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The Well Appointed House by Melissa Hawks
wellappointedhouse.blogspot.com
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A blog dedicated to The Well Appointed House written by Melissa Hawks (Owner) and Gabby Katz (Assistant Account Excutive) and guest bloggers. Articles centered around lifestyle, parenting, social life, fashion, home decor, and New York City metro living as it applies to The Well Appointed House and what the brand represents.
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Kips Bay Decorator Show House 2012 - The Cabana by Scott Sanders

A smile came over my face as soon as I entered Scott Sanders Cabana inspired room!  It reminded me of the kind of space I would design for a Palm Beach courtyard-style beach house – or even my c...

1 day ago

2012 Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse Post #2: Charlotte Moss Goes "Behind the Hedge" - Blogfest

This is a follow up post on the Press Preview I had of the 2012 Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse last week as part of Blogfest. I’ve  long been a fan of designer and collector extraordinaire, Charlo...

4 days ago

Kips Bay 40th Annual Decorator Showhouse 2012: Part 1 - Kitchen and Breakfast Room by Robert Schwar...

Ive tried to attend the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club Decorator Show House every year that Ive lived in the NYC area.  I have attended most years and I am never disappointed!  This year ma...

6 days ago

Blogfest 2012 and Style Spotting at ICFF - International Contemporary Furniture Fair 2012

I have just spent the past two days at Blogfest 2012 in New York City.  It is my second year attending the event, which is sponsored by Kravet, Lee Jofa and Brunschwig & Fils.  This yea...

23 may 12

Fabulous Teacher Gifts

Its that time of year and were in the homestretch before the end of the school year.  Here are some quick ideas for fabulous teacher gifts.  If youd like to order any of these, email us. &n...

21 may 12

Summer Handbags Under $1000

Weve been perusing the fashion magazines and have selected some of our favorite designer handbags for Summer 2012! We love the Jimmy Choo Capri Small Shopper.  Its got a glittering finish, zebra...

16 may 12

My Preview of Justin Timberlakes HomeMint Collection

Yesterday,  I was in New York City where I visited with international style icon and superstar Justin Timberlake and his interior designer, Estee Stanley, to preview their new collection of home...

11 may 12

Heading to the City to See Justin Timberlake & Met Gala Fashions

We thought about doing a blog post on the top fashions of the MET gala this week in NYC, but I knew that every magazine and blogger around would do so.  Instead, I wanted to take a look at any i...

09 may 12

The Womens Committee of the Central Park Conservancys Thirtieth Annual Frederick Law Olmsted Awards...

Today was the Thirtieth Annual Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon in the Conservatory Garden in Central Park -  and though it rained again this year, philanthropic ladies and gentleman from N...

09 may 12

Winner of our $150 Gift Card Giveaway

The winner of our latest $150 gift card giveaway is Christine of "Fresh Local and Best".  Please email us to collect your winning coupon!  We appreciate all of you following.  ...

09 may 12

New Wastebaskets!

Im always on the lookout for fun, colorful and sophisticated wastebaskets for my retail site, The Well Appointed House.  I always say that there are a few things to quickly spruce up your home f...

09 may 12

Our Chalkboard Globe Featured In Junes Oprah Magazine - on the O List!

Its always fun when Oprahs people come calling, and we couldnt be more thrilled to see our Chalkboard Globe featured in the June issue of her magazine, Oprah Magazine.  Oprah and her team of edi...

09 may 12

$150 Gift Card Giveaway!

We almost forgot!  We are overdue for our $150 gift card drawing to The Well Appointed House!  In order to enter to win, you must be a follower of this blog (we check) and post a comment be...

03 may 12

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01 may 12

Fabulous Beach House Decor for Summer of 2012!

YOU DONT KNOW HOW MANY FRIENDS YOU HAVE UNTIL YOUVE GOT A BEACH HOUSE!Have you heard that before?!  We have!  If you have a beach house or summer cottage and are starting to shop for the su...

24 apr 12

Jeffrey Bilhuber in Greenwich

The Greenwich Historical Society celebrated interior designer Jeffrey Bilhuber here in Greenwich last week at a beautiful luncheon held at the Belle Haven club.   The event chairs...

23 apr 12

Bunny Williams is Opening Pop-Up Shop in NYC!

We all love Bunny Williams (I enjoyed seeing her in LA last month at the Design Bloggers Conference).  Its exciting to hear that she will be opening a pop-up shop at 306 East 61st Street (4th Fl...

19 apr 12

Interior Design Updates: 2012 Kips Bay Showhouse, LuLu DK Child for Schumacher, High Point Market W...

Here are some updates on whats happening in the interior design world this week: Kips Bay Showhouse Announced the 2012 Dates and Designers The much-loved and celebrated designer Bunny Williams will b...

15 apr 12

The Secrets of the Little Black Jacket by Chanel

If youve ever wondered what goes into the creation of the Little Black Jacket by Chanel, watch this video!  It is spectacular!  Enjoy! ~ Melissa Hawks

14 apr 12

Reusing Gracie Wallpaper

When I installed Gracie hand painted wallpaper in my previous home, in Westchester, I had it backed in muslin fabric with the thought that if I ever so desired, I could take down the paper and reuse ...

10 apr 12

Style Spy: Taylor Tomasi-Hill

Its no secret that editors are New Yorks celebrities.  We live for sightings of the arbiters of cool -- constantly checking street style blogs like Tommy Tons on style.com for a glimpse of the c...

10 apr 12

Oscar de la Renta Childrens Collection Has Launched!

Oscar de la Renta has launched his first childrens collection.   The legendary designer is bringing his signature feminine style to the kiddie set just in time for Easter and Spring Cotillions. ...

27 mar 12

Sale at The Well Appointed House! This Week!

Save 20% now at www.wellappointedhouse.com !

26 mar 12

Kate Moss at the Ritz Paris

I received an email in my inbox yesterday from Vogue with the subject "Kate Moss at the Ritz Paris".  I had to open it, because it brought back a memory of staying at the Ritz Paris just...

22 mar 12

Fiat Jolly - The Ultimate Beach Ride!

One of my favorite blog entries from the past was the one I did on Nantucket beach cars.  I took the photos myself and had a lot of fun when I was on Nantucket grabbing my camera when I spotted ...

21 mar 12

Pin It to Win It! Enter our Fantasy Patio & Garden Contest

Join us on Pinterest!  Pin it to Win it! Pin your favorite patio and garden items from The Well Appointed House (www.wellappointedhouse.com) on Pintrest and organize your board for us according ...

16 mar 12

Tory Burchs Southampton Home

If you dont subscribe to Vogue, youve surely missed the fabulous spread by Hamish Bowles on Tory Burchs elegant Southampton home.  Im always impressed by women who stylishly balance family and c...

11 mar 12

Gracie Glamour

Those of you who regularly read the blog, may recall that I am a big fan of Gracie wallpaper.  I had it in the dining room of my previous home in Westchester.  I had it backed in muslin and...

07 mar 12

Stairway to Style

Stairways are literally the connecting force in the house, which means they are the perfect spot to define your homes style and leave an impact. Here are some examples of homeowners who got it right ...

06 mar 12

Downton Abbey Mania

When Ralph Lauren chose the theme to PBSs Downton Abbey to open his Fall 2012 show it was official.  The world has gone crazy for the British period drama centered around a wealthy family a...

05 mar 12

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