Kelly Velocci

Aug 12, 2024 | luxesource.com | Kelly Velocci

Robin Standefer and Stephen Alesch of Roman and Williams. Photo: Fredrika StjärneFor Roman and Williams’ Robin Standefer and Stephen Alesch, summer entertaining in Montauk follows nature’s course. As Told To Kelly VelocciFirst Impressions: When guests arrive, we pour them a cocktail and walk them out to our circle garden, where we snip herbs to add into their drinks. It’s a sublime little moment of discovery that evokes their curiosity.

Sep 7, 2023 | luxesource.com | Grace Beuley Hunt |Sarah Jean Shelton |Kelly Velocci

Summers spent exploring the beaches and farm stands near her family's Bridgehampton home are essential DNA to the ethos of New York-based designer Sarah Lederman. Celebrating her recent launch of SL & Co. -a curated platform highlighting uncommon wares from around the world-Luxe asked Lederman to share three favorite makers whose treasures are dually perfect for hostess gifts and entertaining at home.

Sep 7, 2023 | luxesource.com | Vintage Vibes |Grace Beuley Hunt |Sarah Jean Shelton |Kelly Velocci

Best vintage score: A rare coffee table made with peppercorns by Ado Chale. Designer whose style has influenced me: Charlotte Perriand, Joaquim Tenreiro, George Nakashima, Jacques Grange, Pierre Yovanovitch. First noteworthy vintage purchase: A Nakashima dresser. Morning ritual: Reading my book with a cup of hot water with lemon. Always using: Using, and losing, my reading glasses. Wellness routine: Eating raw aloe vera in the morning. Consuming on Instagram: Longboard surfing videos and design.

Aug 30, 2023 | luxesource.com | Grace Beuley Hunt |Sarah Jean Shelton |Kelly Velocci

Designers John and Christine Gachot of Gachot Studios have had a home on Shelter Island, New York, for almost 20 years. Here, Christine shares her vision of a perfect summer Saturday on the beloved enclave. 7:30 a.m. Our house is adjacent to Sylvester Manor, so we typically start the day with the many public hiking trails that lead to our pup Slim's favorite inlet in Dering Harbor. 10:30 a.m. Walk to Marie Eiffel's and enjoy a delicious breakfast dockside.

Aug 29, 2023 | luxesource.com | Grace Beuley Hunt |Sarah Jean Shelton |Kelly Velocci

When the inevitable craving for frites and Sancerre hits this summer, make haste to EHP Hospitality Group's newest venture, Enchanté, in Southampton village. There, you'll be transported to an airy yet intimate scene that marries the cozy charm of a Parisian brasserie with the ease of the south of France. Marked in what will surely become their signature orange-accented interior, the restaurant maintains historic elements of the property's predecessor, Red Bar.