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Decorati and Domino Invite You: Dec 9th, 9:30am NYC

Designers,

Decorati is excited to partner with Domino for the next installment of the domino Designer Lecture Series at the D&D Building.  This month’s topic is about the importance of branding in growing your business.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the all-star lineup of panelists we have assembled for you.     

Decorati Presents:  How to Brand Yourself and Expand Your Business

Panelists:
Dakota Jackson - Founder and Designer, Dakota Jackson, Inc.
Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti - Founder and CEO, Vivre
Cecilia Pagkalinawan - VP, E-commerce & Direct Marketing, Frette
Shane Reilly - Founder and CEO, Decorati

Tuesday, December 9th 9:30am

Astra Cafe, D&D Building
Breakfast reception to follow at Dakota Jackson, Suite 407
RSVP: 212.759.2969

Newsletter

The Proof is in the Pouf

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Style Guide

French Empire

Written by Donna Sapolin
Sumptuous and elaborate, the Empire style originated during Napoleon’s First Empire (1804-1815), and combined the grandeur and martial symbols of Rome with ancient Egyptian motifs and the elements of Greek architecture. Already prevalent classical motifs were supplemented by symbols of imperial grandeur as part of an ambitious scheme to glorify Napoleon and relate him to historical Roman emperors as he waged successful military campaigns and the French government evolved from a republic into an empire.
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Decorati Holiday Shop Inspiration

Just in time for the holidays, we are very excited to share a new section on Decorati with you. 

Our Holiday Shop features exclusive, custom accessories from some of Decorati’s top manufacturers.  What sets these items apart is that they are unique creations inspired by the manufacturer’s product line.  Lulan Artisans, Carolyn Ray, Dawn Nakamura, and Moth Design have all come up with beautiful, one-of-a-kind holiday accessories that are only available for purchase through Decorati.  Hurry - act now, as these items are custom made and orders must be received by mid-December to be in time for the Holidays!

Over the course of the next week, we will showcase each manufacturer separately to provide you with the inside scoop on the inspiration behind the items for sale.  First up are custom stockings from Lulan Artisans.  Read more to learn about the stocking fabrics. 

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Founder's Blog

Donghia and Decorati - Launch at Houston Fall Market

In celebration of our recent launch with industry leader Donghia, Donghia and Decorati partnered to host a panel discussion called “You as A Brand” at the Decorative Center in Houston. Panelists included (left to right above) myself, Founder of Decorati, Lauren Rottet, principal of the prestigious international design firm Rottet Studio, Laurran Claridge, Features Editor at Papercity Magazine, Jane Paige Crump, award winning interior designer, and Bill Stubbs, interior designer and host of “Moment of Luxury” TV series. It was a treat to have the opportunity to learn from these Houston-based tastemakers who have successfully built brands both locally and nationally.(…)  Read more.

Founder's Blog

DCH - Decorative Center Houston, Fall Market

The Decorative Center Houston (DCH) offered a series of alluring events for fall market this year. Charles Cohen (right), President of the design centers of Houston, Dania, the D&D in New York, and the PDC in Los Angeles, and Michael Wollaeger (left), Editor-In-Chief, Western Interiors & Design, were both in attendance. With these two gentlemen attending, clearly Houston is and will continue to be a very strong market for design. (more…)

Decorati discovers, Events

20 Years of Vicente Wolf Associates

Congratulations to Decorati manufacturer partner and interior designer Vicente Wolf. Celebrating 20 years of Vicente Wolf Associates, the company threw a glamorous party at Wolf’s NY apartment. Attendees included Elle Décor Editor-In-Chief, Margaret Russell (above, with Wolf).

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Founder's Blog

DCOTA Fall Market, Celerie Kemble

Celerie Kemble and I chatted after her event about the challenges with writing a book.  From the experience I had writing my book, I could relate to her excitement with it being available for all to see, and most of all, finished!  Congratulations to Celerie.  Her book, To Your Taste, is beautifully done.(…)
Read the rest of DCOTA Fall Market, Celerie Kemble

Events, Founder's Blog

Agostino Antiques with Cecil Hayes and Eloise Kubli

Agostino Antiques hosted a Decorati panel for the DCOTA’s fall market week on how the Internet is changing interior design. We were delighted to have Cecil Hayes, design star and AD100 member, and Eloise Kubli, famed designer and ASID member, join me in a roundtable discussion on this hot topic. Here we are, seated at a gorgeous dining room table in the Agostino showroom. Left and right: Marie Carlino (Agostino Antiques), Cecil Hayes, myself, Eloise Kubli.

Above: photo from Decorati partner Agostino Antique’s showroom at the DCOTA.(…)
Read the rest of Agostino Antiques with Cecil Hayes and Eloise Kubli

Founder's Blog

J. Batchelor Showroom Event in Dania, Florida (DCOTA)

J. Batchelor, the well-regarded, multi-line contemporary showroom in the Dania, Florida design center (the DCOTA), invited me to present my experience with high speed design during the Fall Market week. (…)
Read the rest of J. Batchelor Showroom Event in Dania, Florida (DCOTA)

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