Bassett Hyde

Weekend vibes

Photo ralph Steiner 1960

Mediterranean flavor .

Modern European classic , vintage old world style .

Vintage lace

Thank goodness for the classics. Beckenstein men’s bespoke tailoring , been around since 1919. Old school New York . Shirt fabric samples .

Morning light . Linen towels are especially good for hot and humid climates. Linen naturally inhibits bacterial growth, dries quickly and doesn’t hold on to access moisture. Added bonus these exquisite linens give an elevated touch to your bathroom.,

Beach time! Not only for your bathroom, perfect to take to the pool or beach. Lightweight, super absorbent you can almost fit in your back pocket , well, almost .

Summertime. Casual outdoor dining. Bring out the saint Malo napkins .

Linen in nature .

Viva Italiano! Pocket size cocktails…. White tablecloth table scapes to backpack picnic.
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It’s a Man’s world - well at least let them have one day ! Father’s Day , to all the good one’s out there and there are many, especially the ones that enjoy a little luxury in the bathroom, their very own luxury towel.

Adding a bit of vintage to any table scape starts to tell a story. If your grandmothers linen is not to be found and a French flea market it not within reach, take a look at our vintage section. All items are in perfect condition.

Bistro napkins with vintage grosgrain trim pairs nicely with textured metals .,

Monday mood.

Come across this image often . Francesc Rife Studio. Rustic Spanish farmhouse with a serious design edge. Seen in . I would love to see the contrast of pure white linen towel hanging over the edge of the bath tub . Sorry I don’t have photographer info , please forward if you do.

What? Possibly pink in the sea of white linens ! Maybe…… samples for next spring . Think luxury Masseria estates in Puglia , or even Casa Malaparte on Capri. Timeless luxury.

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Why white. I was listening to Edmund de Waal on why he primarily uses white.
To Paraphrase. “ you can’t escape what it is. It sings in the world in a direct way. You look at it and there is no hiding. “ This cultured life

Happy Earth Day ! Celebrate the planet and its natural beauty, start to use a washing line if you have outdoor space , the smell of the sun on your linens, crisp and fresh to the touch, nothing like it , and of course better for the planet.

Our small guest towels from Puglia can double as napkins too! Why not? Perfect gift for tiny living , not a lot of drawer space. How much do we really need. Quality not quantity. Or quantity, quantity, quantity:) big parties with friends. We need more love and fun in the world today. Photo taken in Ostuni



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Putting vintage to good use. Seen here in this stunning little 17th century mill in Wales. and it’s available to rent. Ah! Can’t wait to visit . Take a peek at our vintage collection and create your own little Mill, although unfortunately we can’t all be in Wales .

Texture , Table , Today.
With a bit of vintage thrown in.
Happy Friday , hopefully wherever you maybe it is warm enough to set an outdoor table setting.

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Sunday best. In character, in manners, in style, in all things, the supreme excellence is simplicity. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

photo model styling

Summer can be dark linens .

Happy Easter .

photo linen@bassetthydehome

Friday laundry day .

photo Hajdu Tamás . Life is a water element.

Rome.

Sunday Best . Lace collars and bonnets. Painter Sarah Ball 2023 painting - Declan. “Gender norms are so blurred now, fantastically. It’s a moving scale, whatever we choose to be.” She explains in a recent interview.

an excerpt from Colleen Kelsey for CNN. Couldn’t find Colleen’s IG apologies to Colleen.

Utilitarian style. Finding beauty in simplicity.

Wabi sabi and Lace . Lace is not for everyone but used sparingly in a contemporary or wabi sabi environment can can give a layered ecclesiastical feel, sense of harmony with imperfection. I love the aesthetic of Brocanteliving.com in the UK.

Vintage bistro style