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Dallas in 48 Hours

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A few days in Dallas is a wonderful shot in the arm, especially come the end of January….and especially with 75° weather! Having already enjoyed some celebratory book events for Living… Read More

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Super Secret Storage: Hidden in Plain Sight

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“I have far too much storage space.  ~Said no-one ever.”  Truer words were never spoken! In my family, growing up Southern was all about entertaining, so it was imperative early… Read More

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Sleeping with Louis (XV)

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When asked to designate my favorite piece of furniture in our home, I become very nostalgic in recalling the original setting for this particular piece – a lit a’ la… Read More

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The “Sole” of the Garden

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The Sole of the Garden

Did you know that Christian Louboutin, footwear designer to the Stars, also makes men’s shoes–even as large as size 13? Not until a very witty friend, Kent Russell ( garden… Read More

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The Art of Style: the Jacqueline de Ribes Costume Exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Dresses - Design

The Costume exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum in New York are world-renowned–and justifiably so–for presenting designs of those who adhere to their own principles of individuality and style. Fortuitously, the… Read More

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Toss the Scale! (And other January Wellness Tips)

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There are no coincidences. While I was searching for notes on a kitchen faucet that needed replacing, I “chanced” upon an old file. curious, I opened it — and couldn’t… Read More

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An Overlook of 2015: the Essence of Private Newport Style

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An Overlook of 2015: the Essence of Private Newport Style

Swimming along into 2016 but lets take a peek back at 2015.Here they are–your favorites and ours … 21 Images that Capture the Essence ofPrivate Newport Style Wishing you many… Read More

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New York for the Holidays: Favorite City Views

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New York City

New York for the holidays–there’s no place quite like it. Treat yourself to sights that will linger as memories for many years. The colorfully-bedecked tree at Rockefeller Center, framed by… Read More

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New York for the Holidays: Windows and Wonders

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New York for the Holidays: Windows and Wonders

“It’s the most beautiful time of the year.” …and no city in the world sports a Christmas spirit and aesthetic like New York. It is positively magical! Spending time (even… Read More

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O Christmas Tree: Dressed for the Occasion

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Christmas Tree: Dressed for the Occasion

One of our favorite traditions at Christmas, and I’m betting yours too, is picking out our Christmas tree. Heading “up island” on the Friday after Thanksgiving to one of the… Read More

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Tucked quietly beside Bellevue Avenue, Parterre feels less like a garden and more like a hidden world waiting behind the gates.

One of Newport’s most enchanting private estates, where old-world beauty, manicured paths, and timeless details still quietly exist beyond the hedges🌿

Save this for your future Newport walk👟

#privatenewport #newportri #parterre #privateliving #gildedage

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May 26

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Tucked quietly beside Bellevue Avenue, Parterre feels less like a garden and more like a hidden world waiting behind the gates.

One of Newport’s most enchanting private estates, where old-world beauty, manicured paths, and timeless details still quietly exist beyond the hedges🌿

Save this for your future Newport walk👟

#privatenewport #newportri #parterre #privateliving #gildedage

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Before the Newport season fully begins, Memorial Day reminds us what truly matters🇺🇸

Today we honor and remember the men and women who served, sacrificed, and made moments like these possible for generations to come❤️🤍💙

From the cliffs of Newport to the flags flying above The Breakers, this weekend is about remembrance as much as tradition🌊
#privatenewport #newportmansions #memorialday #thebreakersmansion #gildedage

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Before the Newport season fully begins, Memorial Day reminds us what truly matters🇺🇸

Today we honor and remember the men and women who served, sacrificed, and made moments like these possible for generations to come❤️🤍💙

From the cliffs of Newport to the flags flying above The Breakers, this weekend is about remembrance as much as tradition🌊
#privatenewport #newportmansions #memorialday #thebreakersmansion #gildedage

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Summer in Newport means the estates come alive again…

Just around the corner from Parterre sits The Orchard, a storied home long admired for its welcoming celadon gates, gold leaf detailing, and gardens that feel frozen in another era. Now beautifully readied for the season, and awaiting its owner’s arrival.

Swipe for a peek inside one of Newport’s most quietly remarkable properties…

📸: Vanderbilt international properties

#newportri #privatenewport #newportmansion #gildedage #luxuryrealestate

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May 24

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Summer in Newport means the estates come alive again…

Just around the corner from Parterre sits The Orchard, a storied home long admired for its welcoming celadon gates, gold leaf detailing, and gardens that feel frozen in another era. Now beautifully readied for the season, and awaiting its owner’s arrival.

Swipe for a peek inside one of Newport’s most quietly remarkable properties…

📸: Vanderbilt international properties 

#newportri #privatenewport #newportmansion #gildedage #luxuryrealestate

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The Breakers wasn’t built to blend in… it was built to leave an impression. From the limestone façade to the oceanfront setting, every detail feels larger than life even a century later.

And honestly? Newport still carries that same energy✨

Follow for more iconic Newport estates, hidden details, and Gilded Age beauty☁️🤍
#privatenewport #newportri #newportmansions #thebreakersnewport #privateliving

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The Breakers wasn’t built to blend in… it was built to leave an impression. From the limestone façade to the oceanfront setting, every detail feels larger than life even a century later.

And honestly? Newport still carries that same energy✨

Follow for more iconic Newport estates, hidden details, and Gilded Age beauty☁️🤍
#privatenewport #newportri #newportmansions #thebreakersnewport #privateliving

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Everyone knows The Breakers.

But Bois Doré is the kind of Newport estate people whisper about✨

Elegant without trying. Hidden behind gates and gravel drives. Timeless in a way trends could never replicate☁️

Follow @privatenewport for more hidden Newport history, estates, and gardens🤍
#privatenewport #newportri #privateliving #boisdoré #newportestates

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Everyone knows The Breakers.

But Bois Doré is the kind of Newport estate people whisper about✨

Elegant without trying. Hidden behind gates and gravel drives. Timeless in a way trends could never replicate☁️

Follow @privatenewport for more hidden Newport history, estates, and gardens🤍
#privatenewport #newportri #privateliving #boisdoré #newportestates

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A quiet corner inside The Breakers - where even the hallways were designed to impress✨

Built as the Vanderbilt family’s summer “cottage,” The Breakers remains one of Newport’s most iconic Gilded Age estates… and moments like this explain why.

The marble.
The vaulted ceilings.
The feeling that every detail mattered.

Follow for more hidden details from Newport’s legendary mansions✨

#NewportRI #TheBreakers #GildedAge #PrivateNewport #LuxuryInteriors

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A quiet corner inside The Breakers - where even the hallways were designed to impress✨

Built as the Vanderbilt family’s summer “cottage,” The Breakers remains one of Newport’s most iconic Gilded Age estates… and moments like this explain why.

The marble.
The vaulted ceilings.
The feeling that every detail mattered.

Follow for more hidden details from Newport’s legendary mansions✨

#NewportRI #TheBreakers #GildedAge #PrivateNewport #LuxuryInteriors
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