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Jonathan Adler: Redefining Happy Chic
Designer extraordinaire Jonathan Adler just debuted his new line of eclectic housewares last week. But you won’t find them in his funky boutiques in New York, San Francisco, or Palm Beach. No, Happy Chic by Jonathan Adler is available exclusively on the Home Shopping Network. “We want to give everyone everything they could ever need to live a glam, chic life,” Adler tells CulturePOP.
artist changing his medium
This isn’t the first time Adler has done something unexpected. This summer, the prolific potter changed his medium when he designed a clothing line for Seven for All Mankind. His collection included six tops and six jeans for both men and women. Susan Kellogg, president of Seven’s contemporary brands coalition, says they were drawn to Adler because he’s clever and fun. “Those are all words that resonated with our team and with our brand,” she explains. “I think he lived up to all of our expectations. The whimsy he’s famous for came to everything he touched.”
home design meets home shopping
Adler brings that same signature whimsy to his HSN line, which introduces three style concepts: “Pop” brings together bright, graphic patterns, lacquer finishes, and iconic animals and tabletop objects. “Natural” is expressed through organic shapes and handcrafted ceramics. “Deluxe” evokes Hollywood glamour through luxurious and polished nickel and platinum finishes.
Here are our three favorite pieces:
pop
Set of Two Peacock Pillows, $99.95
These bead-embellished bird pillows, designed to face each other, remind us of Enid Collins bags from the ’60s. So colorful and hip.
“I believe the home should make you happy.” –Jonathan Adler
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natural
Set of 3 Relief White Bud Vases, $39.95
Adler is known for his unique ceramic designs, and these vases (in soft white matte glaze) feature his signature shape.
“I believe HSN is chic.” –Jonathan Adler
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deluxe
Greek Key Woven Throw, $49.95
We love this throw that features a timeless Greek key motif with a mod twist.
“I believe in irreverent luxury.” –Jonathan Adler
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what’s next
What’s next for Adler? If Adler’s recent mind-blowing design of the Barbie Malibu Dream House and his recent Jonathan Adler Junior line give any hint of what’s yet to come, this offbeat and irreverent designer will definitely continue to keep us guessing.
Talitha Peters has been an editor for print and online publications for eight years. She is currently finishing her first novel.
Photos: Courtesy of Jonathan Adler
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