Charlotte's Chic Homes

One of the events I couldn't make it to this week was shoe designer Charlotte Dellal's launch party at Bergdorf Goodman.  Her line named Charlotte Olympia is filled with vertigo inducing heels in bright colors and patterns.  After seeing images of her own home in London as well as that of her parents, I have a feeling that she must be inspired by these interiors and amazing art collection.   

Charlotte's purple bedroom and leopard shoe collection.

Charlotte in her Mayfair boutique.

Gorgeous in green Oscar de la Renta on her balcony.

I wouldn't be surprised if Charlotte expands to hats and gloves before long.

As the mother of a young child, she is often running around and said she plans to introduce flats and lower heels now.

I think London has the prettiest front doors of any city.

Charlotte in her parent's home.

Charlotte Dellal in front of a painting by Cecily Brown.

Charlotte's mother Andrea and sister Alice

A Damien Hirst polka dot painting.

Charlotte with works by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol

Photos by Christopher Sturman for Harper's Bazaar and Trent McGinn for Harper's Bazaar UK

Windows at Bergdorf Goodman

All the windows at Bergdorf Goodman are amazing, not just those for the holidays.  A new book from Assouline, Windows at Bergdorf Goodman, chronicles many of their fanciful creations.  The delft window above is absolutely gorgeous but my all time favorite is the window with a tilted floor that makes it look like a ship is listing to one side, below.  I lived on West 58th Street for a few years and I always loved walking by the windows every morning on my way to work.  They are like a gift to all New Yorkers.  The limited edition book is hefty not only in size but price at $550.  I'm hoping they come out with a regular version next year so we can all enjoy the store windows from the comfort of our homes. 

Photos by Ricky Zehavi and John Cordes © 2010

Bergdorf Goodman Holiday Windows 2010

My favorite part of living in New York is being able to experience the Bergdorf Goodman holiday windows in person.  Each year, the senior director of visual presentation, David Hoey, and his staff create windows full of pure fantasy and over the top glamour.  The theme this season is traveling which includes a winged horse and flying carriage, as well as a silver space ship, listing boat, and scarlet train.  You really have to stand in front of them and marvel at all the details.  I think my favorite part is the moving backdrop behind the train.  It's simply amazing that they can create such splendor in such small spaces.  The windows are titled "Wish You Were Here" and I wish all of you were here.  For those who can't be, these photos are my holiday gift to you!  Enjoy!

Photos by Heather Clawson for Habitually Chic