Tête-à-Tête

Read Charlotte's most recent article for ArchitecturalDigest.com now. I spend a lot of time on the move on business trips for client work, lectures, and personal travel. The best trips are those [...]

Tall, regal, intelligent, and mysterious, Evangeline Bruce was one of America’s greatest “ambassadresses.” As an author, diplomats daughter, and the wife of a diplomat as well, she combined the best [...]

It’s no secret that when the leaves start to turn and the weather begins to change we are all reminded of the reasons why fall is one of our favorite [...]

Bunny Mellon, Oak Spring, Virginia There are certain women that carry on each day with an easy, effortless style no matter what they are doing, where they are, and most importantly even [...]

Bonnie Cashin, the self-made fashion designer was best known for her work with Coach in the 1960’s. Cashin introduced a whole new world to the modern woman: ponchos, kimonos, tunics [...]

Architect, set and interior designer, Renzo Mongiardino, the Merlin of decoration, would have been 100 years old this month.  Known as “The Architect of Illusion” and “creator of ambiance,” he [...]