Many people have perks at their jobs, but perhaps only Faith Kates can say hers was Marilyn Monroe. Renowned photographer Bert Stern had fallen out of favor with the fashion industry when Kates, the founder and owner of top agency Next Model Management, booked him for a job. ... More

A RISD painting major is making a name for herself: Caroline Hurley, burgeoning Brooklyn artist, created an eponymous homeware company offering artful pieces from ceramic bowls to block-printed linen textiles (which can be used as throws, table clothes or even as a sarong). Her designs are available for sale on ... More

Since 1863, Bernardaud has been in the business of brining luxury to the dining room table, creating porcelain dinnerware that's more showpiece than plate. Now, in celebration of their 150th anniversary and a new Chelsea address in Manhattan, the ... More

Venezuela-born Maria Gabriela Brito (pictured at left) always knew she wanted to be a designer, architect or artist. And, luckily for us, the luxury lifestyle consultant and Harvard graduate has achieved all of these goals. Now Brito is adding author to ... More