Matchbook Magazine, April 2014

AT HOME I N B RO O K LY N

with Issue No. 39 APRIL 2014

Kacy Lubell

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Style lightS the night.

Daydream in the evening, under the glow of lanterns and string lights.

Take style home from 9.99.

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THE MATCHBOOK GIRL SPLURGES ON GOLD FOIL LETTERPRESS .

HARBORS DREAMS OF THE STAGE .

HITS THE GYM IN NEON SNEAKS .

CHANNELS THE SEASIDE IN HER CIT Y ABODE .

FINDS ECCENTRICIT Y ENDEARING .

LIVES FOR LUXURY LINENS .

ISN 'T AFR AID OF A BLOW TORCH .

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COVER: KACY LUBELL the stationery designer at her Park Slope home Photography by Rima Brindamour

C O NT E N T S

April 2014

STAPLES 10 DATE BOOK 8 NOTE FROM

K ATIE + JANE

12 EDITOR’S WISH LISTS

Bohemian Rhapsody Chintz Redux April Showers

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history LESSON

20 10 THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT...

Edith Bouver Beale 22 KINDRED SPIRIT

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LIVING 11 CULTURE CLUB

Books and Movies

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Joanna Zamora of East Surf Co.

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FEATURES 24 SPRING SETS SAIL

Inside the colorful Upper East Side home of Sail to Sable founder Jennifer Stocker

42 GREENPOINT GIRLS

A visit to the Greenpoint studio of jewelry company Lady Grey

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An afternoon at stationery designer Kacy Lubell's Park Slope abode

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N O T E FROM

Katie + Jane

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APRIL The two insanely stylish best friends bonded during their studies at the Massachusetts College of Art and followed their dreams to New York.

Their edgy take on fashion accessories has us ready to step up our sartorial game.

What's inspiring us this April? Where do we begin... Jane is drawn to your granny's chintz repurposed in a modern way. Katie's having a boho moment and itching for a Moroccan getaway.

And Jordan? She's all about welcoming April showers with style. From the eccentric glamour of Edith Bouvier Beale to the tomboy chic Joanna Zamora of East Surf Company, this month we're all about individuality. Each of the women featured in this issue has embraced 8

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their own personal style and we love them all the more for it.

Jennifer Stocker of Sail to Sable is purebred prep and we can't help but covet her coastal inspired designs. Her cheery Upper East Side apartment will have you longing for a tropical getaway. Take us with you!

Meanwhile in Greenpoint, Jill Martinelli and Sabine Le Guyader of Lady Grey Jewelry design with a sculptural eye.

Last but certainly not least, is our cover girl Kacy Lubell of Letters Lubell. The designs of the master stationer (and mother of two adorable young boys) have us head over heels. From custom dinner party invites to everyday correspondence, Kacy never seems to run out of clever ideas. Did we mention her chic Park Slope abode had us ready to move in?

Whether your style is preppy, edgy, or somewhere in between, we hope April's stories inspire you to go with your gut and wear and decorate with things you truly love.

Cheers to personal style, KATIE + JANE

CONTRIBUTORS

RIMA BRINDAMOUR

Photographer Brooklyn, NY

CAROL DRONSFIELD

Photographer Brooklyn, NY

THE MATCHBOOK TEAM K ATIE ARMOUR

co-founder editorial director

JANE LILLY WARREN

co-founder creative director

GAIL EARLY

global sales sales@matchbookmag.com CATHY HIGGERSON

copy editor

JORDAN BL ASER

design intern

SARAH GORDON

editorial intern

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DA T E2 014 BOOK

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ANNIE HALL WINS THE OSCAR FOR BEST PICTURE (1978)

ACTOR GREGORY PECK BORN IN L A JOLL A, CALIFORNIA (1916

JAZZ SINGER BILLIE HOLIDAY BORN IN PHIL ADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA (1915)

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MARK TWAIN RECEIVES STEAMBOAT PILOT'S LICENSE AT AGE TWENT YTHREE (1859)

THE ASPCA IS FOUNDED IN NEW YORK CIT Y (1866)

NATIONAL SCRABBLE DAY

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ACTRESS JULIE CHRISTIE BORN IN ASSAM, INDIA (1941)

WRITER HENRY JAMES BORN IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK (1843)

GERALDINE MOCK BECOMES THE FIRST WOMAN TO FLY SOLO AROUND THE WORLD (1964)

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GRACE KELLY AND PRINCE RAINIER MARRY IN MONACO (1956)

THE 118TH BOSTON MARATHON

HAPPY EARTH DAY!

