Alas, National Letter Writing Month has arrived! Commissioned in 2001, by way of the US Postal Service’s natural support for letters, letter writing and all things hand delivered. April is nationally declared an opportune time to embrace the connectedness as well as the intimacy handwritten letters and notes. From crafting a breezy letter to family …
On June 19, 1865 Union officer Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger read aloud General Order No. 3 in Galveston, Texas. This date, which has become known as Juneteenth, informed Texas that all those enslaved in the state were free. In 2020, archivists at the National Archives in Washington discovered the original, handwritten record of the Union …
If there’s anyone who knows how to plan a destination wedding it’s Cristina Verger. For over 15 years, Cristina and her team have built a reputation for innovation, impeccable taste and a keen eye for detail. Born in Rome, Cristina was educated in Italy and New York City. From a young age, she learned the …
As we approach the summer months, we begin dinner party season! Here is some etiquette advice to keep in mind if you’d like to be a gracious guest. Before you arrive The very first thing to do is to Rsvp as soon as you can, ideally in writing. Responding in writing gives your host something concrete …
Carolyn and Zach chose our Embassy sized invitations with baron ink. The couple went with a modern typestyle called “Veritas.” The invitations are finished with silver foiled edges. The inner envelopes are lined with matte paper, featuring an art deco inspired design. When/where did you get married? I got married at the Rainbow Room at …
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 …
Summer is a time to enjoy the weather and move the party outside, whether for a backyard barbeque, seaside soirée, or rooftop cocktail hour. Earlier in August, we worked with five of our partners to showcase how they would style their ideal summer dinner party. First, they set the scene by sharing their handwritten invitation …
