• In classic style, balance is the key. When in doubt, buy a pair.
  
• Furniture is formal, not fancy, with tight backs and small, rolled arms.
  
• Keep wood furnishings dark and remember longevity of furniture matters more than following the trends.
  
• Make use of classic shapes — urns, columns and pineapples
  
• If you are at odds over choosing a style, decorate to match the architectural style of the room.
  
• Color can be bold or basic, but patterns take a backseat. Classic style leans towards monochromatic or duo-chromatic color schemes.
  
• To conceal scratches on mahogany, walnut or oak furniture, paint over them with a small amount of iodine.

Price Points

Hampton Sofa
Atlanta Chair
Price unavailable
Brunschwig & Fils
New York City
212-838-7878
www.brunschwig.com

Contact Information

John Rosselli Antiques
New York City
212-737-2252

Gomez Associates
Brooke and Mariette Hines Gomez, designers
504 East 74^th Street
New York, NY 10021
877-466-SHOP (7467)
www.gomezassociates.com

Rooms: Creating Luxurious Livable Spaces by Mariette Hines Gomez