Kelly Wearstler - Judge

**fluff** · 12-18-2006, 01:27 PM

“Top Design” series judge Kelly Wearstler ranks among the design industry's most influential new tastemakers. Acclaimed for trendsetting designs, Kelly is the founder and principal of the award-winning Los Angeles-based firm Kelly Wearstler Interior Design.

As the lead creative eye and lifestyle muse for the boutique Viceroy resorts in Southern California, Miami, South Beach, Anguilla and Mexico's Riviera Maya, she has helped make the Viceroy name synonymous with polish, glamour and wit. In addition, she is leading the aesthetic vision for The Tides, a growing collection of vibrantly chic beach resorts in South Beach and the Caribbean.

Luxury design aficionados also recognize Kelly for her creative transformation of the BG restaurant and lounge at Manhattan's Bergdorf Goodman; her celebrity and executive residential designs in Beverly Hills and Hollywood; and her books Domicilium Decoratus and Modern Glamour (Regan Books / HarperCollins).

Kelly's exclusive rug, wallpaper and fabric collections are currently available to design professionals, and her signature bedding, dinnerware and table linens will debut at fine retailers nationwide throughout 2007.

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Runway victim · 02-02-2007, 03:58 AM

I really like Kelly's interior design work. She has two books out; Domicilium Decoratus & Modern Glamour: The Art of Unexpected Style.

She has an incredible eye, usually utilizing just one or two colors (usually bold, unexpected colors combined with neutrals). She mixes retro, glam & natural objects. Her website is http://www.kwid.com/ (Kelly Wearstler Interior Design).

She is one of the designers responsible for reviving the "Hollywood Regency" style (created by Dorothy Draper in the 30s & 40s) that is popular right now (it's also sometimes called neo-baroque).

And she was a Playboy Playmate!!!- September 1994 (her name was Kelly Gallagher at the time).

babymay · 02-14-2007, 06:32 PM

She reminds me of Amanda from Ugly Betty

Dogbat · 02-17-2007, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by babymay

She reminds me of Amanda from Ugly Betty

AH HA! That is it. Thanks.

What a talented and beautiful woman. Her website is worth a look.

dogabone · 02-21-2007, 10:54 AM

Next Project Runway challenge: Dress Kelly Wearstler like an adult with a sense of design!

Travisio · 02-23-2007, 12:21 AM

Her hair was out of control last night.

Bearcata · 02-23-2007, 12:34 AM

Shave the head. That hair was way too much a distraction.

Runway victim · 02-23-2007, 03:23 AM

I agree Kelly is beautiful (she is a former model), her photos in Modern Glamour are stunning.

But last night when I saw her in that dress with that hair......

I thought "Laura Bennett is on Top Design....and she stuck her finger in a light socket".

Dogbat · 02-26-2007, 09:50 AM

I loved the hair and Kelly's fashion sense. It was a cool look for a change and certainly more interesting than any of the rooms.

times2222 · 03-04-2007, 12:47 AM

Kelly's husband is the real estate developer Brad Korzen whose firms develops most of the hotels that Kelly designs, including Avalon, Viceroy, and Maison 140.

It's nice to be able to exclusively design hotels for your husband's business. Not saying she does not have talent but it really is nice when you don't have to worry about making a living while you build your business not to mention the maids/nannies/drivers and built in connections that your husband can provide you.

Having said that, I am assuming he put her on the map and not vice versa. If anyone knows otherwise, please comment.

12-18-2006, 01:27 PM	#1
fluff Why can't we just rewind? Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 40,436	Kelly Wearstler - Judge “Top Design” series judge Kelly Wearstler ranks among the design industry's most influential new tastemakers. Acclaimed for trendsetting designs, Kelly is the founder and principal of the award-winning Los Angeles-based firm Kelly Wearstler Interior Design. As the lead creative eye and lifestyle muse for the boutique Viceroy resorts in Southern California, Miami, South Beach, Anguilla and Mexico's Riviera Maya, she has helped make the Viceroy name synonymous with polish, glamour and wit. In addition, she is leading the aesthetic vision for The Tides, a growing collection of vibrantly chic beach resorts in South Beach and the Caribbean. Luxury design aficionados also recognize Kelly for her creative transformation of the BG restaurant and lounge at Manhattan's Bergdorf Goodman; her celebrity and executive residential designs in Beverly Hills and Hollywood; and her books Domicilium Decoratus and Modern Glamour (Regan Books / HarperCollins). Kelly's exclusive rug, wallpaper and fabric collections are currently available to design professionals, and her signature bedding, dinnerware and table linens will debut at fine retailers nationwide throughout 2007.

02-02-2007, 03:58 AM	#2
Runway victim Who-dat Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 285	I really like Kelly's interior design work. She has two books out; Domicilium Decoratus & Modern Glamour: The Art of Unexpected Style. She has an incredible eye, usually utilizing just one or two colors (usually bold, unexpected colors combined with neutrals). She mixes retro, glam & natural objects. Her website is http://www.kwid.com/ (Kelly Wearstler Interior Design). She is one of the designers responsible for reviving the "Hollywood Regency" style (created by Dorothy Draper in the 30s & 40s) that is popular right now (it's also sometimes called neo-baroque). And she was a Playboy Playmate!!!- September 1994 (her name was Kelly Gallagher at the time). __________________ Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one. -Albert Einstein The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits. -Albert Einstein Last edited by Runway victim; 02-02-2007 at 04:05 AM.

02-14-2007, 06:32 PM	#3
babymay the simple things Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 1,172	She reminds me of Amanda from Ugly Betty __________________ You've got to kiss a few frogs before you find your prince!

02-21-2007, 10:54 AM	#5
dogabone Welcome to Hippo Heaven Join Date: May 2006 Location: Silver Spring, MD Age: 57 Posts: 180	Next Project Runway challenge: Dress Kelly Wearstler like an adult with a sense of design! __________________ Mother Hubbard Queen of the Grammar Hammers Last edited by dogabone; 02-21-2007 at 10:55 AM. Reason: Program titles should be italicized.

02-23-2007, 12:34 AM	#7
Bearcata what a strong finger Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: the edge of the beltway Posts: 6,878	Shave the head. That hair was way too much a distraction. __________________ "When life gives you lemons, squirt lemon juice in your enemy's eyes."

02-23-2007, 12:21 AM	#6
Travisio FORT Fogey Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,422	Her hair was out of control last night.

02-23-2007, 03:23 AM	#8
Runway victim Who-dat Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 285	I agree Kelly is beautiful (she is a former model), her photos in Modern Glamour are stunning. But last night when I saw her in that dress with that hair...... I thought "Laura Bennett is on Top Design....and she stuck her finger in a light socket". __________________ Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one. -Albert Einstein The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits. -Albert Einstein

02-26-2007, 09:50 AM	#9
Dogbat FORT Fogey Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,049	I loved the hair and Kelly's fashion sense. It was a cool look for a change and certainly more interesting than any of the rooms.

03-04-2007, 12:47 AM	#10
times2222 FORT Newbie Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 22	Kelly's husband is the real estate developer Brad Korzen whose firms develops most of the hotels that Kelly designs, including Avalon, Viceroy, and Maison 140. It's nice to be able to exclusively design hotels for your husband's business. Not saying she does not have talent but it really is nice when you don't have to worry about making a living while you build your business not to mention the maids/nannies/drivers and built in connections that your husband can provide you. Having said that, I am assuming he put her on the map and not vice versa. If anyone knows otherwise, please comment.