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JUDY GARL AND PERFORMS TWENT Y-SEVEN SONGS AT CARNEGIE HALL (1961)

WINSTON CHURCHILL IS KNIGHTED BY QUEEN ELIZABETH II (1953)

TRUMAN INAUGURATES THE WHITE HOUSE BOWLING ALLEY (1947)

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STUDIO 54 FIRST OPENS ITS DOORS IN NEW YORK CIT Y (1977)

AUTHOR HARPER LEE BORN IN MONROEVILLE, AL ABAMA (1926)

COMPOSER DUKE ELLINGTON BORN IN WASHINGTON, D.C. (1899)

30 THE ORIGINAL L AND ROVER DEBUTS AT AN AUTO SHOW (1948)

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C U LT U R E C L U B

B O O K S & M OV I E S

M AY W E S U G G E S T. . . to learn the company's founder, Jane Scott Books.

Hodges, had penned a book on her favor-

DECORATE FEARLESSLY

BY SUSANNA SALK, AMAZON, $32

Home decor expert Susanna Salk is back with a new title and it's sure to spur countless makeovers. Filled with inspiring interiors by everyone from Jonathan Adler to Matchbook's own Jane Lilly Warren, the book takes us on a room-by-room journey of homes that celebrate bold uses of color and pattern.

LINENS: FOR EVERY ROOM AND OCCASION BY JANE SCOTT HODGES, AMAZON, $39 The Matchbook girls love

Leontine Linens so we were over the moon

Movies.

This modern-day love story stars two strangers – HANK AND ASHA

a young man in New York and a charming Indian student in Prague – who form an unexpected friendship via online videos. You'll find yourself rooting for the two lonely online friends to meet face-to-face. In theaters April 11

ite subject. The lovely read is chock-full of swoon-worthy photos and practical tips on entertaining with fine linens. A must-read for all who love playing hostess.

WHAT WOULD GRACE DO? BY GINA MCKINNON, AMAZON, $13 Calling all

Grace Kelly fans! This modern-day guide to emulating Princess Grace is made for the Matchbook girl. We ate up the biographical tidbits on the actress-turned-royal and couldn't help but channel her example of poise, class, and charm.

FADING GIGOLO Woody Allen stars as

Murray, a cash-strapped old man who talks his friend Fioravante ( John Turturro) into becoming a professional Don Juan. Among his conquests are Selima (Sofía Vergara) and her girlfriend, Dr. Parker (Sharon Stone). It's a quirky comedy that explores the complications of mixing love and money. In theaters April 18

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1. Lucid Chain Bracelet, Lady Grey Jewelry, $135 2. Bobbi Brown Beach Body Oil, Barneys, $31 3. Mughal Punch Robe, Rikshaw Design, $90 4. Pamela Love Turquoise Earrings, Barneys, $250 5. Dannijo Hixon iPhone Case, Shopbop, $98 6. Ray-Ban Matte Classic Aviator Sunglasses, Shopbop, $155 7. Diamond Foil Jute Pouf, West Elm, $149 8. Torres Wool Kilim Runner, West Elm, $159 9. Diptyque 12

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1. Jennifer Ouellette Large-Brim Hat, Barneys, $275 2. Potted Hoya Plant, The Sill, $38 3. Gypsy: A World of Colour & Interiors by Sibella Court, Amazon, $31 4. Pom-pom Throw, West Elm, $29 5. Lime Decorative Pillow, John Robshaw, $150 6. Mara Hoffman Ananda Tanksuit, Madewell, $256 7. RabLabs Amethyst Lamp, Zinc Door, $550 8. Starla Plank Sandal in Buff, Loeffler Randall, $175 9. Lamphu Decorative Pillow, John Robshaw, $150 matchbook 13

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1. Eugenia Kim Gigi Printed Silk Headscarf, Net-a-Porter, $160 2. Aubrey Rose Walking Umbrella, Cath Kidston, $48 3. Spot Chintz Print Trouser, Oasis, $35 4. Collection No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Antique Floral, J.Crew, $198 5. Florida Gifts Tea Cup and Saucer, Amazon, $30 6. Glacial Fringe Pouf, Anthropologie, $298 7.

