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Vacation Destination: Costa Brava, Spain

It’s been in the mid-80’s in Los Angeles this week, the kids will be out of school soon, and heck, I need a vacation! Fabulous destinations always conjure up images of stylish settings and chic fashions that are the essence of what makes that location so special. With that in mind, On Madison is dreaming of faraway places and channeling design images that help us get away, at least in our imaginations!

Our first stop and suggestion: The beautiful  seaside of Costa Brava, Spain. This inky blue Mediterranean inspires our Spanish vacation fantasies. Chic and a little edgy, we are so ready to hit the tapas bars and explore the coast (decked out in Balenciaga, of course).

 

CostaBravaWhere to stay: The Praktik Rambla Hotel

What to wear: Roberto Cavalli sunglasses, Balenciaga thorn adorned heels, Balenciaga tote,

Get the look at home: Lorenzo Castillo giltwood mirror, BRABBU Mecca coffee table, Shell shaped armchairs

 

 

 
 

Rustic Glamour

I love the idea of the ying and yang. Black and white, silver and gold, smooth and rough. There’s something about the combination of polar opposites that creates energy and excitement far greater than using one element alone. The idea of purely rustic décor has never appealed to me much, but mix that rustic element with sophisticated materials such as metals, Lucite, or leather, and you’ve definitely gotten my attention.

I had the opportunity to talk at length with the charming Marina from Monolithvm Furniture yesterday. Handmade in Italy, their line got me thinking about how many of these pieces feel right at home in a beach, mountain, desert or city environment.

On Madison has assembled some of our fave pieces that exemplify the best of rustic chic. Do you have a favorite designer or piece that combines rustic with chic? Let us know in the comments below and we’ll be sure to take a look.

 

Bleunature Chairs Bleu nature Wingback Chair / Bleu nature Outline Armchair

Hudson-Furniture-New-York Hudson THE ROCK / Hudson Dipped Bar Stool / Hudson HOMMES table

Monolithvm-Tables

Monolithvm Diva Dining Table* / Monolithvm Table

*Many of Monolithum’s pieces utilize slabs of olive or walnut woods that date back to the 11th Century.

 
 

Edward Wormley: Midcentury Mix Master

“Modernism means freedom…freedom to mix, to choose, to change, to embrace the new but to hold fast to what is good.”

-Edward Wormley

Edward Wormley practiced this philosophy for over four decades as one of the most significant designers of the 20th century. Combining the finest materials with outstanding craftsmanship, Wormley’s designs quickly became iconic. He attended the Art Institute of Chicago and took his first job in the interior design studio of the Marshall Field & Company department store. In 1931 he was recruited by Dunbar and quickly became their Director of Design.

On Madison has assembled some beautiful examples of Edward Wormley’s designs. We can’t think of any better homage than to say his pieces are truly timeless.

 

 

Edward-Wormley furniture

From top to bottom, all vintage Edward Wormley: Dunbar Early Wing Chairs, Grey Oasis Sofa, Yellow Splayed Leg Ottoman, Dunbar Armchairs, Dunbar Chocolate colored Party Sofa, Dunbar Petite 2 drawer chest, Sculptural side table, Dunbar Wingback chair.

 
 

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