Summer in the City

Last week we ventured to the shore for a 

little country coastal style.  This week we are going 

to offer some ideas to those who are enjoying

Summer in the City.

When my June issue of House Beautiful arrived 

with it's glossy cover in ocean blue, 

I knew I wanted to use this image for our design series.

Blue paint, blue sofa, blue pillows!

If your city is hot why not add a room in cool blue?  

As the room above proves...

Yes, you can paint small spaces in dark colors! 

So why not a cozy library or reading room 

to dive into your summer reading.

Let's get started on our city style!

House Beautiful's room is painted in 

Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue, 

we decided to go a little lighter.

Blue Danube by Benjamin Moore, even the name is perfect!

The ceiling of our inspiration room is covered in a 

Michael S. Smith fabric but we decided to keep

with our summer scheme and pair our blue room 

with a crisp lattice...

Osborne and Little ~ Herrick

For lighting, how about this beautiful 

lamp from Bunny Williams Home.  

Layering darker blues in your scheme like those on the 

Brush Stroke Lamp

add a sense of depth to the space, 

like delving deeper into the ocean.

Now, how about something from the 

kitchen while you relax...

The soft fern fronds of the elegant

New York Botanical Gardens dinnerware 

Filix Botanica

are similar in feel to the underwater plants 

of the ocean floor and add a 

touch of green to our blue room.  

Plus purchasing these beauties help support the NYBG, 

a win, win!

For those (like me) who enjoy their 

hot chocolate year round 

our Maggie & Reese Cocoa Set.

 (As one who prefers afternoon tea, 

Reese says this works for her too!)

Now, where to set our afternoon cookies? 

As our description says, this classic

 Round Pull Up Tables

 feels right at home next to a leather reading chair,

a great final touch to complete

our Summer in the City room.

Remember to visit our Pinterest ~ Summer in the City

Summertime Style

Every summer I get the urge to shake up 

my interiors, you know, make them lighter, 

brighter, a little fresher.  And I figure a lot 

of you probably feel the same way.  

With that in mind we begin ~

Summertime Style

Each blog will concentrate on one design style and 

share little tips on how to add a little summertime fun

 to everything from New England Traditional

 to Mid-Century Modern.

First up ~ Coastal Country

because what says summer more than the 

water and sand of the beach.

We love these creamy walls that ground the clear

Red, Whites and Blues of the pillows that 

seem to be asking for someone to come curl up 

with a good summer book.

To get the look above try a soft yellow paint like 

Benjamin Moore's "You are my sunshine".  
It is soft and mellow, just how you want to 
feel in the summer!

A painted end table is a perfect way to lighten 

the mood of a living space.  Don't have one?  

Pick a Saturday, pack up the family and visit a 

local flea market or fair and you have a 

family project for the weekend.  

Kids love wandering around, poking 

through stuff and family adventures 

are what summertime is all about!

Add some new textiles to your room.  

Stripes, checks or lattice pattern, 

it doesn't matter as long as it is 

BOLD!

This happy guy (Bull Artwork) knows what 
country is all about!



The FEED USA 100 Bag is a patriotic way to 
add to your country decor.  By day, 
it is the perfect tote for everything from 
vegetables from your farmer's market to 
towels and suntan lotion needed at the beach.  
Once home, it keeps everyday clutter 
organized and out of the way.   
Each purchase provides 100 meals to Americans.  

Finally, accessorize!  

County living is all about living with 

the things you love and sharing

them with those around you.  If you are

just starting out, here are some of our 

favorite finds to help you add a 

little country fun to your home....

RED

The clean lines of a Fiesta pitcher

can be mixed with almost any design style so 

it is the perfect choice to add a little 

country to your space. 

Red not your color? Check out your local 

department store for a wide

 variety of color options. 

WHITE

Summertime is all about relaxing weekends.  

No matter where you spend yours

be it city, suburbs or countryside, a leisurely 

breakfast around the kitchen table

starts the day off right.

These egg cups from cheftools.com 

guarantee smiling faces around your table.

BLUE

And what is more country than a bar~be~que!

Our own tray at 

maggieandreese.com

not only looks great at the picnic 

table but can be used to add a little country 

summer style to your kitchen decor.

All done?
Summertime in the country is all about 
neighbors and sharing so invite a few friends
over and share your new look
over coffee and your favorite dessert,
my latest favorite ~
Raspberry Cheese Cake 

For this recipe check out Gathering of Friends

 ~ Volume 2

And for more images on what we love about 

country design, be sure and check out our 

Country Chic board on Pinterest!

