Shabby Chic Couture - 117 Mercer Street, New York
Many of you, like me, were thrilled to learn that Rachel Ashwell is back. Rachel brought the 'shabby chic' look to decorating some 20 years ago. Following difficult times with her brand a year or so ago, she closed all her retail shops (her 'Simply Shabby Chic' linens have continued to be available at Target ~ I use them on all my beds and love them). Rachel has now opened two new shops in the USA, one in Santa Monica, CA the other in New York City. Although many of us have her beautiful books to get us through decorating dilemmas, and can cozy up in a favorite reading nook, turning the pages and dreaming, actually visiting the new shop was at the top of my list for the NYC visit last week. Despite my adoration of all things French, my English roots still require some roses, shabby slipcovers, faded chintz, royal crowns and pretty lampshades thrown into the mix!
Rachel's Christmas decorations in this breathtakingly beautiful shop were quite simple but lovely.
More of the shop next time with a glimpse of what I brought home ~ and a surprise.
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Mary~~
ReplyDeleteI was thrilled to see pictures of Rachel's new shop. I love her books. And like you, I adore her linens and have several sets of sheets and quilts. Can't wait to see more of what you have...
xoxo
jane
Hi Mary; Wow Love her shop,, it is so beautiful.... You lucky duck,,,,,, being able to visit one of her stores.... Love her.....
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Hugs;
Alaura
Happy boxing day Mary. This is my penpal's husbands birthday. I better get busy with an email.
ReplyDeleteHave tons of fun in NY.
Nancy
Hope you had a very merry Christmas, with lots of blessings-Gypsy Purple
ReplyDeleteThat is great news. I wasn't aware that she had opened stores. I do so admire her style.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are enjoying the holiday season. My son and grandson are coming for dinner today. I just finished setting the table. We're having one of our favorites - coq au vin. We're also having sweet potatoes with apples, cauliflower and brussels sprouts. I like this meal because it is very easy, yet still delicious.
This has catapulted me into Ashwell heaven!
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