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Amrapali Wallpaper, Designers Guild, Price Upon Request 4. Navy Chintz iPhone 5 Case, Urban Outfitters, $16 5. Colefax and Fowler: The Best in Interior Decoration by Chester Jones, Amazon, $16 6. Delightful Day Out Dress, Modcloth, $85 7. Zimmermann Instinct Floral-Print Boardshorts, Net-a-Porter, $210 8. Visconti & Du Reau Maui Thong Sandal, matchbook 15 Barneys, $350

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1. Carolyn Feather Cup and Saucer, Ralph Lauren, $85 2. Quilt School, Roberta Roller Rabbit, $175 3. Pillowcase Set, Roberta Roller Rabbit, $50 4. Jo Malone London Rain and Angelica, Neiman Marcus, $120 5. Ombre Velvet Pillow, Anthropologie, $188 6. Singing in the Rain Anniversary Addition, Amazon, $8 7.

Boot Umbrella Stand, Z Gallerie, $80 8. Crosby Loveseat, West Elm, $1199 9. Purr-fect

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SECRETS TO A CHARMED LIFE

J OA N N A Z A M O R A ' S 1 0 S E C R E T S TO A C H A R M E D L I F E

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NOTEPAD, NEED SUPPLY CO.,

/ For ideas and small sketches, it's forever in my bag.

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Brooklyn resident Joanna Zamora of East Surf Company has the ultimate tomboy style. A graphic designer for Tribeca shoe brand, Matt Bernson, Joanna spends her free-time by the shore. Together with her husband, Matthew, she developed a beeswax-based surf wax with a distinct organic blend. Melted and poured in Red Hook, Brooklyn, the handsomely designed product is now stocked on shelves from New Hampshire to Japan. Read on to learn the ten things this stylish surfer babe credits with her own charmed life.

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WAX MAGAZINE, $19 /

A NYC magazine that features both surfing and design.

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FELT HAT, WESTERLIND,

/ Chic for city and sea.

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RHODE ISLAND MAP,

/ A favorite weekend escape for family, friends and good waves.

ETSY, $10

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My go-to BK farmers market tote and beach bag.

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BY BECK, ITUNES, $8 / This

album on repeat, pure joy.

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LOBSTER POUND

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AMAZON, $9

SEA SALT

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MARLOW RAFFIA

BOOTIES, MATT BERNSON,

/ A classic shape that feels so natural in raffia.

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THE SUN

MIST, LAVETT

/ The ocean always works best, but in the city this is my go-to. & CHIN, $30

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1 0 T H I N G S YO U D I D N ' T K N OW A B O U T. . .

EDITH BOUVIER BEALE Born in 1917 in New York City, Edith Bouvier Beale, known to friends as “Little Edie,” was a first cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Made famous by the 1975 documentary Grey Gardens the eccentric WASP became an American fashion icon, all while living in East Hampton squalor. She died in 2002 in Bal Harbour, Florida.

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The young Beale had plenty of suitors.

She was courted by business magnate Howard Hughes and, rumor has it, refused a marriage proposal from wealthy industrialist J. Paul Getty.

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After her father left her mother (known as Big Edie) for a younger woman, Little Edie and her mother sought refuge at Grey Gardens. The home fell into despair and became overrun with stray cats – some say as many as 300.

They named one of the cats Tedsy Kennedy.

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" I T ' S V E RY D I F F I C U LT TO K E E P T H E L I N E B E T W E E N T H E PA ST A N D T H E P R E S E N T. " – Edith Bouvier Beale

her mother to remain in the residence.

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1. Pucci Scarf, Nordstrom, $375 2. Canvas Wrapped Flask, Mark & Graham, $45 3. Charlotte Umbrella Stand, Ballard Designs, $79 4. Record Player, Urban Outfitters, $98 5. Wilma Faux Fur Coat, Net-a-Porter, $995 6. Oscar de la Renta Crystal and Resin Bracelet, Shopbop, $475 7. Salvatore Ferragamo Vara Pump, Neiman Marcus, $450 8. Smith &

Hawken French Lilac Doormat, Target, $22 9. Vaughn Tufted Slipper Chair, Target, $190 10.

