Whether the weather outside is warm and balmy or frightfully chilly, it’s always nice to curl up indoors with a throw and read a freshly delivered magazine, or just use one to add a dash of color to a favorite chair. Here are a few that I adore no matter the season.
These hand-loomed cotton throws from Dash & Albert are reversible and the perfect weight for summer. I eye them at Star Provisions every time I visit but I haven’t sprung for one just yet. Be sure to also get some tasty goodies to go when you stop in. $117 each at Star Provisions, 1198 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta 30318. (404) 365-0410; starprovisions.com
B.D. Jeffries always stocks a wonderful range of gifts and housewares, and its throws are no exception. I’m currently smitten with this peacock blue number from DwellStudio, its rich hue recalling the stunning guest house office fashioned by Bungalow Classic for our 2009 Christmas House. This baby alpaca-and-wool blend is called the “Cubist” for its arty appearance. $200 at B.D. Jeffries, 3736 Roswell Rd., Suite B, Atlanta 30342. (404) 231-3004; bdjeffries.com
My early years as an equestrian cause me to love anything remotely equine in nature. This overscaled Polo logo is prominent enough to fuel my fancies and the throw has a heavenly texture thanks to its wool-cashmere blend. Available in black and gray or camel and cream. $795 at OwenLawrence, 1200 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta 30318. (404) 355-6101; owenlawrence.com
The Sferra event at Mrs. Howard on Tuesday had me pining for my favorite “Celine” herringbone throws again. These brushed cotton beauties are available in nine subtle shades for just $68 each. Available at Mrs. Howard, 425 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 23, Atlanta 30305. (404) 816-3830; phoebehoward.net
Gretel, a gorgeous Web site for chic modern wares that our Senior Editor at Large, Heather J. Paper, recently showed me, carries throws from the likes of Donna Wilson and Designers Guild that are a far cry from the ordinary. I’ve fallen for this alpaca-and-lambswool “Levantine Driftwood Throw” for its comfy texture and stunning scheme of soft, muted shades. $198, gretelhome.com
Now the only thing I need is a new picnic blanket so that I can enjoy the warm spring days in Piedmont Park! I’m dying to play croquet one afternoon and pop a bottle of prosecco with the girls. If you have any tips for cute outdoor blankets you’ve spotted around town, send them my way!
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Visit Emily Amy Gallery for a cocktail fundraiser benefitting Haiti
Tastemakers Help Haiti
The devastation caused by the recent earthquake in Haiti may have caused immeasurable damage to a nation, but thankfully, it has also encouraged aid from so many generous people in the U.S. and abroad. Here are just a few stylish events we’ve uncovered in Atlanta that offer you a fun way to get involved and raise money for this deserving cause:
Stop in at the new Midtown lounge Aurum—designed by local design luminary Michael Habachy—on Saturday, January 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. for a fundraising drive replete with tasty appetizers and industry faces. Food will be provided by restaurants such as Silk, Pacific Grill, Hsu’s, Alon’s Shaun’s and Loca Luna, while raffle prizes from local businesses OwenLawrence, Blue MedSpa, Spice Market, The W Midtown, MetroFresh, Shaun’s Edgewood Social Club, Lupe Taqueria, Top Flr, Alon’s, P’cheen International Bistro & Pub, James Madison Salon, Habachy Designs and mcuh more will be up for grabs. Your in-kind donation, which will go toward your choice of three charities—CARE International, Partners in Health, and Save the Children—is your ticket in.
At the Environment Furniture showroom on the Westside, all sales of BRANDAID artwork will go toward Haitian relief efforts. Prices for the works, which feature the art of local Haitan artisans, start at $120. This promotion also applies to Environment’s New York, Los Angeles and Costa Mesa showrooms.
Andy Alibaksh and Arnaud Michele, owners of the Amuse!, Anise, Café Diem, Après Diem, Carpe Diem, Village Plaza and Carroll Street Café family of restaurants, are hosting a special dine-out event to aid the Haitian relief efforts. On Tuesday, January 26, 20 percent of all purchases on your bill at these participating restaurants will go toward Doctors Without Borders, currently aiding Haitian disaster survivors. Visit the link to the event on Facebook to make your R.S.V.P. official.
Visit Emily Amy Gallery on the Westside for the Aide Haiti for a cocktail fundraiser on Friday, January 29 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Proceeds from this auction of art and exclusive items from local businesses will go to Care.org and Habitat for Humanity, both providing immediate and long-term relief to the people of Haiti.
The devastation caused by the recent earthquake in Haiti may have caused immeasurable damage to a nation, but thankfully, it has also encouraged aid from so many generous people in the U.S. and abroad. Here are just a few stylish events we’ve uncovered in Atlanta that offer you a fun way to get involved and raise money for this deserving cause:
- Stop in at the new Midtown lounge Aurum—designed by local design luminary Michael Habachy—on Saturday, January 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. for Unite! for Haiti, a fundraising drive conspicuously stocked with tasty appetizers and industry faces. Food will be provided by restaurants such as Silk, Pacific Grill, Hsu’s, Alon’s, Shaun’s and Loca Luna, while raffle prizes from local businesses OwenLawrence, Blue MedSpa, Spice Market, the W Atlanta – Midtown, MetroFresh, Shaun’s Edgewood Social Club, Lupe Taqueria, Top Flr, Alon’s, P’cheen International Bistro & Pub, James Madison Salon, Habachy Designs and much more will be up for grabs. Your in-kind donation, which will go toward your choice of three charities—CARE International, Partners in Health and Save the Children—is your ticket in. Visit the link to the event on Facebook to make your R.S.V.P. official.
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- At the Environment Furniture showroom on the Westside, all sales of BRANDAID artwork will go toward Haitian relief efforts. Prices for the works, which feature the art of Haitan artisans, start at $120. This promotion also applies to Environment’s New York, Los Angeles and Costa Mesa showrooms.
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- Andy Alibaksh and Arnaud Michele, owners of the Amuse!, Anis Bistro, Café Diem, Après Diem, Carpe Diem, Village Plaza and Carroll Street Café family of restaurants, are hosting a special dine-out event to aid the Haitian relief efforts. On Tuesday, January 26, 20 percent of all purchases on your bill at these participating restaurants will go toward Doctors Without Borders, currently aiding Haitian disaster survivors.Â
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- Visit Emily Amy Gallery on the Westside for the Aide Haiti cocktail fundraiser on Friday, January 29 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Proceeds from this auction of art and exclusive items from local businesses will go to CARE International and Habitat for Humanity, both providing immediate and long-term relief to the people of Haiti.
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