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Tableaux
There are only two things in this world of which I will never tire. One, cute animals. And two, vignettes. It’s true, nothing snaps me out of a bad mood faster than a cleverly styled tabletop or an otter eating lettuce on Youtube. Vignettes I love because they can be pulled together in minutes. I love them because everyday things – a branch from the yard, a child’s toy, a vintage teacup – always make them more interesting. I love them because they have personality. I love them because they’re artistic and inspirational. I love them because they make me happy … even sans otter.

A favorite vignette from my LA trip this spring.

Richard Holley | McAlpine, Booth & Ferrier

Lorenzo Castillo

Huntley & Co. (L&R) | Peter Vitale (center)

Huntley & Co. | Ellen DeGeneres

Jean-Louis Deniot

Huntley & Co. (L&R) | Elle Décor (center)

Elsie de Wolfe | David Hicks

Alexandra Kidd

Huntley & Co. | Ernesto Pigni

Sunday morning at chez Huntley | The National Museum of American History in DC


Darryl Carter | Lucinda Wharton | Horsch Interiors

Best tableau ever by A. Shaw Antiques at Highpoint.

Drop by the Luxe & Lucid Pinterest page for dozens of other gorgeous, brilliant vignettes.

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The Truth About Romance
Romance for me is all about atmosphere. It’s not necessarily defined by luxury and indulgence (although that works too). It’s more about a warmth that is at once alluring and thoughtful. And it can be found anywhere … Listening to a sexy mix on Pandora; alone on a cold night next to a roaring fire; at a breathtaking art exhibit; overlooking a misty river; in a tiny shop tucked away in a gritty part of London; or, of course, cozied up with your loved one in a hotel suite for the weekend. The misconception about romance is that it’s exclusive to those with a black Amex or a wedding band. It may smack a bit of “personal growth”, but romance is everywhere. We just have to recognize it when it’s in front of us.


Happy Valentine’s Day from Luxe & Lucid, XO



* All photos c/o T. Huntley save row 3, image 3. Thank you Paola Kudacki & husband James Penfold for being the sexiest, most inspiring couple on the planet.






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