Let Them Eat Cake: Crowns, Charms, and the King Cake Ritual
From Paris to Provence, the galette des rois marks Epiphany with buttery pastry, a hidden fève, and the crowning of a king or queen. Discover the history, the playful serving...
Let Them Drink Champagne: The History of the Coupe
A toast to elegance, flirtation, and a little royal myth! Discover the sparkling history of the champagne coupe — from Marie Antoinette’s legendary curves to Cary Grant’s suave sips. It’s...
Enfilade: Word of the Week
An enfilade also refers to a piece of furniture, usually a buffet, in which the cabinet doors reveal connected compartments in a row. It is a long buffet and must have at...
Wrapping Around the Christmas Tree: Lolo's 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — parties to host, chestnuts to roast, and so many gifts to buy! We’ve chosen a few of our favorite things to help...
Gather 'Round the Table: 3 Stylish Tips for Thanksgiving Seating
Hosting Thanksgiving can feel overwhelming, especially when extra guests flock to your table. But with a little planning and a few stylish seating tricks — from Provençal benches to buffet-style...
Torsade: Word of the Week
Discover the story behind the torsade — the elegant twisted column that shaped French furniture during the reign of Louis XIII. Learn how this “barley twist” became a signature of...