I will be hosting Christmas at my apartment this year, so I have been ultra motivated to make it superbly special.

I’ve been running all over the city searching for the perfect accouterments for my holiday decor. I am in love with the Venetian marbleized wrapping paper that I found down in Soho. And oranges decorated with spiced cloves have become a tradition for me.

I kept my tabletop clean and sophisticated with sparkly snowflakes and icy touches of crystal. Roses white as snow keep with the frosty theme.

I chose to hang my wreath on the inside of my door so that I could enjoy it all day long. 2 yards of gorgeous, chartreuse satin ribbon is the perfect luxurious touch.

Do you have a post sharing your holiday decor? Leave it below. I’d love to stop by and check it out!xx

This past weekend I had the absolute pleasure of seeing the Susan B. Koman Holiday Show House here in NYC. It was in the most spectacular $77 million dollar property on 63rd between 5th and Madison. It. Was. Spectacular.

The stunning main living space was done by Ralph Lauren. It was the perfect combination of glamour and sophistication – per usual.

I loved the gallery wall of black and white illustrations above the fireplace.

My favorite part was this fabulous work area in the corner of the room. The studded inspiration screen was so chic and inspiring!

The watercolor panels on the seating room upstairs took my breath away.

This room was titled “dark and stormy.” I loved the whimsical birds that were painted on the ceiling. Not to mention the glam, but understated chandelier.

I loved the luxe table set up in this room for dinner for two. It was all so very Gossip Girl.

And on the top floor was the most spectacular penthouse. Soaring ceilings, romantic windows and beautiful views.

I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to move in!

Is anyone else freaking out about the amazing spaces featured in the November Elle Decor?!

We are talking palatial 5th Avenue apartments….

Lipstick red couches and luxe leopard accents….

Malachite accents that would make any girl swoon….

And did I mention this table?

Go pick up the issue. You won’t regret it.

I know that images of Tory Burch’s new Madison flagship store have been blogged everywhere, but it’s just so good that I had to share a few of my favorite elements as well. I stopped by last Sunday and was just blown away by the amazing attention to detail. This chair for instance. The ribbon detailing is SO fresh and chic. I will definitely be following suit on a pair of new wingback chairs.

Of course the fireplace vingette is insane. Mark my words I will have green velvet walls with gold scones and blue/white china in my country home but the most fantastic element is easily overlooked….

The logs in said fireplace are SOLID QUARTZ. And the photo does no justice, they are gorgeous!

Just thought you all should know this….

In other news…I’ve developed a bit of an obsession with anything tortoiseshell or calico looking. It all started with this chair that I saw at the Hamptons Showhouse.

Then, in the SAME ROOM, I spotted this stunner. I mean, total love at first sight. I’ve seen tortoiseshell in fashion for years, but it’s seeing in used in homes that is rocking my world.

Can you stand it?!

So you can imagine my excitement when I found these on sale at Horchow today! I’ve got a whole tablescape planned. Can’t wait to share with you all when they arrive!

What trends are you loving in home decor right now?

I had the pleasure of having my home shot this past September for Adore Magazine and was thrilled to see that my dining area made the cover!

The feature was a “designer at home” profile, featuring my businesses Luxury Monograms and Entrepreneuress Academy.

William Brinson did a phenomenal job with the photography.

I am so thrilled to finally be able to share the photos of my completed home with you!

I can’t believe how beautifully it all came together. And for that I have to thank the Decorista. She was such an asset in the whole project.

Adore did a great job profiling my businesses as well.

I even got to share some business tips. Helping other people start and grow online businesses is my true passion. Being an entrepreneur has given me an amazing life and I love the opportunity to help others do the same for themselves.

Adore even did a round up of where you can purchase some of the items seen in my home.

You can check out the full feature HERE.

I have to tell you, lately I have been finding myself endlessly inspired by the fabulous New York women before me.

They lived with such style and swagger. From their homes to their hostessing skills these women knew how to be truly fabulous.

So I know that you are wondering what all of this has to do with a sconce. Well, last week as I was perusing my local flea market when I met the most incredible man. He was in his late 60′s and started by complimenting me on my style. We got to talking and he had the most incredibly interesting stories to tell about his life growing up in New York city (Ralph Lauren was his camp counselor!?!).

I spotted these amazing sconces and he began to tell me about how they had been sitting in storage since the 60′s because they were from his parent’s Park Avenue Penthouse in the 1940′s. Turns out his parents were these fabulous socialites who believed in the importance of style and he was thrilled that they would be going to someone with equally great taste (:blushing:).

So naturally, I am now completely obsessed with them and will be hunting him down again this Saturday to see what more treasures he has unearthed. Kind of getting addicted to this whole vintage shopping thing…

But I mean can you blame me? Aren’t they gorgeous?!

Before.

After.

That should give you a bit of an idea about the major changes here at Casa de Duncan.

Stay tuned…

Upon entering in through the front doors I gasped as I laid eyes on that fabulous Missioni-esque wallpaper inside of the panels! Can you stand it??

The entire entryway is stunning with it’s slate grey walls and bold ikat accents.

I started with the bottom floor, which turned out to be my favorite. The chartruese stunners were love at first sight!

And how beautiful are those tortoiseshell chairs?!

The trim on the drapes did me in.

The entire bottom floor was dedicated to entertaining. Complete with this handsome bar.

The soft hues of this living area were like a sweet sorbet on the hot afternoon.

The guestroom off of it had a fun “town & country” vibe.

Such fun wallpaper.

An angelic bedroom awaited at the top of the stairs. So sweet and feminine.

Contrastingly, across the hall was a sophisticated and sexy boudoir.

It was oh-so-very Ralph Lauren.

This room however, may have been the most fun of all.

Such great attention to detail. The design was perfectly executed within each aspect of the room.

Just enough, but not too much.

Even the pool house was fab-u-lous!

If you are in the area you should definitely stop by. Those were just a few of the many amazing rooms. I hope you enjoyed seeing them as much as I did!