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You'll be made in the shade with a colorful beach umbrella
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You'll be made in the shade with a colorful beach umbrella

By Carleton Varney

Labor Day may be on the not-so-far horizon, but it’s still beach time all over the world, from St. Tropez  to Nantucket, from the Hamptons to St. Croix, from Palm Beach to Key West.  That means it’s also beach umbrella time. If you have seen the smart and chic beach...
Wedding-inspired color scheme would be a blushing success
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Wedding-inspired color scheme would be a blushing success

By Carleton Varney

I discussed wedding gifts in this spot a couple of weeks ago, but it’s still June — the traditional month for brides and grooms — and there is always more to say.  Many who are preparing to walk the aisle have been busy selecting the color scheme for bridesmaid dresses, flowers...
Sing a song of the islands, decorating style
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Sing a song of the islands, decorating style

By Carleton Varney

Over the years, my staff and I have been fortunate enough to create interiors for hotel resorts on many islands, including Oahu and Maui in Hawaii, as well as the Caribbean’s St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, Dominica, Anguilla and St. Martin. 
Find design gifts that come from the heart at Valentine’s Day
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Find design gifts that come from the heart at Valentine’s Day

By Carleton Varney

Wednesday is your day to decorate with red and pink to your — shall we say — heart’s content.