Seafolly Dotted Swimsuit, Anthropologie, $148 11. Potted Hydrangea, Terrain, $6812. The Big Book of the Hamptons by Michael Shnayerson, Amazon, $50 13. Moonlit Whisker Earrings, ModCloth, $13 14. Washable Wool Blanket, Room & Board, $239 15. Needlepoint Cat Pillow, Agatha & Louise, $140 16. Parisian Aviary, Ballard Designs, $129 17. Rosa Melamine Accent Plate, Ballard Designs, $25 for 4 18. Ash Wood Garden Tools, Anthropologie, $40

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TWO STEPS INTO JENNIFER STOCKER'S COLORFUL APARTMENT ON MANHATTAN'S UPPER EAST SIDE AND YOU'LL BE REACHING FOR A MOJITO. The

perfectly preppy decor is a breath of fresh air– an oasis of Bahamas calm among the city's chaos.

It's no surprise that the young and talented fashion designer's clothes are as upbeat as her interior. Before launching readyto-wear label Sail to Sable, the fun-loving Connecticut native spent over six years working in the publishing industry. Now in it's fourth season, Sail to Sable's chic tunics have become a mainstay at beaches on both coasts. We caught up with Jennifer to chat about all things spring, hydrangeas, and Jackie O.

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W HAT I N S PI R ED YOU R LOVE OF FAS H I ON?

I NF LU E N C E YO U R B U S I N E SS?

I have always been a big shopper and have loved clothes ever since I was a little girl. I dreamed of launching a lifestyle brand with clothing at its core.

My background at CondĂŠ Nast played a key role in launching Sail to Sable.

From event planning to social strategy and marketing platforms, I learned so much from each person I worked for and with. I have taken all that knowledge with me into this next venture.

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W E K N OW YOU LOVE TO T R AV E L. W HAT PLAC E S H AV E IN S PI R E D T H E CO LLECT I O N T H U S FA R?

The collections were first inspired by local travels – being a tourist in your own city, hometown, or even back yard. The most recent collections have been inspired by Nevis, Bermuda, and Palm Beach.

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W H AT PI E C E S A RE YO U M OST LO O K I N G FO RWA R D TO W E A R IN G T H I S S PR I N G?

I love the Cheers to Chic collection. The stripes with a touch of lace detail are fabulous for day and night.

All of my fans love a long maxi dress as much as I do.

They are flattering on everyone and make girls feel great about themselves.

W H AT ’S YO U R FAVO RI T E WAY TO ACCESS O R I Z E YO U R SA IL TO SA BLE LO O KS?

For footwear in a warm climate, I love my Jack Rogers or Stubbs & Wootton espadrilles. Since it is still a bit cold here in New York, I am sporting my Sail toSable with some Roger Vivier closed-toe flats. I don't wear a ton of jewelry with my Sail to Sable because each piece has so much detail, trim, and embellishment. I keep it pretty simple with pearls or some great Gale Grant clipon earrings. My newest and most important accessory is my engagement ring.

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H OW E XC I T I N G ! WHAT D O YO U E N J OY MOST A BO U T LI V I N G ON T HE U PPE R E AST S I DE?

I love being right by the park. Running or biking in the morning and going for an afternoon stroll is my favorite way to relax. The restaurant scene on the Upper East Side is also my favorite; we are so lucky that we live right across from Via Quadronno.

H OW D I D YO U AP PR OAC H T H E D ECO RAT I O N O F YO U R A PA RTMENT?

I love home decor and always wanted to be an interior decorator when I grew up. Maybe in my next life!

I treated our home as if we were on the beach. Just because we are in an apartment building in New York doesn’t mean we can't have bright colors, shells, starfish and lots of printed fabric. I love Quadrille fabrics and shopping at Worlds Away for all of my furniture pieces.

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Growing up in Darien, Connecticut, I always loved to go and shop Greenwich Avenue. I interned at Best & CompaHe loves to give his opin- ny on the Avenue when I ion – whether I listen to it was in college and I loved it. I knew it would be the is questionable! perfect home for Sail to Sable's spring collection.

W HAT DOE S YOU R F IAN C É THI NK OF YO UR DE S I GN C H OI CES? DOE S H E GET TO W EI GH I N ?

