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Moroccan dispatch

Moroccan dispatch

Our photographer, Kelsey, just arrived home from a two-week jaunt in Morocco. 

We have long been inspired by the city of Marrakech and have a petite collection in our shop of handmade things from the souk.

Kelsey fell in love with the bright colors, the thoughtful touches in Moroccan decor, and the buzz of the country. She did a petite round-up of the pieces in our shop that she now has to have.

— Kelsey Schmidt
hotel telegraphenamt

City Guide | Berlin

2023 seems like the year to explore some new places, so we began our first trip of the year in Berlin.  The city did not disappoint - we found Berlin to be a deep well of inspiration.  
— Laurie Furber
On the Road

On the Road

For the first several years after we started Elsie Green, JP and I had kids at home, so one of us would travel while the other held down the fort at home.  It worked very nicely, but we never had the opportunity to shop the French countryside together. 
— Laurie Furber
marigold flower studio

A Morning with Marigold

Welcome to your favorite new cafe in San Francisco's Mission district.
— Sepi Shokouh
frances restaurant

An Evening with Frances

An evening at one of our favorite San Francisco restaurants.
— Laurie Furber
los angeles city guide

City Guide | Los Angeles

Where to eat, stay, see, and shop in Los Angeles.
— Sepi Shokouh
paris street view

The Paris Journal | Jessica Wright

| image courtesy of bon traveler |

When we're planning a trip, there are a few people we turn to for their recommendations.  One is our friend Jessica Wright, Curator of  Bon Traveler.  Jessica  is one part northern California two parts abroad, spending the majority of the year in foreign lands, curating travel guides for the design-focused traveler.

— Laurie Furber
cafe in rome

City Guide | Rome

Where to eat, sleep, and shop in Rome.
— Sepi Shokouh
el fenn

Checking In | El Fenn

El Fenn is an Elsie Green favorite. Since Sepi visited in 2019, it has slowly worked its way onto the travel wishlists of all of the EG shop girls. And to those of us who have made the journey, it was well worth it.
— Laurie Furber
thacher house

Checking In | Thacher House

| image courtesy of thacher house |

Thacher House and its idyllic Ojai backdrop, petite cottages, and limited cell service were exactly what we needed. When you book, know that you will be truly "off the grid," but learn to embrace it. Sip your lavender lemonade, take a stroll through the gardens, and breathe deep.

— Laurie Furber
thacher house in ojai

36 Hours in Ojai

Recently I planned a whirlwind road trip with my daughter Katie and my sister Lisa to Ojai and Santa Barbara.  We hit the road on Friday afternoon and returned on Sunday night. So we had to be strategic.  As always, our priorities were to eat well, drink well, learn a little about the area and leave inspired.  Simple.
— Laurie Furber
Travel Guide | Martha’s Vineyard

Travel Guide | Martha's Vineyard

Martha's Vineyard is one of those places that feels new each time. I am always discovering new beaches, farms, lookouts, hikes, restaurants, and secret little spots I want to visit over and over. So, I am here to share all of her secrets with you.
— Andie Furber
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