23Nov

Introducing Julie and Ev

I am very excited to announce the creation of a long term project I have been working on: an online store focused on bringing artisanal craftsmanship crated from around the globe to your door. Julie and Ev.

Julie and Ev premium tabletop and home decor — A Autumnal Inspired table featuring our Geranium Leaf plate, French Laguiole flatware, rattan wrapped tumbler and many other beauties.

Launched only weeks ago after months of preparation, our own “Julie & Ev” online shop julieandev.com offers high-end, affordable, specially curated tabletops, homeware, linens, vases, centerpieces and decorative items. The overwhelming interest in the store has kept us very busy since then and we would like to thank you all for your support and interest!

24Feb

Favorite and Latest Rattan Pieces Round-Up

rattan daybed, suzanne kasler, kips bay decorators showhouse — A Rattan daybed by Atelier Vime used by Suzanne Kasler for this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House in Palm Beach. Photo by Douglas Friedman

We can all appreciate the natural and organic texture of rattan. Rattan pieces are more available than ever before. From lighting fixtures to fashionable summer bags made of the natural material. Catching up with its popularity, companies are coming up with more and more rattan products and due to the nature and simplicity of the material, it facilitates for reasonably priced decorative pieces. Although I mostly prefer the charm of vintage rattan pieces instead of new ones, I appreciate the variety and abundance of rattan products available today.

26Aug

Trending Now: Abaca Rugs

If you haven’t gotten caught up with the increasing trend of abaca rugs, then today you will. Ideal for coastal design, we can see this natural-fiber rug in urban homes as well as in country homes nowadays. Abaca also called Musa, or Manila Hemp comes from an inedible banana plant that grows in the Philippines. The very versatile plant can be used for everything from plates to paper to roofing. The fibers of this plant are super durable and strong, making them thicker, but also softer than sisal, making them super cozy and elegant as well.

abaca rug, costal design, Amanda Lindroth

Many beautiful elements are in this coastal design room, but the Borobudur abaca rug makes the most substantial impact. Design by Amanda Lindroth.

02Aug

This Bag Will Make You Look Old Money Expensive For Less

As I have mentioned before many accessory companies think they are Hermes as their prices are way too pretentious. I think I came up with the solution for that, we all want to look stylish but without being fooled. So until we have the extra cash to spend on a Kelly, the answer is to go au naturel or maybe just classic boho. You see, these straw or wicker bags don’t just send a feeling of forever summer, but they are also super feminine, and they are highly Instagrammable.

straw bags, jane birkin with wicker bag and baby

Straw bags are as classic as a bag can be and lately, they have been elevated in style, from unusual shapes to the use of appliques, wicker bags are the alternative to looking stylish and yes, classic as well.

wicker bag

09Jan

Biscuit Bedding: Things We Love

I would say that the ultimate luxury is to have a full night sleep, furthermore, to sleep in a bed with soft, luxurious, and beautiful bedding. I first learned about Biscuit bedding when I saw the chic bedding at AD just recently. I couldn’t help but love the brand’s modern take on the traditional. In 2012 Bailey McCarthy realized through her design work that there was a lack of heirloom quality bedding for her generation. She created Biscuit as a brand that would fill this space by designing and selling luxury bedding with fun designer prints, keeping the process rooted in the tradition of the south and manufactured in the USA.

Above, one of the bedrooms at Bailey McCarthy’s home, outfitted with Biscuit bedding. The home was designed by Miles Redd. Photo by Trevor Tondro via AD.

Two of Biscuit bedding print collection

03Dec

Home Bar Essential Tools: Raise The Bar

home bar essential tools, ram horn wine bottle rest

It’s time to spruce your home bar with one of these home bar essential tools and accessories. Now that the party season has started, that special area where you keep the fun fuel, aka alcohol and spirits requires some love and attention. All these bar essentials are not only necessary but also beautiful.

Impress your guest with this beautiful Midcentury Vogue blue Persian cocktail set with shaker available here.

Category: Accessories

Introducing Julie and Ev

Favorite and Latest Rattan Pieces Round-Up

Trending Now: Abaca Rugs

This Bag Will Make You Look Old Money Expensive For Less

Biscuit Bedding: Things We Love

Home Bar Essential Tools: Raise The Bar

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