domino: the book of decorating release party

Here is another story about taking "the bus" to "design." The timing of these two events on this blog is pure coincidence.




The Domino: The Book of Decorating Release Party at the J.Crew Collection Boutique for me began auspiciously last night. After a revitalizing after-work swim, the M101 bus and I were perfectly in sync at 3rd Avenue and 47th Street, where it whisked me uptown to one of the more fashionable parties I have attended in a long while.

If I may focus on the fashions of the evening for a moment, one key trend I noticed was wool tights and patent leather shoes, often combined with wool skirts with a luxe sheen and cashmere sweaters. This alternating effect of shiny-rich-shiny-rich from toe to head was quite attractive. I have to say, after last night's event, I am a fan of J.Crew's new aesthetic. An aesthetic that is thanks to Jenna Lyons Mazeau, Creative Director of J.Crew who worked her way up from assistant designer (I like this sort of success story), and who is now featured in a ten-page spread in the November issue of Domino (pp. 102-111) and on page 165 of the new Domino book.

I personally would suggest a shopping trip to the J.Crew Collection Boutique on Madison and 79th, if not only to further investigate the clothing, shoes and one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry, but also to check out the original artwork and light fixtures from Jenna's own home. You will, course want to buy the Domino book too. For the full effect.

I will let my photos and captions tell the rest of the story.

Each guest was given a copy of the new Domino: The Book of Decorating.
I am savoring each page.


I was offered a vodka shot and caviar as soon as I walked in.
Very nice.


At 7:15pm, the party was in full swing.


Dainty hors d'oeuvres.


The well-heeled crowd.


I must get some wool tights and patent leather shoes.


More wool tights and patent leather shoes.
You want some now too, don't you.


One-of-a-kind jewelry under glass.


A color story that caught my eye. Follow the links.
Bootcut cords in "Faded Cement" with skinny silver belt.
Navy/white striped Victoria Ruffle Shirt
Cashmere Crewneck Sweater in Citron
Jacket, check this piece out in-store.


Shoe display at J.Crew Collection Boutique.
I love that sculpture.


Check out the grey walls in the shoe area of the Collection Boutique,
and read the November issue of Domino to find out more.

Display table at J.Crew Collection Boutique. The "roses" they created with the
pant hems are so clever.