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SIGNATURE SOIREES THROW A HOLIDAY PARTY TO REMEMBER WITH INSIDER TIPS FROM LOCAL DESIGN ICON, LAUREN ASHLEY ALLAN. FROM TABLESCAPES TO TREES TO CREATING THE ULTIMATE SIGNATURE COCKTAIL, ‘TIS THE SEASON TO DECK THE HALLS AND DAZZLE YOUR GUESTS. BY SHERRY THOMAS THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND
With much of last year’s holiday festivities toned down or canceled altogether because of the pandemic, 2021 is already shaping up to be a season to remember. However, local interior designer Lauren Ashley Allan says the key theme for 2021 is something we learned from the recent health crisis—focus on the things that make you happy. “It applies to all kinds of items in your home,” explains Allan, who recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of her eponymous firm, Lauren Ashley Allan Interior Design and Architecture Studio, which serves clients throughout the Chicago area, including the North Shore. “My two kids Cleo and Van make it more fun to celebrate holidays now, because you can bring them into holiday traditions young and take them through the design process with you.” Allan, whose design pedigree includes working as a Senior Designer for Kelly Wearstler and Creative Director for Nate Berkus, says 4-year-old Cleo and 18-month-old Van will be included in creating the family’s Christmas and New Year’s holiday décor as well. Drawing influences from vintage books and magazines from France and Italy, her signature take on modern glam is all about bringing in unexpected elements and accents you can’t find anywhere else. “A party is always in season. Come up with a concept such as mixed metals, be Continued on PG 8
Interior designer Lauren Ashley Allan and her daughter Chloe enjoy decorating for the holidays. PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY LAUREN ASHLEY ALLAN