Friday, June 6, 2008

English Manor Gardens & Interiors - Leesburg

Fun day today - no work and lots of play! I had a lovely lunch with two college friends - one of whom has taken a 2 year post to Switzerland with her company. She and her husband and two boys are off on a wonderful adventure! We had a lot of catching up to do - even though the three of us live only 45 minutes apart we hadn't seen each other in a long while. We joked we'll probably see more of each other in Europe (we'll have to visit!) than here in Northern Virginia.

If you come to No. Va, put Leesburg on your list of places to see. After lunch it was time for shopping - first stop was English Manor Garden & Interiors. Painted furniture and antiqued mirror surfaces dominated, along with lovely accessories and pretty tablescapes.


Love how this book is displayed on a stand - I need to do that!


Gorgeous lamp.

Faux artichokes in a beautiful wooden bowl.



Somehow these hot pink Christmas bulbs look so in-season in this tablescape.

Love the circle motif on these painted cabinets.





This is the illustration from English Manor Gardens & Interiors' business card. They don't currently have a web site but can be reached at 703.669.3300 - 27 South King Street - Leesburg, VA - 20175









The shot below is from a narrow alley leading to the town's parking garage. A store devoted to pets has this wonderful topiary dog there to greet you - how apropos.



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13 comments:

  1. simply seletaJune 7, 2008 at 12:43 AM

    This was a fun tour. I love so many of those images. Spotted my sofa table in there too. The blue grey cabinet units are stunning. Are those antiques?

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  2. pve designJune 7, 2008 at 6:13 PM

    My, do gorgeous things just call out your name everywhere, you always have so many amazing and breathtaking things that I adore!

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  3. BellaJune 8, 2008 at 5:24 AM

    amazing blog! :D

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  4. kari and kijsaJune 8, 2008 at 11:21 PM

    Fabulous! loved the window shopping!

    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

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  5. BellaJune 9, 2008 at 5:13 AM

    Thanks for the comments :D

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  6. London CallingJune 9, 2008 at 10:58 AM

    Those lamps are gorgeous. Charmin dog topiary!

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  7. Fiona CartolinaJune 9, 2008 at 12:02 PM

    I love the mirrored table and bright pink accessories.
    {Our home is in the mountains, on the edge of a lake, but I am so so drawn to the glamour on your blog!}
    Thanks!

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  8. Pigtown*DesignJune 9, 2008 at 2:25 PM

    Love Leesburg! There are so many fun little stores around there. Luckett's Market!

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  9. Fifi FlowersJune 9, 2008 at 7:56 PM

    Is this the store you told me about... a must see if visiting.

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  10. KwanaJune 9, 2008 at 9:22 PM

    It looks and sounds like a wonderful day. I was drooling over so many things.

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  11. AnonymousJune 10, 2008 at 10:08 AM

    I would love to visit this fabulous place. The wood bowl is wonderful.

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  12. la la LovelyJune 19, 2008 at 12:26 AM

    So pretty, everything that is! And I love that dog topiary.. how fun is that?!
    Trina

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  13. AlkemieJune 20, 2008 at 10:14 PM

    Beautiful shop and fantastic chairs and furnishings! I Love your taste!

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