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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2009 Castle Rock Pinot Noir

Courtesy Bleu Provence, Naples

I've been enjoying this "New World" Pinot Noir lately, and thought to share it with you, dear readers.  A product of the central coast of California- it's described as a "Burgundian varietal, with an elegant, medium body, and aromas of cherry, tea, and herbal spice".  Enjoy!

I found the above image on New York Social Diary, and thought it most inspiring- a tablescape from the Manhattan home of young Christopher Stevens, a New York decorator- he reminds me of my old colleague, the late Randall Ridless. Christopher has also worked for my old friend and FIT class mate, Marcy Masterson.  Kudos to Christopher, his chic Hermes' orange flat is quite charming, and with an enviable location, in the west village, or vill-lahge as we used to call it. Stay tuned for more exciting news on DFS ! 

Cheers !  DF ***** 

A Few Of My Favorite Things

Vintage Mercedes Benz  Convertible

Hermes' Limoges tray from my friend Jerry

Anything Cartier...that's my Mummy in a dress I
bought for her on my first trip to Paris...

Charvet ties

Napoleon III Chinoiserie Lacquer Commode

The porphyry lacquer walls in Hilary Geary Ross's former living room
by my friend Mario Buatta...

Mario Villa faux emerald cuff links from my friend Mary 

Cocktails with Bourbon

Greek Revival houses

Private aircraft

Just a few of the things that make life worth living!
Cheers!  DF *****

Orange Is For October

Hermes'

Dean in orange cashmere

Rose Cumming fabrics

I've always loved bright orange, as well as kelly green- remember those bright orange little BMW cars? The 2002 model- I owned one back in the 1970's (Dad bought it for me) - but mine was a ruby red colour.  I loved that car!  October is always my favorite month, and I look forward to sharing more design inspirations with you as the month progresses.  Enjoy!  Cheers!  DF *****