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from the editor A Letter from Katy Danos things we adore On Our Radar Welcome to the Dark Side Moody, Romantic, and Ominous ELIZABETH ALPAUGH Eat, Drink & Be Scary Let the Ghoul Times Roll Halloween Tricks and Treats

WHAT'S THE STITCH? Sweater Weather Is Here HOME AWAY FROM HOME In the Vieux Carré DEBRA SHRIVER'S FRENCH LEAVE From Paris to Orleans Parish

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TOP YOUR TABLE The Pick of the Patch

On the Cover: Elizabeth Alpaugh | Photographed by Josh Brasted

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O ctober, for me, signifies a complete change of seasons. After the scorching summer, I'm ready for the buzz of Fall activities and crisp Autumn air. Yes, it requires some imagination if the temperatures are not fully cooperating, but I'm all in. There's something so heartwarming about all of the gatherings and experiences. The change of vibe and palette in design, fashion, and décor go a long way in creating ambience and style. I'm excited about so many upcoming events and it feels so good to be enjoying New Orleans once again. This weekend I am seeing Dear Mr. Williams at Le Petit Theatre and I've purchased my ticket to the Curtain Call Ball, their most important fundraiser. Prospect 5, which brings dynamic new art to venues all over the city, is not to be missed. For outdoor experiences, there's the Zoo- To-Do, Wednesday at the Square concert series, and Tell It To Me Sweet, a play performed at NOMA, presented by The NOLA Project. Add in the New Orleans Film Festival, restaurant re-openings such as Emeril's and Zasu, and dining all over town at outside tables (because that's where you really want to sit), and we're off to an excellent start.

photo by joshu a br a st e d

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THINGS WE ADORE

Poydras Corridor Exhibition, presented by The Helis Foundation, continues to evolve with the addition of five new sculptures this season. Carmen Herrera's "Untitled Estructura (Red)" and MaPó Kinnord's "Love in Joy: BUOYANCY" are currently installed with three additional sculptures by Raine Bedsole, Melvin Edwards, and Dawn DeDeaux to come. The outdoor, public exhibition spans Poydras Street between Convention Center Boulevard and South Claiborne Avenue. thehelisfoundation.org

Photo Credit: Crista Rock

Dad No Kids, a lifestyle brand committed to youth development in underprivileged communities, has partnered with Son of a Saint to launch a special collaborative t-shirt to shed light on the nonprofit. All profits support the construction of a newly envisioned headquarters facility to serve current and future young men of Son of a Saint. dadnokids.com | sonofasaint.org

Plan a trip to NOMA to see Dawn DeDeaux: The Space Between Worlds . DeDeaux is one of the first artists to connect questions about social justice to emerging environmental concerns. The twice postponed exhibition is organized around a series of immersive installations that span the Louisiana artist's 50-year career. The Space Between Worlds is on view through January 23, 2022. noma.org Dawn DeDeaux, Flood then Fire, 2006, Burned wood, rusted metal, found objects, and digital image, Collection of the Artist, Photo by Dawn DeDeaux ©Dawn DeDeaux

Photo credit: Rita Tinega

Chef Eric Cook – one of Adore 's 2021 A-listers – debuted Saint John, his second restaurant, in early October. Located in the French Quarter, the new spot specializes in his take on "haute creole cuisine" a.k.a. old-world flavors in an elevated, yet approachable way. The space features an open kitchen table and bar, space for private events, and a second story with a balcony. saintjohnnola.com

Photo Credit: Randy Schmidt

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WELCOME TO THE Dark Side E mbrace the eerier side of spooky season with moody, romantic, and slightly ominous pieces. Black is definitely the new black and snakes, skulls, spikes, and studs are all fair game. Combine the best parts of the goth, gothic, and punk trends of the past into items you'll love beyond Halloween. by M i cha e l a B e chl e r

Ashley Woodson Bailey Dutch Love Dark Floral Wallpaper SPRUCE | sprucenola.com

Kuboraum Glasses | $660 | ART & EYES artandeyesneworleansla.com

Jo Sampson "A Little Hardcore Is Good" | $1,089 | PERCH | perch-home.com

Papillon Lucky Butterfly | $220 | BACCARAT us.baccarat.com

Bird's Nest Floral Placemat | $27 Each | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Vivetta Pink Gloves | $372 | SOSUSU sosusuboutique.com

