Setting the Table with Marian McEvoy

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  • Опубліковано 22 вер 2024
  • There's nothing more delightful than entertaining at home and to debut our new "Setting the Table with" video series, we asked none other than style maven Marian McEvoy. From a distinguished early career in fashion as the Paris fashion editor for WWD, Marian became the founding editor in chief of ELLE DECOR, where she grew the magazine into a tour de force in the design community. With a passion for all things design including her amazing craft creations, she is a total original. Please join us for a visit at Marian's charming Hudson River Valley home to get schooled in the art of the table! For more visit quintessencebl...

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  • @TexasEdd
    @TexasEdd 5 років тому +38

    "no plastic - EVER! on a table" + "cook four things well"
    Words to live by!
    THANKS FOR POSTING!!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому +1

      TexasEdd Thank you! So glad you agree and enjoyed!

  • @susandupre2975
    @susandupre2975 6 років тому +10

    I can only imagine the wealth of knowledge that Susanna has acquired by doing this show. She’s been able to peek inside the minds of some extremely creative people. Thank you for sharing.

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому +2

      Susan Dupre Yes, we are both constantly inspired and learning from all our talented hosts! - Stacey (behind the camera)

  • @langemarie4493
    @langemarie4493 6 років тому +5

    A real woman a real lady elle est extraordinaire, fabuleuse, quelle élégance
    Je vous adore madame merci pour cette belle leçon de vie

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  6 років тому +3

      She is indeed!! And she lived in Paris for many years!

  • @twistoffate4791
    @twistoffate4791 3 роки тому +3

    I like the personalized, hand-written place cards idea. She's reviving the practice and I respect her for it.

  • @teresejohnson6767
    @teresejohnson6767 3 роки тому +2

    I couldn’t ❤️ Marian McEvoy more! Yes, more Marian, 🙏!!

  • @sercanyandim5465
    @sercanyandim5465 5 років тому +2

    Please more episodes with Marian McEvoy. Enjoyed every second so much. Thank you

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому +1

      sercan yandim Isn’t Marian just the best? There is also an At Home with episode with her!

  • @marynielson1705
    @marynielson1705 7 років тому +38

    I love Marian McEvoy! She has such a beautiful spirit. I also really enjoy the Quintessence series and how Susanna Salk always puts her guests at ease.

    • @lilylebowsky5908
      @lilylebowsky5908 6 років тому +2

      Completely agree, they are delighted to have her there and glow with charisma!!! Having the ability to get such the best out of the 'subjects'

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  6 років тому +3

      We love Marian too! And so glad you love the series - yes, Susanna is a great host! - Stacey (behind the camera).

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  6 років тому +1

      So true - Susanna gets the best out of our subjects - thank you Lily!

  • @fresh5959
    @fresh5959 6 років тому +3

    We need more of this in this world of fast food

  • @faithnelson2013
    @faithnelson2013 6 років тому +18

    ''the home is not a restaurant'' well that is such a refreshing attitude.

    • @rocket7697
      @rocket7697 4 роки тому

      Well that's about the truth of it.

  • @IanBrownMakeUpArtist
    @IanBrownMakeUpArtist 6 років тому +13

    She's my new spirit animal. I've found a kindred spirit who likes to make bespoke name cards for guests at meals. 😍

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  6 років тому +1

      Isn't Marian fabulous? She's the real deal!

  • @MsWatchdog
    @MsWatchdog 5 років тому +2

    Wow what a gorgeous lady... doesn't she just make you wanna listen to her all day long.. she makes it look so easy

  • @christanne1
    @christanne1 4 роки тому +2

    Just love her voice. Something very calming, welcoming and homely. "An apple brown Betty" swoon.....

    • @christanne1
      @christanne1 4 роки тому

      @Susan Kelly Sounds really nice. Thanks for sharing

  • @flipthecoin888
    @flipthecoin888 5 років тому +8

    I keep coming back to this. This isn't my style at all but I learned so much from her. I love that she has a matriarchal vibe as she was teaching you lol.

  • @Sippy309
    @Sippy309 4 роки тому +2

    Love the silverware and her kitchen set up...everything is so accessible. Marian has a great sense of style.

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  4 роки тому +1

      Yes she does!! Hope you also saw our house tour with her!

  • @n.d8001
    @n.d8001 6 років тому +31

    "there is no true style without a personality" she once said. She certainly has personality!

  • @carlyh6913
    @carlyh6913 3 роки тому +2

    What a wise treasure this lady is! Love her!