W HAT I N S PIR ED YOU TO OPE N YO U R NEW G RE E N WI C H P OP - U P SHOP?

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WH O I S T H E U LT I M ATE SA I L TO SA BLE M U S E ?

Jackie Kennedy Onassis is a huge Sail to Sable muse.

W H AT ’S U P N EX T FO R SA I L TO SA BL E?

We have a lot in store for Sail to Sable this fall.

We will be launching a full line of cashmere and leather dresses, tweed jackets, and much more!

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MATCHBOOK QUESTIONNAIRE TEA OR COFFEE? Tea I COLLECT...

Herend figurines, pillows, and shells FAVORITE CITY? New

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SPRING OR FALL? Spring!

BLOOM OF CHOICE? Hydrangea STYLE ICON?

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Jackie Kennedy

CHINA PATTERN?

Hermes Balcon du Guadalquivir I’M LUSTING AFTER...

Chanel black boots I'm shopping the windows on Madison Avenue, heading to Connecticut to visit with friends, or hitting the beach.

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EST FRIENDS AND BUSINESS PARTNERS JILL MARTINELLI AND S A B I N E L E G U YA D E R KNOW A THING OR TWO A B O U T J E W E L R Y. T H E D U O MET WHILE STUDYING S C U L P T U R E A N D M E TA L S AT T H E M A S S AC H U S E T T S COLLEGE OF ART AND I N S T A N T LY B O N D E D O V E R THEIR UNUSUAL SHARED EXPERIENCES WORKING IN DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS. AFTER FINISHING THEIR STUDIES, JILL AND SABINE HOOFED IT TO NEW YORK TO CHASE T H E I R J E W E L R Y-M A K I N G DREAMS. THEIR INAUGURAL COLLECTION DEBUTED IN 2009, AND AFTER WINNING C O U N T L E S S L O YA L F A N S (A M O N G T H E M A C E R TA I N SOMEONE BY THE NAME BEYONCE), THEIR DESIGNS CAN NOW BE FOUND IN OVER THIRT Y LUXURY R E TA I L E R S W O R L D W I D E. W E DROPPED BY THE LADIES' B R O O K LY N D E S I G N S T U D I O TO SEE THEIR BLOWTORCH IN ACTION.

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YOU TWO MET IN ART SCHOOL IN MASSACHUSETTS AND E V E N T U A L LY B E C A M E R O O M M AT E S I N N E W Y O R K . W H AT WA S I T L I K E L AUNCHING A BUSINESS UNDER THE SAME ROOF?

Jill: To most people, living with your business partner probably sounds like the worst idea ever, but for us I think it really helped to build a solid foundation for our partnership and friendship. During those first four years or so we were together constantly.

We’ve gone through a lot.

We’ve essentially grown up together, and I think you can really see that in the evolution of our collections, as they’ve become more refined and more sophisticated over time.

to write its own story – which is how we discovered using the crushed stones that have become a signature of ours.

D O Y O U R B A C KG R O U N D S I N M E TA LW O R K A N D SCULPTURE INFLUENCE YOUR DESIGNS?

Sabine: Definitely! It’s really important to us that a piece looks as good off the body as it does on. This means that we pay close attention to details like weight, comfort, and wearability.

Having a background like ours is crucial to our execution.

W H AT D O E S Y O U R D E S I G N P R O C E S S E N TA I L ?

Jill: It varies greatly with each piece. Sometimes we will sketch first, but most of the time we will just start HOW DO YOU APPROACH THE BEGINNING OF EACH by making a rough model.

COLLECTION? The rough models help us to Jill: It’s a different approach better understand its scale, weight, and how it interacts every season, but the first with the body – then we stages of designing are always the most challenging. don’t waste time drawing ideas that aren’t going to We have to put ourselves work in 3-D. When making in a totally different frame models, we will either hand of mind, clear our heads, carve them out of wax, or and push ourselves to construct them out of metal. create and conceptualize openly without reservation. For example, if I want to make a piece that has flat Sometimes we will start planes, sharp angles, and with a general concept or inspiration, but most of the clean surfaces, I’d construct it out of metal. If I wanted time we will start by just freely making pieces with a to make something that is maybe rounded, more new material or technique dimensional, with more and allow that exploration matchbook

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detail and weight, I’d probably carve it out of wax and then cast it in metal.

