About Claire Pettibone:

When I design a collection I strive to make a woman feel as special as the delicate creation she is wearing; take her to a enchanted time and place where women are princesses and magnificent goddesses. In today’s modern world we need to pause and indulge in beauty.

I spent my early childhood living in rural New York in a 19th century farmhouse on acres of rolling hills. As an only child, most of my time was consumed exploring the surrounding streams and forests, picking wild raspberries, and dreaming. Among the trees, ferns and wild flowers it was very easy to imagine and believe in a world of fairies and magic castles. Some of my earliest drawings are of princesses and brides dressed in elaborate gowns.

My parents are both professional artists, so I was exposed to galleries and museums and encouraged to develop my creativity. I studied classical ballet for years and the stories and costumes of the ballet continue to influence my ideas of elegance and grace. As a teenager I began pouring over European Vogue where the world of couture opened up to me.

It has always been my desire to create exquisite feminine clothing using the finest fabrics and precious details; to combine a vintage feeling with modern style. In 1994, with the partnership of my husband Guy Toley, we began. Over the years, it has been a joy to see our collections carried in the finest boutiques in the world. I have a very romantic vision of how fashion can enhance our beauty and indulge our dreams. I invite you to share that dream.

Bridal registry was one of her recent topics, specifically vintage tableware, which we thought our StrictlyWeddings.com followers might enjoy as well.

Antiquaria has collected dishes, pyrex and mid-centruy pieces for years and are finally sharing their gorgeous finds with the world! While most couples sadly tuck their fine dishes into the corner or store them in boxes somewhere to be unearthed down the road once or twice a year, these ladies are bringing back china as cherished object d’arte AND the ceremony of fine dining and elegant, stylish get-togethers on a regular basis.

They scour the markets for vintage china and make it modern by mixing patterns and styles, and creating the chicest type of table – an eclectic mix of pieces instead of a matchy-matchy complete set.  Meaning a home truly unique to you! The collection ranges from china to glassware, kitchenware, serving pieces, and even stamps.