Two colors I adore with pink: black and white. And who better to expound on the virtues of this iconic combination than celebrated interior designer Celerie Kemble? Celerie I've known for years, ever since my days as a decorating editor at House Beautiful. Charming, sweet and supremely talented, she's a bright star who's refreshingly down to earth. Jaithan and I are thrilled for the launch of her latest book, and honored that our previous home is a part of it. First, thank you to Celerie and her talented associate, Lindsey Herod, for bringing us on. Lindsey, you might remember from one of our first group trips to the New York City flea market, where she picked up a fantastic set of studded brass fruit. Thanks, also, to our friends at Quadrille, Shandell's and Creative Candles for collaborating with us on the project. Enjoy!
I love the black and white decor. When I have dinner parties, I bring out my white plates. They have such a classic and clean look that all of my guest enjoy!
Posted by: Michelle Henry | April 13, 2012 at 04:00 PM
One can never go wrong with black & white. Is classic & sophisticated!
Posted by: Jamie Herzlinger | April 13, 2012 at 12:56 PM
One can never go wrong with black & white...its classic and sophisticated!
Posted by: Jam | April 13, 2012 at 12:55 PM
I love black and white decor. I try to add a little of it to every room.
Posted by: Mimi | March 30, 2012 at 01:24 PM
Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh. That outside table setting just slapped me in the face. I need to recreate this. I love black and white.... love, love, love .
Thanks for keeping me inspired!
Posted by: Angie D in Ohio | March 22, 2012 at 09:22 AM
GREAT PICS:) I really like your blog..so much nice inspiration.
I wish you a lovely weekend:)
LOVE Maria at inredningsvis.se
(Sweden)
Posted by: Maria at inredningsvis.se | March 07, 2012 at 11:13 AM
I have been thinking of buying this book for my design library and you have just convinced me to do it... I so love designing in black and white, I do not get clients that what this look but I can dream...
Posted by: carol ann | March 06, 2012 at 11:01 PM
Eeeeek have been waiting to see this!!! Congrats and its so gorgeous!! Can't wait to read it.
Love yas!
Posted by: Lauren liess | February 23, 2012 at 08:09 PM
I love the book! I will have to go add it to my wishlist right now. Hope you both are well!
Posted by: Jessica at Lavender and Lilies | February 23, 2012 at 05:20 PM
Oh Eddie Black & White is favorite to me for many reasons. It is so classic and I love to use it all over my house. It's on my blog as well as in my logo..well that being said
Love the inspiration photos in this post...so beautiful.
MJ
Lucky 7 Design
Posted by: Melanie @ Lucky 7 Design | February 21, 2012 at 11:35 PM
Absolutely love all of these. Of course, I am totally bias as my home is black & white, with yellow and red. I absolutely adore B&W. Amazing inspiration!
Posted by: Jaime | February 21, 2012 at 10:49 PM
Love, love, love black and white. I am really loving those black and white chinoiserie plates.
www.idesignlove.com
Posted by: Kristy @ I Design Love | February 21, 2012 at 07:13 PM
One of my favorite books! xo
Posted by: Marianne {Style For Living} | February 21, 2012 at 02:17 PM
Guys, I am literally swooning over every single image. DIVINE! I don't have Celerie's book yet, but am ordering immediately.
And....just wondering if I might have some of the containers I see above. Hmmmmmm. Think so! :)
xoxo Elizabeth
Posted by: pretty pink tulips | February 21, 2012 at 11:42 AM
Hi E & J,
I loved this post and it fit right in with something I was blogging. So, I blogged, tweeted, and pinned this book and your gorgeous home! Your great taste always brightens the day.
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | February 21, 2012 at 10:58 AM
Beautiful.
pve
Posted by: pve | February 21, 2012 at 09:07 AM
Your home is absolutely stunning, Please please show us more pictures! I've been desperately searching for more!!
Posted by: sisi | February 21, 2012 at 12:53 AM
Love black and white as well.
Posted by: Mary Ann | February 20, 2012 at 10:33 PM
so much gorgeous black and white inspiration! I love the toile pieces.
Posted by: Kate | February 20, 2012 at 10:20 PM
Love, love, love!!! Celerie's book is on my "must buy" list - and now I am even more excited!
Posted by: traci zeller designs | February 20, 2012 at 08:51 PM
Is this at the Millerton home or your new home in Connecticut? Are you ever going to reveal your new home?
Posted by: A Anwar | February 20, 2012 at 07:26 PM
Stunning! The black, white, gold and wood in your powder room is so timeless and classy. The monogrammed towel is a sweet personal touch.
Posted by: Jennifer | February 20, 2012 at 02:32 PM
This has nothing to do with Celerie, but... Being a confirmed Southerner, I must admit I hated Southern Living. But since you have started contributing, I have decided to subscribe. So tell them if you leave, I am canceling my subscription. Best, Lucinda
Posted by: Lucindaville | February 20, 2012 at 11:58 AM
I got this book for Christmas and its so wonderful! I flip through it all the time. Congrats on the feature, your home looks lovely as always!
Posted by: Brandi | February 20, 2012 at 10:07 AM
That bathroom is simply fabulous!!!
Posted by: Eliza | February 19, 2012 at 10:39 PM
Gorgeous pictures, Eddie, and so classy- fabulous!!I love the black and white transfer ware!! One of the plates reminds me of a dinner service I have, Audun Chasse or Audun Ferme ( both from Villeroy and Boche)- it has a yellow accent thought which i think works OK with black and white..
