The Educated Eye Luncheon

On September 23, NYSID trustees, alumni, and supporters came out to kick off this year’s Dialogues on Design series at The Educated Eye Luncheon in the lovely interior of a private club in New York City. An exploration of the interplay between fashion and interior design, this year’s event featured fashion illustrator, designer, and artist Cathy Graham, author of “Second Bloom: Cathy Graham’s Art of the Table,” and Billy Norwich, former Vogue editor and New York Post society columnist. The event was moderated by Dennis Scully, host of the Business of Home podcast.

 
Cathy Graham and Billy Norwich

Cathy Graham and Billy Norwich

 
 
Dennis Scully and Nancy Scully

Dennis Scully and Nancy Scully

 
 
Ellen Kravet greeting guests.

Ellen Kravet greeting guests.

 
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