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Macramé Openwork, made by use of looping and a variety of ornamental knotting. Decoration on clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, and wall hangings. It's believed to have originated with 13th-century Arab weavers. The word is derived from the Arabic migramah, which means "striped towel," "ornamental fringe" or "embroidered veil."Clutch-guru Lauren Merkin has added this Louise macramé Clutch ($250) Read more
Earlier today, we shared the first half of our interview with The Hunger Games set decorator Larry Dias. Keep reading to learn more about what went into the process of creating the set! CasaSugar: Where was the chandelier above the dining table sourced? Larry Dias: The "chandelier" was actually comprised of 50 to 60 separate fixtures from Arteriors that we arranged off site and installed into Read more
Artist, designer, and plant expert Linda Hsiao has designed everything from eyewear to toys to handbags and gardens. But her "succulumps," as she calls them, really caught my eye. Melding a California '70s sensibility with a 21st-century appreciation of low-water, easy-care plants, these succulumps are truly an unusual and unexpected way to display these favorite plants. And while I usually shun Read more
Doo-Ri Chung is known for her signature draping skills but for her Fall 2011 collection seen earlier this evening at Eyebeam Gallery in Chelsea, the designer mixed things up. In addition to showing languid jersey gowns, some slit high to the thigh, the designer introduced a new category to her repertoire: slick tailored pieces comprised of felted wool coats, nylon jackets, and trousers. Dresses, Read more
