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 La Petite Maison, our favorite quiet luxury handbags, and Vincent Darré’s collection for Monoprix. Written by Natalie Aldridge.
La Petite Maison
La Petite Maison, Houston’s charmingly miniature showhouse is here!. Part gala, part designer showcase, this pint-sized extravaganza merges philanthropy with a serious dose of creativity. At The Glam Pad, we are huge dollhouse fans, but this takes it to a whole new level.
Crafted by local architects, builders, and designers, these dollhouses are reimagined as miniature masterpieces—tiny jewel boxes brimming with style and creativity. Each one is auctioned off to benefit Family Houston, a cause championed by founder Alexandra Killion, whose flair for blending Houston’s vibrant social scene with the design world makes this event truly one-of-a-kind.
This year’s glittering lineup includes design luminaries like Jean Liu, Avery Cox, Courtney Barton, Jennifer Barron, Lauren Wills, Amy Kummer, Elizabeth Gerrit, and Kristen Leigh Studios. Adding to the glamour are contributions from industry heavyweights such as Donald Robertson, Coley Home, The Urban Electric Co., Benjamin Moore, Thibaut, Fleur Home, Porter Teleo, Beata Heuman, Holland & Sherry, Schumacher, Pierre Frey, Pindler, and Robert Kime. Think of it as the tiny house movement, but with a couture twist!
Quiet Luxury Handbags
The rise of “quiet luxury” is a movement that resonates deeply with us here at The Glam Pad and has inspired us to reflect on our favorite understated yet luxurious handbags.
A quiet luxury handbag is more than just an accessory; it’s a cornerstone of a capsule wardrobe. Its versatility, superior craftsmanship, and ability to seamlessly complement any outfit make it an enduring staple to any wardrobe. To help navigate this, we’ve curated a list of our current favorite quiet luxury handbag brands. These labels may be steeped in heritage, but they remain refreshingly understated. Their designs often forgo flashy logos and overt embellishments, focusing instead on exquisite craftsmanship and subtle elegance—the hallmarks of true luxury.
With Black Friday just around the corner, now is the ideal moment to invest in a handbag destined to become your go-to hero piece!
2. Mark Cross
3. Launer
4. Strathberry
5. Mulberry
6. DeMellier
7. Le Tanneur
Vincent Darré X Monoprix
Vincent Darré, the quintessential Parisian dandy and designer extraordinaire, known for his chameleonic career spanning fashion and interiors, needs little introduction. Renowned for his theatrical, baroque-meets-whimsical aesthetic, Darré once again takes center stage with his second collaboration with French retailer Monoprix.
Drawing inspiration from astrology and the zodiac, this collection is a blend of playfulness and intrigue, reimagining festive décor with a mystical twist. From an opulent velvet armchair to a surrealist metal floor lamp, an Art Deco-inspired coffee table to dramatic baroque candlesticks, each piece exudes enchantment—ideal for creating a Christmas steeped in magic and wonder.
On the fashion front, it’s all about party glamour. Think sequined dresses, jacquard tuxedos, silk shirts, and embroidered woolen bombers. In true Darré style, the entire collaboration is over the top and perfectly lavish.
Read our favorite articles of the week!
Fifth Avenue: The Story of New York’s Legendary Thoroughfare written by Timothy Brittain-Catlin for the World of Interiors.
It Took Years to Erase a Kitchen So Bad, It Wasn’t Even Shown on the Real Estate Listing written by Kelly Allen for House Beautiful.
Shop this week’s inspired finds!
x Natalie