  • @isabelledavies42
    @isabelledavies42 3 роки тому +1

    I love this women. She likes to keep things simple! But she is an artist at heart!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  3 роки тому

      Yes she is and we love her too! Glad you enjoyed!

  • @grannypattie
    @grannypattie 5 років тому +2

    Why do you not have 300k subscribers? Your videos are heavenly!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому

      Thank you so much!! So glad you enjoy our channel!!

  • @Madmogs1
    @Madmogs1 7 років тому +28

    Marian is wonderful, warm and charming! All the good things.

  • @dragonfly686868
    @dragonfly686868 5 років тому +2

    I like her. She does her with conviction without pretentiousness!

  • @shinybadger6299
    @shinybadger6299 7 років тому +11

    I loooooove Marian McEvoy! She exudes elegance and good humor! Great episode! thank you and cheers!

  • @ruthl.8069
    @ruthl.8069 4 роки тому +2

    This lady has touched my soul, somehow... She must be delightful person to meet... Absolute personal charme AND good taste.

  • @robbinstephensyork8864
    @robbinstephensyork8864 7 років тому +10

    I love Marian....I, too, am a dinner plate and napkin collector....too many to count....and all of my collections can mix and match...I almost never set the same table twice.....Marian is a joy to watch....Thank You for another video featuring her...love, love, love.

  • @christinaheesakacowden-wut3809
    @christinaheesakacowden-wut3809 5 років тому +4

    So wonderful and inspiring! I could watch this over and over again, just like the other episode with her that you recorded, showing her beautiful and unique home

  • @rosecallahan
    @rosecallahan 5 років тому +3

    She is fabulous! Thank you for this video. I learned so much about entertaining and table settings in such a short time.

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому +1

      Rose Callahan Isn’t she?! We adore Marian - a wealth of knowledge and inspiration!!

  • @nmj2411
    @nmj2411 3 роки тому +3

    I really loved this video! I like to see how others entertain. Susanna you’re so wonderfully blessed to get to meet all these wonderful designers and see their homes! What a dream job!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  3 роки тому

      So glad you enjoyed! We feel so lucky to be invited into the homes of so many of these design talents! - Stacey (behind the camera and the blog)

  • @joyaepace
    @joyaepace 2 роки тому

    What she said about no need being a master chef was a very wise thing. Trying too hard can take all fun out of entertaining. Thank you lady for this lesson, very helpful will remember it.

  • @linnsamnew8534
    @linnsamnew8534 4 роки тому +1

    ✨Oh my goodness ✨
    💫Marian McEvoy is talented💫
    🕯Her table settings 🍴 are second to none🕯
    🌼 Sooo inspiring and enjoyable ~ I love her style🌼
    🙋🏼 🇨🇦

  • @jacquelinegonzalez6264
    @jacquelinegonzalez6264 2 роки тому +2

    I love that line “ expression of your creativity and pampering your guests”…my new mantra

  • @jcrane45585
    @jcrane45585 7 років тому +2

    I love Marian! She reminds me so much of my grandmother.

  • @catalinaquijano6477
    @catalinaquijano6477 6 років тому +2

    This woman is fabulous I love her

  • @lanatorres7172
    @lanatorres7172 7 років тому +11

    Loved listening to this lady! Love her unique style.

  • @danielbillingsley74
    @danielbillingsley74 5 років тому +4

    I want Marian to be my aunt or bestie or neighbor. She is a peach!!!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  5 років тому +1

      Daniel Billingsley Isn’t she just the best?!

  • @brigittereichardt193
    @brigittereichardt193 5 років тому +3

    Finally someone who knows how to place dessert cutlery!

  • @Theblackbumblebee
    @Theblackbumblebee 7 років тому +10

    loved this video and Marian...We have failed in home entertainment but lm glad that some of us still try to maintain the integrity of a nice home....love Marian

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  7 років тому +1

      Well you get an A+ for appreciation!! And yes, Marian is wonderful!!

  • @gjcinqmars
    @gjcinqmars 6 років тому +3

    What a gracious person she is. Love your videos, thank you!

  • @ADuchessInside
    @ADuchessInside 7 років тому +33

    What a delightful lady! Really enjoyed this.

  • @2youngbon2
    @2youngbon2 3 роки тому +1

    What a darling personality Marian has! Love her!

  • @mcmayoral1
    @mcmayoral1 6 років тому +4

    ADORABLE!!!! I have watched this video countless times and it always remains a special treat.
    Ms. McEvoy, I hope you know how much you are admired. Class and humor: perfect pair!!!

