Interiors: Jamie Drake’s Swank New Digs

With sweeping views of the Hudson, fabulously tall ceilings, and a car elevator, Jamie Drake’s new apartment could easily be deemed spectacular before design work even began. But leave it to Jamie to up the ante with luxurious finishes and his trademark use of color. The result is a swank pad perfect for entertaining.

As a non-cook, Jamie designed the kitchen more for hanging out than food prep, "What I really wanted was for the kitchen to be a very glamorous wet bar." And so, the designer created a two-tiered island with gold-leafed cabinetry, an overlapping Corian table, and plenty of space for cocktails.

The master suite is just as glam in shades of gray, coral, and peach – a quiet place to unwind after a long night's affair.

Images: William Waldron, Architectural Digest

Interiors: Mid-Century Modern Monday

After a night of Mad Men, a girl can’t help but be in a mid-century modern frame of mind. And so, today’s post features this shaggy chic master bedroom by Jamie Bush. While the room is fairly neutral, it has just enough spunk to keep it interesting.

Now, you’ll never hear me call it Mad Men Style. After all, you can’t name an entire period of history after a TV show. But there is something to be said in how the era is presented… sexy, sophisticated, and always unapologetic.

Images: Jamie Bush & Co.

Weekend Reading

Happy Saturday! If you’re in the mood for some light reading to cap off a long work week, this post is for you! Both Lonny and Rue Magazines recently published their May issues. Each is filled with season-appropriate eye candy, so head on over and be inspired. You may even find some cool entertaining tips for your Mother’s Day soiree. Speaking of…

I'd be remiss if I didn’t send a warm and fuzzy "Happy Mother's Day" to all the mommies out there. Mothers are the glue of the universe! Where would we be without them?

Read: Rue's Pacific Northwest Issue & Lonny's Spring Entertaining Special
Image: Lonny

Friday Fashion: 2013 Met Gala Fave

For those who follow on Twitter, my pick for the Met Gala’s best dressed was probably obvious. Although I tried to remain objective, reviewing slideshows and opinions in the days following, I keep coming back to the gut reaction elicited by her red carpet interview. In that moment, I simply tweeted: SJP #metgala. And honestly, what more needs to be said???

Gold Painted Ball Gown by Giles Deacon and velvet tartan boots by Christian Louboutin

Fishtail braid updo with Philip Treacy headpiece

Ok. Perhaps, I should add a few more words to explain why SJP's look is so fabulous. Monday's gala celebrated the new Costume Institute exhibit, PUNK: Chaos to Couture. Sarah not only embraced the theme, she embodied it – high fashion punk pieced together in an unexpected way. Her choices were chicly subversive and anti-pop-establishment. In fact, some didn’t get it at all, which only makes the look even more perfect!

Jewelry by Fred Leighton

Images: (1,3-5) Getty, (2) Rex Features

Interiors: Catherine Kwong’s Rock ‘n Roll Hideaway

When pics of the 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase began to surface, this room by designer Catherine Kwong immediately made my short list of favorites. It has all the elements I love. Mixing old with new, streamlined with ornate… it's modern glamour done right! Catherine took inspiration from Mick and Bianca Jagger’s wild days, mixing luxe materials and rock-inspired accessories to create a super chic living space.

"I wanted the room to be just like Mick and Bianca: luxe and decadent, but with a rock 'n roll edge." - Catherine Kwong

Created by Stancil Studios (kudos, Stancil!), the painted floors were inspired by Cy Twombly's iconic work. They add edge, drama, and a contemporary counterpoint to the ceiling’s intricate detail. Needless to say, I love the look. If this floor was a canvas, it would be hanging in my living room.

Is this room not fantastic?!

Images: Bess Friday (see more)