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John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon check into the Dorset Square Hotel
By Sara Bliss on September 15, 2013John and I, aka the Madcap Cottage design duo, are huge fans of London, and we pop across the pond whenever possible. In fact, we recently realized that we probably know London better than New York City where we have lived for the past twenty-odd years. Usually, John and I rent an apartment in London as we love to live like […] -
Amazing Art Idea from the Viceroy Miami
By Sara Bliss on September 7, 2013Kelly Wearstler always seems to know how to strike the right balance between cool and glamorous as showcased by the suites at the Viceroy Miami. One of the most interesting design ideas here is setting a gorgeous piece of art into the poster bed just above the headboard. People often leave that space empty or put in a decorative mirror, […] -
Inside Topping Rose House
By Sara Bliss on August 27, 2013Given that NYC is the center of the media universe, any hotel that is within driving distance always gets a ton of press. Throw in a top chef (Tom Colicchio), a talented and well-respected interior designer (Alexandra Champalimaud), and an amazing holistic spa brand (Naturopathica) and you have a surefire recipe for serious press coverage. This summer the golden hotel that has […] -
Get The Look: Topping Rose House
By Sara Bliss on August 21, 2013I love how cozy and cool this bedroom is at Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton. I will have pics from my tour of the hotel later in the week, but in the meantime here is how to get the look for less of my favorite bedroom there. Vintage Dhurrie available through Madeleine Weinrib, on the pricey side but with the […] -
Checking in to the St. Regis in Mauritius
By Sara Bliss on August 14, 2013More and more I am trying to live by the motto that you only live once. So when the stars aligned and I was able to visit my oldest friend who lives in Mauritius and write about the gorgeous new St. Regis there for Indagare too, I jumped at the chance. It was a 30-hour trip from NYC, completely crazy considering I […] -
Get the Look: Casa San Agustin
By Sara Bliss on August 6, 2013I love American designer Kelley McRorie’s gorgeous design of Casa San Agustin, the 30-room boutique hotel within the historic walled city in Cartegena, Columbia. Designed to feel like a private residence, McRorie has combined beautiful fabrics, spooled furniture, and a mix of leather, rattan, wood, and iron pieces Here are a few pics of the hotel with sources and how to […]
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SARA BLISSAs a freelance design and travel writer, I am always on the lookout for the most innovative and glamorous hotels. I started Hotel Chic as a travel/design blog to showcase the coolest hotels around the globe, and show you how to bring the look home. Whether you use this site to plan your next trip, redecorate your bedroom, or check into an amazing hotel without leaving your couch, I hope Hotel Chic will be a source of inspiration. Read full bio.