In the world of Golf... Tuesday at many golf clubs is LADIES DAY... the golf course is closed to men until noon...
July/August Golf for Women magazine rethinks the fashion of golf... Fashion Design Stars are looking at women golfers ... researching and solving where golfwear went wrong. Golf fashions are looking to the past for inspiration. Above, VOGUE of the 1920s golfwear and 2008 designer recreation.
Another look to the past... The Greenbrier... Resort & Golf Course in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia and the legendary decorator Dorothy Drapery... the resort retains the beauty created by Draper...
left: 1956 by Dorothy Draper - right: 2008 protege Carleton Varney keeps her spirit alive
left: 1956 Cameo Ballroom with custom-made chandelier - right: 2008 chandelier & scones remain
left: 1956 Baltimore Row cottage design - right: Draper's signature bright colours and floral remain
The Greenbrier elegant indoor pool was designed by Drapery in the 1940's and remains
"The Greenbrier's elegant architecture and renowned interior design are the subjects of our historic guided tours. This year-round activity focuses mainly on our lobby areas, highlighting the notable works and antiques that grace the resort's interior. Tours take place at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Saturdays, there is a combination Interior and Grounds Tour." - information via The Greenbrier website
Painting Inspired by Dorothy Draper...
7 x 7 original acrylic on archival paper... matted and framed on sale in MY ETSY STORE
Are any of you golfers? Are any of you fans of Dorothy Draper? Have any of you been to this resort? My answers to these would be: YES, YES... NO
