Stacy Kunstel: Co-Founder of Dunes and Duchess
The New American Classics
Distinct design, playful touches, and versatile functionality are just a few expressions that describe the New Milford, Connecticut brand Dunes and Duchess. Dunes and Duchess are purveyors of beautiful artistic furniture and lighting for your home. They are known for their stunning high gloss lacquer and signature turned wood spindles. Candelabras, sconces, tables and beds are just a few examples of their beautiful creations.
In this episode, Anne is joined by one of their founders, Stacy Kunstel. Stacy, along with Michael Partenio, have curated the perfect collection of The New American classics. Stacy's background in journalism afforded her the opportunity to travel globally, which fueled her already established innate sense of style. Later, her attention to detail manifested itself in the numerous magazine covers she styled with noteworthy publishing brand, New England Home Magazine.
Dunes and Duchess has been featured in Luxe Interior Design, Elle Decor, New England Home, House Beautiful and The Oprah Magazine just to name a few!
You will find yourself imagining how you can bring a little touch of their brand into your home!
In this episode, Stacey and Anne discuss
The story of Dunes and Duchess
Insights to their product
How they are known for their lacquer and turned wood spindles
The "WOW" pieces they have created for very special homes.
Stacy’s Instagram account and how it has helped establish an authentic connection with her followers
Their happy place on Chappaquiddick
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Stacy’s Favorite Classics:
Who has influenced Your Style the most? It is more what than Who: fashion & Travel
FAvorite Item in your closet? A 1970 Gray Gauzy Caftan
Your Signature Classic Cocktail? A Gin & Tonic (summer) and A Manhattan (fall and Winter)
What was your most memorable dining experience? La Tupina, Bordeaux | Luc’s Cafe in Ridgefield, CT
the beautiful work of dunes and Duchess
Designer: @kathrynhuftondesign. Photographed by: @tamaraflanaganphoto
Designer: @ghislaine_vinas | Photographed by @julianhuartephoto and @sargentphoto
Featured at the Kips Bay Showhouse in NYC
Designer: @eneiawhiteinteriors. Featured at the Kips Bay Showhouse Palm Beach