"Introducing the 'SMW Home Holiday Decorating Contest' Celebrity Judges . . . "

Greetings,

Just in case you missed the news earlier in the week - I'm excited to announce that we are bringing the SMW Home Holiday Decorating Contest back by popular demand!  Check HERE for all the details of how to enter the contest in any (or all!) of our three categories; Front Door, Christmas Tree, and Dining Table.  

But, what's a contest without a distinguished panel of celebrity judges . . . so without further ado . . . let's meet the team!

Danielle Rollins  

Danielle Rollins is the burgeoning all-American lifestyle brand created on Danielle’s effortlessly elegant personal style and inherently great taste. As an internationally known tastemaker and trendsetter, interior and clothing designer, author and online influencer, she is recognized for her gracious living and stylish entertaining.  Danielle will bring her glamorous southern style to our panel of judges.

Michael Devine

Michael Devine is a noted textile designer, author of An Invitation to the Garden and lecturer on the l’art de vivre. Since launching his bespoke hand printed fabric collection in 2002, Michael Devine Ltd. has expanded to include hand painted dinnerware, home accessories and interior design.  When Michael is not designing, he can be found pursuing one of his favorite past times gardening, cooking, entertaining friends or dreaming of Paris.  Michael brings a glorious 'old-world' point-of-view to our panel.

Sophie Donelson

Sophie Donelson's work in the publishing field always seeks to celebrate the connection between people and their homes.  She previously served as editor in chief of House Beautiful, America’s longest-published home decor magazine where she inspired a new generation of design lovers to embrace color and happiness at home.  Sophie's clear, editorial eye will be an excellent addition to our panel. 

Shay Geyer

Noted Dallas interior designer Shay Geyer is inspired by fashion, traveling, the arts, family and friends. She approaches each day as a learning opportunity and a way to enrich her life as a designer. Her passion for interiors and interior products makes creating beautiful and luxury spaces for clients her true dream career. Mostly known for her use of color, pattern and texture – clients rave about her ability to transform a house into a welcoming happy home.  Shay's love of color and dramatic spaces will be a welcome addition to our panel.

Benjamin Reynaert

Benjamin Reynaert is currently senior style + market director at Architectural Digest’s AD PRO and continues to hone his passion for storytelling and content packaging strategies across print, digital and social platforms.  Drawing on a decade of experience looking critically at architecture, interiors, bookbinding, fine objects and furniture, Benjamin brings together color, material and decorative elements to make beautiful lasting imagery and spaces.  Benjamin brings his signature New York-style to our panel.

I certainly want to welcome each of our panelist to the contest - and I hope you will follow along (and follow them!) as we celebrate the season!

Cheers,
Scot