Out East

Summertime often evokes images of hedged lawns, bright blue pools, and shingled houses flanked by hydrangeas. Of course, what I am describing pretty much summarizes the homes out east. Even if you don’t have a chance to make your way to the coastal chic shores of the Hamptons, you can now transport yourself in a beautiful new book appropriately titled, Out East: Houses and Gardens of The Hamptons, written in an eloquent and inviting format by Jennifer Ash Rudick, a Southampton resident.

Out East takes you through some of the most historically well-known and picturesque homes of the Hamptons. From Harry and Laura Slatkin’s beautiful blue & white haven, to the completely redesigned and historically preserved home that formerly belonged to Millicent Rogers, Out East captures the beauty and the story behind one of the most coveted areas of the world.

Here is a sneak peak of Out East: Houses and Gardens of the Hamptons. The book is available July 11th.

To purchase: click here

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All photos by Tria Giovan.

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Tis’ The Wedding Season

Hi Friends! I am currently in a wedding marathon that will end come July. So sorry for the lack of posts! However, the one fabulous perk of having friends get married, not including the fact they have found their love, is that I can see all the hard work and beauty that reflects the couple’s taste. Well, let’s be honest, mainly just the bride’s taste. I wanted to share a few photos that I took from my friend’s wedding last weekend. There was a soft elegant ambience with beautiful touches of blue and white encompassed by lush greenery throughout. It was a really joyful occasion, as any wedding should be! #BeMineUihlein

*floral arrangements by The Garden Gate Dallas

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Perfect Vue

Recently in New Orleans, I had the opportunity to practice some yoga on the perfectly manicured lawn of the Longue Vue House & Gardens. While gazing up into the oak trees on an exceptional day with zero humidity, I found myself completely distracted by a stately and timeless home. The home was designed by Edith and Edgar Stern. They collaborated with Ellen Biddle Shipman and architects William and Geoffrey Platt, to create one of the last great American houses to be built during the Country Place Era. The Platt brothers took three years to build the home from 1939-1942. Shipman started to design Longue Vue’s gardens in 1935 and continued until her death in 1950.

The enchanting gardens and breathtaking estate were clearly designed with a labor of love that will look even more beautiful 100 years from now. Enjoy these pictures from a lovely day on the lawn of Longue Vue.

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Author Julia Reed’s Magnificent New Orleans Mansion

By: Emmy Berg

New Orleans – the land of wrought iron fences, hot jambalaya (Mrs. Doubtfire pun intended), swanky jazz music, and of course, beignets. But for the sake of this post and all things classically “New Orleans”, we will focus on the ironwork aesthetic.

Whether it be a stroll through the French Quarter, your favorite restaurants and bars, or the magnificent hotels that line the streets, the iron fences are an architectural staple that cannot be missed.

Although most buildings share certain elements in common, NOLA offers an array of structural designs. Ranging from the historic grand homes on St. Charles Avenue, the classic creole cottages, two-story townhomes, and of course timeless southern plantations.

But one of my favorites and TPB approved home in this iconic city is the effortlessly elegant white house in the Garden District that formerly belonged to author Julia Reed. The two-storied, large balconied home is the perfect balance of southern charm and modern influence.

The casual, airy layout of the home compliments the more traditional and formal décor. Large spacious rooms are filled with beautiful artwork and allow for the perfect backdrop for entertaining. One of the best features of the home is its exterior. Gorgeous landscape surrounds the entire house to ensure its rightful place in New Orleans’ Garden District.

Photos by William Waldron for Elle Decor and Pail Costello for Southern Living.

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The famous white house on First Street.

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Great Scott!

Last time I visited Scottsdale, it was the winter and the casitas were warm and the fire was hot. This weekend, it will be the summer and the casitas will probably still be warm and the outdoors will be even hotter. That said, I am so excited for a fun weekend celebrating a good friend.

In all honesty, there probably won’t be pretty white houses with black shutters and boxwood (not exactly the Arizona type of home). Arizona houses bring in the natural elements, often in a grandiose manner. Other times they are understated and no frills. I think I love this Scottsdale home by Michael S. Smith because it incorporates both the typical elements of a desert home, yet has a timeless and chic ambience. It is the best combination there is!

Be sure to check instagram stories for more snaps of my summer travel!

Photos of this home designed by Michael S. Smith are  by Scott Frances via Veranda.

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