Inspired by Bebe', C.Z., and The Duchess

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I spent this weekend painting my entry doors~ including the idea of favorite images from Christian "Bebe'" Berard, and Monsieur Boudin for Mrs. Winston Guest and The Duchess of Windsor...

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Is it a bit theatrical? Yes.  Is it chic as hell? Yes.  Did it cost a ton of $$$? No.  Did I have fun doing it? Yes~ My old Prof from FIT, Stanley Barrows, wanted me to pursue set design~ can you see why? !

Christian Berard

Cornelia Guest at Templeton, faux marbre mantel

Bois de Boulogne house of Duchess of Windsor, faux marbre pilasters

I had been thinking for some time that I wanted to do something to this tired looking door~ perhaps a chinoiserie wallpaper? A mirrored treatment? Applied moldings? This is what I ended up with, and if I get tired of it, it's easily changed.  I dragged the silver on the "moldings" and then I quickly executed a loose "veining" also in the silver on black. I then added a new pair of brushed nickel ring pulls to the closet doors.  Let me know what you think!  It was more black for Black Friday weekend!  Enjoy!  DF *****

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Black Friday

Now, THESE goodies would be worth fighting for!  Have a great weekend!  DF *****

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Entertaining at Home

The de Rothschilds at home

They say one picture is worth a thousand words~ and I think this one proves the point!  How divine to be entertained at the home of Baron and Baroness de Rothschild.  The thing that intrigues me about this iconic image is the beautiful look of happiness and contentment on the elegant face of Pauline, the Baroness.  The luxury of a fur throw on a sofa cannot be overstated either.  Enjoy!  DF *****  

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The Charm of Cashiers

Image via James Farmer, Southern  Living

This is one of my favorite times of the year, and also one of my favorite images~ the decorative cabbages remind me of my walks up and down Madison Avenue, when I was living in New York.  Inspiring!  Enjoy!  DF *****

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Topiary Madness

Bunny Mellon

Loi Thai, Tone on Tone

Wow! Look at these amazing, exquisite topiaries!  Loi has a beautiful shop and also a blog, called Tone on Tone- these are some of his myrtle topiary standards. Beautiful! DF *****

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Dara Caponigro for F. Schumacher

F. Schumacher Zanzibar Trellis Matte Jade

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F Schumacher 125th Anniversary !

F Schumacher Zanzibar Trellis Matte Canary

Dara Caponigro, the former editor-in-chief of VERANDA~ about a year ago now left for the design director position of F Schumacher, now in it's 125th year!  

Founded in 1889, here are some old classics which have been subtly updated by DC for the anniversary collection.  

Your designer or decorator can find them at MP Interiors, in the Miromar Design Center, Estero, Florida.

(239) 498-9074  MP Interiors !!!

Enjoy the weekend wherever you are~ !

DF ***** 

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Oscar de la Renta

Farewell to Oscar, In Memoriam

Fabulous Oscar de la Renta ! We were saddened today to hear of his passing, he was such a huge inspiration~ (see earlier posts) and for some more of his divine inspiration click here

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Oscar de la Renta for Lee Jofa

Oscar de la Renta for Century

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Monday Is For Mario

Mario Buatta, The Prince of Chintz, via NYSD

Mario Buatta, New York Magazine

There's only ONE Mario~ and what a great guy he is!  Monday is his birthday, so we thought of posting a tribute to the master on today's DFS...
Mario creates magic for his fortunate clients, and his talent and energy knows no boundaries.  
Lucky me !  I get to call him a friend~ !  Happy Birthday MB you devil !  What a great guy!  DF *****

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Old Charleston Elegance, DFID

DEAN FARRIS INTERIOR DESIGN

One of my favorite clients, and projects~ located in an old carriage house on Saint Michaels' Alley, in Charleston, South Carolina is shown above.  

The clients, who are also old friends, collected American antiques for many years, including portrait miniatures, some of which are displayed in the small vitrine ~ notice the handsome portrait of Lord Byron.  All fabrics and trimmings, Scalamandre'.  The floor is original to the house. Circa 1750 ~
Enjoy!  DF ***** 

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A Room With A View

DEAN FARRIS INTERIOR DESIGN

This bedroom in Naples, in the Grey Oaks Country Club~ is one of my pet projects, and it has a beautiful view of the pool and the golf course.  We used a Henredon armoire to conceal the television~ and Audrey Jake of Renaissance did a fabulous job of executing a custom strie' wall finish.  Our client already owned the Chinese art~ which makes the room, truly a room with a view!  DF ***** (Find me at MP Interiors at the Miromar Design Center )

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Agraria, Take Me Away !

DEAN FARRIS INTERIOR DESIGN  photography Related Images

Agraria Bitter Orange

A complex and subtle blend that permeates the air with additive waves of clove, the zest of bitter orange and just a touch of cypress. Described by The New York Times as "uplifting, mysterious & androgynous in its appeal."

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Think Pink in October!

October is the dedicated month for breast cancer awareness~ so we couldn't miss the chance to create another mood board for PINK !  Enjoy!  DF *****

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"Pink is the navy blue of India"

Diana Vreeland

October Color Story

I hope that these images will inspire you, and warm you~ and may all your pumpkins turn into coaches!  DF *****

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