Style & Living

Image credit : Courtesy Benjamin Moore   Move over, gray — there’s a new neutral in town, and it’s dressed to impress. Benjamin Moore has just unveiled its Color of the Year 2026 , and it’s the impossibly chic Silhouette AF-655 , a rich espresso hue with a velvety charcoal undertone that feels like the love child of a tailored Italian suit and a perfectly pulled espresso. In true VIVANT fashion, it’s elegant, grounded, and utterly timeless — the kind of shade that whispers so

The Egyptian-born artist and designer, based in New York, puts food at the center of her playgrounds in installations, pop-ups, and interior decorations, blending storytelling and emotion, between fashion, art, and design. Photo credit © Francesco Nazardo / CLM, Courtesy of Marimekko Crédit photo © Darian Dicianno Roses crystallized in sugar for a Simone Rocha fashion show, cake chairs for Sotheby’s, a five-meter raspberry tart for Hermès, a four-meter mortadella for the ina

A Legacy of Intention, Integrity, and Inspired Hospitality In a dynamic and ever-evolving restaurant world, Donna Lennard remains one of the culinary world’s rare steady forces. An artist at heart, filmmaker by training, and self-taught hospitality visionary, she is a woman whose career is defined by a profound soul, an unwavering passion for food, and a quiet, commanding power that nourishes both heart and palate. Lennard is the founder and creative mind behind the beloved I

Luxury always finds a way to leave its trace—even when history tries to bury it. One of the most fascinating examples surfaced not in the gilded salons of Europe but from the depths of the Atlantic, tied to Charleston’s Civil War past. The story begins in 1864, when the Mary Celestia prepared to slip out with contraband cargo bound for Charleston. She was a blockade runner—sleek, fast, and designed to out- wit Union ships patrolling the harbor. On board were the usual necessi

For nearly a century and a half, Krigler has been the secret weapon of the world’s most captivating figures—Audrey in her ingénue years, Grace before the crown, Hemingway with a tumbler nearby. These are not just perfumes, they’re love affairs in glass bottles that hold history, scandal, and the kind of glamour that refuses to fade. Images from Getty Images If the walls of The Plaza Hotel could talk, they’d probably gossip in perfume. And if the bottles lining Krigler’s gild

Every so often, a release arrives that feels destined to define a season. This year, it comes from the vaulted cellars of Champagne in the form of Armand de Brignac Blanc de Noirs Assemblage No. 5 — a cuvée that balances rarity, craftsmanship, and spectacle in equal measure. Assemblage No. 5 is the fifth edition in the house’s coveted Blanc de Noirs series, each treated like a numbered chapter in a collector’s library. Only 8,165 bottles exist worldwide, and each carries its

There’s a quiet anticipation in Charleston right now — the kind that only arrives when something truly extraordinary is about to begin. This fall, the legendary Charleston Place  welcomes one of the world’s most celebrated culinary voices: Chef Daniel Humm , the visionary behind New York’s Eleven Madison Park . For the first time, Humm is bringing his artistry to the South in the form of a long-term residency at Charleston Place , where his team is creating an immersive dinin

Photo credits © Ludovic Balay The luxury men's fashion house, founded by Alexandre Chapellier, is tucked away on a private street in Paris. Inside, Necchi Architecture has created a stunning hybrid space, combining aristocratic extravagance with retro-futurism. Let's take a look. Exit Avenue Montaigne and Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré. Make way for the discreet Cité Bergère in Paris's 9th arrondissement! This small private street, whose architecture has remained intact since 1

There’s a rhythm to the world of Themis Z, one that mirrors Athens itself — light spilling over marble, shadows brushing neoclassical façades, and bursts of color that echo from antiquity into modern life. For founder and designer Themis Zouganeli, patterns are more than decoration. They’re stories. “I design patterns inspired by my everyday life in Athens,” she says. “Walking through the city, you’re constantly in the midst of history, art, sunlight, and color. Each pattern

Inside Designer Lisa Sherry’s Charlotte Home Images by Stacey Van Berkel “I wasn’t really looking,” admits interior designer Lisa Sherry. “Scrolling real estate listings in Charlotte is just sport for me—my partner Jonathan is a willing accomplice.” Then one day, a house appeared that did more than catch her eye. It spoke. The bones, by Grandfather Homes, were strong and soulful, and Lisa knew she had found a space worthy of both a move and a creative leap. Within weeks, the

Color, confidence, and craftsmanship take center stage at Tanya Taylor’s  new boutique on Greenwich Avenue, which opened in October 2025—the designer’s second U.S. location after her SoHo flagship. Known for her joyful use of color and painterly prints, Taylor brings her signature mix of art and optimism to Connecticut with a 1,700-square-foot  space that feels more like a home atelier than a retail store. Designed with the same thoughtful flair that defines her collections,

Image via The Ballantyne Opening in Fall 2025 at The Ballantyne, Dunbar Social by Topgolf Swing Suite is poised to become the city's premier destination for corporate gatherings and social events. It’s a space where a vibrant atmosphere effortlessly blends with classic modern design. Spanning 9,200 square feet, Dunbar Social offers a refined playground for all. The heart of the experience lies within its five high-tech Swing Suite bays, which offer a wide range of interactive

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