When designing your tablescape for the LOOK Holiday Design Luncheon, what was your inspiration?

My design inspiration stemmed from a deep love for the South and its rich tradition of fine dining and table settings. Growing up, my mother was a wonderful hostess, and I learned the art of setting the table through her many gatherings—whether it was bridge nights, parties, or family events. She had a beautiful collection of china, flatware, linens, and silverware that influenced my aesthetic.

Tori Mellott’s book, Southern Interiors, guided my fabric selections from Schumacher, where I chose a palette of pinks and browns, accented with orange to reflect the fall season and the spirit of Thanksgiving. The centerpiece featured flowers in a pot from a recent trip to Charleston, South Carolina, symbolizing both autumn and the anticipation of spring. The bouquet was a lush mix of dried garden flowers, rosemary, and fresh peonies, embodying a sense of organic sophistication. This experience of merging vintage elements with contemporary touches truly resonated with my vision of elegance without pretension.

Who would you invite as guests to this table?

My ideal guests would be my grandmother, Jane Glenn, my mother, Victoria Jane, my daughter, Ashley Victoria, and my sister, Beverly Jane. Both my grandmother and mother have passed, but their legacies continue to inspire me. For the luncheon, I used their cherished “goldware” china plates and vintage glasses, which made the occasion even more meaningful.