Kristin — Marr’s Guitars by Johnny Marr and AD at Home by the editors of Architectural Digest
Marr’s Guitars is one of those books that feels a little unexpected at first, but quickly makes sense once you spend time with it. It offers a look into Johnny Marr’s collection, but more than that, it’s about craftsmanship, creativity, and the stories behind the objects we hold onto. It adds a layer of personality to the space, something that feels distinctly her.
AD at Home sits in a different lane, but balances it out. It’s familiar in the best way. A go to for inspiration, full of spaces that feel both aspirational and livable. It’s the kind of book you can open at any time and find something worth lingering on.
Together, they reflect that mix of personal and polished. The things that make a home feel like your own, and the things that keep you inspired.
Zoe — In the Company of Women by Grace Bonney and Elton John’s Flower Fantasies by Caroline Cass
In the Company of Women was a holiday gift from Kristin when it first came out, and it has stayed with her ever since. Lately, it has taken on a new role. She has been using it to introduce her seven year old daughter to women in creative fields, especially as a way to celebrate Women’s History Month. It is both inspiring and grounding, the kind of book that evolves with you over time.
Her second pick feels more like a discovery. Found secondhand at Book Trader in Old City, a place that feels like a treasure in itself, Elton John’s Flower Fantasies is exactly what the title promises. Published in 1997, it offers a look into Elton’s homes and gardens through lush, extravagant floral design. It is colorful, decadent, and a little over the top in the best way.
