make it personal
One of the most rewarding things about being an interior designer is transforming a client’s house into their home, finding the right fabrics, furniture, art, and other décor items that both work for their lifestyle and are truly reflective of who they are. The same principles extend to our shop, which is why we adore monograms.
Monograms date back to Greek & Roman times and were purely practical: rulers’ initials were carved into coins to validate currency. In the centuries since, artisans adopted the practice to mark works as authentically theirs. People took note and craved a similar way to uniquely yet stylishly identify themselves…a sentiment that endures today, and perhaps resonates even more so in our social media-savvy world.
Advances in monogram technology – yes, that’s a thing! – allow us to create custom designs that range from deco to ornate, from script to block print, from old fashioned and antique-y to thoroughly modern. Whether a gift that will be treasured for years to come, or something just for yourself, a monogram elevates any item. What better way to create something special?
Monogramming goes beyond linens and clothing, of course. Personalized glassware in your home is so special, and makes a wonderful wedding gift…
as would a monogrammed cutting board…
…and metal tubs can be personalized to be deployed in countless ways throughout the home.
What can we create for you? As a special for Stylebook readers, mention this post and get one free monogram with purchase. Offer expires Saturday, October 10, 2015!
PS – Save-the-Date! With our neighbors Donna Lewis and La Cuisine, we’re hosting Cameron Street Style, a shopping night, 6-8pm, Thursday, October 15, with light fare provided by The Party Bee. Email orders@ivylaneliving.com for a sneak peek of our one-night-only special offers!
- About the studio
Alex Deringer and Courtney Cox combine their formal training in design and fashion with their renowned sense of style in Ivy Lane, a full-service interior design firm that curates casually elegant family dwellings that are elevated by a unique spark. Whether an entire house renovation or a one-room makeover, Alex and Courtney’s extensive experience and collaborative dynamic inform a successful design philosophy: thoroughly understand the client’s lifestyle, bring a thoughtful spatial perspective, and enliven the space with the freshest aesthetic interest.
309C Cameron Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
studio@ivylaneliving.com
703.566.6582
