New York story, by design

Those with an interest in style, home design or simply a great “New York story” will want to visit “The World of D.D. and Leslie Tillett,” the first retrospective of the work of New York textile designers whose names are not really known outside the field.
Donald Albrecht, a curator of the exhibition that opened this week at the Museum of the City of New York, tells us in WAG’s current issue that sharing the Tilletts’ story not only is timely but fits into the museum’s mission.

A glimmering day

Despite the gloomy weather outside, it was all sparkle – think diamonds and sapphires, garnets and emeralds – in an event space on the ninth floor of the tony University Club off Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue this past Sunday.

Seasonal sips

Manitoga, The Russel Wright Design Center in Garrison, invites you to stop in for “An Autumn Cocktail Walk” from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct….

A Hudson perch

A five-bedroom mansion overlooking the Hudson River in Briarcliff Manor is no longer the primary residence for the Lewis family. Their moving on, though, offers the chance for someone else to enjoy the many features of Hudson View.

Save the (shopping) dates

Those who like to shop for things a bit out of the ordinary, things with a decidedly artistic flair, will want to save some time during the weekend of Oct. 12-14. That’s when the 19th annual Westchester Fine Craft Show comes to the Westchester County Center in White Plains.

Road trip

For fans of Russel Wright and his iconic industrial designs, a road trip might be in order.

Sure, you can visit Manitoga/The Russel Wright Design Center in Garrison at your convenience. In fact, many admirers of Wright’s work repeatedly visit the historic site right in WAG’s backyard

A gracious retreat

Bill and Linda Kaye have nurtured the evolution of The Willows, their 13-plus-acre weekend getaway in Pound Ridge, for decades. Now, they look back on a life well lived and a property well enjoyed.

Twin peaks

When it comes to a shopping experience that’s a class act, WAG country has a pair of options that immediately comes to mind – The Westchester in White Plains and Greenwich’s namesake, Greenwich Avenue. We take another look.

Simply scent-sational

Sue Phillips is spreading the word about the power of scent in a most creative way. She takes clients of her company, Scenterprises, on a personal fragrance journey where the final destination is a one-of-a-kind perfume.

A gem of a shopping idea

Pam Older, the Larchmont-based jewelry designer we featured last November, has let us know that in addition to finding her lovely creations in boutiques throughout WAG country (and online), you can shop from her directly at a handful of local events in coming weeks.

Jazzing it up

Emily Tabin, profiled in the November WAG (Passionate Pursuits) – has sent out a friendly reminder about the new season of the Westchester Jazz Orchestra.

LIVING ON

The ArtFull Living Show House, that stunner of a showcase that explores how easily (and stylishly) art can be integrated into a home setting,…

MORE MARCY

WAG’s favorite – and busiest – performance artist has alerted us to another of her upcoming works.

Collaborative Concepts presents “When Farm Animals Sing,” an interactive performance by Marcy B. Freedman, from 3 to 6 p.m. Sept. 1 at Saunders’ Farm, 853 Old Albany Post Road in Garrison. The rain date is Sept. 2.