The combination of a classic French pied-a-terre appointed with decidedly modern elements is, for me at least, irresistible. Throw in a 1940’s sofa upholstered in leopard and turquoise, and you’ve really got my attention. These ultra chic digs belong to Almine Rech, a Paris gallery owner, who has steadily cultivated a diverse stable of both young and established artists, since mounting her first show in 1990 in Paris’ Marais district. Her apartment, in Paris’ genteel 16th arrondisement, features works by many of the artists she represents. The bronze “garbage bag” is actually a sculpture by Gavin Turk, an artist whom Rech represents.
Spring 2015 Trends: Love It In Leather
I make no secret that I love leather. Leather, hair-on-hide, suede, fur—I mean is there anything more luxurious? Thankfully, leather is a Spring must-have. But this season, leathers are shown in paler, softer shades that echo Spring’s quiet arrival. In shades of nude, cream, soft grays and pale taupes. Leather can say Springtime as well as floral.
On Madison has put together a collage of our favorite leather looks both in fashion and home décor that will usher in modern Spring chic.
Gorgeous leather runway looks from Prabal Garung and Celine.
Redford House’s Manhattan chair in a nude pebbled leather and hand-forged blackened iron frame.
Fur, leather, and pops of color in Vance Burke’s Palm Spring’s residence.
Spring 2015 Trends: Modern Floral
Spring 2015’s Modern Floral trend: If you follow this blog, you’ll know that I don’t generally show many florals. Florals, especially small scale florals or certain colors of florals, feel excessively feminine and, for me at least, don’t generally make my list of timeless design.
But this Spring, florals are here with a vengeance. I’m talking big, bold, edgy modern florals that are not one bit girly or fussy. On Madison has assembled our favorite uses of flower power that announce Spring is here in the chicest possible way!
A modern floral take on the Spring 2015 runway by Michael Kors
Ole Studio’s floral but not overly girly or fussy “Delanie” Mirror
Jonathan Adler‘s modern take on a floral.
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