Tag: Sister Parish

  • Sister Parish: The First Lady of American Interior Design

    Sister Parish: The First Lady of American Interior Design

    In the story of American interiors, Sister Parish (1910–1994) holds a singular place. She was the decorator who brought comfort and informality back into the home, championing chintz and patchwork at a time when grand houses risked becoming stiff museums. As co-founder of Parish-Hadley Associates, she helped shape the look of the Kennedy White House…