Hollywood glamour arrives: crate & barrel’s new collection – a lynchian luxe
A stout silver lamp, tiger’s eye accents, and a bar cart shimmering with ivory lacquer – Crate & Barrel’s latest collection, a collaboration with Laura Harrier and Tiffany Howell, isn’t just furniture; it’s a meticulously crafted cinematic experience.
A velvet dreamscape: where ’70s cool meets golden age opulence
The 87-piece line, launched today, draws heavily from the aesthetics of David Lynch and Danielle McKinney, delivering a distinctly moody and luxurious feel. Forget minimalist – this is maximalism dialed up to eleven, a deliberate embrace of tactile textures and a touch of unsettling glamour.
“I think the collection feels like something out of a David Lynch film, or a Danielle McKinney painting,” Harrier confessed. The references to silver screen glamour range from the obvious – the ‘Cinema’ vanity – to the subtly evocative, like the sofa, a deliberate nod to Elsa Peretti’s iconic Bean necklace from Tiffany & Co.
Sebastian Brauer, Crate & Barrel’s design head, succinctly captured the driving force: “What stood out was the clarity of vision that both Tiffany and Laura brought to the table.” Their initial connection, forged years ago when Harrier sought Howell’s expertise for her first home, blossomed into a design partnership defined by a shared ambition – to create a world, not merely a collection, that felt profoundly personal and cinematic.
The foundation of the collection is undeniably opulent. Glossy lacquer dominates—the ‘Arlo’ bar unit is a particular favorite of both Brauer and Howell—while sumptuous velvet upholstery, swirling burl wood, and gleaming steel dinnerware contribute to the overall effect. It’s a layered aesthetic, borrowing from disparate eras – a whisper of the ’70s, a flourish of the Golden Age, interwoven with contemporary sensibilities.
“It pulls from different eras but still feels current; there’s a softness and warmth to the palette that’s lived-in,” Harrier explained. While loyal Crate & Barrel customers will recognize familiar silhouettes, the real star here lies in the accessories. The lighting, in particular – from the Art Deco ‘Bowery’ lamp to the gauzy ‘2AM’ pendant – is a category that demands attention. “Fashion and interior design are both forms of self-expression,” Howell noted, “and that connection was really central to the collection. You see it in the sculptural silhouettes and subtle details. Pieces like the lamps act almost like jewelry in a room.”
The entire range is available to shop today, starting at just $20. Think of it as an investment in a touch of cinematic charm – from bar cart accessories to the impossibly elegant ‘Romeo’ ice bucket. Howell envisions these pieces as “modern heirlooms,” sensual, timeless, and woven into the fabric of daily life. Harrier echoes this sentiment: “It’s a cozy space for long, lingering conversations over wine into the late hours of the night.”
Key pieces: a quick look
Bowery table lamp $449
2AM table lamp $599
Shell picks $40
Salon sofa $2,199
Cinema vanity $1,999
Arlo high gloss bar cabinet $4,999
Sonja chandelier light $999
Vesperstorage media console $3,699
Salon swivel accent chair $999
Glass vase $129
Siren king bed $3,399
Romeo ice bucket $90
Telephone side table $679
Romeo server $50
Laurent dining chair $849
Elsa asymmetrical decorative bowl $129