Flash Sale of the Day! Daily Deal from The Well Appointed House

Caned Sofa Flash Sale!
Ever so often we will list a daily deal - excess inventory that one of our vendors wants to off load to make space for new items.  The sales are for one day only and you must contact us directly at The Well Appointed House (our partner company) to purchase what is advertised. Email us here to arrange a purchase.  Sales ends today by 5 p.m.  No returns unless items arrived damaged due to shipping.

The Cane Back Sofa/Banquette has a custom lacquered "chalk" finish.  Double walled hand caning.  The cushion is a "Moonstone" linen/poly blend (dry clean, removable cushion cover).  "Luxe Fill Seat"  is down  wrapped foam.  Regular retail price is $3980.  Today's price is $2490 with shipping included.
*Very limited stock, first come first serve*

Curtains Flash Sale!
Today only.  These curtain panels are being cleared out to make room for new inventory.  They are 53"W x 112"Length.  Regular price $196 each $115 today.  No returns unless there is damage due to shipping.

                        

                     #1105 Orange Coral Curtain at Left                                      #1230 Frogs Curtain

                           #400 Shells Curtain                                                      #1305  Tarot Cards Curtain

                              #1500 Circus Curtain                                                         #555 Butterfly Curtain


Shop now!  Limited inventory.  Sale ends by 5 p.m. EST. Email us at customerservice@wellappointedhouse.com

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Jetsetting: London Summer Olympics

The London Olympic Games will be held this summer from July 27th to August 12th.  If you are considering attending the games, and want to do it in high style, check this out:

PlaneClear, the dynamic private aviation firm that has redefined standards in private jet travel, and elite travel company In ThKnow Experiences, have partnered to create an exclusive Olympics program. This alliance presents an opportunity to gain access to the most in-demand events in London during the competition. The luxury offering includes private jet transfer, accommodation at a highly sought after London property and choice seating to some of the most popular games at the Olympics.  We thought we would pass this along to those of you who are always up for traveling in style!

Seth Kaplan, Founder of In The Know Experiences said, “the London summer Olympics has become the most exclusive event of the year. With tickets to events and flights to the British Capital becoming increasingly difficult to obtain, this package offers access to a host of Olympics activities with elite experiential service being provided at every step of the way.”

For jet-setters sparing no expense on their Olympics travels, the five-night getaway to the heart of London begins with a private-jet transfer via PlaneClear.  Upon arrival, guests will be checked in to the brand new Belgraves, Thompson Hotel, the luxury hotel collection’s first exclusive foray into the European market. Located in the heart of Belgravia, the property blends traditional British hospitality with an American bohemian attitude.

Guests have the opportunity to choose from coveted tickets to Olympics sporting events, with a choice of either access to 3 events with the best seats possible or 5 events with second level seating. Options include swimming, diving, equestrian, water polo, gymnastics, shooting and more. To further enhance the Olympics experience, guests are invited to a prestigious Olympics Hospitality Tent for a day, with exquisite food, beverage and entertainment provided whilst mingling with celebrities, athletes and more in the VIP area.

Clients receive roundtrip airport transfers in a Mercedes S Class, or comparable vehicle, with a 24 hour onsite concierge that will be able to attend their every need. The program also includes leisure activities such as an exclusive invitation to a private celebrity event at the world famous Box Nightclub or Yacht Party.

The 5-night Luxury Olympics Package is available for departures on Thursday July 26th, Thursday August 2nd and Wednesday August 8th. Air-inclusive package rates start at $97,500 (wow), Challenger, Falcon, Gulfstream and Hawker aircraft available.  Not bad if you want to splurge!  Let us know if you are planning on attending the games this summer!

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Greetings from Venice!

Like many of you, I'm on summer break and have been tweeting a bit from Venice, Italy. I'll be posting some specifics of my travels in a few days, but in the interim, here are a few photos I snapped this week:
































That's me enjoying some art at the Guggenheim- what could be better?





Enjoying drinks and live music at Grancaffe Quadri at the Piazza San Marco.

