FROM THE EDITOR

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Palm Beach darling Christian Siriano has just launched a furniture collection, and the pieces are as inventive as his fashions. Page 152.

JERRY RABINOWITZ

I’m in awe of Laetitia and Ben Han’s mindful renovation of Marion Sims Wyeth’s personal residence— and happy that they’ll open their home during next month’s Ultimate Dinner Party. Page 74.

Anyone who’s moved out of a larger house after a decade-plus of raising children and accommodating extended family can attest to the enormity of the task. We had that privilege this past summer. I say “privilege” because it can really teach you something. We thought we were organized, but behind every door and cabinet lurked a monster pile of stuff that we didn’t even know we had, let alone need. It’s amazing how much we amass in the process of living life, and how little of it actually serves us. Donating carload after carload to charity and giving outgrown items to friends with kids, and feeling freer for it, was a lesson in keeping your eye on the things that matter: not stuff, but experiences and passions. Home is the place where we can do all that enriches us—feeds our soul, if you want—in the company of the people who mean the most to us.

Our cover subject this month, Kimberly Stewart, had a similar epiphany while locking down for COVID-19 in the Palm Beach home of her father, Sir Rod Stewart. Spending time with those nearest to her, away from the trappings of her life in L.A., made Kimberly realize how little we really need to be happy. The simplicity of those days cleared her mind to think creatively about the next step in her life, and she launched The Realm, a home organization company that showcases her sensibilities and personal style. No wonder clients from Palm Beach to L.A. are flocking to her. Meet Kimberly in our cover story, “Rock Royalty,” on page 68. For many of us, gardening is a meditative pursuit, even if our endeavors don’t always bear fruit. For me, success in the garden is the exception rather than the rule (I love it anyway), so I find myself looking up to horticulturists like Kit Pannill. If the Midas touch turns everything to gold, Kit’s touch turns everything green. Get to know Palm Beach’s “Garden Queen” and experience her garden on page 80.

I hope you will enjoy this month’s home- and garden-themed content, especially if you’re in decorating or renovating mode and in need of some fresh inspiration. Here’s to the comforts—and simple pleasures—of home!

Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com