Elle Decor Happenings

Exquisite Surfaces | Los Angeles
Margaret Russell, ELLE DECOR editor in chief, and the owners of Exquisite Surfaces–Paula, Franck, and Alexis Nataf–hosted a cocktail celebration at the company’s new Beverly Hills showroom, where guests enjoyed music under the stars.

From left: Paula Nataf and son Franck Nataf, owners of Exquisite Surfaces.

Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry | New York City
Robert Verdi, television personality and celebrity stylist, and Margaret Russell hosted an intimate dinner at Luxe Laboratory in New York City. Sponsored by Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry, the evening included fine dining, great company, and the innovative decor of Verdi's Luxe Laboratory.

From left: Robert Verdi, Luxe Laboratory; Margaret Russell, editor in chief, ELLE DECOR; Ernie de la Torre, designer, De La Torre Design Studio; Karen Marx, special projects editor, ELLE DECOR.

The Buzz

Thomasville | Atlanta
Come meet Darryl Carter and experience his new collection for Thomasville at an in-store signing for his new book The New Traditional: Reinvent-Balance-Define Your Home. Margaret Russell will host the event, January 6 from 6 to 9 pm at Thomasville of Atlanta.

To RSVP for this event, call 888.715.3590.

Monica Rich Kosann at Bergdorf Goodman
Monica Rich Kosann has recently opened a new shop at Bergdorf Goodman. Located in Decorative Home on the 7th floor, it features Monica's collections of sterling-silver and 18K-gold jewelry, sterling-silver frames, image cases, gifts, and accessories and a complete collection of fine leathers.

For more information, visit mrkphoto.com or call 212.872.2570

Evergreen Collection by Slatkin & Co. Home Fragrance
New for the holidays, Slatkin & Co.'s Evergreen line puts an enchanting twist on one of the signature scents of the season. Fir balsam along with sparkling mint, cool pine, and spicy clove emit a dose of fragrant bliss, while white birch adds a hint of smoke–the perfect combination of elements to fill the air during this most festive time of year.

Available at Bath & Body Works stores and bathandbodyworks.com.

Ford Flex
A strikingly original crossover, Flex surprises at every turn with seating for seven, the agility of a car, and fuel efficiency (EPA-estimated 17 city/24 hwy mpg, FWD). At night, the multi-panel Vista Roof becomes a skylight, letting the night light shine in. For details, visit fordvehicles.com/flex .