From there, we would manipulate those models so they can become a ring, pendant, or bracelet.

HOW HAS THE COLLECTION C H A N G E D O R E V O LV E D SINCE YOUR L AUNCH?

Sabine: When we first launched the collection, a lot of our pieces were dark, organic, edgy, and had a somewhat macabre feeling to them. Over time, our line has become more refined.

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W H AT A C C E S S O R I E S A R E YOU MOST LOOKING F O R WA R D T O S P O R T I N G THIS SPRING?

Jill: I’m really into headbands right now. I’m excited to wear these big, woven straw headbands I got in Mexico. I’ll be wearing them with statement earrings, like our Lattice Lobe earrings or our fall/winter 2013 Cat-Eye Hoops.

Sabine: From Lady Grey, I’m definitely looking forward to wearing the Double Lattice Ring.

I’ve been switching from

wearing both rings on the same finger to wearing them side by side. I’m also looking forward to wearing my new wrap scarf by Upstate. It’s beautifully hand dyed using Shibori techniques.

L AUNCHING A BUSINESS REQUIRES WEARING MANY H AT S . H O W D O Y O U T W O SPLIT THE WORKLOAD?

Jill: We both do pretty much everything. We try to focus on our different strengths, whether they be design or operational, but it is important for us to know what the other is working on and communicate with each other so that one can pick up where the other left off, if need be.

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W H AT A R E Y O U R FAV O R I T E SPOTS IN GREENPOINT?

Sabine: One of my favorite spots to grab a burger is River Styx. Their special sauce speaks for itself!

Jill: I love Tørst; it’s a beer bar on Manhattan Avenue.

They have these tasty Belgian-style sour beers that are my favorite. Five Leaves is probably my go-to food spot. Early breakfast meetings there are a great way to start the day. And digging through the racks at People of Tomorrow – it is a new vintage shop near our studio where I’ve been spending way too much money.

W H AT D O Y O U L O V E M O S T ABOUT YOUR DESIGN STUDIO?

Jill: I love the vibe in here. It’s a workspace not a showroom – it’s loud, sometimes messy, and there is always a lot going on, so there is a strong creative energy. We try to keep a nice balance of personal decorative items within all the machinery and tools, so we are surrounded by the things we love. It’s motivation for the long, dirty work days.

W H AT ’ S C U R R E N T LY INSPIRING YOU?

Sabine: Spring is on my mind and I’ve become

fascinated by the paper collages by Mary Delany.

She started doing botanically correct collages at the age of seventy-two and produced more than 900 before she died. They are really intricate and beautiful.

Jill: Paintings by Melissa Carroll inspire me.

W H AT ’ S Y O U R M O S T TREASURED PIECE OF JEWELRY?

Sabine: My engagement ring Jill: My wedding rings and a diamond ring my Dad gave me years ago – they are the only jewels I never take off. matchbook

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JILL’S MATCHBOOK QUESTIONNAIRE

TEA OR COFFEE?

Coffee

I C O L L E C T...

Vintage light fixtures FAV O R I T E C I T Y ?

Oslo

S P R I N G O R FA L L ?

Spring

BLOOM OF CHOICE?

Parrot tulips

ST YLE ICON?

None

C H I N A PAT T E R N ?

Blue Willow

I ’ M L U S T I N G A F T E R ...

FW14 Celine Sandals MOST PRIZED POSSESSION?

At the moment, it’s my new Chervet bronze snake table.

GIRL CRUSH?

FKA Twigs

BOY CRUSH?

Joaquin Phoenix O N W E E K E N D S ...

I escape from the city!

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SABINE’S MATCHBOOK QUESTIONNAIRE

TEA OR COFFEE?

Coffee

I C O L L E C T. . .

Porcelain cat figurines FAV O R I T E C I T Y ?

NYC

S P R I N G O R FA L L ?

Spring

BLOOM OF CHOICE?

Blue sea holly ST YLE ICON?

My mother

C H I N A PAT T E R N ?

Solid color

I’M LUSTING AFTER...

Summer

MOST PRIZED POSSESSION?

A collection of almost 365 postcards that my fiancé sent to me during our “courtship.”

BOY CRUSH?

Young Gavin Rossdale ON WEEKENDS...

