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 Chairish joining up with LiveAuctioneers, the Downeast Antiques & Art Show, and the Lilly Pulitzer Vintage Vault Collection. Written by Natalie Aldridge.
Chairish Joins Forces with LiveAuctioneers
In thrilling news for treasure hunters everywhere, Chairish, along with its stylish European sister site Pamono, has been acquired by Auction Technology Group, the powerhouse behind beloved marketplaces like LiveAuctioneers. Two of the design world’s most adored sources for rare, beautiful, and irresistible pieces are now under one very chic roof.
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For interior designers and devoted design aficionados, this union is nothing short of a dream. It means more vintage gems to unearth, more artful antiques to swoon over, and more singular statement pieces from expert sellers across the globe. Chairish will continue to keep everything that makes it so beloved, from its distinctive brand to its keen editorial eye and world-class customer service that has turned casual browsers into loyal collectors.
Think of it as an already-great treasure hunt going supercharged. Whether seeking a perfect Louis XVI fauteuil, a sculptural midcentury light, or a piece of contemporary art that makes your heart race, the chances of finding “the one” have just multiplied. This dynamic pairing is set to make the hunt more exciting than ever!
Downeast Antiques & Art Show
Sometimes antiques are even better when you can treasure hunt in person, where the scent of aged leather, the gleam of patinated brass, and the thrill of discovery come together. Nowhere captures that magic quite like the Downeast Antiques & Art Show in Blue Hill, Maine.
Set against the serene backdrop of coastal Maine’s August light and mist, the show begins today and runs through the 16th on the grounds of George Stevens Academy. It is one of America’s longest-running antiques events and each year becomes one of the summer’s most covetable destinations for stylish seekers. The show brings together world-class dealers offering the finest American, English, and European antiques, decorative art, and design treasures.
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On Friday, interior designer Rita Konig and architect Gil Schafer will join Frederic’s Editor-in-Chief Dara Caponigro for an “In Conversation” event. This promises an engaging discussion on interiors, design, antiques, and architecture, followed by a book signing of Dara’s latest book, Glorious Gardens.
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General admission is $15, with all proceeds benefiting George Stevens Academy, a beloved local high school deeply woven into the Blue Hill community. The Downeast Antiques & Art Show is a love letter to designers, collectors, and beauty hunters, offering the rare joy of finding a piece that speaks to you and knowing it is truly yours.
Lilly Pulitzer Vintage Vault Collection
Lilly Pulitzer has opened the doors to its storied archives with the debut of the Vintage Vault Collection, a treasure trove for connoisseurs of the brand’s most iconic and nostalgic designs. The Glam Pad adores vintage Lilly, with its sunny palette, playful prints, and effortlessly glamorous resort spirit. The brand’s archives are a treasure trove of joy, and the idea of seeing these classics return has us positively giddy.
Launching on August 21st, the first limited-edition drop, Lilly’s Zoo, brings back a beloved print from 1974, resplendent in saturated blues and vibrant neutrals. Think palm-fringed whimsy and safari escapades, reimagined on both women’s silhouettes and the brand’s iconic children’s Shift.
The Vintage Vault pulls from the fashion house’s original print library from 1962 to 1985, as well as its archive from the 1990s onward. Each drop will reinterpret these classic designs for today’s wardrobe, offering heirloom-worthy pieces that feel modern yet timeless. As CEO Michelle Kelly explains, it is about reconnecting with some of the most iconic prints in the brand’s history while inviting a new generation to fall in love anew.
For Lilly devotees, this is an irresistible invitation to relive the brand’s golden era, whether you remember wearing it the first time around or have been hunting for vintage pieces ever since. The collection will be available in Lilly Pulitzer flagship stores, select boutiques, and online.
Read our favorite articles of the week!
Raspberry Social: Recipes Inspired by Anne of Green Gables by Victoria Magazine.
This Storybook Connecticut Cottage Quietly Holds a Treasure Trove of Swedish Antiques written by Frances Schultz for Veranda.
Shop this week’s inspired finds!
x Natalie
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