New Colors from Dunes and Duchess

Dunes and Duchess, one of my favorite purveyors of handmade lighting and furniture, added two AMAZING, bold new colors to their lineup - Cap Ferrat Bleu and No Scurvy Lemon. Both hues were custom mixed and are so fresh and unique...which is not surprising because the entire D&D collection is the epitome of fresh and unique. Here's a sampling of their wondrous creations...

I'm quite inspired by the new super saturated colors and my wheels have been turning about how I can incorporate some Dunes and Duchess pieces into current projects. Their product line is diverse and the overall style is super versatile, so I'm sure a plan will come to fruition. And aside from real projects, it's always fun to play make believe and design mood boards that completely revolve around knock-out pieces like the D&D Single Spindle Candelabra Lamp in Cap Ferrat Bleu and the Solid Top Champagne Table in No Scurvy Lemon...

Piece VIII, Original Artwork by Keila Marino - Furbish

Bliss Living Argo Throw - Nordstrom

Jeremy Desk - Jayson Home

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Chiclet Bowl - Jonathan Adler

Single Spindle Candelabra Lamp in Cap Ferrat Bleu - Dunes and Duchess

Blue and White Garden Stool - Furbish

Geode Bookends - Etsy seller Ashley McCall

Lydia's Fainting Chaise - Etsy seller Susan Baker

Color Greek Key Bolster Pillow - Furbish

Life in Lemon Yellow, metallic limited edition print by Jen Zahigan - Etsy seller Jen Zahigan

No Scurvy Lemon Solid Top Champagne Table - Dunes and Duchess

Pair of Reupholstered Vintage Chairs - Chairloom

Silk Ikat Pillows - Etsy seller MaterialRecovery

Turquoise Candy Dish - Etsy seller Cheryl Byrne

Vintage Footed Glass Vase - Etsy seller Victoria Lynn

Chinoiserie Coffee Table - V&M

Porcelain Pineapple - Furbish

Yellow Greek Key Pillow - Shop Ten 25

Tailor Sofa - Crate & Barrel

Long live Cap Ferrat Bleu and No Scurvy Lemon! The colors are so fun and they perfectly complement the classical, hand-turned Dunes and Duchess aesthetic. What are your thoughts?

If you got to pick any D&D piece in any color, what would you choose? I'm crazy about the entire collection so it's tough to narrow it down, but I would die for the Chappy Dining Table in the Cap Ferrat Bleu! Here is the shapely beauty in black...

And if you don't already know, Dunes and Duchess is a wonderful American company that produces all of its products in the US. It is owned by stylist Stacy Kunstel and photographer Michael Partenio, two of the nicest, most talented, fun, and stylish people that I know. The dynamic duo combined their broad skill set and let creativity and craftsmanship lead the way...and now we have Dunes and Duchess! Because I adore the owners, their business ethos, and their gorgeous creations, I'm a MAJOR fan of D&D (and surely you've caught onto that by now).

If you're gaga over Dunes and Duchess too and are looking to buy, you can find their merch at selected retailers including Hudson and Barney's, online via All the Best on Dering Hall, or you can contact D&D directly. And be sure to keep up with their latest on Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest too! 

Lamps to Love

I have a hard-core obsession with lighting, especially lamps. Table lamps are an essential element to almost every room in the house since they provide forgiving, low-level light and can be a game-changer in terms of aesthetics. Basically, lamps can make a huge difference in how a space looks and feels so it's important to choose wisely. Or you can become a lamp hoarder like me and change the ones in your home constantly (I don't recommend falling down that rabbit hole though).

With thousands of colors and styles out there, it can be hard to narrow down the possibilities. So, I've compiled a list of some of my recent favorites...

1) Prout's Medium Ball Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

2) Poston Cool Grey Faux Shagreen Lamp - Made Goods

3) Turquoise Foo Dog Lamp - Shades of Light

4) Maura Daniel Aladin Milk Glass Base - Layla Grayce

5) Arteriors Naomi Aqua Fluted Glass/Acrylic Lamp - Layla Grayce

6) Carnaby Talitha Lamp - Jonathan Adler

7) Gabrielle Table Lamp - Z Gallerie

8) Hayley Table Lamp - Crate & Barrel

9) Newport Teardrop Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

10) Jill's Key Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

11) Arteriors Vance Polished Nickel Candlestick Table Lamp - Layla Grayce

12) Marrakech Round Lamp - Horchow

13) Tomorrow Table Lamp - Currey & Company

14) Chocolate Cane Table Lamp - Horchow

15) Timeless Table Lamp in Blue - Currey & Company

16) Hampton Links Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

17) Hutton Table Lamp - Crate & Barrel

18) Kikar Balestro Lamp - Williams-Sonoma Home

19) Agate Table Lamp with Nightlight - Shades of Light

20) Lydia Gold - Made Goods

21) Glass Jug Lamp - West Elm

22) Modern Spindle Lamp Base - Shades of Light

23) Rock Crystal Lamp - Shades of Light

24) Square Vase Blue and White Lamp - Shades of Light

25) Turquoise Lamp - Dunes & Duchess

26) Miles Lamp - Jan Showers Collection

27) Contemporary Murano Robin's Egg Blue Lamp - Swank

Unfortunately most couldn't be categorized as bargains. I'm pretty good at finding deals, but it's really tough to get well-made, beautiful lamps at good prices. I've had great luck at HomeGoods where many are under $50. I've also seen some good deals at World Market and sometimes at Target. If you have any sources for more affordable lamps, please share!