  • @Lissa1555
    @Lissa1555 5 років тому +2

    Nice lady! Her tips are good))

  • @lesliemonty31
    @lesliemonty31 5 років тому +2

    I love Marian and wish I could go to lunch at her house! She is fabulous!

  • @MetaMM
    @MetaMM 5 років тому +3

    I like her tips, thank you.

  • @IMAInteriors
    @IMAInteriors 7 років тому +18

    Love the new series!!! I wait for your videos every month and this time it was a real treat!!!

  • @suzanademirandarao1754
    @suzanademirandarao1754 6 років тому +2

    I really love this video!!!!

  • @Wee162
    @Wee162 2 роки тому +2

    Fell in love with Marian when she was editor at Elle Decor; so much so that I’ve kept all the issues that she edited!

  • @marjorykephart4700
    @marjorykephart4700 4 роки тому +1

    I adore her. So creative. So lovely.

  • @MONICAANICA
    @MONICAANICA 5 років тому +1

    Beautiful of Marian McEvoy & so many good sound advice. Thank you so much.

  • @JMB2912-u5r
    @JMB2912-u5r 4 роки тому +3

    This inspires me to entertain more in a unique way, and start collecting dinner plates! ☺️. Please post more videos Susanna Salk.
    I love them all!❤️

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  4 роки тому +1

      We have over 100 videos - hope you stop by to view more!

    • @JMB2912-u5r
      @JMB2912-u5r 4 роки тому

      Quintessence I couldn’t find “that many” on UA-cam. I will look again. Thank you!

  • @jcrane45585
    @jcrane45585 7 років тому +5

    I love this series! more! more! more!

  • @AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor
    @AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor 6 місяців тому +1

    Loved her tips and she explains so well about the placing of cutlery too.

  • @pamelaprivette5361
    @pamelaprivette5361 2 роки тому

    Very inspired by Marian McEvoy. I love her energy---a women who thinks for herself: unique, spontaneous and authentic! She had tidbits of ideas that suited me---and for my own mix of ideas when I want something different!

  • @linglingyang132
    @linglingyang132 3 роки тому +2

    She’s so lovely!

  • @beckiefitz2382
    @beckiefitz2382 3 роки тому +1

    She is ..... WONDERFUL!!

  • @sadieizzie
    @sadieizzie 7 років тому +7

    FUN and stunning lady, couldn't agree more on her opinion when it comes to plastic on the table. Thank you for another interesting, attractive and informative video!

  • @jean6061
    @jean6061 4 роки тому +1

    I liked this woman as soon as she mentioned how many dish patterns she had!

  • @heatherforrest8732
    @heatherforrest8732 7 років тому +16

    Delightsome and welcoming lady. Another good, relaxing and refreshing video.

  • @Cotswoldblonde
    @Cotswoldblonde 5 років тому +1

    Wonderful lady. I would love more of your setting the table series.. it really shows an insight to the people you interview and is also beautiful to watch x

  • @cherigreen4471
    @cherigreen4471 6 років тому +4

    Great tips and I love her thoughts!

  • @ramonl6637
    @ramonl6637 5 років тому +1

    I love your style, Marian.

  • @MarciaSantos-ox1fk
    @MarciaSantos-ox1fk 4 роки тому +3

    Great advice on the decanter! ❤️

  • @carmengomez-munoz4723
    @carmengomez-munoz4723 5 років тому +2

    Amazing! Love, love this video, what a classy lady !

  • @franmellor9843
    @franmellor9843 5 років тому +2

    Truly wonderful

  • @leschansonsfrancaisesdhier7156

    I love this woman, she is so talented, funny and looks like she has a big heart ❤

  • @ruthhovsepian
    @ruthhovsepian 7 років тому +64

    What a sweet woman she is. I could spend hours listening to her.

    • @Theblackbumblebee
      @Theblackbumblebee 7 років тому +7

      Ruth Hovsepian
      omg, I'm looking her up....I feel like this "Jewel " needs to be celebrated. ..My gawd this channel need a million snubbies... This chanel is awesome

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  7 років тому +3

      Thank you so much and yes, do look up Marian - she is amazing!

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  7 років тому

      Thank you!!

  • @tigermoon44
    @tigermoon44 7 років тому +6

    That was so much fun to watch! Thank you!

  • @CajunLady333
    @CajunLady333 7 років тому +3

    Interesting and informative video.

  • @cooldesert30
    @cooldesert30 7 років тому +2

    Oh I just love ur. Thanks for sharing table tips. I love entertaining, especially at the table, no matter the occasion.

