"Classic modern with an unexpected element like color, texture, or juxtaposition."

Key Facts:

• Originally from South Carolina
• Founder and owner of kwid (Kelly Wearstler Interior Design) in Los Angeles.
• Her clients have included Ben Stiller and the chairman of Universal Pictures,
• Corporate clients have include hotels and resorts around the U.S., Caribbean and Mexico; she got huge props for the redesign of the BG restaurant and lounge at Manhattan's Bergdorf Goodman. (A longer list of projects can be found her web site.)
• Lives in Beverly Hills; has two children.
  
• Also was in Playboy in 1994, was Playmate of the Month under the name of Kelly Gallagher.
  

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She is the author of several books, including Domicilium Decoratus and Modern Glamour (Regan Books / HarperCollins), and in 2007 will introduce a line of bedding, linens, and tableware to department stores and boutiques that reflect her personal style and aesthetic.

Kelly Wearstler Bio (from Bravo.com)
“Top Design” series judge Kelly Wearstler ranks among the design industry's most influential new tastemakers. Acclaimed for trendsetting designs, Kelly is the founder and principal of the award-winning Los Angeles-based firm Kelly Wearstler Interior Design.

As the lead creative eye and lifestyle muse for the boutique Viceroy resorts in Southern California, Miami, South Beach, Anguilla and Mexico's Riviera Maya, she has helped make the Viceroy name synonymous with polish, glamour and wit. In addition, she is leading the aesthetic vision for The Tides, a growing collection of vibrantly chic beach resorts in South Beach and the Caribbean.

Luxury design aficionados also recognize Kelly for her creative transformation of the BG restaurant and lounge at Manhattan's Bergdorf Goodman.