are informative, and excellent for product sourcing. But sadly, the AD Show have seen more misses than hits, over the years.
Left: In Memory and HopeAnd so it was a breath of fresh air, when I discovered a few vendors who were pushing the limits with innovative ideas, and designs. I loved the Rockwell’s Group’s table concept for DIFFA Dining by Design. It was simple and inviting, with this underlining theatrical effect to it. David Rockwell’s new textiles for Jim Thompson worked well with the playful, and dramatic surface of the table which was covered in a warm white wax.
The Rockwell Group 2012 Dining by Design for DIFFAPhotos courtesy Strohl & Co
WhimsyMark A. Perry Sculptor
Sculptural FormsContemporary Vases from artist Young Mi Kim, Cocobolo Design
Vibrant HuesLuxurious Qashqai blankets from D. Bryant Archie Textiles
Rio Hamilton from NeidermaierFall 2012 Furniture Collection
The Curator’s EyeRobert A.M. Stern Stern CollectionPhotos courtesy High End Weekly™Robert A.M. Stern‘s booth was beautifully curated, and brought to mind Maison Gerard’s gallery spaces. The furniture was offset by a gorgeous white-washed herringbone floor. I’m so glad that my friend Rio Hamilton from Neidermaier brought the booth to my attention! Speaking of Neidermaier, their furniture collection are always so stylish, and in accord with hospitality, and residential projects. Did I mention how chic they are? I’ve always been impressed with D. Brynat Archie‘s striking hand-made, vibrant, yet subdued, luxurious fabrics. Her new resort collection of 100% cotton fabrics, pillows, throws and bed covers reminds me of Marrakesh. How exotic! -
Sleep Solutions from Hästens
Admittedly Hästens beds are not for everyone. They’re obviously made for those who want the very best in life. Take their Vividus edition for example. Priced at $90,000, it is believed to be the most expensive bed in the world. A few weeks ago, I attended their opening party in Union Square, which was hosted by Architectural Digest; and one word struck me as I laid in the Hästens Vividus – nirvana.This “dreamboat” bed is the pinnacle of 160 years of handmade craftsmanship, and after returning to the location a week later, their intuitive and highly knowledgeable general manager, Alisha Hylton, explained, in great details, why Hastens beds are the most luxurious and exceptional beds in the world. First, they’re made of the finest natural materials, and second, they’re made exclusively done by hand. The company uses nothing but nature’s best materials – horsehair, flax, pine, wool, cotton, and down feathers. Yes the bed is obviously expensive, but price is one thing while value, and indispensable personal service is another.
The details of Hästens beds are exquisite and the designs are incredibly uniqueAfter crawling into several of their beds – from Medium, Firm to Soft, I left the showroom feeling refreshed, and can easily say that even though my kip down was temporary, my body felt like it just experienced a mini massage at the spa. The medium tension beds worked better on my physical structure, and at $35,000, I suppose it’s easier to justify, if one can afford that sort of price. After all, these are no ordinary objects to furnish your place with. The frames are amazingly strong and durable, and the Swedish company does not use a single screw or nail! The Union Square location is located at 876 Broadway, New York City. All are welcome to stop by, and test these phenomenal beds which are in themselves little works of art. Prices range from $5,600 to $90,000.NOTE: Please notify us directly, if you believe that certain images on this post are alleged to infringe upon the copyrights of others, according to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Thank you.