What is Ralph Lauren Style? I think it’s an American take on an English traditional comfortable style… maybe? A recent article on by Charlotte Olby, Style & Trends Editor for Homes and Gardens discusses what makes a Ralph Lauren-style interior. An ode to the Ralph Lauren aesthetic – could this be the timeless rustic-meets-refined design…
Jaye’s Studio makes Chinoiserie decorative and functional serving pieces and barware, home accents, lounge wear and pajamas. Napkins and napkin rings come in blue and white, pink and white, taupe and white, and multi-colors, all accented with gold. Tartan plaid and leopard spots make a fun coordinate with chinoiserie pieces. Jaye’s Studio Napkins and Napkin…
Trays from little Trinket and Smidge Trays to this large serving tray are made from metal, handpainted and decorated with a whimsical Blue Willow inspired Chinoiserie pattern, then sealed with layers of enamel and decorated with hand-applied gold details. Jaye’s Studio Garden Party Our Garden Party collection features a stunning pattern designed by renowned artisan…
These little Umbrella Tea Strainer sets are adorable. They look like a little porcelain umbrella and fit into a stand. They are made to catch any leaves that haven’t been caught yet when you brew loose tea. They are not meant to just dump the tea and leaves into. You pour through the strainer on…
One Hundred Stars makes clothing in an oversized variation of Blue Willow. It is available in Blue, Black and other colors. You can find them in boutiques, on Amazon and on eBay. GWB Giant Willow Blue The Giant Willow Blue pattern features the traditional pagodas, birds and willow tree of Blue Willow china in shades…
You can buy sheer curtains printed with Laura Ashley’s classic Chinoiserie blue and white Summer Palace print on Amazon for less than you would ever expect. Laura Ashley Summer Palace Sheer Window Curtains on Amazon They come as a set of two panels, each 38” wide and 84” or 96” long. They have a 1.5″…
If you take hot plates from the microwave to the table, cork placemats can save your table’s finish. Cork placemats are basically dense cardboard with a paper picture laminated on one side and a thin piece of cork on the other side. They make coasters and hot pads the same way. They are rigid. You…
The Laura Ashley Belvedere pattern has large exotic Chinoiserie peacocks. It is available as wallpaper, including a large scale mural. It is also available as cotton and satin fabrics and a luxurious printed velvet, throw pillows and cushions, accessories, bedding sets, curtains, and towels. The print is a “stunning all over floral trailing design, with…
Laura Ashley has small appliances in two variations of Elveden, which is a smaller variation on the beautiful Summer Palace Chinoiserie inspired design. I posted about the version with a white background here; Laura Ashley Elveden Summer Palace Kitchen Electrics and More. It is also available with a dark navy blue background. There are toasters,…
Did you know that the Chihuly Chandelier at the Victoria and Albert Museum is not actually a chandelier? It does not light up. Most of Chihuly’s glass sculptures don’t light up on their own. They may be spotlighted or have lights placed in them, but they are not designed to be electrified lights. The V&A…
