West Elm has just unveiled a collaboration with American interior designer Billy Cotton, known for designing the homes of art-world notables such as Cindy Sherman and Mirabelle Marden. The New York City-based AD100 designer was eager to partner with the lifestyle brand on the 25-piece collection ... More

After moving from Manhattan to Milan 20 years ago, with no job, no friends, and no patience for the Italian way of life, California-bred writer and editor J.J. Martin realized she had no option but to surrender to the vibrant but slow-paced lifestyle. In so doing, she discovered more joy ... More

The first complete volume devoted to Ralph Lauren's distinctive American style and his elegant approach to design, Ralph Lauren A Way of Living (Rizzoli) celebrates the 40th anniversary of the home collection. In this book, Lauren opens the door to all the places he ... More

Italian label Emporio Sirenuse has collaborated with U.K.-based charity Elephant Family, which is dedicated to protecting endangered wildlife and their habitats. Proceeds from a cheery and colorful collection of resort wear and tabletop pieces will be donated to the organization. Ceramic plates and servingware, tablecloths, ... More

French savoir-faire meets American artist Donald Judd’s designs in a new eight-piece dinner service crafted in sterling silver by the artisans of heritage brand Puiforcat. Under the direction of Flavin Judd, artistic director of the Judd Foundation, and Puiforcat artistic directors Charlotte Perelman and Alexis Fabry, silversmiths ... More

Interior designer Sergio Mercado has been cultivating his signature style for decades, drawing inspiration from the coastal energy of California, the vibrancy of Miami, the timeless glamour of Manhattan and, now, the attitude of Palm Beach. Mercado’s New York City-based namesake design firm has just completed ... More

RH has opened RH Guesthouse New York, a first-of-its-kind hospitality experience for travelers seeking privacy and luxury. Accessed through a secure private entrance, the property features just six guest rooms, three guest suites and RH chairman & CEO Gary Friedman's private residence occupying the entire ... More

Global hospitality empire Major Food Group (founded by Jeff Zalaznick, Mario Carbone and Rich Torrisi) has expanded its celebrated Carbone to Dallas’ Design District. “Carbone was made for Dallas and its dynamic, worldly community, so it is a thrill to finally share ... More

Runway Resurgence Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Yves Saint Laurent’s first runway show with a visual representation of the designer’s global influence on French haute couture. YSL Lexicon: An ABC of the Fashion, Life, and Inspirations of Yves Saint Laurent (Rizzoli) coincides with an innovative six-museum exhibition ... More

You don’t often hear Rihanna and Coldplay mentioned in the context of the Gilded Age, but Katie Holmes proved the two can happily coexist during her June 7 cover shoot for DuJour magazine, founded by Jason Binn. At 123 East 35th Street stands an imposing ... More