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 Patricia Altschul’s needlepoint collaboration with Furbish, Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection, and Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Patricia Altschul x Furbish

At The Glam Pad, we have long adored Patricia Altschul, the Charleston grande dame, Southern Charm matriarch, and eternal arbiter of wit and elegance. Whether presiding over her storied Greek Revival mansion or serving martinis in a caftan with a pug at her side, Patricia embodies the art of living beautifully with a raised eyebrow and a perfect one-liner.

Her new collaboration with Furbish Studio captures that irresistible spirit in a collection of cheeky needlepoint pillows that balance Southern refinement with playful irreverence. These needlepoint charmers bring instant personality to any room. They are conversation starters, mood lifters, and, in true Patricia fashion, a reminder that interiors should always be as spirited as their owners.

Elegant, vibrant, and just a little mischievous, the Patricia Altschul x Furbish collection lets you invite Patricia’s signature glamour with a wink into your home. After all, life is far too short for boring décor. Shop the collection here!

Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection

At The Glam Pad, we can never resist the allure of Chinoiserie. Few names embody its artistry quite like Fromental, the London-based luxury wallpaper house known for their hand-painted silk masterpieces that grace some of the most exquisite interiors around the world. This September, Fromental celebrates its 20th anniversary with a groundbreaking launch that has the design world buzzing: Papier Chinois.

For the first time, Fromental is making its signature Chinoiserie accessible through innovative digital printing. The collection reimagines five beloved patterns, Bambois, Florent, Rocaille, and Peter Rabbit, with the addition of Millefleurs, a fresh design inspired by the lush intricacy of antique tapestries. Each printed panel preserves the artistry and detail of originals that can take up to 50 hours to hand-paint These beautiful papers have a far shorter lead time of 4–6 weeks compared to the 12+ weeks required for bespoke versions and are available at a much better price point.

The Papier Chinois debut also ushers in Fromental’s brand-new e-commerce platform, complete with roll calculators, video installation guides, and groundbreaking AR technology that allows you to animate the Millefleurs wallpaper once installed in your space. It’s a pivotal moment for the brand and for the industry, marrying twenty years of tradition with innovation that makes their artistry more accessible than ever. From hand-painted silks to digitally rendered jewels, Fromental continues to prove that Chinoiserie is not just a decorative style, but a living art form for today.

The full collection can be viewed here!

Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens

Every autumn, Birmingham Botanical Gardens transforms into a veritable Eden of antiques, design, and inspiration. Antiques at the Gardens has become one of the South’s most anticipated events, drawing tastemakers and treasure hunters alike to wander beneath the oaks in search of heirlooms, objets d’art, and design wisdom. Now in its 18th year, the show continues to be a highlight with its seamless marriage of horticulture and high style.

 

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This year’s edition has an incredible roster of exhibitors offering everything from fine furniture and silver to vintage jewelry, textiles, and garden accents. Interwoven throughout the weekend are lectures and conversations with celebrated designers, architects, and floral artists, ensuring the event is as enriching intellectually as it is aesthetically.

Some of the much anticipated events this weekend include talks with Thomas O’Brien and Katie Ridder, Jane Scott Hodges, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard. On Saturday, our friend Rudy Saunders will be hosting Stitch with Rudy Saunders: Needlepoint with Friends, a delightful morning workshop complete with a needlepoint kit, muffins, and mimosas. Could there be a chicer way to start the day?

 

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But perhaps the true beauty of Antiques at the Gardens is the setting itself and to be reminded that antiques are not relics but living pieces of history that flourish in dialogue with the present. With proceeds benefiting the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the event also ensures that this unique cultural and natural treasure continues to thrive for generations.

If you are in Birmingham, be sure to visit this weekend. Antiques at the Gardens is a wonderful show, not to be missed. Tickets can be purchased here!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

10 ‘Old’ Design Trends That Should Have Never Gone Out of Style written by Nina Derwin for Veranda.

Alexandra Kaehler Refreshes a Century-Old Chicago Home for a Young Family written by Alexandra Kaehler for Frederic.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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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 Manolo Blahnik’s Marie Antoinette Collection, Marie Antoinette for Ladurée, and Inside Marie Antoinette Style. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Manolo Blahnik’s Marie Antoinette Collection

If there were ever a designer destined to bring Versailles to our wardrobes, it would be Manolo Blahnik. The legendary shoemaker has unveiled a new capsule collection inspired by none other than the queen herself, Marie Antoinette, and the result is as decadent as a macaron tower at Ladurée.

