Author: Susan Brierly Bush

Susan Brierly Bush, New Jersey Monthly’s style editor, lives to shop, decorate and entertain. Her background in retail fashion, home staging and photo styling gives her a keen eye for scouting what's fun and fabulous. Her Susan on Style blog tips off readers to bargain finds and stylish events in the Garden State. Plus, exclusive tastemaker interviews!

Trends We’re Loving: Scallops and Pastels

June 16, 2023

Embrace wavy designs and playful hues this season.

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Stone Harbor living room window boasts a waterfront view

Reimagining a Three-Generation Retreat in Stone Harbor

June 12, 2023

This family gave their 1980s-era home a fresh start.

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A camellia shrub adorns Van Vorst Park's new dog run

Jersey City’s Van Vorst Park Has Transformed Into an Urban Oasis

May 3, 2023

The 172-year-old park is a blossoming, community-centric destination—and America's newest arboretum.

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Two models don green and blue Sue Sartor dresses for Anthropologie

‘A Pinch-Me Moment’: Summit-Born Designer Brings Signature Dresses to Anthropologie

April 14, 2023

Sue Sartor is delighted that many styles of her unique flounce dress—in fresh, joyous prints—are selling out quickly.

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Meg Braff’s brass table lamp with a blue scalloped shade

Chic Pieces to Refresh Your Space This Spring

March 31, 2023

Play with fun patterns, wood furnishings and baby-blue hues.

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In This Dreamy Short Hills Home, Every Day Feels Like Vacation

A local designer infuses a young family's space with an easy, breezy style.

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The Three Fields estate in Morris County

Mansion in May 2023: Get Tickets Now to Tour This Stunning Showhouse

March 16, 2023

This event at Three Fields estate will benefit Morristown Medical Center.

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Life Imitates Art in This Treasure-Filled Maplewood Home

March 3, 2023

Jessica and Jeff Gurtman, the husband-and-wife team behind Essex Co. Vintage, prove you can have kids *and* collectibles.

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The family room of a Westfield couple's newly renovated home features kid-friendly upholstery

In Westfield, a Luxe But Highly Livable Home

February 15, 2023

A couple reimagines a family abode for the next generation.

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Red leather wallet with gold heart embellishment

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Treat Your Sweetheart (or Yourself!)

February 1, 2023

These glorious goodies and comfy cozies will combat the February doldrums.

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