Take Five: August Design Inspiration

August 16, 2023

Take Five: August Design Inspiration

Kevin Francis O'Gara, Atlanta style and design blogger, top Atlanta influencer, Buckhead Village District (From an evening at Buckhead Village District)

A few of my favorite design moments, fashion collabs, and restaurant visits from the past month.

1. Dinner with OMEGA at Summerour Studio

I had the pleasure of attending a dinner with OMEGA to celebrate the opening of their new boutique at Phipps Plaza, hosted by JMF Communications and Sheyda Mehrara, artist and founder of Mehr Creative.

2. Inside the new coastal restaurant Carmel in Buckhead

There have been many new restaurant openings in Atlanta this summer, but none have delighted me quite as much as Carmel, a coastally-inspired restaurant with a stunning California interior and seafood-focused menu.

3. My campaign with Southern menswear designer Billy Reid

I was thrilled to style pieces from Billy Reid’s new Icons Collection, which includes the brand’s most beloved staples from their signature 1-pocket shirt to relaxed tailored jackets.

4. Follow me on an afternoon through Portofino

I shared Reels of my summer travels through Italy, including a dreamy afternoon trip from Florence to Portofino with a secret beach find for a quick dip and some seaside reading.

5. Imaginative powder room inspiration from 1818 Collective

This powder room from 1818 Collective has stuck in my mind with its ruffled vanity skirt and mirrored glass “bubbles.” It was beautifully captured by Nicole Franzen.