RED, WHITE, & BLUE SALE!

 

Celebrate the Fourth of July with Maggie & Reese!

 

All red, white, & blue items are 15% off

now through July 4, 2013!

 

No discount code needed - Just click this link to shop!

 

http://www.maggieandreese.com/RED-WHITE-BLUE-SALE_c17.htm

 

 

Happy Independence Day!!

MUST HAVE SUMMER ACCESSORIES!

 

1. Annabelle Earrings

 

2. Naomi Necklace

 

3. Leila Bracelets

 

4. Sybal Necklace

 

5. Jacqueline Earrings

 

MEMORIAL DAY ~ A REMEMBRANCE

 

Normandy, France



 Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday 

that honors the men and women who died while 

serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Once known as Decoration Day, observance began

after the American Civil War to commemorate

both Union and Confederate soldiers 

who had died in the Civil War.
 

The Peacemakers: Sherman, Grant, Lincoln and  Porter



Interesting Fact:

On Memorial Day, the flag is raised to the 

top of the staff and then lowered 

to the half-staff position, 

where it remains until noon in honor of the 

more than one million men and women 

who gave their lives in service of their country.  

At noon, it is raised to full-staff by the living, 

who resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain. 



Tomb of the Unknowns: Arlington National Cemetery



Today, Memorial Day is also seen as the 

start of the summer season.  There are picnics,

fairs, races, all heralding the long awaited end of winter.

This year Maggie & Reese encourage everyone

to include a small gesture of appreciation to those

who have served our country: fly a flag, wear a flag pin, 

or if you live near a National Cemetery, take your kids

to visit the flag lined drives, it will make their

Memorial Day that much more memorable, 

and that's what it's all about.

 

 

~Maggie & Reese

Get ready for Memorial Day !

Tired of the winter weather yet?

It is never too soon to get ready for the 

first big holiday of the summer

Memorial Day!

Maggie & Reese 

is the perfect place to go for all your party needs ~ 
just click on item name and you are there!

These unique place mats are great looking and versatile,

the stars button together to create a runner.

Star Shaped Runner

For those who think green at every holiday, 

the next few items are made of Melamine so besides

looking festive, they will help keep your country environmentally clean!

Melamine Minis

   

Washable Paper Plates

And one of our most popular items, 

our Red Melamine Solo Cup,

hoist your favorite beverage in style!

Red Melamine Cup

What is Memorial Day without hamburgers and hot dogs?

Our tray is the perfect way to get them from grill to table.

Vintage Style Barbeque Tin Tray

And for those of you who think a picnic is not a picnic without a puppy (and we would agree!) make sure 

to include them in the festivities with our treats and toys that celebrate Veterans, a perfect combination for 

Memorial Day

Canines for Veterans Dog Treats

Canines for Veterans Play Balls

So get out your party planner and 

grocery list and visit us at 

 Maggie & Reese 

to add a little red, white and blue to 

your table.

Style by Coco

I am not afraid to admit that I find 

Coco Chanel fascinating.

Hers is a story that is both tragic and inspiring at the 

same time and reading her biography brings a better understanding of how childhood events 

can shape a child's future.  

That being said, Coco's life also proves 

that hard work, belief in self and 

a refusal to compromise your 

convictions can be keys to success regardless 

of one's beginnings. 

So, since I just finished another biography on 

the only fashion designer to make Time magazine's 

100 most influential people of the 20th century

I thought it time to give a nod to Coco Chanel, 

a woman whose name alone evokes 

images of a style that remains timeless.

31 Rue Cambon Staircase ~ Maggie & Reese Mirror Box

One of the simplest of all design elements - mirrors

"Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance."

 ~Coco Chanel

31 Rue Cambon East Meets West Decor ~ Maggie & Reese Vintage Red Chinese  Elements

Asian antiquities never go out of style

"Fashion changes, but style endures."

~Coco Chanel

1950 Chanel Anglo Indian Gripoix Bib ~ Maggie & Reese Sybal Necklace

Celebrate 2013 Color of the Year Chanel Style!

"It's disgusting to walk around with millions around the 

neck because one happens to be rich.  I only like fake jewelry ... because it's provocative."

~ Coco Chanel

One of Coco's symbols for luck at 31 Rue Cambon ~ Maggie & Reese Amphibian Prince

Everyone needs a little luck now and then...

"Luck is a way of being..."

~Coco Chanel

For information on shopping for our Coco-inspired items 
click the link below each item or just visit us at:
www.maggieandreese.com

~Maggie