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For our September issue, we are exploring the longstanding love a air between fashion and home design. Though separate and distinct crafts, designers in both fields often practice in the other, forging chic, individualistic approaches that result in creative breakthroughs and new expressions of beauty. To celebrate fashion and home’s mutual admiration, in this edition we visit the idiosyncratic, uber-creative London home of legendary British Vogue and ELLE UK fashion director Lucinda Chambers; the romantic and exquisitely curated Berkshires estate of beloved designer Adam Lippes; and the crisply chic Hamptons cottage of Patrick McGrath, the mastermind behind some of the fashion world’s favorite boutiques. Not to be outdone, a few of our favorite interior designers share their expert advice for crafting unforgettable gathering spaces, just in time to welcome guests for cozy autumn afternoons and evenings.
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LETTER FROM OUR CO-FOUNDER ANNA BROCKWAY Co-Founder, Chairish Welcome to the fall edition of Magazinish, the print companion to Chairish.com.Ifyou’renew here (welcome!), Chairish is where interior designers and in-the-know design lovers discover exceptional vintage home furnishings, decor, and art. And precisely because we specialize in vintage, all the items featured in Magazinish are ready to ship to you today.
Join us on our journey by using the QR code on each page to shop the favorite picks of our most fashionable friends and to create one-of-a-kind interiors of your own. Whatever your plans for autumn, I hope that Chairish’s Magazinish will help you craft a home that’s fascinating, fashionable, and uniquely yours, to enjoy all season long.
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Chambers’ adoration of textiles all began with curtains. She looks back and says, “I know that I started to collect curtains when I was about 14 or 15. I don’t know what sort of house with that many windows I was going to have, but I think it was an excuse to collect di erent prints.”Having spent her life in the company of creatives, Chambers has lled her home with art, including an abstract, kaleidoscopic Picasso print and graphic black-andwhite pottery that sits atop the replace
LEGENDARY BRITISH VOGUE FASHION DIRECTOR LUCINDA CHAMBERS BRINGS HER IDIOSYNCRATIC STYLE TO LIFE IN HER LONDON HOME, OVERFLOWING WITH EYE-GRABBING TEXTILES, BELOVED COLLECTIONS, AND THE MOST BRIGHTLY HUED WALLS YOU’VE POSSIBLY EVER BEHELD.
hen it comes to famed fashion publications, it’s safe to say that British Vogue jumps to the front of the line. Working alongside none other than Grace Coddington during her 35-year career at the magazine and then subsequently helming ELLE UK as fashion director before co-founding brands Collagerie and Colville, Lucinda Chambers has become a favorite gure in the industry. Chambers’ bold personal style is a perfect match for the interiors of her West London townhouse.“Ithink my home
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pret-ty much re ects my taste in fashion,” she says. “I love color, print, textures, and pattern; perhaps I am a tiny bit more restrained in my clothes, especially day to day. It’s in the evenings out that I seem to be wearing my sofa!” And that’s not a bad thing, especially when that sofa is done up in a sumptuously decadent burgundy velvet. It’s just one example of the colorful yet luxe details seen in her home. Her furniture pieces throughout display her penchant for patterns, like a bold red-andwhite-striped settee.
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mantel.The walls themselves are awash in color—saturated red with a yellow strip that anks the ceiling, or a citron-yellow that punches up her dining space (“Our dining room was painted electric yellow about 20 years ago. I never tire of it—it brings the sunshine in every day,” she says).And which word best describes Lucinda’s best advice for decorating? Fearlessness. “The only thing that holds you back is fear,” she says. “You can always repaint and throw another cushion on the pile!”
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Designer Patrick McGrath’s home is a lot like the perfect little black dress: subtle but still rich with classic, expertly arranged detailing. Awash in neutrals and lled with antiques that he’s collected over the years, including gilded mirrors, tapestries, and elegant, old oil paintings, this Hamptons property retains all of the charm of its sereneHavinglocation.previously worked for top fashion brands like Gucci, Ralph Lauren, and Giorgio Armani, he pivoted to the world of interiors in 2015 and launched his own business. With his background designing a number of stores, his house in the Springs, the calmer, northern side of the Hamptons, takes inspiration from his boutique design experiences, full of oneof-a-kind antique nds and artistic creations that complement the McGrathcottage.says,
“My partner [architect Reinaldo Leandro of AD100 rm Ashe Leandro] and I were staying with friends in East Hampton, and we just walked past the house and it had a for-sale sign; we knocked on the door. It turns out the homeowner was also the broker, and we were so charmed with the house and made an o er.” Amid airy white walls as a backdrop, the couple now enjoys the fruits of McGrath’s design labors. “It’s my favorite type of shopping,” he says of his love for hunting for the perfect antique and vintage nds. And from a fashion pro like Patrick McGrath, that’s high praise indeed.