In winter: Hang out at my apartment and cook something.

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Paradise s PARK SLOPE

tationery designer Kacy Lubell is as stylish in person as she is on paper. In 2008, after countless design requests from family and friends, she decided to launch her own luxury stationery company, Letters Lubell, and the rest is gold foiled, letterpressed history. Inspired by everything from contemporary children's toys to timeless monograms, each of Kacy's romantic yet modern designs are carefully printed on eco-friendly cotton paper with rubber and soy-based inks.

From business cards to birth announcements, Kacy does it all and loyal customers have come to love her bespoke, collaborative approach. Matchbook spent a morning with the stationer (and her sweet pup, Lux) at the sunny Park Slope abode she shares with her husband and their two little boys.

Welcome to the impossibly chic world of Lubell. PHOTOGRAPHY BY RIMA BRINDAMOUR

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When did you first become interested in graphic design?

I’ve been interested in design as long as I can remember. As a kid, if I had colored pencils and a blank pad, I was content.

It organically evolved into a love of paper, color, and design.

When did you become interested in stationery, in particular?

Both my grandmother and mother instilled in me early on the importance of showing your gratitude with a handwritten note.

It was a requirement in our household. My grandmother was notorious for finishing her thank-you notes (addressed, sealed, and stamped) just hours after her guests left the party.

Are there any other fun stationery traditions they’ve passed down?

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My grandmother had a whole wall in her house dedicated to framed announcements and invitations. The very top had her wedding invitation, below that the birth announcements of her three

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What was your first design?

I designed my first set of stationery for my Bat Mitzvah – bubble-gum pink paper, black shiny ink, and a hand-drawn Roger Rabbit holding a KACY sign. True story!

Amazing! Today, how do you work with clients to develop custom stationery and invitations?

I always encourage clients to come to the table with some sort of visual inspiration. It can be anything from a piece of jewelry to a wallpaper swatch to a child’s action figure. I can transform

pretty much anything into paper correspondence!

What has been one of your favorite projects?

I love designing wedding invitations and birth announcements for my friends and family. In the end, it’s a keepsake – a little piece of history. I love being a part of that. matchbook

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Where do you look for new inspiration and ideas?

Everywhere! Around the city, at the beach in the summer, or while I’m shopping, traveling, or riding the subway...

You have two adorable little boys.

Have they inspired any creative projects?

Of course! Duke requested a yellow party last year for his third birthday. He came up with a list of yellow things for his invitation.

Without his direction I wouldn’t have ended up with an invite that had bananas, trucks, and submarines!

We share a love of the handwritten note. On what occasions do you send snail mail?

I always send handwritten notes and real paper party invitations.

I self-address all envelopes by hand. I never print address labels.

I value that tradition.

What does your personal stationery look like?

Currently, it’s gold-foiled monogram on super thick stock with a border. Simple and stunning.

We love your style. What is one of your favorite pieces?

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Kacy’s Park Slope Favorites 1 BACK TO THE LAND NATURAL MARKET It has the best juice bar.

I prefer the All Greens with lemon and ginger.

2 TALDE Our favorite restaurant. It’s Asian-American and so delish. Get the branzino and a cocktail.

3 CAFÉ MARTIN They have the best

coffee, and Martin is pretty chill, too.

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When my second son was only a few months old and we were struggling from sleep deprivation, my husband surprised me at the end of a very long day with a pair of Isabel Marant Dicker booties.

Needless to say, I love them.

What Letters Lubell style are you most excited about?

Do you have a go-to piece in your wardrobe?

I see lots of calligraphy, foil, and hopefully some new collaborations with other brands and designers. I’d love to reach a larger audience but still maintain the personal service my clients have come to expect and appreciate.

Chambray shirts.

What do you love most about your home?

The high ceilings and marble mantles.

I’m over the moon about our new foilstamped note cards. They should be available for order by May 1. Trés chic!

How do you hope Letters Lubell will evolve in the future?

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Kacy’s Matchbook Questionnaire TEA OR COFFEE? Coffee (Lots of it!)

I COLLECT...

Chairs and paperback novels FAVORITE CITY? Rio SPRING OR FALL? Spring BLOOM OF CHOICE? Juliet roses STYLE ICON? My grandmother CHINA PATTERN? None!