This collection is more than a whimsical flirtation with history. Blahnik has long been enamored with the doomed queen, studying her portraits, interiors, and every ribboned shoe that once graced her gilded feet. Now, in honor of the V&A’s exhibition Marie Antoinette Style, he has distilled that romance into wearable works of art: heels wrapped in pastel silk, adorned with bows and corset lacing, pleated like pannier skirts, and embroidered with blossoms worthy of the Petit Trianon gardens.

The collection feels like a natural evolution, as Blahnik famously designed the unforgettable shoes for Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette. Yet for all their rococo detailing, these are not costumes. Each silhouette has been refined with Blahnik’s masterful balance and scale, ensuring the shoes feel as relevant on today’s streets as they would under the chandeliers of Versailles. It is courtly grandeur reimagined for the modern woman, a marriage of fantasy and function that only Manolo could achieve.

Like Antoinette herself, the shoes invite both delight and drama. They ask us to revel in beauty, to indulge in the extraordinary, and to step, quite literally, into a story. And in a world that often favors the understated, Blahnik reminds us that there is still room for powder-puff pastels, satin bows, and a touch of royalty.

I, for one, am dying to get my hands on a pair. Talk about dream shoes! The collection can be found here.

Marie Antoinette for Ladurée

Speaking of a Ladurée macaron tower… As if we needed another reason to indulge in pastel confections, Ladurée has teamed up with the Victoria and Albert Museum in honor of the Marie Antoinette Style exhibition. Launching Launched this week on September 24th, this limited-edition macaron gift box pays homage to Marie Antoinette, the French queen who redefined fashion, elegance, and decadence in equal measure.

 

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Inspired by fabrics and other treasures in the V&A collection, the box itself is a work of art. Inside, Ladurée’s signature macarons are a confectionary nod to Versailles. Adding to the decadence, the exhibition features a spectacular full-scale reconstruction of the pièce montée from Sofia Coppola’s cult-classic film Marie Antoinette, ensuring that both sweets and style take center stage.

It’s a collaboration that feels as inevitable as it is irresistible. Confections for your table, and a celebration of the queen who continues to inspire beauty in every medium. And even if you do not have a sweet tooth, the box alone is worth collecting. This limited edition box is now available in the UK here.

Inside Marie Antoinette Style

Last weekend, I had the great pleasure of visiting the Marie Antoinette Style exhibition at the V&A, and it was nothing short of a Versailles daydream.

The exhibition, open through March 22nd, 2026, is the first of its kind, dedicated entirely to the queen who has left an indelible mark on culture, fashion, interiors, and beyond. From the moment you enter, you feel transported into Marie Antoinette’s world. Gowns of impossible silk, jewels that glitter, and even her own slippers are displayed with all the pomp of a royal fête.

There is much to marvel at: Beth Katleman’s enchanting porcelain installation, furniture from the Petit Trianon, a legendary pearl and diamond pendant that once sold for a staggering $36 million, handwritten letters that reveal the woman behind the legend, and much more.

What struck me most was how the exhibition captures not only Antoinette’s image but also the depth of her enduring influence. Dior, Chanel, and Vivienne Westwood stand alongside 18th-century gowns, proving that her style still reigns supreme centuries later. Wandering through the softly lit, perfumed galleries felt like drifting through the Petit Trianon itself, each artifact a whisper from another time.

And how fitting that this moment arrives alongside Manolo Blahnik’s ravishing capsule and Ladurée’s macaron tribute. Shoes, sweets, and an exhibition that bring it all to life. Marie Antoinette is having her moment once again, and we are here for it all!

If you plan to visit the exhibition, make sure to book well in advance, or consider becoming a member. Tickets are selling out fast!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

A Tale of Two Cottages on Sullivan’s Island written by Sandy Lang for Frederic.

These Will Be the 14 Most Beautiful Places in the U.S. to See Fall Foliage This Year written by Rebecca Norris for Veranda.

