Covet
They called it the wedding of the century—a royal
celebration with lacy, practiced manners, and the
exuberant pluck of millinery arts, salutes and cavalcades.
What designer didn’t coo over the braided fringe,
elaborate sashes and tassels swinging? From the pomp
of the palace to the intimately serene showroom of
Décor de Paris, trim has proven itself a necessity. Always
with the finest silks—tussah, mulberry—the company’s
passementerie has an exceptional pedigree with
collections handcrafted by artisans who understand
nuance. A cord with multiple layers might be created
by a left handed artist, who can command the yard to
spin in the desired direction; a single, elaborate tieback
may take up to 10 weeks to finish, and often archival
documents serve as inspiration. Founder Benjamin
Ravan’s family run showroom offers custom reveries in
linen, jute, cotton in endless colors or metallic threads…
should the mood call for something regal. 800 221 6453
decordeparis.com
Pagans welcomed the summer solstice with bonfires, leaping
and jubilation. Some of us would be content simply with a
cocktail at sunset. Lounging on the sultry Palm Canyon sofa
by Mimi London brings the fond reminiscence of ancient days,
drenched in Hawaiian Tropic and sizzling in an aluminum foil
reflector. Those aqueous contours of polished aluminum have
all the glamorous beckons of a Hollywood starry, starry night, yet
the scale and optimum finishing have the piece purring in chic
modern notes. London Boone, the company's interior design
arm, has been collecting vintage pieces from the 1930s and
residences. Their evocative Palm Canyon incarnations marry
sun-kissed, swingy verve with a cool structural timelessness.
This new line is a departure from a collection best known for
organic wood designs; the series features lounge chairs, a
chaise and spunky lounge, and soon, dining chairs, tables and
occasional pieces—all the right elements for a smoldering
summer ritual. To the trade, 310 855 2567 mimilondon.com
