The Beauty of Home: Cabbages & Roses
Awash in soft shades of pink, this cozy, curtained nook not only beckons one to settle in for an afternoon of reading, it also serves as a perfect example of the design possibilities that lie within even the smallest of spaces when using signature fabrics from Cabbages & Roses. Discover inspiration for feathering one's nest from this quintessentially British brand at https://bit.ly/cabbages-roses.
January/February 2025 - Victoria
With its name derived from a fairy tale, it’s no wonder that the story of whimsical shop Prints Charming includes a serendipitous romance—one that arose in part thanks to Victoria. Discover more about this delightful shop and the pair who run it in our January/February issue. #botanicalprints #birds
The Art of Collecting
Our personal treasures—those thoughtfully acquired pieces that create a mood or call to mind a special memory—suffuse interiors with heart and soul. Take a peek inside the storybook cottage one designer has imbued with special memories in our hardcover book The Art of Collecting, available at https://bit.ly/artofcollectingbook.
Designer Mallory Smith’s Ideal Dwelling
Hidden away in the heart of Alabama, interior designer Mallory Smith’s home sits nestled in a haven brimming with elegant charm. Here, antique furnishings mingle with modern comforts, resulting in an abode that is both pleasing to the eye and inviting to the soul. Tour her French-inspired home at https://bit.ly/mallorysmithinterior.
January/February 2024
Like pages from a history book, the façade of one fifteenth-century French castle tells many stories. Through its doors, its tale now continues, having been brought back to life thanks to the care of one ardent decorator. Take a peek inside its glorious environs in our January/February issue, available at https://bit.ly/Jan-Feb-24.
The Art of Collecting
The Art of Collecting: Personal Treasures That Make a Home, a hardbound keepsake from the editors of Victoria magazine, brims with page after beautiful page of the variety of heirlooms that have illuminated our pages since the very first issue. This pretty parade of compositions offers both a visual treat and valuable information, as well as ideas for displaying your own cherished items and inspiration for all the collections yet to come. Collect your copy at https://victoriamag.com/product/the-art-of-collecting/.
Frost from the Sea: The Allure of Mother of Pearl
As pure as alabaster snowfall and as glimmering as the frosted landscape, mother-of-pearl has an unmistakable iridescent quality that mirrors all the romance of winter. And yet, this glossy collectible has seaside origins that allow for its flawless incorporation into warmer seasonal decor. Discover the myriad collectibles embellished with this exquisite material at the link.
The Alluring History of Inkwells - Victoria Magazine
Do you possess any inkwells in your stationery collection? Glistening upon the table like icicles dangling from eaves, inkwells carry not only an imaginative mystery about their past—such as what sentiments may have been written through their use—but also a captivating beauty in their present. These crystal capsules add doubtless charm to any corner of the home. Discover more of their alluring history at the link. #victoriamagazine #inkwells #stationery #lightacademia #antiques
Romantic Cottage 2024
Arranged like works of art, nineteenth-century hand-painted trays belonging to Lidy Baars of FrenchGardenHouse.com fill the corner with their rich patina and period charm. Learn the history of toleware and see more of Lidy's enchanting collection in our special Romantic Cottage issue at https://bit.ly/romantic-cottage-2024.
French Quarter Curios: Keil’s Antiques
Where do you enjoy antiquing? In the Crescent City, antiques stores dot the map like crystals hung from a grand chandelier. One—Keil's Antiques—stands out as a timeless bastion of elegance, being family owned and operated for nearly 125 years and recognized early on as a mecca for antiques in the South. Read more about this treasure trove at https://bit.ly/keils-antiques.
Always en Vogue: French Market Collection
Captivated by the intricate threads of ancient European textiles, each woven with a tender and artful hand, Peggy Richardson of French Market Collection has designed a panoply of home furnishings perfect for those who admire the beauty of bygone days. See more Gallic offerings from the brand at https://bit.ly/frenchmarketcollection.
Hamptons Respite: Kelli Delaney Kot’s Victorian Paradise - Victoria - Page 3
Sheltered beneath a trio of magnificent, century-old trees that lend their name to this picturesque property, Maple Shade is home to Kelli Delaney Kot, founder and editor-in-chief of KDHamptons: The Luxury Lifestyle Diary of the Hamptons, and her husband, Dr. Mark Kot. The Victorian-style abode typifies houses of that era, with a gabled roof, a turret, bay windows, and a façade wrapped in cedar-shake shingles. #chinoiserieinterior #blueandwhite #gingerjars #nancymeyershome
May/June Issue
The word "tapestry" may call to mind medieval fortresses of stone warmed by large hanging textile scenes. And yet, the art form has a far richer heritage, especially in the Gallic region, where Aubusson is still renowned as the highest quality. Glimpse an array of these storied works of art in our May/June issue, available at https://bit.ly/may-june-2024.
Four Must-Haves for the Dressing Table
Stealing away to nourish the skin, apply makeup, or enjoy quiet reflection refreshes both body and spirit. The radiance cultivated during these treasured moments often lasts far longer than the modicum of time set aside for such luxurious pleasures. Curate your own oasis from which to while away the morning in preparation, using our list of four necessities as inspiration. Discover our dressing table must-haves at https://bit.ly/dressing-table-necessities.
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