Snakes & Ladders Trinket Tray | $269 | AMARA | amara.com

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Kim Seybert Smoke Highball Glasses | $176/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

Black Swan Mount | Line Carried at Perch | PERCH | perch-home.com

ASTR Sidney Top | $108 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Nicolette Mayer Placemat | $27 Each | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Water Moccasin Ring | $168 | SAINT CLAUDE saintclaudenola.com

Fisheye Tumbler | $22 Each | HILLTOP SHOPPE hilltopshoppe.com

Porte Versailles Bangle | $238 | WEST LONDON BOUTIQUE westlondonboutique.com

Lavish Crocheted Earrings | $120 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Mistral Black Amber Soap | $14 | HILLTOP SHOPPE hilltopshoppe.com

ASTR Mardi Dress | $128 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Kuboraum Glasses | $335 | ART & EYES | artandeyesneworleansla.com

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Classic Ouija Board | $24.99 | MAGIC BOX TOYS | magicboxnola.com

Midnight Romper | $128 | MONOMIN | monomin.com

Bracha Molly Earrings | $55 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Julie Vos Obsidian Stacking Ring | $95 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Giambattista Valli Lace-Trimmed Floral Dress | $2,400 | MODA OPERANDI modaoperandi.com

Anthony Lent Golden Bone Bracelet | $5,520 | MODA OPERANDI | modaoperandi.com

Anatomicum Book | $35 | MAGIC BOX TOYS | magicboxnola.com

Marie Laveau Tomb | $108 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Kim Seybert Mineral Placemats | $160/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

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Sadie Forest Pillow | $495 Each | ECLECTIC HOME | eclectichome.net

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Snake Ring | $30 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Large Anthony Lent Gold Ring | $8,050 | MODA OPERANDI modaoperandi.com

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Alexander McQueen Midi Dress | $4,990 | BERGDORF GOODMAN | bergdorfgoodman.com

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Crow Platter | $175 Each | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

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Kinna Chandelier | $1,350 | ECLECTIC HOME | eclectichome.net

Lilliput Planchette Earrings | $12 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Marlene Glass Vase Set | $510 | ECLECTIC HOME eclectichome.net

Studded Oversized Hoodie and Over the Knee Boots | Hoodie $2,725 | Boots $1,550 | BERGDORF GOODMAN bergdorfgoodman.com

Vampy Lace Blouse | $65 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Skull Clutch | $148 | MONOMIN monomin.com

Galley Glasses | $27 Each | HILLTOP SHOPPE hilltopshoppe.com

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A.L.C. Cardigan | $395 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

Artel Poe Bowl | $1,110 | GUMP'S | gumps.com

Spikes Waste Bin | $717 | AMARA | amara.com

Lynn Ban Reverso Convertible Ring | $7,500 |

MODA OPERANDI modaoperandi.com

Black Spike Leather Pumps | $895 | MIU MIU | miumiu.com

Stella McCartney Fringe Crystal

Bag | $1,395 | BERGDORF GOODMAN bergdorfgoodman.com

Doomer Skull Shot Glass | $12.99 | BIBELOT BAGATELLE bibbag.com

5 Butterflies Deiphobus in Vitrine with Black Base | $1,285 | GUMP'S | gumps.com

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Kim Seybert Cocktail Napkins | $72/ Set of 6 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

Jennifer Behr Katya Velvet Bow Headband | $298 | BERGDORF GOODMAN bergdorfgoodman.com

Paisley Boho Dress | $130 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Eric Cortina Skull | $925 | GUMP'S | gumps.com

Seletti Bird Table Lamp | $170 | AMARA amara.com

Nero d'Oro Salad Bowl | $172 | CHATEAU DRUGS & GIFTS | chateaudrugsrx.com

Simone Rocha Tiered Tulle Mini Skirt | $895 |

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Jacob Chair | $800 | ECLECTIC HOME | eclectichome.net

Rory Dobner Beetleclock Paperweight | $62 | WOLF & BADGER | wolfandbadger.com

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Alexander McQueen Oversized Stud Slides | $720 | BERGDORF GOODMAN | bergdorfgoodman.com

Nero d'Oro Salad Servers | $73 | CHATEAU DRUGS & GIFTS chateaudrugsrx.com

French Farmhouse Chandelier | $1,750 | BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS bevolo.com

