It’s February and love is in the air! We can’t wait to cozy up with some tea and cookies in our favorite writing spot and send some valentines! Whether you’re sending declarations of romantic love or reminding your friends how much you care, “Dress Your Desk” in love with this curated collection of items from …
When Emily Post initially published her principles on etiquette in 1922, she couldn’t have anticipated just how much would change in the coming century. Now, in 2022, her descendants Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning sought to update their great-great grandmother’s work. Upon its initial release, Emily Post’s Etiquette in Society, in Business, in Politics, …
This coming Sunday marks Dempsey & Carroll’s 144th birthday! While almost every aspect of 21st century New York would feel foreign to John Dempsey and George Carroll, our shop on 1049 Lexington would be a source of familiarity and comfort. We have continued to celebrate the art of engraving since 1878! In the 19th century, …
While a wedding doesn’t revolve around guests’ personal style, it is important to understand and follow the dress code. But this isn’t always easy – what are the dress codes and what exactly do they all mean? White-Tie White-tie is the most formal of the dress codes and is not used frequently. For women, a …
The 4th of July is around the corner and what better way to celebrate than gathering with your friends and family? Whether you are attending a backyard barbecue or hosting a garden picnic this weekend, let our summer wish list inspire you! 1. KULE’s Shirt Dress is an absolute favorite! Made of 100% cotton, this …
1.First, tell us a little bit about yourself! I’m a wife, mother, working professional, avid decorator, and lover of entertaining and styling. I grew up in South Carolina and am now proud to be living in our nation’s capital…or just across the bridge from it! You can find me perusing estate sales, traveling, and seeking …
With unruly drivers, persistent traffic, and people rushing here and there, it’s not always easy to maintain patience and grace in our daily interactions. Yet, in a city where we occupy such close quarters, small gestures of kindness go a long way! Below are some quick and easy tips to help facilitate gracious living in …
Graduation season is upon us, which means it’s time to start celebrating your grad! It is no surprise that our favorite gift is custom, personalized stationery; not only is it a deluxe and unique gift, it is practical and classic! Bespoke stationery is the perfect sendoff for graduates as they transition to the next chapter …
Navigating the world of etiquette can be overwhelming and complicated at times. Yet, it doesn’t always have to be! In fact, you probably already have some rules of etiquette that you follow in your everyday life. Below are the etiquette tips that the Dempsey and Carroll team members live by: Jaimie: One etiquette rule I …
With the launch of our Brand Friend program, we’ve been able to connect with others who love the art of the handwritten note, our products, and our brand. If this sounds interesting to you, learn more about how to be a Dempsey & Carroll Brand Friend on our website! We are pleased to introduce Robert Dimmick, …
