Color Wheel: Pier Antiques Show ~ Metal Love

As a continuation from my first post on the Pier Antiques Show yesterday, today focuses on a Metallic inspired Color Wheel..

So many great pieces stood out from this show - whether furniture like this pair of unique metal and wood stained bookshelves fantastically built and entirely customizable..

to this amazing looking "valet" in wood and bronze - (which I would have brought home but sadly was scooped up a few minutes before I got there), and the magazine or wood base in leather and bronze..

Bronze was most definitely in every stand as a strong statement piece or as interesting accessories that would be a great addition to any bookshelf or table top display.

Jewelry, whether costume or vintage and couture, was calling out to me at every turn. Having a very hard time concentrating on the task at hand and so a little pit stop to try on this necklace that caught my eye .. ended up with another, but still kind of like this one!

From gold to silver, with more attention to some fantastic silver accent pieces.
The open fret work detail on this basket was fantastic..

These place cards would have added an amazing touch to any table setting..
whether a little whimsical (or perhaps Halloween inspired with the Charlotte's Web version or the set of silver parasols for a summer dinner party ..

throw in this set of knives..

and this GORGEOUS pair of candle holders in silver from the late 1950's...

and the table is set!

Hope you enjoyed the Pier Antiques Show recap, I hope to share a few of my finds from the Architectural Digest Show which I am at as you read this post.

Stay tuned for more...




*all images were taken by me for this post. Leave me a comment if you need any extra information on any of the pieces shown.

1-2-3: Pier Antiques Show Recap - Part 1

It was such an unexpected surprise to visit the Pier Antiques Show which hosts over 500 exhibitors, along the Hudson River this weekend.

Organized by Stella Shows and sponsored by the fabulous *VandM* who I got the chance to meet up with and talk "design" while there, as well as all of the fashion forward and design conscious shoppers from all around the globe.

It was a full house!

The show is loosely laid out by areas:

1. Classical & Formal (Fine Art, Furniture, Porcelain & Silver..)

2. Americana & Decorative Arts Collectibles

3. 20th C Modern (Art Deco, 1940s-60's, Glass, Costume Jewelery..)

4. Fashion Alley (this was a vintage wonderland!)

5. Book Alley (new this year; prints, collectible art / prints - books)

The halls were packed.. many of the pieces were sold by the time I got to them (which was not late at all, but a great sign for all the vendors) and a really nice welcome to those attending was the interactive areas which allowed the public to participate and use the pieces on sale.


One in particular stood out with the sounds of "clickety-click" echoing through the halls from the Kasbah Mod "Type-In" exhibition of vintage / antique typewriters. A little Mad Men inspired and motivated to use them and type a letter *old school*. They would mail the letter for you. 

Another area was provided by "Sisters on the Fly" Vintage Trailers which was inviting and had a large crowd gathering and lounging throughout. One for my Bucket List - travel in a vintage trailer across the US, so I was excited to get a look at these.


Also an extra added bonus, and as some of you may know, appraisals by Gary Sohmers & Gordon Converse who have appeared as appraisers on PBS’ Antiques Roadshow (one of my favorites!) were on call for the public.

So as Part 1 of my Pier Antiques Show recap, here are a few of my Top Picks.

Tomorrow, the Pier Antiques Show coverage continues with a *Color Wheel* inspired post.



*all images taken by me for the post. If you want any additional information about any of these pieces, leave a comment and I will be happy to get it to you.

Peek-a-Boo: Bath Time Fun

Visiting a few conferences and trade fairs in a row.. plus the busy life of an interior designer (and dare I say it ..."a mom") can make you begin to feel the aches and pains. No complaints (AT ALL) but..  when you start looking at images of bath tubs and feel a pang of envy, you know that maybe your body is trying to tell you something!



A Peek-a-Boo look at some of the bath tubs I wouldn't mind soaking in ..

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I see a theme brewing.. I like cleaner bathrooms I think and most definately must have a window - a little private garden would be nice, but considering I live in New York, I won't hold my breath.

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 A lillte romance, a fireplace or maybe some candles hits the spot too I think.

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 Love, Love, Love the idea of having your own sink but meeting in the tub - how divine!

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and finally the absolute divine uber luxury of this bathroom - the space, the love seat, the lighting and view, with a private dressing table and all. I would be in heaven (and probably never leave my bathroom!)

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For more Bath Time fun, visit my Pinterest board ...


More this week from my Pier Antiques Show roundup and my trip to the Architectural Digest Show later on this week.