Alaia Vienne Corset Belt | $1,350 | BERGDORF GOODMAN | bergdorfgoodman.com

Bracha Carrissa Bracelet | $42 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Jonathan Simkhai Kali Lace Dress | $600 | SOSUSU sosusuboutique.com

Cult Gaia Acrylic Shoulder Bag | $438 | MODA OPERANDI modaoperandi.com

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Elizabeth Alpaugh EAT, DRINK & BE SCARY By k at y danos Photos by Josh Br ast e d

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E lizabeth Alpaugh loves decorating for every holiday, but Halloween is her absolute favorite. "All things spooky have a special place in my heart. From an early age, I loved to watch scary movies and read scary stories. It's a holiday that doesn't have to be serious or stressful and it brings people together." Between the wild décor and costumes, the holiday is the perfect match for Elizabeth. Black spiders hang across the façade of her Uptown house and pumpkins line the entrance, but it's her interior decoration that truly casts an enchanting spell. Elizabeth is so creative and skilled at both the hunt for vintage and found objects and repurposing them to fit her theme and scenic design. "I forage and collect things from estate sales, thrift stores, and local shops. It's my passion to reimagine them and make them my own." For a skeleton themed dinner party, Elizabeth envisioned an evening of black and gold with layers and layers of spine- tingling details. She has such a great sense of whimsy and humor. On her dining room table, she used a collection of vintage Oxford Hall bamboo flatware and Cristal D'arques Durand goblets and aptly named ghost chairs. She painted all the store-bought bones, spiders, and skulls gold and made the creepy candelabra herself. I love the bats hanging from the chandelier and the elegant beaded pumpkins.

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The "bar-moire" she found at The Salvation Army is loaded with clever touches — cocktail books replaced with tattered novels, decanters and potion bottles labeled with sinister names, and a mirror she edged with painted gold skulls removed from an old string of lights. "Focusing on the small details brings me such joy and truly makes the big picture come together. Repurposing my older holiday decorations keeps things fresh. It's constantly evolving and I love the thrill of seeing all of my new ideas come to life." From gold spray painted racks of bones to an eerie wall piece with added gold leaf and chain to a mantel filled with ghostly-titled black books, it's clear that Elizabeth loves entertaining at home and that her home is highly entertaining. A lighted ceramic owl found at an antique shop in Ponchatoula keeps a spectral watch over the gatherings as the television screens chilling images. Alfred Hitchcock would be very much at home.

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H alloween is just so fun. I met my You can go all out and it brings me so much joy to share it with my friends and family each year. husband, William, at a Halloween party so it will always be my favorite season.

- E l i zab e th A l paugh

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Pumpkins, Foliage and Decor PERINO'S HOME AND GARDEN CENTER | perinos.com Painting on Back Wall ELIZABETH ALPAUGH ART AND DESIGN @elizabethalpaughart_design

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Nola Tawk Along Came a Spider Pajamas | $34 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN | shoplittlemissmuffin.com

Lavish Beaded Earrings | $86 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Spooky Second Line | $9.95 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN shoplittlemissmuffin.com

Sybil the Witch Costume | $37.99 | MAGIC BOX TOYS magicboxnola.com

LED Black Bat Headband | $8.75 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Ghost Tote | $15 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Gingham Napkins | $6 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Voodoo Doll Earrings | $12 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Caspari Tapers | $8/ Pair | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

Nora Fleming Witch Hat | $14 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN shoplittlemissmuffin.com

Nina Mur Handmade Wood Sunglasses | $415 | ART & EYES | artandeyesneworleansla.com

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Large Party Pumpkin | $296 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Lilliput Ghost Earrings | $12 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Pumpkin Patch Zipper Footie | $41 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

Vintage Costume Inspirations Book | $15.95 | MAGIC BOX TOYS | magicboxnola.com

Boo and Trick or Treat Pillow | $44 Each | CHATEAU DRUGS & GIFTS chateaudrugsrx.com

Pumpkin Trick or Treat Bag | $13.99 |

MAGIC BOX TOYS magicboxnola.com

Gaby and Grace Earrings | $39 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Witch Tote | $15 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Brumate Hopsulator Slim | $28 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN shoplittlemissmuffin.com

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Big Booey Buckets | $54 Each | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Pumpkin Bubble | $52 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