  • @stephenwilliams1269
    @stephenwilliams1269 2 роки тому

    What a Lady. stylish, confident and no pretention.

  • @nathalienurse3336
    @nathalienurse3336 3 роки тому +2

    Adore this to the point lady ❤️. Would love to dine at her place. BTW the orange bomber jkt Susanna is wearing is stunning, love her fashion sense............🤗🇨🇦

  • @robinaseddiq4802
    @robinaseddiq4802 4 роки тому +2

    She had such great tips.

  • @mbryan4964
    @mbryan4964 3 роки тому +1

    Etiquette. Always wonderful.

  • @MelindaBula
    @MelindaBula 4 роки тому +1

    I love Marian style🌺

  • @brianabouttown256
    @brianabouttown256 5 років тому +1

    Chic and beautiful as can be!

  • @latrenaerichard1268
    @latrenaerichard1268 2 роки тому

    Wow, one of my favorite videos!

  • @cynthiastewart5171
    @cynthiastewart5171 6 років тому +4

    Just as I was wishing I could dine at her table, my name appeared on a place card.

  • @MariaGomes-ew1bl
    @MariaGomes-ew1bl 5 років тому +1

    Marian a very elegant lady...admire her

  • @ruthedwards1765
    @ruthedwards1765 4 роки тому +2

    this woman is goals xo

  • @Robertking1996
    @Robertking1996 7 років тому +7

    The elegance!!!! I'm living !

  • @prisma2316
    @prisma2316 7 років тому +11

    Such a great lesson!

  • @Gryhoundlvr
    @Gryhoundlvr 4 роки тому +1

    Love, love, love! Glad I’m not the only China and cloth napkin junky!

  • @ReadingThing
    @ReadingThing 4 роки тому

    Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful! Such amazing advice: cook4 things well!

  • @thelondoner614
    @thelondoner614 6 років тому +2

    Wisdom..... lovely

  • @anabacigaluppi3170
    @anabacigaluppi3170 Рік тому +1

    Bellisimo amen muchas gracias ❤❤❤😊😊😊

  • @SpanishEclectic
    @SpanishEclectic 2 роки тому

    Some very good advice to keep things simple. Minimizes stress and allows the creativity room to breathe. Timeless concepts. :)

  • @zenetezena8864
    @zenetezena8864 4 роки тому +1

    Que coisa linda,ela entende muito e da para perceber que ela ama decorar mesas ,eu chorei no final do vídeo,eu simplesmente admiro e respeito pessoas assim

    • @quintessenceblg
      @quintessenceblg  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you - so glad you enjoyed!!

    • @zenetezena8864
      @zenetezena8864 4 роки тому

      @@quintessenceblg amo seu canal e desejo que Deus te abençoe nessa jornada

  • @jrbon4619
    @jrbon4619 6 років тому +3

    Marian is awesome! I would love to sit and chat with her.

  • @elizabeths4371
    @elizabeths4371 4 роки тому +1

    Most Enjoyable!

  • @peggytaylor8333
    @peggytaylor8333 7 років тому +6

    LOVE HER

  • @godislove5781
    @godislove5781 7 років тому +2

    I loveeeeeeethis!

  • @MissPerriwinkle
    @MissPerriwinkle 3 роки тому +2

    yay!!

  • @graceofriel1263
    @graceofriel1263 4 роки тому

    I love you Marian Mcevoy and of course, Susana!

  • @kimtaff1932
    @kimtaff1932 2 роки тому

    She's delightful!

  • @zoyaguiding6953
    @zoyaguiding6953 2 роки тому

    Oh, lovely. Such a wise and elegant woman

  • @The_Real_DreamM
    @The_Real_DreamM 4 роки тому +1

    What a gorgeous lady.

  • @reneiloesongo4224
    @reneiloesongo4224 2 роки тому

    Elegance. Learned so much ❤️

  • @rabbysdecor3205
    @rabbysdecor3205 7 років тому +2

    !Loved it¡

  • @cherrybaylon9737
    @cherrybaylon9737 4 роки тому +1

    terrific!

  • @khaledal-habib777
    @khaledal-habib777 4 роки тому +1

    She's so sweet and spontaneous

  • @AnetaKudasik
    @AnetaKudasik 6 років тому +3

    How sweet is she!

  • @brianabouttown256
    @brianabouttown256 5 років тому +2

    Great Video.... my favorite part is 5:59 onward.... Susanna’s expression is priceless 😂