The quintessential guide to classic interior design, elegant entertaining & a genteel lifestyle.
"Secrets to Lovely Living” debuts today!
My dear ones,
On October 1, 2018, my first “Mummy’s Monday Manners” debuted after the nudging requests of my children’s friends who were working in NYC. They were budding hosts and hostesses inquiring how to properly entertain! It has been a joy to see MMM grow internationally. I am terribly grateful and thank you for your support in spreading the word for me. It has given me such pleasure to share some of the tidbits of advice which I inherited from my Mummy (and Daddy too). They taught me by example the essence of polished graciousness… the basis for lovely manners and more.
My colleagues and I came to the conclusion that the MMM title is a bit limiting. At first glance, it suggests only manners, even though I write about so many other topics. A brand name change needed to be made. So, drum roll…
Today, I am elated to share the debut of a NEW name and with it, a slight change of direction! It will incorporate a wider breadth of topics. The new name, “Secrets to Lovely Living,” will allow me to expand on classic interior design, along with elegant entertaining, all of which contribute to a genteel lifestyle. As always, you’ll be privy to all of the darling details that matter. And, yes, the no-no’s and millennial tips will continue!
Are you curious to know what the inspiration was behind the new logo?
I discussed my vision for how the logo would represent the new title, “Lovely Living” with my talented editor and graphic designer extraordinaire, Alexandra Folino. (We created my second book, Pearls of Palm Beach together.) We decided to include these elements:
Pink… that’s a given! Beautiful foxes.... a must! I have adored them since childhood. Foxes are revered in cultures worldwide for their cleverness. They outsmart negativity and their beauty has been used as a symbol of nobility, creativity, and passion. Pearls represent timeless, quiet elegance and patina. (I can’t leave home without them!) A crown symbolizes dignity and honor. And finally, the pink and green gems represent preppy prettiness and whimsy. A bow? Well, just because I adore bows!
Alexandra Folino’s charming rendition of the logo, before we had it painted in watercolor, as presented at the top. I think she did a brilliant job of interpreting all of the elements!
The new brand, “Lovely Living” will incorporate the world of design, thus allowing me to expand on an endless realm of topics, and I can utilize my expertise as a designer for over thirty years… oh my, a long time!
If you have enjoyed these past two years of newsletters, would you please reach out to at least one new friend, perhaps one who adores interior design, and invite them to subscribe too? Doubling the subscriber list would be the best celebration and indication of your endorsement, ever!
My gleeful thanks to you all, and my darling sponsors too. I am beholden… love that word, be-Holden! I hope you’ll endorse my new brand and direction.
With pearls and pink wishes,
Xoxo
Holly