Designer’s Corner

Procrastinator Alert: It’s Not Too Late to Be a Holiday Hero with These Local Shops

By Elaine Raffel / December 17, 2023 /

Still shopping? If it’s any consolation, you’re not alone. With just a week to go, two-thirds of us are still in search of the perfect present.

Talking Tablescapes, Gifting, and More with Lifestyle Expert Kimberly Schlegel Whitman

By Elaine Raffel / December 10, 2023 /

Setting a festive table comes second nature to lifestyle and entertaining expert Kimberly Schlegel Whitman. For the rest of us, there’s her newly-launched website TRUNK Curated, a meticulously-edited assortment of designer home goods, exclusive vintage pieces, and unique finds.

5 Ways to Celebrate the Season, Dallas-Style

By Elaine Raffel / November 26, 2023 /

Feeling festive? We hope so. With less than a month until the big day, we’re about to fill your calendar with an abundance of holiday happenings. Citywide, here’s where to shop, stroll, sip, snack, and celebrate the season.

Head to Designer Noel Pittman’s Lovers Lane Shop for Can’t-Miss Hostess Gifts

By Elaine Raffel / November 19, 2023 /

Ready, set, party! Thanksgiving is just the first of the season’s plethora of celebrations. So, what’s the secret to securing an invite to the very best holiday soirées? Show up with a great hostess gift.

Talking Thanksgiving Tablescapes With Designer Javier Burkle

By Elaine Raffel / November 12, 2023 /

Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie – when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, tradition reigns supreme. Not so for holiday tablescapes. According to interior designer and host extraordinaire Javier Burkle, fabulous table setting instantly ups the style quotient and makes the day extra festive.