Cocktails at Harry's Bar:



Cocktails at Hotel Cipriani:






I'll post about my visit to the Diana Vreeland exhibit shortly!
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Wildlife Conservation Society Gala 2012: The Coasts of Patagonia - Last Night at the Central Park Zoo

My husband and I were thrilled to be a part of the "Gala Leadership" for the Wildlife Conservation Society's 2012 benefit, held last night at the Central Park Zoo.   The theme of the evening was "The Coasts of Patagonia"and the evening's honoree was Dr. Steven Sanderson, President and CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society and Dr. Juan Carlos Castilla, Professor of Ecology at the Catholic University of Chile.   As if the hundreds of dapper men arriving in their own penguin suits wasn't charming enough, Preston Bailey and his team wowed guests with his Patagonia inspired centerpieces. The evening was magical as always, and included cocktails by the sea lions and dinner under the stars with the monkeys and polar bears.  The  evening was truly a celebration of WCS's commitment to conserving the natural beauty and ecological wealth along the coasts of Chile and Argentina.  Here are some photos supplied to me this morning by WCS:

Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

Me with friends Raleigh Leahy and Dave Lauren Cranston. Photo Guest of a Guest.

Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

 Photo Julie Larsen Maher, WCS

Gala leadership included C. Diane Christensen and Jean Pierret, Faith and Peter Coolidge, Katie and Peter Dolan, Gordon and Jill Dyal, Sunny and Brad Goldberg, Antonia and George Grumbach, Judith Hamilton, Carney and Melissa Hawks, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg Founation, Makena Capital Management, Coty Sidnam, Pamela and Renke Thye and Tiffany & Co.

Co-Chairs were Gillian Hearst Simonds and Christian Simonds, Darlene and Brian Heidtke, Sharon Kerr, Terry and Bob Lindsay, Edith McBean, Allison Morrow and Jonathan Cohen, Mary and Howard  Phipps, Jr., Alejamdro Santo Domingo, Lisa and David Schiff, Warren and Virginia Schwerin, Allison and Leonard Stern, Ann and Andrew Tisch, Ann and Thomas Unterberg, Melanie and John Wambold, Priscilla and Ward Woods, Barbara and Donald Zucker.

Over 900 twenty-somethings poured in for the after-party.  Take a peek on Guest of a Guest and Patrick McMullan for event coverage.  Guests included Tinsley Mortimer and artist Cindy Sherman.  NY Social Diary already has some preliminary photos up if you'd like to take a look at David's photos.  It truly is the gala of the year and what a wonderful cause to be celebrating!  More photos to come in a few days!

Photo NY Social Diary

Photo NY Social Diary

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Muralist Chuck Fischer at the 2012 Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse

I have to admit that I am a sucker for anything hand painted.   Classic de Gournay and Gracie wallpapers are right up my alley, as is any sort of Chinoiserie mural work (done right).  At the Press Preview I attended a few weeks ago at the 2012 Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse, I was thrilled to see this gem of a room by Chuck Fisher Handpainted Murals & Design.

I snapped a few photos (copyright Melissa Hawks) - the space was tight, but charming -- and his color choice was perfect and serene enough for an office.  I was surprised to find out that he not only paints murals, but is also an accomplished book author (you've got to see his pop up books!) and designer of licensed home products.  I enjoyed meeting him at Kip's Bay!

He has designed fabric collections for Brunschwig & Fils and wallpaper for Schumacher.  He has three signature china collections with LENOX (his British Colonial Collection ranks in the top 10 fine bridal china patterns in the U.S.) and paper collections with Caspari and CR Gibson. So, if you are looking for an accomplished muralist, check out Chuck Fisher!  Enjoy!  If any of you have used Chuck in your home, please post here!

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Lilly Pulitzer in Her First Shop

It's why we love Pinterest!  It's fun to come across these fabulous old photos.  Here's one I thought you would enjoy!  It's Lilly Pulitzer in her first shop off Via Mizner.  Charming!

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Creative Garden Planters & Window Boxes - Have Some Fun in the Garden!

Summer is here and it's time to get creative and have plantings in place to take root for the summer!  Take inspiration from these fabulous photos that we have curated from around the internet.  Ok, so we admit it - not many of us have an old VW to convert into the world's largest flower planter -- but you can purchase elegant pots and window boxes to make your entryways, patios and pool areas that much more special!  Be creative and mix things up.  We love the subtle touches in the second photo (from Houzz.com) where the homeowners took fabulous blue and white ceramic pots and tied them in nicely with a bright Buckingham blue door!  (the fox head door knocker is a nice touch, too!)

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Rosette Planters

There are alternatives to traditional window boxes - such as placing ceramic pots on a bracketed ledge.  Window boxes come in all shapes and sizes ranging from painted wood to wrought iron -- we've even seen some wine boxes converted to window boxes!  We often think of the English Countryside when we think of window boxes, but they are also great for city dwellers who have a green thumb and limited space!

 

Bring the indoors "out" this year, add some color and have fun!

Here are some brand new Indoor/Outdoor planters we have.  Enjoy!

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