Large Flocked Skeletons | $210 Each | JUDY AT THE RINK | judyattherink.com

Day of the Dead Nola Style by Starr Hagenbring | $1,900 | ART & EYES | artandeyesneworleansla.com

Pink Rose Princess Dress | $49.99 |

MAGIC BOX TOYS magicboxnola.com

Monster Mix Popcorn | $5.50 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

LED Purple Cat Headband | $8.75 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Flocked Skull Assortment | $19.99 | MAGIC BOX TOYS | magicboxnola.com

Saints Go Marching In Fleece Blanket | $52 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Vampires, Hearts & Other Dead Things | $18.99 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Pumpkin Ruffle Sleeve Dress | $56 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

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Skeleton Hand Highball Glass | $24.50 Each | POTTERY BARN | potterybarn.com

Tangled Web Spider Placemat | $29.38 for 6 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Pearl Horn Headband | $12 | WILDFLOWER NOLA wildflowernola.com

Astronaut Costume | $37.99 | MAGIC BOX TOYS magicboxnola.com

Allie Beads Ghost Earrings | $48 | JUDY AT THE RINK | judyattherink.com

B is for Boo Book | $9.99 | MAGIC BOX TOYS | magicboxnola.com

Voodoo Earrings | $42 | THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION shophnoc.com

Iridescent Skull Goblet | $9 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Halloween Spiders | Prices Vary | JUDY AT THE RINK | judyattherink.com

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Wha th t e 's Stitch?

by M i cha e l a B e chl e r

E ven if the outside temperatures disagree, it's sweater weather in our book and knitwear's time to shine! From cozy blankets and chunky accessories to sleek and chic cashmere pieces, knits can be found in all shapes, sizes, and styles this season.

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1. Veronica Beard Elizabeth Striped Cardigan | $495 | JOSEPH | josephstores.com

2. Small Knitted Narwhal | $32 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

3. Varese Cardigan | $395 | PIED NU | piednunola.com

4. Veronica Beard Sorina Sweater | $395 | JOSEPH | josephstores.com

5. Knitted Nursery Frog Rattle | $12 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

6. Mayoral Olive Sweater | $42 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN | shoplittlemissmuffin.com

7. Fire Truck Crochet Sweater | $80 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

8. Rio Arches Pillow | $138 | JONATHAN ADLER | jonathanadler.com

9. Christian Wijnants Blue Floral Jersey Turtleneck | $285 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

10. Vintage Bicycle Intarsia Sweater | $62 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

11. MSGM Green Knit Sweater | $350 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

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1. Mer Sea Chalet Scarf | $72 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

2. Marlow Cowl Neck Dress | $128 | MONOMIN | monomin.com

3. Jonathan Simkhai Chocolate Wool Sweater | $416 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

4. Arch4 Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater | $380 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

5. Bethel Cotton Blanket | $322 Each | MAISONETTE | maisonetteshop.com

6. Veronica Beard Florian Pullover | $350 | JOSEPH | josephstores.com

7. Arch4 Cashmere Collared Sweater | $600 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

8. Slub Organic Cotton Throws | $138 Each | MAISONETTE | maisonetteshop.com

9. Break My Stride Dress | $99 | WILDFLOWER NOLA | wildflowernola.com

10. Lab Fair Isle Pocket Cardigan | $70 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

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1. Mayoral Camelia Mockneck Sweater | $28 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN | shoplittlemissmuffin.com

2. Mixtape Sweater | $109 | WILDFLOWER NOLA | wildflowernola.com

3. A.L.C. Oakley Sweater | $475 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

4. Barefoot Dreams Baby Blanket | $60 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

5. A.L.C. Nadia Sweater | $425 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

6. Hand Knit Heart Beanie | $29 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

7. Tanya Taylor Carina Knit | $345 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

8. Hearts Fair Isle Sweater | $70 | MIGNON | mignonnola.com

9. Stella Jean Multicolor Sweater | $388 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

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1. Natural Knit Dress | $168 | MONOMIN | monomin.com

2. Embers Scarf | $42 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

3. Madrid Top and Shrug Set | $128 | MONOMIN | monomin.com

4. Jonathan Simkhai Eleanore Sweater and Lenore Pants | Sweater $328 | Pants $302 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

