She may have clients around the globe, but Kelly Wearstler is the ultimate LA lady. The celebrated designer — famous for her peacock-hued Hollywood Regency style and the glam homes she dreamed up for Gwen Stefani and Cameron Diaz — channeled Cali-cool vibes for her latest project, Hollywood Proper Residences, the first in a collection of luxury apartments and hotels.
She outfitted the inaugural outpost, which opened in June, with sun-drenched contemporary interiors in relaxed neutrals.
It features her own KW Furniture Collection “Emmett” club chair in stainless steel and shearling.
It’s exactly the kind of comfy seating the 48-year-old designer might have at her own LA home, which she shares with her husband, hotelier Brad Korzen, and their two sons.
Here, Wearstler reveals to Alexa a few of her fabulous finds.
Compartés Chocolatier x Kelly Wearstler “Hue” chocolate bar
Handout“The world is a better place with chocolate in it. Compartés handcrafts gourmet bars from scratch daily at its factory in Brentwood. They are little love letters to California.” $13 at KellyWearstler.com/edibles
WB350F “Smart” camera
Handout“Inspiration is everywhere and I’m never without my camera to document the beauty around me — and share snapshots on my Instagram.” $270 at Samsung.com.
Hermès “Arlequin Harlequin Birkin” bag
Handout“The perfect update of a classic with the use of color blocking.” $22,949 at 1stDibs.com.
Hand-spun “Block Picasso” sweater
Courtesy of the Designer“The most luxurious and cool cashmere around.” $1,070 at Elder-Statesman.com.
Surface Pro 4
Handout“This computer is the ultimate tool.” $899 at MicrosoftStore.com.
“Rosalie” heels
Courtesy of the designer“Unexpected details and flourishes make these shoes the perfect statement piece.” $1,775 at MaloneSouliers.com.
“Untitled #2” painting by Agnes Martin
© 2015 Agnes Martin/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York“Agnes was all about feeling. The subtleties of color and form in her work created such expressive compositions.” On exhibit (beginning Oct. 7) at the Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Ave.
Oribe Signature Moisture Mask
Annie Wermiel/NY Post“When my locks need extra love . . .” $62 at BlueMercury.com.
“Nero” sunglasses in rose gold
Courtesy of the Designer“These glasses are so cool and stylish. Le Specs has many great iconic and fun shapes.” $119 at LeSpecs.com.
Misha Kahn stool
Courtesy of Friedman Benda“The dichotomous mix of materiality in Misha’s innovative sculptural designs makes them so exciting.” Price upon request at FriedmanBenda.com.
Stephen Webster “Lady Stardust Crystal Haze” earrings
Handout“These are sculpture for the body.” $12,000 at BergdorfGoodman.com
Keeping up with Kelly
The in-demand designer’s ambitious new endeavors on the West Coast and beyond
Hollywood Proper (LA)





Wearstler tailors the design for each Proper hotel/residence to its neighborhood (including forthcoming offerings in LA, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Austin, Texas). Her initial Hollywood foray showcases richly burnished metals, custom wood flooring and infusions from local artists. The lobby is layered in earth tones and thoughtfully selected furniture and art pieces, evoking a sense of invitation and lounging, she says.
Viviane Restaurant (Beverly Hills)






“I was inspired to create a soulful retreat that embraced its midcentury authenticity yet had a personality all its own,” Wearstler says of this project. “A palette of deep and turquoise blues, gold and ivory, in an array of materials and patterns, provides a sexy, subtle atmosphere. Eclectic seating areas feature 1950s and ’60s vintage furniture … including pieces from Carlo de Carli, Pierre Chapo and Dan Johnson.”
KW Furniture






“I work with artisans creating bespoke pieces for various projects,” Wearstler says. “Over the years, that process has been an incredible education in quality and craftsmanship. My furniture collection reflects this passion for impeccable hand-wrought detail and design. It’s the culmination of years of creativity and planning. The voice is modern transitional. It has a luxurious, handsome aesthetic that feels organic and calm.”


