Maria de la Orden New York Pop Up, Scully & Scully Begonia Bash, and Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator at Old Westbury Gardens

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at the Maria de la Orden New York Pop Up, Scully & Scully Begonia Bash, and Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator at Old Westbury Gardens. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Maria de la Orden New York Pop Up

Born in Paris by Madrid native Maria de la Orden, Maria de la Orden Studio will be popping up in New York until June 11th. This worldly brand is a delightful blend of playful prints, vintage-inspired silhouettes, and charming details that are truly captivating.

Maria’s journey began at the age of 19 during a trip to Peru. She brought back vibrant fabrics, transforming them into unique garments for friends and family. These colorful prints and geometric patterns sparked her creativity and led her to partner with Laura de la Révélière. Together, they launched Maria de la Orden Studio in 2019. Most of Maria’s designs are inspired by her childhood and travels, as well as books and vintage stores. Her clothing is unique and unlike anything you will find in most shops.

Since its inception, the brand has flourished, with Maria noting that the pandemic played a role in their rapid ascent. Maria de la Orden Studio continues to gain acclaim, making it a must-watch in the fashion world. While the brand has become quite the fan favorite, stores have yet to come to the US, making this pop-up an exciting opportunity to shop in person. If you find yourself in New York, be sure to stop by. The pop up will be located at 228 Mott Street.

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Scully & Scully Begonia Bash

Established in 1934, Scully & Scully is celebrating an impressive 90-year legacy with a grand expansion. Their flagship showroom on Park Avenue in Manhattan has doubled in size, creating a stunning space to showcase their exquisite collection of crystal, private label silver items, jewelry, leather goods, and more. We at The Glam Pad are massive fans of this iconic family-owned business and are delighted to spread the word.

In celebration of this exciting milestone, Scully & Scully has joined forces with the Fund for Park Avenue, enlisting six young designers to create beautiful tablescapes using the wonderful items found within the store. Each designer had total creative control, allowing their unique personality and style to shine through their selection of china patterns, flatware, crystal, and additional touches that made their tables sing.

Among the six designers was The Glam Pad’s very own Natalie Aldridge. Inspired by the Royal Limoges Nymphea Adriana, Natalie played off the punchy colors and ethereal nature of the pattern. To bring a youthful energy to the table, she incorporated the Herend American Wildflowers Butterfly Weed salad plate to highlight the cheerful yellows of the Nymphea. The china arrangement was then finished with the Haviland & Parlon Lexington charger in green. Paired with fun Capdeco Diana flatware in teal, William Yeoward crystal, and linens by Chefanie, the table was both playful and modern. Additionally included in the tablescape were Moser bud vases and Sterling Silver candle stick holders. Natalie’s flower arrangements were the icing on the cake, completing the vibrant and sophisticated look.

Please visit Scully & Scully to recreate the look, and check out the celebratory Garden Party tablescape The Glam Pad coordinated for additional inspiration.

Anatomy of a Decorator at Old Westbury Gardens

Next Thursday, June 6th, Emily Evans Eerdmans—historian, founder of Eerdmans Gallery, and author of Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator—will be joining the Friends of Old Westbury Gardens for a lecture and book signing at the famed estate. Built in 1906, Old Westbury Gardens was once the cherished abode of John S. Phipps, his delightful wife Margarita Grace Phipps, and their four beloved children. The mansion, designed in the Charles II style by the renowned English designer George A. Crawley, stands as a testament to architectural grandeur. This incredible estate will provide a perfect backdrop for Emily’s inspiring lecture on the “Prince of Chintz” and her book signing. While not decorated by the Mr. Buatta, Old Westbury Gardens is not short of chintz textiles. Many of the grand rooms are adorned in classic and oh so feminine chintz prints.

The Friends of Old Westbury Gardens are dedicated to raising funds for the faithful preservation and interpretation of the estate’s landscape, gardens, architecture, and collections. They will graciously host Emily Evans Eerdmans for the event, offering small bites and champagne. Tickets are available for purchase here!