FASHION INSIDER AND INTERIOR DESIGNER PATRICK MCGRATH FOUND HIS RETREAT FROM CITY STRESSES IN THE FORM OF A TRANQUIL, VINTAGEINFUSED COTTAGE IN ONE OF THE HAMPTONS' QUIETER ENCLAVES.
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Slouchy with channel stitching and just as sunken as the living rooms that were hitting the scene at the same time, 1973’s Togo Sofa is an ergonomic wonder whose allure has only grown over the decades. Its ve foam densities cradle the human form, making for some serious comfortable lounging, while its veritable rainbow of color options makes it versatile enough for any room. Beyond the Togo’s wide-ranging appeal, our favorite part of its story may be its humble origins. Like many of the world’s best ideas, the Togo was invented during a humdrum morning routine, when Michel Ducaroy, head of design at French modern furniture company Ligne Roset, looked down at his tube of toothpaste and thought… voila! The way it dexterously wrinkled and
fold-ed back on itself, so easily yet elegantly, inspired him to apply the same principles to furniture, contradicting years of sharp, linear styles and launching a new legend. Almost 50 years later, the Togo Sofa proves that a marriage of comfort and chic makes for an enduring and buzzy couple—look no further than the #togosofa hashtag for evidence. Today, you can still buy it brand new from Ligne Roset, but nothing compares to that delicious, lived-in patina you can only get from scoring an original on Chairish.
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As one of the buzziest and most in-demand designers in Los Angeles, Brigette Romanek has a visual style that’s fearless, colorfully extravagant, and e ortlessly luxurious.
What are your must-have design elements for rooms like these? A cozy couch, a cozy rug… a cozy everything in here! And if you can incorporate a bar, add it for the drama and as a place for conversation. Game tables are also super fun and a wonderful way to connect with family. If you’re lucky enough to have the space, include one. There are some really beautiful game tables out there.How do you keep gathering spaces like family rooms welcoming but still sophisticated? These are spaces that will get real everyday use, after all. I’ve coined the phrase “liveable luxe”—I want to live with items I love, but they also have to perform a function. I don’t live in a precious way, so the materials have to work and the pieces have to be comfortable enough to enjoy. Luckily, these days you can nd beautiful performance fabrics that still look and feel very luxe!What kinds of color choices do you make for these spaces? Do you have a go-to Everythingpalette?has to be based on the room, the vibe, and the clients. Some people love color while others like subtle shades. I’m lucky in that I love it all and enjoy putting things together to make stories. Be open. Try playing with interesting combinations.What makes this room a special gathering space? What makes it work?There are a few reasons. The di erent conversation areas mean you can talk with two people or 12. There’s walkability around all the seating so you can mingle easily. And the energy of the space along with the mix of colors give it life. Remember to have fun in any space you’re creating. Bring joy!
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Bunny Williams Interior Design is one of the most legendary names in the industry, where founder Bunny Williams mentors a new generation of creatives, including business partner Elizabeth Lawrence. How do you start your design process?We typically design rooms from the bottom up. We start with the oors or nd a great rug as the foundation and build a color scheme around that.
WHAT MAKES A GREAT GATHERING SPOT? AS COOLER TEMPERATURES BRING FAMILIES AND FRIENDS INSIDE, WE ASKED FOUR ACCLAIMED INTERIOR DESIGNERS HOW THEY MAKE GATHERING SPACES WORK, FROM FIRST STEPS TO FINAL FLOOR PLANS. Do you have a favorite furniture plan for creating conversation areas in your layouts?Furniture should be arranged so that at least six to eight people can sit comfortably and have a conversation. A sofa or pair of sofas can be grouped with a mix of armchairs. Stools, benches, or other chairs can be placed throughout the room and then pulled up to a seating area for occasional seating when needed. These rooms may likely have some sort of technology component like a TV or sound system. How do you incorporate them into a space in a way that doesn't make it the focal point?No room in your house should be too precious to use, so we always tell clients: If you watch a lot of TV, put one in the living
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BUNNY WILLIAMS INTERIOR DESIGN or family room, or you’ll never go in there. TVs and speakers can be disguised in built-in bookshelves or largeWhatcabinets.makes this room a special gathering space? What makes it work?This family room is ooded with natural light during the day, and the built-in window seat is a great perch for reading. In colder months, the wood paneling creates a sense of warmth and coziness. The big, comfortable sofa is perfect for lounging and the pillows allow you to adjust depths. A mix of textiles gives it the laidback feeling of having been assembled over time.having been assembled over time.
