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The Fitzgerald Suite at The Plaza

The Fitzgerald Suite at The Plaza was designed to honour F. Scott Fitzgerald, and celebrate the release of Baz Luhrmann’s highly anticipated big-screen adaptation of The Great Gatsby.

“Designed by Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winning costume designer, production designer and co-producer of Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming feature “The Great Gatsby,” the suite has been transformed into a dramatic art deco space that channels the dynamism of the Jazz Age using authentic, period-inspired pieces that reflect the luxury and style of the upper class during the time period, which captivated Fitzgerald and drew him to The Plaza, ultimately inspiring their inclusion in his works.”

“The Fitzgerald Suite at The Plaza is a suite that F. Scott Fitzgerald and his character Jay Gatsby would be at home in – a dramatic deco space that evokes the danger, the sexiness, the glamour and a certain nostalgia for the hedonistic days of the 1920s, while still encapsulating all the comforts expected at The Plaza.” – Catherine Martin

Every detail of the suite relates to Fitzgerald’s life and his time at The Plaza, as well as Baz Luhrmann’s film. The bedspread and towels are custom embroidered with the Jay Gatsby and Daisy-inspired monogram, which are his initials outlined by a daisy flower, seen frequently throughout the film.

The Writers Nook

The bathrooms are outfitted with RH fixtures and Pharmacy Vanities

The bookshelves are filled with the author’s complete works and books that inspired the filmmakers throughout production, as well as classic RH accessories that include: vintage-inspired Trophy Urns modeled on a sporting prize from the 1920s, cast-iron Brooklyn Bridge bookends and timeless 1920s French Glass Cloches.

Custom Tiffany & Co. playing cards.

The bespoke front door mimics the grillwork in the film’s logo.

A focal point in the writers nook is RH’s Mayfair Steamer Desk which draws inspiration from antique steamer trunks, calling to mind the luggage once used by rail or ocean voyagers.

Throughout the suite, rugs from Catherine Martin Home Deco Collection for Designer Rugs adorn the floors.

Channeling art deco style, dome ceilings surrounded by an antique mirror showcase RH’s 1920s Odeon Glass Fringe Chandeliers

Via facebook.com/ThePlazaHotel

Chanel Pre Spring 2014

Chanel Pre Spring 2014 8

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Dior’s Ad Campaign “Secret Garden”

Secret Garden

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Archives: Photo Shoot in Front of The Plaza Hotel

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Vintage ad for sunglasses taken in the 1960's in front of The Plaza Hotel Via facebook

Louis Vuitton Chic On the Bridge

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