Chic at Work: Alexa Hampton

Interior designer Alexa Hampton is someone who is as comfortable talking about Corinthian columns and classic architecture as she is RevitaLash and hair care, and that's why I love her.  In an industry that sometimes takes itself too seriously, she is a breath of fresh air and one of the funniest people I know.  Alexa's father was the legendary designer Mark Hampton and after his death she took over the firm that he founded in 1976. She's also written books including a new one that will be out this November and is now designing a very chic collection for HSN.  I popped over to her office to chat about it recently and give you a peek at what to expect.  Alexa had a hand in all the designs including those that carry her signature Greek key motif and made sure it all feels as good as it looks.  The linens are going to be another great item for the summer rental season and beyond.  There are some pieces already available online or you can tune in to HSN on Thursday, May 2nd when Alexa is live on air.  Who knows, you might even get some beauty recommendations while you're watching. 

The blue and white lines are perfect for this summer. 

Just a sampling of what's in the collection that will eventually include furniture. 

Alexa waxing poetic about your new products. 

A headboard slip cover that fits the headboards in the collection. 

This is going to be a top seller I can already tell! 

I need these towels! The 6-piece Turkish Towel Set is only $49.95 too. 

I've never thought of red as a color to use in a bedroom but this collection is changing my mind with her 6 piece jacquard comforter set. 

Inspirational drawing for the Alexa Hampton for HSN collection. 

I told Alexa that I just want to come over once a week and look at all her books.  She doesn't even need to be there but obviously it would be more fun if she was. 

She has duplicates of all her favorite books at home too. 

Tools of the trade. 

Love these plates!

I brought Alexa a copy of my book and she sat down to read it again. 

So jealous that she has a copy of The Givenchy Style! 

The rainy day view from her office.  Not too shabby. 

Schemes. 

Another catalog I don't own yet.  

Bill Blass was a dear family friend and one of Alexa's drawings that she gave to him ended up in the auction as "drawing by unknown 20th-century artist" which she joked could not be truer. 

A drawing of Alexa's father Mark Hampton. 

All photos by Heather Clawson for Habitually Chic. 

I was not compensated in any way for this post. But I would totally take a set of towels as a thank you!

India Hicks Island Living at HSN

I had the pleasure of attending an intimate little lunch last week to celebrate the launch of India Hicks Island Living for HSN.  It was a fun group of editors and Brooke Shields.  You know, no biggie.  (I love my life!) 

As many of you know, I'm very particular about what I post, especially when it comes to products.  I would never want to recommend anything that I don't stand behind or isn't great quality.  After seeing many pieces of the new collection in person, I can say run, don't walk to HSN.  I was really impressed with the quality and feel of everything and the prices are amazing. I was telling my friend with the Miami condo that he might like a lot of the items for his place and of course he scoffed when I mentioned HSN.  Shopping networks get a bad rap but HSN has worked hard to create beautiful home collections with great designers.  I'm actually stopping by to see Alexa Hampton and her new collection for HSN next week.

If you have a beach house to buy for or even want to bring a little "island life" into your New York apartment, this collection is for you. You can buy everything on HSN.com or watch India Hicks live on the HSN network on Monday, April 8th at 6:00am, 10:00am, 6:00pm or 11:00pm. India is one of the funniest people I've ever met so it might be worth tuning in. Happy Shopping!

India's inspiration board.

I saw and felt many of the pillows in person including this Harbour Island Decorative Pillow Pair. They look and feel more expensive than the $49.95 price tag. 

The Harbour Island Cotton 4-Piece Quilt Set would be perfect in a summer guest room. 

The Trade Winds Euro Shams were my favorites and are only $34.95 for the pair. 

The Paradise Set of Euro Shams would look great on a bed or outside.

The lunch was held in a private room in the Lambs Club and they placed some of the model boats from the collection on top of the bookshelves. They looked so great that I thought they were part of the regular decor of the room. The "Our Treasure" Model Sailboat above retails for only $59.95.

I have been looking for a new bedskirt and just ordered this Tradewinds Bedskirt.  I've learned my lesson about blogging about an item before buying myself. 

How great would these Seashell Decorative Pillows and Marine Life Decorative Pillows look in a summer rental?!

After the luncheon, we were all gifted with one of India's Oleander Woven Throw blankets.  It feels very soft and at only $24.95, you could use it in a beach house and not worry if your guests or kids destroy it over the summer. 

N.B. I can assure you that I was not paid in any way for this post.  All opinions are my own. But if India wants to invite me down to Harbour Island as a thank you, I would be totally amenable to that idea.