Tory Burch in Color

Tory Burch in Color

By Tory Burch

Forward by Anna Wintour

Abrams 

The Art of Books Since 1949

When I started reading Tory Burch in Color, I realized how much more there is to this woman than I ever knew. Her love of travel with her three boys and the inspirations she found in those adventures. How much art has played a part in her designs absolutely delights me. She discusses her favorite books read over the years and the classics passed down through her family.

Matisse: Anemones in Chinese Vase

Tory Notes: "This book is a kaleidoscope of my greatest influences and experiences , told through images and stories of the people, places, things and ideas that inspire me."

The Reva Flat named after Tory's Mother

Snaps from Tory's Book  

Tory with her boys at Machu Picchu

Her Classic Kaftan 

A colorful image taken during a trip to Italy

This is a book that will brighten your life and is a great addition to any library.

Please purchase at your local bookseller or at Amazon.

All gross proceeds received by Tory Burch LLC from the sale of the book will benefit the Tory Burch Foundation, which supports the economic empowerment of women entrepreneurs and their families in the United States through low-cost loans,  mentorship and entrepreneurial education.

Publicity copy courtesy of Abrams

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Glamorous Retreats by Jan Showers and the 15th Anniversary of The Jan Shower's Collection

 Please enjoy this feature and interview with the uber talented, award winning  Interior Designer, Jan Showers! This is her second widely acclaimed book after Glamorous Rooms, Glamorous Retreats! 

1. Jan, would you tell our readers when you became interested in Interior Design and what sparked that decision? 

MY MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER LOVED IT AND I WAS INTERESTED IN IT FROM THE TIME I COULD LOOK AT MY MOTHER'S HOUSE BEAUTIFULS!

2. How would you describe your style of décor; your special look?  

UNDERSTATED LUXURY AND GLAMOUR, AND ALWAYS COMFORTABLE AND INVITING.  IT IS TRADITIONAL WITH A MODERN EDGE.

3. I have noticed how much you use art glass and Murano glass lamps quite often. 

How important to you is it to have fine art as a focal point when designing a home? 

IT CAN MAKE OR BREAK EVERYTHING!  I LOVE GOOD ART AND THINK IT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED AS THE FOCAL POINT OF MOST ROOMS.

A glorious blue Murano Glass Lamp

4. What are the things that inspire you; where do your ideas spring from when pulling a concept together? 

ALL OVER THE PLACE!  TRAVEL---I JUST RETURNED FROM PARIS AND AM SO INSPIRED BY THE COLORS OF THE TREES ALONG THE SEINE---WE TOOK AN EARLY EVENING CRUISE ON THE SEINE AND THE TREES WERE SIMPLY MAGNIFICENT---THE GREENS WERE STUNNING AGAINST THE BLUE SKY.  I SUPPOSE COLOR ATTRACTS AND INSPIRES ME MORE THAN ALMOST 

The Claudette Bench

5. When you are on an antiques buying trip to Europe you probably go with a list of wants; however do you also bring back items that just may be perfect for a future project? 

 YES, I ALWAYS HAVE A LIST FOR SPECIFIC CLIENTS' NEEDS, BUT SINCE I HAVE A 6,000 SQ. FT. SHOWROOM IN THE DALLAS DESIGN CENTER, I BUY THINGS FOR IT THAT WILL WORK ON MANY PROJECTS, NOT JUST FOR MY CLIENTS BUT FOR MY DESIGNER CUSTOMERS AND THEIR CLIENTS.

Adore the lines of this Turquoise Lamp!

The Classic Harrison Coffee Table

6. Jan, congratulations on the 15 Year Anniversary of your fine Furnishings Line, The Jan Shower’s Collection! What are a few of your very favorite designs? I know I adore The Sabine tables; however I could list at least a dozen of your gorgeous pieces!  

WE ACTUALLY SELECTED OUR FAVORITE AND MOST ICONIC 15 DESIGNS---A FEW OF THEM ARE:  THE HARRISON COFFEE TABLE, THE #4 TURQUOISE LAMP, THE CLAUDETTE BENCH, THE DANIELE TETE A TETE AND THE VILLA SOFA

The elegant Danielle Tete a Tete

The Coquille Sconce!

7. What words of wisdom do you have for the beginning Interior Designer, Jan?  

HAVE A PASSION FOR DESIGN AND BE UNDERSTANDING WITH YOUR CLIENTS---ALWAYS REMEMBER, IT'S THEIR HOME, NOT YOURS, BUT YOU OWE IT TO THEM TO GIVE THEM YOUR BEST ADVICE BASED ON YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE---THAT IS WHY THEY HIRED YOU!

Thank you so much, Jan,  for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us today!

The beautiful and oh so talented designer, Jan Showers!

Thank you to Jan Showers for the copy of her wonderful book Glamorous Retreats.

 The images are courtesy of Harry Abrams, photography by Jeff McNamara


You may purchase Jan's Books to add to your library at Amazon
Jan's website Jan Showers Interior Design
Jan's Collection is at Jan Showers.com 

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