AN ODE TO HOME

A tour de force in the realm of interiors, Kelly Wearstler's work has pioneered the art of eclectic design, shaping spaces worldwide, and setting her apart as a true visionary.

- BY SHAI RAMA

From her early days of being a vintage store regular to her ascent as a global design powerhouse, Kelly Wearstler’s path reflects a fusion of creativity and determination, culminating in a design aesthetic that embraces timeless charm with an eclectic, contemporary flair.

Kelly’s story begins in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she grew up spending her formative years meandering through flea markets as well as antique shops with her mother, who was an antique dealer. “She would take me and my sister to yard sales and auctions all the time,” she said in an interview with Elle. “I was always surrounded by furniture or art or vintage magazines — everything that you could possibly imagine.” Her mother’s deep appreciation for history and craftsmanship imbued Kelly with a respect for the past, while nurturing her flair for experimentation. This early exposure to thoughtful curation created the framework for her ethos as a designer who plays with unexpected juxtapositions, merging antique and modern, delicate and bold.