I’M LUSTING AFTER...

Lazy summer days and a good night’s sleep!

MOST PRIZED POSSESSION? My camera GIRL CRUSH? Bridget Bardot BOY CRUSH? Tracy Feith and Dan Lubell

FO L LOW L E T T ERS L UB ELL! Facebook • Instagram • Pinterest

ON WEEKENDS...

I like to cook big dinners for friends at night and host brunches in the morning with the kids. matchbook

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JUST MARRIED

L AUREN & NICK FEDOTOFF THE LOCATION... BoaVentura

de Caires Vineyards, Livermore, California WE MET... During my

freshman year at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and dated for nine years before getting engaged.

THE PROPOSAL... Our four

years in San Luis Obispo helped to instill in both of us a deep love of all things wine – which is why it was only fitting for Nick to propose at our favorite central coast winery, surrounded by family and close friends, during a weekend getaway.

IT FELT VERY "US" BECAUSE...

We asked my brother Jeff to officiate, which was a very memorable and meaningful part of our ceremony. We wrote our own vows and walked back down the aisle together to “The Way You Make Me Feel” as guests cheered and threw white rose petals.

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and lace decor of the wedding, and that asymmetrical chiffon flair at the bottom made dancing a blast!

IT FELT VERY "US" BECAUSE… It was

more of a party with crab cake, sushi stations, and a rock band.

WE HONEYMOONED IN…In Aruba

on Eagle Beach and it was the perfect romantic getaway.

Pristine turquoise waters, tropical cocktails, and gourmet food tours made for an adventurous and beautiful vacation.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY LORI HUNEKE OF IMAGES BY LORI

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JUST MARRIED

K ATHRYN BARNES & CONR AD NICHOL AS THE LOCATION... The White

Sassi Holford, an English Elephant Hotel, Nantucket, designer and one of the Massachusetts few remaining designers still producing dresses in England. She specializes WE MET... In London, through in classic styles and also work. I was sent to meet designed Autumn Kelly's him in reception on his first dress for her royal wedding. day of work. He told me afterward that on that first meeting he knew he was IT FELT VERY "US" BECAUSE… It going to marry me. was made up of our nearest and dearest family. It took away any pressure and felt THE PROPOSAL... After two very intimate. years together we made the decision to take a sabbatical from our stressful jobs WE HONEYMOONED IN… and travel through North Florida, Niagara Falls, and and South America in Maine! We initially had search of adventure. Our plans just to fly to Miami last stop was Hawaii for and drive to the Keys, but Christmas and New Year's. at the last minute decided On Christmas Day there to take on a big U.S. was a giant stocking filled road trip! with presents under our makeshift Christmas palm tree. When I got to the bottom of the stocking there was a small box. Conrad got down on one knee – I was gobsmacked! He said some very special things about creating a family together that made me cry and asked me to marry him – I said "Yes!" MY DRESS… Was designed by

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ODDS & ENDS

KATIE

& JANE

share their latest obsessions...

IKAT PLACE MAT, BARNEYS, $34

"Perfect for the spring table." KATIE

CIRE TRUDON LA GRANDE ERNESTO CANDLE, BARNEYS, $85 "A seriously handsome scent." KATIE

IRZI + DE LUCA GOLDPLATED LOBSTER EARRINGS, NET-A-PORTER, $230

"For a nautical-chic statement..." JANE

NANTUCKET PLACEMATS SET, SERENA AND LILY, $38 "Natural, textured pieces are ideal for alfresco affairs." JANE

HAVAIANAS + MARA HOFFMAN FLIP-FLOPS, $44

"Love this new collaboration! Now I just need to get to the beach..." KATIE 78

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FASHIONABLE SELBY, FURBISH, $38 "The

Selby captures beautiful, global street style in this, his latest tome."

JANE

BLACK SEMI-PAVÉ RING, JENNIE KWON DESIGNS, $470 ""Black diamonds

give this delicate ring a bit of edge." KATIE

FLUFFY CARDIGAN, H&M, $60 "This fun

cardigan easily transitions from day to night." JANE

ACRYLIC BOOKENDS, WISTERIA, $99 "Understatedly chic." KATIE

EDIBLE VIOLAS, TERRAIN, $12 "Perfect seasonal touch for a salad, dessert, or cocktail!" JANE

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