The Paris Journal | Philippine Scali

The Paris Journal | Philippine Scali

When we're planning a trip, there are a few people we turn to for their recommendations.  One is our friend Philippine Scali.  

Born and raised in Paris, Philippine now splits her time between San Francisco and France.  She works as an art director, photo editor,  stylist, and product consultant. 

Laurie Furber
table with white tablecloth

Press Play | Dinner Party Playlist

The perfect dinner party playlist for an intimate gathering that will transition naturally from cocktails to dinner and then to a bit of dancing should the mood strike.

Sepi Shokouh
boutique hotel

Elsie's Edit | Boutique Hotels Around the World

| images courtesy of Chateau Voltaire | photography by Francois Halard |

We often approach travel with a designer's eye and are always seeking out boutique hotels with impeccable design and uncompromising hospitality.

Sepi Shokouh
Elsie's Library | Kelsey's Fall Reading list

Elsie's Library | Kelsey's Fall Reading list

The shop girls of Elsie Green love getting lost in the pages of a good book.

We keep a small library of books at the shop and regularly discuss what we're reading and loving right now.

Kelsey Schmidt
collection of silver spoons

Collectors at Heart | Vintage Silver

We think the secret to creating a good collection is in not just amassing something in volume, but in collecting individual pieces you appreciate for their unique qualities.   Often we'll find one of the shop girls going through each christening cup in a large bin, admiring back stamps and monograms.  
Laurie Furber
Pomet

Pomet

A petite interview with the owner of our favorite new restaurant in Oakland, Ca.
Sepi Shokouh
Press Play | Sweater Weather

Press Play | Sweater Weather

| image courtesy of Kelsey Schmidt |

Invite your friends, bust out the good china, forage some branches and press play on our autumn playlist curated for everyones favorite season: sweater weather season. 
Sarah Guenter
Foraged Flora | Kelsey's Botanical Guide

Foraged Flora | Kelsey's Botanical Guide

Fall branches and leaves.  We love them.
Kelsey Schmidt
woman cooking in copper pot

Sparkle & Shine | Collecting Vintage Copper

The French have a way of incorporating beauty into everyday tasks.  

When we’re visiting France and one of our friends invites us into her kitchen, and we see all the beautiful vintage copper pots, pans and vessels, we get a bit jealous.

Laurie Furber
woman lighting candles

A Simple Guide to Candle Etiquette

We all love candle light for its ambiance, sometimes its fragrance, and for that cozy, nice feeling that comes from curling up on the sofa or settling down for a candle lit dinner.  
Laurie Furber
Home Tour | Northern California Eichler | Davies Del Diablo

Home Tour | Northern California Eichler | Davies Del Diablo

A peek inside the home of one of our favorite local mid-century gems. 

Kelsey Schmidt
octavia

Elsie's Edit | The Elsie Green Restaurant List

Add this page to your Pinterest travel board; we'll be updating it regularly with new restaurants as we continue to travel and discover new culinary experiences around the world.
Sepi Shokouh
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Welcome to the Elsie Green Podcast where our host Andie and her guests discuss design, travel, fashion, beauty and other beautiful things in life.