5. Metallic Knit Pillow | $125 Each | MICHAEL ARAM | michaelaram.com

6. Rosie Striped Sweater | $108 | MONOMIN | monomin.com

7. Mayoral Striped Dress | $52 | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN | shoplittlemissmuffin.com

8. Embellished Snake Throw | $395 | JONATHAN ADLER | jonathanadler.com

9. Re/Done 80s Slim Cardigan | $450 | SOSUSU | sosusuboutique.com

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Home Away From Home in the Vieux Carré By k at y danos | photos by chr i s gr ang e r

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F or an out-of-town client with ties to New Orleans, Penny Francis created a dreamy getaway in the French Quarter that honors the rich history of the property, while meeting the needs of a vibrant young family and their frequent visits. Built in 1810, the compound includes a two-story Creole cottage, a carriage house, a handsome two-story garçonnière, and three private courtyards. The residence exudes all the soulful beauty one might expect from such stunning old bones. Extraordinary charm is inherently there, but the clients needed a smart design and modern conveniences that would allow them to enjoy the home with relatives and friends. This is where Penny's experience and expertise comes in. Under her watchful eye, original elements such as the antique wood floors and fireplaces were thoughtfully refinished and restored. Her renovation plan maximized the use of the existing interior spaces while bringing the lighting, air conditioning, and kitchen all up to date. The end result is a colorful and distinctive sanctuary in one of the oldest parts of the city.

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I love that when you are immediately transformed and have no idea what you are about to experience. entering the gates of the property,

- p e nny f r anc i s

"The architecture of the home and preserving its integrity was important," Penny explains. "Small changes improved the flow on the main floor and allowed the living, dining, and music rooms to work seamlessly together. As a vacation home, they wanted lots of bright color and whimsy." Most importantly, it had to be kid-friendly, so Penny utilized hard-working textiles and finishes that provide durability without sacrificing style. The magic of a house this age speaks to you the minute you enter the cottage and with Penny's extraordinary talent, your heart sings. "The decoration all started with the living room paper," says Penny. A custom-fitted wallcovering, Enfumé from Flavor Paper, creates an immediate sense of wanderlust. The painterly, atmospheric mural evokes far-flung locales and idyllic escapes, making the interior landscape just as seductive as the property's lush location. Decorator's White wall color allows the mural, artwork, and furnishings to take center stage. Penny deftly mixes materials, patterns, and eras to achieve that collected look that feels so relaxed.

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Outdoor Caracole wicker armchairs come inside, a Queen Anne side chair is recovered in bold Matisse- like linen, Sauvage by Zak + Fox, and a dynamic gestural painting by New York artist Francine Tint from Octavia Art Gallery hangs near the restored staircase. The fireplace, gleaming in glossy black paint, keeps everything well-grounded. A guest room and piano parlor are seen from different ends of the living room, so Penny subtly ties them visually together with color, texture, and mood. The paint color for the door trim leading to the bedroom is an interesting green plucked from the mural and custom matched. The room's palette is a moody and restful plum with touches of silvery gray. Decoration is kept minimal, so that the heart pine floors can tell centuries of French Quarter stories. It's the music room, however, that really gets my imagination going. The original St. Joe brick floor and beamed ceiling transport me back to entertaining in a 19th century New Orleans — fashionable and fun. The present day room has a swanky vibe with sexy lighting — a Plumes

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lamp and a textured lighting fixture, a piano which both homeowners play, Highland House swivel chairs, and a deep blue Thibaut grasscloth. Mixed media wall sculptures by Mia Kaplan from Octavia Art Gallery are a brilliant nod to our diverse cultural influences and many traditions. For the dining room, Penny chose Frutto Proibtio, a whimsical wallpaper by Cole & Son. With its sprawling tree branches, overscale pomegranates, and playful monkeys, it's exuberant and slightly mischievous, much like the neighborhood. Continuing with Decorator's White wall color (high gloss for the tongue-and-groove ceiling) amplifies the natural light streaming in from the original French doors. The fireplace in Patriot Blue — a pure and saturated color — defines the space and separates it from the kitchen. Decoration is again kept minimal with a low- maintenance Parsons table and modern metal chairs with performance velvet cushions, allowing the rich tones of the flooring and existing architecture to stand out.

