Above: Designer and shop owner Shari Lebowitz
In this digital age, nothing is as warm and personal as a handwritten note on an exquisite piece of brightly colored, beautifully textured stationery,” says Shari Lebowitz, founder of BESPOKE DESIGNS. “It makes an ordinary gesture, celebratory.” Her new upscale paperie and celebrations studio is outfitted with elegant Japanese seagrass from Phillip Jeffries and hand-printed wallpaper from Farrow & Ball. The mix of classic and contemporary furnishings sets the tone for a warm, intimate space evocative of a private home. The atelier offers a comprehensive range of services and includes a dedicated Bridal Studio. “Each point of contact, beginning with a save-the-date card to the very last thank-you note,” she says, “meticulously reflects the spirit and individual needs of each couple.” 5A Sconset Sq., Westport, 203-557-6777; bespokedesigns.com