Shop this week’s Marie Antoinette inspired finds!

x Natalie

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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 Kathy Hilton’s Chairish Tag Sale, London’s Focus/25, and Tuckernuck’s New York boutique. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

The Met x Lele Sadoughi

The Met and Lele Sadoughi are back at it again with an irresistible art-inspired collaboration. This second capsule, Contemporary Masterpieces, transforms iconic works of modern art into chic accessories destined to be collected. Drawing from six luminaries of The Met’s Modern & Contemporary holdings—Vasily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian, Paul Klee, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Juan Gris—the collection celebrates the joy of wearing art.

 The 20-piece lineup spans jewelry, headbands, hair accessories, and even a handbag, each reimagined with painterly precision. Expect screen-printed motifs borrowed from the masters, embroidery and jeweled embellishments that echo brushstrokes, and gems as playful and vibrant as color lifted straight from the canvas. Think Mondrian’s grids, Klee’s whimsy, Kandinsky’s bold explosions of color, all rendered in true Lele Sadoughi fashion.

Ever the queen of wit and glamour, Lele once again delivers accessories that let art lovers flaunt their favorites, no museum guard required. The full collection is available to shop here!

Veranda’s Holiday Hosting Camp at High Hampton

This November, Veranda invites design lovers to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a holiday retreat unlike any other. From November 6th to the 9th, the storied High Hampton Resort in North Carolina will play host to Veranda’s Holiday Hosting Camp, a weekend devoted to the art of entertaining with style and grace!

The program promises inspiration at every turn with workshops led by top designers on seasonal florals and spectacular tablescapes, sessions on cocktail craft and festive décor, and a curated holiday market brimming with thoughtful treasures. It is an immersion into the rituals of hospitality that is equal parts education and enchantment.

The setting is every bit as appealing as the itinerary. High Hampton, with its century-old charm, sweeping mountain views, and inviting interiors, embodies rustic elegance infused with Southern warmth. Porches made for lingering and firesides made for gathering, this weekend is set to be one for the books.

 

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Tickets are available now with limited space ensuring an intimate experience. Veranda Design Society Gold membership is required, with tuition set at $400 and accommodations beginning at $750 per night, inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. More information regarding the event can be found here!

Dogwood Holiday 2025

The holidays may still be a few months away, but we’re already reaching for our ribbons and sealing wax thanks to Dogwood Hill’s newly unveiled 2025 Holiday Collection. A perennial favorite at The Glam Pad, Dogwood Hill never fails to deliver, and this year’s offering feels especially timeless and refined.

Drawing inspiration from classic patterns and the artistry of both whimsy and tradition, the 2025 designs are steeped in nostalgia. Expect heritage motifs, hand-painted details, and richly layered palettes that harken back to the elegance of old-world holiday celebrations with a distinct modern edge that is immediately recognizable as Dogwood Hill. From delicate wreaths and tartan touches to intricate botanicals and timeless calligraphy, the collection beautifully bridges past and present. Perfect for those who cherish the rituals of the season and the romance of tradition!

Each year, Dogwood Hill collaborates with a select group of tastemakers to bring their personal holiday traditions to life through bespoke artwork created in partnership with the brand’s talented artists. For 2025, the roster includes Casey Snipes, Willa Hart, Arabella June, Rachel Rogers, and more. Each designer lends a distinct sensibility that adds depth, charm, and individuality to the collection. The result is an inspiring blend of classic craftsmanship and contemporary vision, offering something special for every style of celebration.

With Dogwood Hill’s 2025 Holiday Collection, holiday correspondence becomes more than a seasonal formality—it becomes a keepsake. These are cards and papers designed not just to spread cheer, but to be treasured, preserved, and perhaps even framed. Imbued with the charm of the past, the craftsmanship of the present, and the enduring joy of the season, this year’s collection is destined to delight.

Shop the full collection here!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

A Victorian Cottage Which Captures the Charm of English Decorating written by Evie Delaney for House & Garden UK.

Hendricks Churchill Are Building a “Distinctly American” Legacy written by Ryan Waddoups for Galerie Magazine.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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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 Barbour x Tuckernuck collection, Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas, and Amanda Lindroth for Chelsea House. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Barbour x Tuckernuck

In a full-circle moment of fashion serendipity, Barbour, one of the very first brands carried by Tuckernuck, has returned for a collaboration that feels both inevitable and entirely fresh. The limited-edition capsule of eleven pieces beautifully marries Barbour’s timeless British heritage with Tuckernuck’s spirited sense of style.

