“ My best decorating advice is to work with a professional and invest in quality pieces you love. ”

What are memorable hosting gifts to ensure you are invited back?

I enjoy giving monogrammed linen hand towels or a lovely coffee table book and chocolates as hostess gifts.

How do you make your guests feel most comfortable?

I make my guests feel comfortable by creating a lovely, welcoming home.

What is the best decorating advice you can offer someone?

My best decorating advice is to work with a professional and invest in quality pieces you love.

What is your favorite book, magazine, or site on design?

My favorite books are lifestyle books. I love "Valentino At The Emperor's Table" and Aerin Lauder's "Beauty at Home."

What does it feel like to wrap yourself in Frette sheets or Frette bath?

It is truly lovely and luxurious to wrap yourself in Frette sheets and towels.

Do you prefer your sheets to be linen, sateen, percale, or poplin?

I really love cotton percale sheets.

What is on your bedside table?

My bedside table has fresh flowers, Aerin Lauder's brass peony and a small ceramic dish from Capri.