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Known for his inventive and inspiring use of color—and we dare you not to feel a dose of joy when admiring his spaces—Nick Olsen is a designer who continues to push boundaries. How do you start your design process?Iactually nd a blank slate a little terrifying, so I need a starting point, like a beautiful antique carpet or patterned fabric. Those are the best for building a palette.What kinds of color choices do you make for these spaces? Do you have a go-to palette? It all depends on the room and the client. I personally love bold color, but everyone has a di erent tolerance for that, and color perception varies widely. Once a client pointed to a magazine and referred to "that bold pink," and to me it looked like a faded ballet slipper. This is a place for family and friends of all ages to gather—how do you nd a balance in making sure there is a comfortable seat for everyone? It's all about variety and scale. An older person shouldn't be expected to get in and out of a crazy-low Edwardian chair, though I love the look. Mix in club chairs, sofas, and settees at di erent heights. I decorated my friend's apartment and his living room has a Big Bird-yellow satin tufted swivel chair. It honestly scares some guests away, but a fabulous ladyfriend of ours immediately plops down on it at every party!What makes this room a special gathering space? What makes it Thiswork?room works because of its experiencingwallsbutwithup,sitterns.boldfabrics—mixedthrowmality—mismatchedinfor-pillows,casualwithcolorsandpat-Itinvitesyoutodown,putyourfeetandtakeitallinadrinkinhand…thesolidivoryanddeepgreenoorskeepyoufromsensory
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London-based interior designer Lonika Chande is known for her modern takes on classic English style, devising spaces that are at simultaneously lovely and lived in.
What’s your technique for blending vintage pieces with newerYouobjects?have to enjoy the process and have fun experimenting. For example, an antique chair in a modern stripe, or a mid-century sideboard paired with a contemporary lamp. It’s also about accumulating old pieces in a way that is meaningful to you: a quilt that was your grandmother’s or a bamboo chair that you found while on a trip. These make for the best bits to sit alongside the new. How do you nd the right nishing touch to make these kinds of rooms feel Numbercomplete?one is not to be too precious about it, and to use what you have and what you love. Also focus on varying textures and materials. A vintage terracotta ower pot sprouting a fresh herb adds much more than, say, a vase of artfully arranged store-bought owers. It’s also about the balance — something that draws the eye in, seen alongside something quiteWhatsimple. makes this room a special gathering space? What makes it Stayingwork?true to the original interior architecture of a building is important, and spaces sit so much better for it. Yes of course, there are ways of fudging this—contemporary joinery can look wonderful in a period space, for example, painted in a more classic color. I love how spaces evolve and change in this way.
How would you describe your approach to designing gathering spaces?I gravitate toward schemes that combine rich colors, playful textures, and patterns in a comfortable and warm way. I love the details, mixing new, vintage, and antique pieces with curated art, books, and other treasures. There is a sort of layered eclecticism to these spaces.
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“I really dislike ‘iconic’ vintage design,” he re ects. “I tend to like things that are a little o , and a little o doesn’t lend itself to being iconic.” Chipped benches, limewashed planters, and rattan furniture that adds a dapper dash of Victorian-era re nement adorn the spaces, all of which denotes his love of collecting.“My father is a consummate collector and has been since I was very little, so I really grew up around it,” he says. “My rst bedroom that I decorated when I was a kid, probably around age 10, was lled with antiques that I found, so it’s very much in myAndblood.”if he nds something that piques his interest, you’d better believe he’s bringing it home, a takeaway that should resonate with all vintage collectors who can’t get enough. He says, “When I come across a great piece of furniture, I will buy it if I can, regardless of whether I have a place for it then and there—I will nd a place to put it.”
omantic. Thoughtful. With pops of bygone patterning and whisper-soft nods to whimsy. These descriptors match up with designer Adam Lippes’ fashion collections, and happen to mirror his approach to his Berkshires estate. It’s not surprising given Lippes’ background in his industry, having previously worked for Ralph Lauren and Oscar de la Renta. Both of these mentors brought their signature panache to the home, and Lippes does the same, weaving in ourishes of the English Aesthetic movement
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R alongside classic American Sagamore Hill-ish air. Describing his interiors as “an eclectic, classic mix” and “dressed up but comfortable,” Lippes devises spaces that feel like an incarnation of the clothes he designs. He clearly adores the Aesthetics’ spirit of “art for art’s sake,” leaning into trendproof decor that recalls the English countryside of decades past, an inspiration that he says stems from the fact that his mother was an avid gardener.
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