The collection reimagines Barbour’s most iconic silhouettes, including timeless waxed jackets, quilted coats, and cropped outerwear, through a lens of playful sophistication. The standout motif, a baroque floral drawn from late-19th-century French wallpaper, appears as both subtle linings and bold statements, bringing romance and refinement to functional classics.

To ensure every detail was steeped in story, the Tuckernuck founders traveled to Barbour’s South Shields headquarters, hand-selecting archival swatches and working closely with the design team. The result is both iconic and unexpected, with classic quilting, waxed finishes, and tailored cuts refreshed by surprising linings, playful prints, and thoughtful details that make each piece as stylish as it is storied.

It is practical yet polished, rooted in tradition yet undeniably modern. Designed to carry you from a country weekend to a city dinner, these are investment pieces destined to become enduring favorites. It is heritage with a twist, and we are certainly eyeing every piece for this autumn. Shop the full collection here!

Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas

Mark your calendars, Kips Bay is back in Dallas! The celebrated Kips Bay Decorator Show House will open its doors on November 7th, transforming a landmark estate at 2999 Turtle Creek Boulevard into a dazzling showcase of high design.

Now in its sixth year, the Dallas edition welcomes twenty-five top designers and architects, each bringing their distinctive vision to one of the city’s most iconic residences. From layered interiors to architectural flourishes, expect bold ideas and boundary-pushing talent that reflect the very best of today’s design world.

Of course, the Show House is more than just a feast for the eyes. It is also a philanthropic tradition. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club as well as Dallas nonprofits Dwell with Dignity and The Crystal Charity Ball, ensuring that great design continues to inspire positive change.

This year’s roster is nothing short of incredible, featuring Avery Cox Design, Bureau Interior Design, Christopher Architecture & Interiors, Design by Tula, Doniphan Moore Interiors, Ellerslie Interiors, Fleming Peters, J.D. Ireland Interior Architecture & Design, Joshua Bernard Design, Katharine Pooley, Lisa & Leroy, Mohon Interiors, Mrs. Paranjape Design + Interiors, Nicole Gordon Studio, Nicole Zarr, Paloma Contreras Design, Samantha Fisher Interior Design, Sarah Stacey Interior Design, Sees Design, Shane & Pierce, Shannon Bowers Designs, Studio Eckström, Studio Thomas James, Tracery Interiors, and Yates Desygn.

For design lovers, the Kips Bay Decorator Show House is a can’t-miss moment on the fall calendar. We will be eagerly awaiting opening day in November to see how this storied Turtle Creek estate is reimagined for a new era of glamour!

Amanda Lindroth for Chelsea House

Amanda Lindroth, the island-chic visionary known for her Palm Beach and Bahamian interiors, has brought her signature breezy glamour to Chelsea House with her very first collection of home accessories, lighting, and furniture for the brand. Her debut line is a masterclass in effortless elegance, weaving together rattan, wicker, and bamboo with just the right dose of whimsy to make every piece feel like a carefully curated treasure.

One of the collection’s standout delights is the Potcake Wicker Dog, a hand-woven rattan sculpture complete with perky ears and a playfully curled tail. Named after the affectionate term Bahamians use for neighborhood rescue dogs, this charming figure brings both warmth and personality to any room, and it has quickly become a must-have muse for design lovers.

Beyond spirited sculptures, Lindroth’s collection envelops Chelsea House in that signature collected, unhurried, joyfully layered mood. It is not just about objects, it is about atmosphere. She describes it as “for anyone who dreams of a home that feels collected, unhurried, and joyfully …” and that sentiment could not be more perfect.

The overall aesthetic whispers of casual island living elevated. Think organic textures with chic styling, unexpected forms made gracious through fine craftsmanship, and a sense of gem-like discovery in each piece. It is a nod to Lindroth’s philosophy that beauty should feel both personal and timeless. Many of the designs from this collection have become her go-to staples, appearing time and again in her residential and hotel projects. They can even be spotted throughout The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, the exquisite marshfront property she recently completed on Kiawah River.

With this debut, Chelsea House and Amanda Lindroth invites us to embrace a world where interiors are both polished and playful, layered and light-filled, timeless and filled with joy. The collection can be shopped here now!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

This Dallas Mansion Dials Up the Glamour with Deco Antiques and Statement Chandeliers written by Celia Barbour for Veranda.

A Dutch Fishing Village Frozen in Time written by Marie-France Boyer for The World of Interiors.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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