J'Adore Miles Redd

(Credit: House Beautiful October 2010 Produced by Orli Ben-Dor)

I know some people are Francophiles, but I am a Milesophile! I absolutely am in awe of Miles Redd's creations. In this month's House Beautiful issue (loved the October issue of House Beautiful!), he has created a "dream room" embodying the Oscar de la Renta design aesthetic and using his new line of fabrics. J'adore!

I love that our Manhattan Room Divider used in this spectacular room!!

(Manhattan Room Divider #609-801)

Oscar de la Renta Home

September 1st, and with the turn of the calendar page I find myself welcoming a new season; the crisp days of Fall call for richer colors and luxurious textures - both in fashion and home design. I can think of no better synergy between the two than Oscar de la Renta's home collections. And I am just LOVING Miles Redd's (Creative Director for Oscar de la Renta Home) new installation at the Lee Jofa showroom in the D&D Building.

(Shown above our Tiered Chairside Table #609-639 in Jet finish - perfect as a bedside table. Also our Pagoda Dining Chair #60-3592 in Chalk White sits at the foot of the bed.)

This display heralds the launch of Oscar de la Renta's fabric collection for Lee Jofa, the latest of his home offerings which includes our furniture (featured prominently in these pictures). Sumptuous satins, rich crewels, exotic ikat patterns and saturated color make this simply a room 'to die for'!

(The "X" Book Shelf #609-777 in Jet high gloss enamel in the background holds a collection of art books; also serves well as a room divider and entertainment center.)

(At left, a Pagoda Dining Chair #60-3592 in Chalk White. In the background the Manhattan Room Divider #609-801 acts as a stand for the artwork.)

(A Brass Gallery Accessory Table #60G-630 sits next to the sofa arm)

(Regal Fluted Pedestals #609-718 in Distressed Mahogany flank the mantel. A Cigarette Table #60D-625M next to the chair provides a spot to set a drink. My favorite piece in the entire room is the Tortoise Parchment & Brass Cocktail Table #60T-611.)

Since the picture above does not do the cocktail table justice, I thought I would include a silhouette shot from our website.

Tres chic!!
For more details on Oscar de la Renta Home collections, visit:

Lee Jofa or Century Furniture

Valentine Red

This February 14th I'm not looking for red roses or a heart-shaped box of chocolates, what I really wish for is a pair of "Valentine red" sandals just like these from Oscar de la Renta (of course completely inappropriate for navigating snow & slush covered sidewalks expected this week in New York).

Speaking of Oscar de la Renta I am also coveting his new collection of furniture which we debuted late last year and will ship early Spring 2010. My absolute fav is this oh-so-chic tufted chair. Love the low seat, small scale and cherry-red color (just like "my" sandals).

To view the rest of the introductions for the Oscar de la Renta Collection for Century Furniture click here.

Speaking of reds, here are some photos from the press launch held at the Century Showroom in New York City. The room (brilliantly) designed by Miles Redd, Creative Director for Oscar de la Renta Home, is a sophisticated collection of crimson hues cleverly layered.

Mr. de la Renta attends Century Furniture's New York Press Launch of his latest collection of furniture.

The last picture shows me with Mr. de la Renta and Miles Redd.

Happy Valentine's Day!