Yearly archives for 2012

Antique Inspirations~ Quick Floral Designs

Antique Letter EngravingSince I have worked in the antique and design business for over 20 years, I know the importance of staying inspired.  Even when you are surrounded by beautiful antique furniture and art it is possible to lose the spark of motivation.  It is therefore important to see the artistry in even the simplest things and to start each week with new ideas ~ all to foster and maintain one’s eloquence in design.  No matter now great or subtle the inspiration, one cannot overstate its continuous impact.

Antiques and floral display

This week my inspiration came in the box of roses my sweet mother sent us for our wedding anniversary (this year we celebrated our 26th).  A dozen long stemmed roses in mixed colors arrived, giving me an idea for two quick and simple floral designs.

Antiques and roses: Before First, I picked some greenery fillers from my garden to add texture.  Using my grandmother’s two hand-cut crystal vases; I separated the roses into two color schemes.  When the stems are cut short and the roses packed tightly, the arrangement will last a lot longer.  Such arrangements are also easy to place just about anywhere in your home.  One arrangement looked great in our living room and the other in the bedroom.

Antiques and rosesAntiques and roses Seeing the roses in small antique family heirloom vases inspires me even today, and reminds me of all the times I saw each vase on my grandmother’s table as she lovingly arranged fresh flowers in them to celebrate special days.

Antiques and Roses Antiques and Roses

Voila!  Enjoy, and have a great week!

Antiques in Style ~ A Renaissance in Fashion

Antique Letter EngravingSeptember is here, and fall is fast approaching while the end of the summer hangs heavy in the air.  Early autumn in the South is almost like an extension of the balmy summers, but we can look forward to the promise of cooler evenings and crisp mornings ahead.  We also begin to think about family gatherings, holidays and fall decorating.

I started our fall season with my Antiques in Style column ~ which appears in Grand Luxe Magazine ~ about Renaissance inspirations in fashion.  The article is based on my blog about the Dolce & Gabbana fashion show in which we participated earlier this year.  Countless artists and designers have embraced Renaissance inspirations over the centuries, and today we look to all antique styles as creative key elements in our fashions and interiors.  My column will often reflect the theme of the magazine, such as this month’s issue, in which fashion was the focus.  The exciting fall introductions from the always-incredible Dolce and Gabbana collection came to mind.  I truly appreciate the photos that D&G provided to us to feature in this article.

Inessa Stewart's Antiques in Grand Luxe Magazine

Inessa Stewart's Antiques in Grand Luxe Magazine

The September issue of Grand Luxe Magazine also focuses on the annual Cattle Baron’s Ball, an amazing charity benefitting The American Cancer Society.  In past years we have worked closely with this remarkable group of philanthropists that generously donate their time to this sublimely worthwhile cause.  This year the Cattle Baron’s Ball is at the iconic South Fork Ranch which is the location of the newly reborn television series, Dallas.  The event will no doubt be amazing and features recording artist Blake Shelton.

To find out more, and to read this latest issue of the Grand Luxe Magazine, click HERE.

Antique Flourish Engraving

Wishing you a wonderful Fall ~ in Fashion!

Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Special Purchase in This Old House

Antique Letter EngravingIt’s now been almost 22 years ago when we started our antique and interiors business.   As you know, we are constantly searching for unique antiques, but also well-designed furniture of high quality and exceptional value.  Our search for home furnishings, inspired by the best European designs from the best manufacturers, sometimes includes our own exclusive designs ~ all with our exceptional pricing.

Slip-Covered Country French Parsons Chair

Our efforts have not gone unnoticed, as one of our Special Purchase items was just recently featured as an Editor’s Pick by This Old House Magazine’s September 2012 edition.  The item was our Slip-Covered Country French Parsons Chair.  It was exiting to get a call from the renowned New York magazine and hear that in their nationwide search for stylish, inspired furniture products, we were selected to grace the Editor’s Pick article.

Slip-Covered Country French Parsons Chair

This chair has been a great addition to our lines, and is perfect for vintage, antique and traditional settings.  The clean lines represent the best of classic design with a fresh draped linen slip-covering accented by a mattress-ticking stripe.  We also love this look, paired with antique farm and trestle tables, as a great way to add texture (as well as comfort) to your antique-inspired interior.

Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Special Purchase is a concept we developed to focus on the value of our buying power.  With three showrooms in two states, and having been around for so long, we have built up a superb group of resources that appreciate our buying power, and reward it with excellent pricing, which we can pass on to our customers.  Every day we are adding more and more to our website, so it’s important to check often so you don’t miss anything!  Click here to see more Special Purchase items and enjoy savings in style.

Inessa Stewart's Antiques

 Inessa Stewart

Antiques in Style is a source of joy for me to create, and hopefully will be a source of inspiration for you! The variety, artistry and history of the antiques and vintage pieces that surround us every day provide pleasure, beauty and sometimes even intrigue.

The classics never go out of style, and each era, country, and even artisan's interpretations create an environment that is always full of surprises.

It is truly a pleasure to bring such timeless style together for every client and follower of my blog. And of course, your input is always welcome!

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