XOXO
Bea
Posted by: Modern Country Lady | February 19, 2012 at 08:03 PM
The images are just lovely! I love pink with black and white too!! Can't wait to check the book out.
all the best from Kentucky,
elizabeth
Posted by: elizabeth@lovelylittleparties | February 19, 2012 at 02:19 PM
Oh, so lovely! Black & white is such a classic and elegant combination. You have it displayed beautifully!
xoxo,
Jen
Posted by: Jennifer | February 19, 2012 at 01:08 PM
Dear R and J,
I never tire of the work you both do.. Your talent is really unique, and the way you both dress is so wonderful too... Rock On!!!
xo
m
Posted by: melissalee22@msn.com | February 19, 2012 at 10:23 AM
black & white is definitely timeless! and how gorgeous are those white hobnail pieces paired with gold candelabra & silverware?
Posted by: maureen | February 19, 2012 at 10:09 AM
I feel so validated right now. I redid my bedroom three months ago and I chose black, white, gold, and silver. It looks like a Hollywood Dream!!!!
Posted by: Christina Kates | February 19, 2012 at 08:59 AM
Black and white is one of my favorite combos, too. I love to pair it with a pale, creamy yellow. (See my blog post on Braehead mansion's master suite). I think black and white is best when it is warmed by a soft golden touch here and there as you have done with your accessories. I especially love your collection of black transferware alongside the golden sea sponges and gold lusterware. The balance is perfection.
Posted by: Merry Powell Interiors | February 18, 2012 at 10:54 PM
So classic! Great look.
Posted by: Pat Smith | February 18, 2012 at 10:07 PM
Another must for my ever growing collection of design books. These images are gorgeous - adore the bathroom with the wonderful antlers as a towel rack, and the niche...stunning!!
Posted by: designchic | February 18, 2012 at 09:54 PM
So glam! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Jesse @ goodgirlgoneglad | February 18, 2012 at 09:46 PM
How beautiful and elegant. What could be more stunning that this combination? Add the toile and Wedgewood and this all becomes....iconic.....classic at it's very best.
Posted by: Mid-Atlantic Martha | February 18, 2012 at 08:38 PM
Hi Eddie!
You are inspiring me to get out some of my many sterling pieces that I inherited from my grandmother. Kids are bigger and I have time to polish again. Love your mix of old and "revived" goodies.
Posted by: Momma Bear | February 18, 2012 at 07:21 PM
Absolutely fantastic! Your home is gorgeous!
Posted by: Ann Chamberlain | February 18, 2012 at 07:08 PM
I just adore black and white! Not to mention navy and white. Choices choices :) beautiful images. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Lizziefitz | February 18, 2012 at 05:39 PM
of course celerie would include her uber talented friends!
i recognize many elements from your home, a particular favorite being your bathroom.
no one vignettes like the two of you.......brilliant!
xo
debra
Posted by: debra phillips | February 18, 2012 at 01:54 PM
I love all the brass with the black and white. It really warms up a more stark combination. Gorgeous Eddie! What a lovely book. One of my next purchases for my library!
Posted by: Carla Aston | February 18, 2012 at 01:39 PM
First of all, congratulations, such an honor and very exciting!! Second of all...I absolutely love your black chairs...and your b&w jasperware, and your b&w transferware, and your white goblets, and your gorgeous bathroon...and, and, and...all just wonderful!!
Very much looking forward to perusing the book!
xo J~
Posted by: Jessica | February 18, 2012 at 01:19 PM
the book cover alone is beautiful! and now that I know yall are featured in the book, I definitely need to put it on my book wishlist! really like the antler/towel hook. I recently inherited some antlers from my grandpa. I may have to consider using them in the bathroom.
Posted by: bevy | February 18, 2012 at 11:41 AM
So many gorgeous images. I know that Celerie's book is wonderful with your home featured! So much to mention; really love the image of the plate collection on the wall with the gleaming tea service.
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Posted by: Karena | February 18, 2012 at 11:33 AM
I received Celerie's book, Black and White, as a Christmas gift, and I devoured the entire volume in just two days!! It's amazing how black and white, when paired, make such a strong and beautiful statement. Of course, as I flipped through the pages, I always knew right away when I was looking at an Eddie Ross room or vignette!!
Posted by: Pam @ Cherish Toronto | February 18, 2012 at 11:29 AM
OMGosh!! Did you do this post just for ME!? I am in love with each and every piece! Amazing vignettes and the styling in each image is so perfectly orchestrated. What a fun post to wake up too here in California. Congratulations on such beautiful work!! I just went to Terri's prop shop sale and purchase two jasperware urns and we both spoke of how much you would love them. Great work as always, Sending you and Jaithan a two handed hug, xo xo Kathysue
Posted by: KATHYSUE | February 18, 2012 at 10:40 AM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Viktoria | February 18, 2012 at 10:19 AM
How do I always end up being the first one to comment?! You can never go wrong with black and white, so elegant and timeless. Congratulations on being a part of this beautiful book.
Kat
Posted by: Kat @Low Tide High Style | February 18, 2012 at 10:12 AM
Congrats on being included in the book. The pictures are just dreamy. I am loving the bathroom shot - the antlers just do it for me.
Posted by: CourtneyOutLoud | February 18, 2012 at 10:04 AM
I love seeing the mixing of metals, the textures and various black and white patterns.
Posted by: Tonia | February 18, 2012 at 09:02 AM
Gorgeous!
Happy Weekend!
XX
Debra~
Posted by: Acquired Objects | February 18, 2012 at 05:30 AM