Adore October 2020

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T ara Shaw knows a thing or two about luxury European antiques and interior design. This New Orleanian has been a premier source for in-the- know designers and collectors from all across the country for over twenty years. Whether importing fine furniture from Italy, France, or Sweden, or designing signature collections for Restoration Hardware, or creating a bespoke line of custom furnishings handcrafted right here in New Orleans, she brings a wealth of knowledge and an unrivaled eye to the business of living with things you love. As she so eloquently explains, "Antiques show their age and history, blemishes and all. That kind of imperfection is a lovely thing to live with because it's so forgiving. It's just what I want to come home to." Known for sophisticated rooms layered with an inventive mix of styles and periods, her aesthetic is the epitome of casual elegance. From 18th century Italian Directoire-style dining chairs covered in fluffy, curly hide to hand carved Venitian mirrors hanging above modern marble tables to exquisite salvaged

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