Category: Table Settings

Madison Avenue Glamour (French Style)

Maubousin is located at 714 Madison Avenue, NYC.
Art Design by Jay C. Lohman
MAUBOUSSIN
Shopping at the Upper East Side on Madison Avenue is a bit more picturesque then the streets of Monaco. And that’s a good thing because most Eastsiders like to obtain more mileage on their luxury goods. Madison Avenue is well known for its serious, veteran luxury brands, but over the past few years, many new comers have also taking residence. One such brand is Mausboussin on East 63rd Street. Since 1827, this French paragon in the jewelry world have been dazzling the world with their stunning, and at times, whimsical bijoux, and interior design choices. We happen to be quite impressed with the latest efforts from NY-based, Milanese artist, Jay C. Lohman. The look is artsy, refreshing and oh so French.













CHRISTOFLE

Last October, we visited the then newly designed Christofle – also on Madison Avenue. They have moved from their location near Barneys New York to East 70th Street. Although the store is a bit more smaller than we would of liked, its true appeal lies in the smart interior design by Stéphane Parmentier. It’s highly sophisticated, elegant, and like Mausboussin, very French.

Christofle is located at 46 Madison Avenue (70 Street), NYC





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Christofle: The Silver Spirit Takes Off


Spring 2013 will mark a year since the venerable french tableware company opened their flagship store on Madison. The art of their trademark designs has ultimately raised the bar for other high end silversmith makers since 1830. But, how have they evolved? Very well from the looks of their latest collections, and from the stellar list of designers, including the late Andree Putman, that keep collaborating with them by making their original design even better. Check out these stunning photographs from Christofle which I have saved for months on end – just for you.


French-born interior designer Stéphane Parmentier designed Christofle’s flagship store on the ultra chic and trendy Madison Avenue neighborhood. Stéphane actually began his career in fashion working for Lanvin, Hervé Léger and Karl Lagerfeld. He later took another role as art director for the Givenchy and Montana ready-to-wear collections. In 2000, he traded in his dress form for a drawing board, founding his own interior architecture agency in Paris. That was when he became an instant globetrotter, working in Paris, London and Miami! In 2012, he was appointed art director for the home furnishings division of Printemps department store and has since worked on the renovation of the Orange headquarters in Paris. His latest creations were shown last November at Themes & Variations, a gallery in London. Stéphane is a marvelous person and an incredible inspiration!

Stunning: Christofle’s New York Flagship Store on Madison Avenue


Christofle is an excellent silverware choice for the well appointed house. Although I found their staff a little distant at times, there’s no mistaking the high quality of their products, and their revered heritage. Mise en table, all these elements are a sure crowd pleaser. Christofle is located at 846 Madison Avenue (between 69th and 70th Street), New York City. Tel: 212.308.9390.

Becoming A Domestic Diva

Vyna St. Phard, and Michael Aram
Photo courtesy High End Weekly™
A Cheerful Invitation
In my opinion, everyone who appreciates the pleasure – and the importance – of preparing a meal for family and friends, should also appreciates the importance of setting up an elegant table. On Tuesday morning, I was invited to visit Michael Aram‘s flagship store on West 18th Street, and was just delighted to see his fine porcelain collection, designed to reflect the way we are entertaining today in the modern world. His pieces incorporated ease and comfort without sacrificing grace and detail. I’ve always liked Michael’s designs because they’re perfect for parties, celebrations, get-togethers, sit-down dinners, brunches and fabulous holiday buffets.

Constructed of Limoges bodies with exceptionally executed graphic details, the pieces remain sturdy enough to withstand everyday use. Each motif stands on its own but can also be combined with any or all of the texture patterns to create many variations of place settings. The designs are also carefully managed to integrate perfectly with Michael’s existing array of metal, glass, wood and stone serving and decorative objects.
 All the body shapes are exactly the same, so you can mix the plates any way you want
and know they’ll always look beautiful.

The result is an exquisite table every time you use them…casual when you want to be, more formal when the time is right…with motifs that go from two-dimensional expressions in the place settings to fully sculptural executions in the center of the table.
This table setting was styled by yours truly. Michael called on various design bloggers to create
a table setting that will incorporate his new collections along with his old pieces. 
The bouquet arrangement is from his fabulous team.
Incorporating the outdoors into his designs is one of the many strenghts of Michael Aram’s body of work.
This simple yet elegant tabletop setting called for a little mix and match – silver and wood accessories
equal a congenial mariage.
Photos courtesy HL GROUP
The fun continued at the office later that day, when I mixed Michael Aram’s glamorous coasters
with pieces from Jasper Conran and Gerard Nouri.
Our office table adorned with a Michael Aram’s coaster from his new collection as well as his old cat and mouse tray (“abstract” photo taken by our intern Jerome Massi).
Photos courtesy High End Weekly™
Renown international designer Michael Aram
Photo courtesy HL GROUP

Drama At The Table

Photo credit Chronicle/Eric Luse

How To Decorate Your Tables – Beautifully
My gift to you today is a series of dramatic table settings that I’ve collected from the Internet over the years. No doubt you appreciate the pleasure and the importance of preparing a meal, and setting an elegant table as you get together with your friends and families. So today, as you welcome them in your homes and ultimately your tables, why not do so with a bit of flair, and a lot of drama?
Simple and personal touches at the table equal lasting memories
Photo via Brunch at SAKS
Centerpieces are key to any table settings. It’s important for the eye to wonder and fantasy, especially when the conversation around the table gets a bit dull 
Black and white is the new black. Seeing these bold stripes at an outdoor table setting is “a good thing”. It makes a lasting impression, even if the flowers were absent from the table
Bountiful: Preston Bailey’s over the top, yet elegant table setting
Breaking bread: The folks at Le Pain Quotidien always manage to create a dramatic table, even with they bare-polished furniture
Elegant: Greek keys, monograms and zig zags… Who could ask for anything more?
Photo via Reasons to Breathe
Lost in the woods: This setting is by far one of the most interesting ones. It provides a means to escape, and be wrapped up – In The Moment
Photo credit Chronicle/Eric Luse
I would of liked to see a bit more color here, especially since all the flowers are white. However, the peacock provides plenty of that – even though it is neutral
Monique Lhuilier’s Table Setting
Shine on: Nothing says drama, and romance than candlesticks
Okay, we get it! Audrey equals drama!
Photo credit Timothy Kilk, via Elle Decor
Outdoor festivities are always a great ideas. Even in the winter
All other images via Pinterest


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