Inspired by Suzanne's interest in bringing flair to her office -- and I'm sure influenced a little by Mad Men -- I can't resist posting this image from Tiffany Table Settings
. Coincidentally, this mid-century "executive's desk luncheon" was staged in a corner office at the then new Time & Life Building.Note that each executive has his own silver coffee service. The table setting also includes crystal tumblers weighing two and one-half pounds each, cocktail glasses used to hold pencils, and of course a square silver cigarette box accompanied by a round silver ashtray. Blue-and-green plaid Thai silk napkins complement the chair upholstery.
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Lovely spread. Blue, green and silver? Always a chic touch.
If my office provided a breakfast like this, I'd be to work EARLY everyday!
I know, those individual coffee pots are so chic and even the potato chips look great on the silver tiered stand.
2.5 lbs each! Holy cow! That's a lotta weight. But I am sure they're gorgeous!!!
I bet those potato chips are homemade. Delish. Is that an Oscar on the ledge?
Meg -- I re-read it three times to check myself :)
Patricia -- I noticed that too! I'll go back and read but I don't think it is mentioned.
That is definitely one of the more memorable images from that book. That is my idea of working in style!
I love stylish offices, especially since everything seems to be so bland ( re: ugly) and ergonomic now.
Aerin Lauder's office in Domino was one of the chicest rooms I've ever seen. the hydrangeas, the lacquer tray with all the fragrances. Her white pencils. That lovely desk.
And perhaps best of all. Her quote. (and I'm paraphrasing) "I always try to remember my manners and offer visitors something to drink a beautiful glass" Heaven.
BK -- great memory! I loved that office and the quote. I'm so glad you brought it up. Thank you.
This is a little life lesson. Presentation is key to enjoyment. I even "present" to my grandsons:" May I offer you a crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwich and blue berries on a skewer"....from a silver tray. Always nice glasses and cloth napkins. Their manners seem to match the presentation. Work places should take note. Wonderful post, Ginny
Ginny -- just lovely! Thanks for sharing this with us.
Now that is beautiful. My how I wish my office could look like that. I'll just keep dreaming...great post! Lynn
Now that's what I call "working."
Those silver cigarette boxes are very useful and very pretty. There's one on my front room's teatray/bar.
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