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sense of imaginative escape. The wallpaper — Cleo Vine by Anna French — was the perfect foliage piece. It's an exotic botanical and quite elegant," Penny explains. A gray ombré carpet from Jaipur Rugs and cozy bedding, charming rattan stools, and a stylish shagreen chest from Eclectic Home add lovely color and texture. In the children's room, the client wanted to sleep the maximum, so Penny made use of the vertical space of the steeply pitched roof. Bunk beds from Room & Board featuring a twin at the top and full at the bottom with a hidden trundle beneath was a smart solution. There's still lots of room to play. With great light already so abundant, she installed a large Calder-esque mobile for a strong dose of whimsy. Extendable brass reading sconces were attached to the bunks. For subtle pattern and additional warmth, a textured horizontal striped wallcovering runs counter to

the oak beadboard ceiling, a rich turquoise rug is layered over carpeting, and adorable woven poufs are scattered here and there. Dramatic art by Dawn DeDeaux from the Arthur Roger Gallery delivers a definite wow moment. It's futuristic, substantial, densely pigmented, and uber-cool all at once, making this such a fantastic placement. The guest cottage is a fabulous example of a very small space with enormous style. "Because you enter the cottage through the tiny kitchen, we wanted to make a big statement from the get-go. With such a small footprint, wall cabinets were eliminated and we paid special attention to the vertical square footage. A graphic ceramic tile by Stacy Garcia acts as the 'art' for the space and the see-through lighting brings a sense of openness." A tidy guest room features an oversized chandelier made from reclaimed driftwood and a vintage throw from Sunday Shop.

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I think of lighting like sculpture and art. I choose pieces that speak to the overall mood and design of the space and I don't try to match other fixtures in the house. Each space guides me.

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I've long admired Penny's work and although each project is so vastly different from the next, I have noted some of her signature concepts executed flawlessly. Wallpaper — no one does it better. In addition to adding depth and pattern, her delightful choices deliver so much artful personality to each room. The powder room paper with little pink ribbon and bows (her exclusive design) is a cheeky nod to the home's French Quarter location and I'm in love with the dining room monkeys; I bet the children in this family are too. Lighting — functional and necessary, but Penny seizes it as a major decorative opportunity. Each fixture, whether through shape, material, or color, is a gutsy selection that moves the design scheme forward. Many of the things in this alluring home — rugs, lighting, textiles, accents — can be found at her beautiful shop on Oak Street. I'm happy to see that this stunning property is alive and well after centuries of loving use. Here's to decades more history and memories.

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Interior Design and Project Management PENNY FRANCIS | eclectichome.net

Living Room Velvet Sofa PRECEDENT FURNITURE | precedent-furniture.com

Living Room Chandelier VISUAL COMFORT | visualcomfort.com

Music Room Wicker Sofa SUMMER CLASSICS | summerclassics.com

Main House Kitchen Color 2131-70 BENJAMIN MOORE | benjaminmoore.com

Guest Room Wallpaper BRETT DESIGN | brettdesigninc.com

Kids Room Wallpaper PASSAGE | thibautdesign.com

Furnishings and Décor ECLECTIC HOME | eclectichome.net

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I n Debra Shriver's third book about the city of New Orleans and her first on Paris, she takes you on a journey of self-reflection — a sabbatical from her decades-long, high-powered life and career in New York City. With a one-way ticket to Paris, she did what is known in New Orleans as the French leave. My grandmother used this phrase often with a little wink at the end of a long debutante ball or wedding reception. By definition, a French leave is a custom which began in 18th century France that means going away from a gathering without taking leave of the host or hostess or to go away without permission or notice. And that's exactly what Deb did. With little fanfare and few goodbyes, Deb escaped Manhattan and her job for a much-needed time-out. After years of a 24/7 schedule and holidays spent in her second home in New Orleans, she stepped back and slipped away. She writes, "In France, very few things are done in haste and time is the silent ingredient." The French Leave: From Paris To Orleans Parish , is a stunning book of luscious

French Leave DEBRA SHRIVER'S by k at y danos

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photography and charming text. Her nine months of soul searching and eventual permanent move to the Crescent City are beautifully chronicled. The limited edition book is the first to be published by Crescent City Press, the new imprint that Deb founded here. As she notes, "My desire is to identify and inspire, through publishing, the overflowing cache of talent throughout my adopted city of New Orleans and neighboring regions." This title will only be sold in small bookstores, boutiques, and museum shops here and in Paris. It's the story of quiet meandering on narrow streets and footpaths, days spent wandering through secret gardens, and solitary afternoons lingering at sidewalk cafés. Her captivating depiction of the shops, food stalls, and elegant dining tables send me on my own little French leave. Deb shot and edited all of the photography herself on an iPhone, allowing her to capture the delicious small details and unplanned moments of everyday Parisian life. A treasure trove of antique silver, fine porcelain, fading painted finishes, and chipping gilt are "a movable feast" as Hemingway would say. I especially love her description of navigating the food markets where

