It’s been awhile since I’ve just spent time exploring the amazing collection of hotels on Mr. and Mrs. Smith and making mental notes of all the places I want to visit one day… usually I gravitate toward beach destinations or modern, cosmopolitan locales, but I was a bit surprised to see the St. Regis Washington, DC on the site because it’s a hotel so close (literally a couple blocks away) to home. Described as “abounding with vintage glamour and old-world grandeur” the St. Regis is one of my favorite hotels in the city – conveniently located across the way from my K St. office, it’s the frequent venue of choice for client events and after work cocktail fetes – and it also happens to be where my sister’s wedding reception took place last year…
(sisters! wasn’t she a gorgeous bride?!)
(a peek at a few details from the reception)
The lobby looks more like a striking, updated palatial living room – complete with daily ritual champagne sabrage…
I’m drawn to the rich mix of textures and the sparkling chandeliers of course - Marchesa Sequin and Bead Belted Dress, Monica Vinader Zodiac Earrings, Marni Bracelet, Louboutin Big Lips 120 Suede Pumps
Others may argue that the hotel restaurant Adour ‘s design is too modern in comparison to the rest of the hotel, but I happen to like the contrast of new and old…
Alice + Olivia Gabby Blouson Mini Dress, Juicy Couture Earrings, Lee Angel Bangles, Guiseppe Zanotti Crystal Embellished Sandals
The 2,510 square foot Presidential Suite is the epitome of luxury… 2 separate entrances, multiple fireplaces, his and hers bathrooms, a private library, separate dining room with butler pantry and sub-zero appliances, and check out the gorgeous hand-painted wallpaper from China!
A glamorous excuse for this embellished 3.1 Philip Lim Dress, paired with Lanvin Earrings, McQueen Clutch, and Valentino Satin Sandals
It’s nice to find inspiration in my own city (despite the fact that it’s oppressively hot right now), it’s not such a bad place to be, for now :)
