The art and shopping scene in Boston isn’t nearly on the scale of its east coast cousin New York, but you can still get your design and shopping fix. Boston is a walking city with neighborhoods that each have a distinctive flavor. So get on those walking shoes and you’re sure to discover something cool.
Boylston Street: This street meanders through some of the best and most high end shopping in Boston. But much to my delight it also hosts the Copley Square Farmer’s Market at the corner of Boylston and Dartmouth every Tuesday and Friday from 11 to 6. The vegetable displays are natural works of art.
Bountiful produce at the Copley Farmer’s Market.
Boston Museum of Fine Arts: This is the 4th largest museum in the United States and well worth a visit. In addition to permanent American and European art exhibits, including a large selection of works by Monet, the current exhibit on Tech Style illustrates the synergy between technology and fashion and how people are interacting with fashion.
“Breathing Flower” by Choi Jeong Hwa.
Bicycle sculpture by Ai Wei Wei.
Wall sculpture in Red by Anish Kapoor.
Dress by Issey Miyake.
Dress by Alexander McQueen.
Blown mirrored glass, mirrors, metal, wood and electric lighting by Josiah McElheny.
Beacon Hill: Charm oozes out of every pore of this Boston neighborhood. Check out the antique stores and clothing shops and then stop for a bite at Tatte. I’m loving the antique hardware at Period Hardware.
Beautiful pastries on display at Tatte.
Antique hardware found at Period Furniture Hardware Co.
Beacon Hill streetscape.
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I recently visited a local, not-to be mentioned-in-this-blogpost showcase house. Although blues were a strong color theme throughout the house, they were often paired with insipid pinks, granny florals and other current design trends that diluted the crisp, dramatic impact that blues can really make.