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patience, simplicity, and presentation is the rule. There's no multi-tasking. "This was one of my most important lessons," Deb explains. "If you asked for cheese, bread, and fruit, the vendor would sell you: Cheese. Bread. Fruit. One at a time. The French naturally mono-task, and they are almost never in a hurry. There is artful parceling; packaging by wrapping twine the color of corn silk around very thin waxed paper; and, finally, payment." "I had come to Paris in search of Colette," says Deb. "I'd packed three slim. well-read paperbacks for my journey. Traveling muses; three for the road." As she explored the nooks and crannies of the City of Light, Colette's classic two-volume set on love, Chéri and The Last of Chéri ; Hemingway's A Moveable Feast, and Henry Miller's Tropic of Cancer were steady companions. She also includes delightful recountings of meeting Catherine Deneuve, touring Coco Chanel's apartment, visiting Claude Monet's former home in Giverny, and staying at the Hôtel La Mirande in Avignon. She even gained access

T he French leave. Back out of the room, with eyes straight ahead. Or feign a powder room visit and head for the hills. Not exactly a finish, but a quiet intermezzo, a halftime, an intermission. A much-needed timeout to consider one's options.

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to the Hôtel de Pontalba, a hôtel particulier and the Parisian home of New Orleans' Micaela Almonester, Baroness de Pontalba, who built our iconic Jackson Square. There are self-portraits shot as she peers through tiny shop windows and she cleverly weaves images of the Vieux Carré into the story. With her unrivaled eye and honest emotion, Deb takes us along on her restorative sojourn finding exquisite beauty in ordinary things. "One's destination is never a place but rather a new way of looking at things," she explains." Novelty lights up the brain." This book says big things in quiet ways in which we can all find solace. The French Leave definitely feeds your heart and soul. I'm checking off several hard to shop for people on my holiday list — history buffs, French design lovers, antique collectors, and those of you who love a stylish coffee table book, you just might find this under the tree. There are several author signings scheduled and the book is available at the New Orleans Museum of Art as well as other local independent bookstores.

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BOOK SIGNINGS Friday, October 22 | SUD | 5 - 7 pm 4021 Magazine Street | New Orleans

Wednesday, October 27 | HAZELNUT | 5 - 6:30 pm 5525 Magazine Street | New Orleans

Tuesday, November 2 | THE CABILDO | 6 - 8 pm 701 Chartres Street | New Orleans

P aris is a welcoming destination for those who defect from other places, other lives. Whether you are disappointed, downcast, or even temporarily despondent, Paris lets you heal at your own pace. If New York shouts, then Paris whispers.

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Pheasant Feather Coaster Set | $38/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

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Southern Lights Candles | $20 Each | LITTLE MISS MUFFIN shoplittlemissmuffin.com

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Pumpkin Tea Towel | $18 | CHATEAU DRUGS & GIFTS | chateaudrugsrx.com

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Pale Yellow Wine Goblet | $24 Each | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

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Vietri Gold Leaf Platter | $69 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

Kim Seybert Amber Napkin Ring | $84/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Vietri Moon Glass Centerpiece | $113 | JUDY AT THE RINK | judyattherink.com

Gold Leaf Placemat | $22/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

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Gold Harvest Paper Salad Plate | $8/ Set of 8 | HILLTOP SHOPPE hilltopshoppe.com

Stag's Head Wine Cooler | $358 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Kim Seybert Dip Dyed Napkin | $180/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT | hazelnutneworleans.com

Golden Wheat Candelabra | $188 | JUDY AT THE RINK judyattherink.com

Agate Pebbled Placemat | $27 Each | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Kim Seybert Coasters | $106/ Set of 4 | HAZELNUT hazelnutneworleans.com

Estelle Colored Glass Stemless Set | $160/ Set of 6 | HILLTOP SHOPPE hilltopshoppe.com

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