The Names Behind The Finds

  • GRAY BENKO HOME COLLECTION

    Gray Benko Home brings its signature world of fearless color, layered pattern, and collected living to Braderie South this year, offering guests the opportunity to shop and experience the beloved design brand behind some of today’s most recognizable interiors. Founded by Gray Benko and creative partner Chelcie Eastman, Gray Benko Home has become known for its joyful approach to design, where florals meet stripes, antiques mix effortlessly with modern pieces, and homes are created to feel deeply personal, expressive, and lived in.

  • Display of various jewelry necklaces and earrings on black velvet stands, arranged on a red box.

    WINDSOR HOUSE ANTIQUES

    Sylvia Rowell is the discerning eye behind Windsor House Antiques, a Charleston-based dealer specializing in antique and estate jewelry. Her offerings often include Victorian lockets, Art Deco rings, and Edwardian brooches, each selected for its historical significance and craftsmanship. Attendees can expect to find heirloom-quality jewelry that not only complements their style but also connects them to the rich tapestry of history.

  • Close-up of a vintage black and gold painted wooden table leg with ornate leaf designs, on a patterned oriental rug.

    APROPOS ANTIQUES

    Since 1981, Apropos Antiques has delighted collectors and design enthusiasts with a thoughtfully curated selection of European and continental treasures from their Henrico, Virginia showroom. Their ever-evolving collection—ranging from antique French porcelain and English furniture to vintage lighting and estate jewelry—reflects a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and design heritage. Each piece transforms any space into a storybook of style.

  • Vintage furniture and artwork in an antique shop, including two upholstered chairs, a decorative fountain, and framed pictures on the wall.

    BEAUCHAMP ARTS & ANTIQUES

    With a celebrated eye for refinement and authenticity, Beauchamp Arts & Antiques brings a distinguished collection of 18th- to 20th-century American and English furniture, fine art, and decorative accessories from their base in Pennsylvania. Their thoughtfully curated offerings blend timeless craftsmanship with artistic integrity, with each piece telling its own story of beauty and provenance. At Braderie, guests will find selections that speak to collectors, designers, and anyone drawn to heirloom quality and enduring elegance.

  • Display of blue and white porcelain dishes and vases on a dark wooden sideboard with lamps on each side and decorative wall art behind.

    DANIELLA ORTIZ DESIGN

    Every Daniella Ortiz bag is defined by buttery-soft leather, exceptional hardware, stunning color variety, and meticulous details like convertible chains and unique silhouettes for quality and show-stopping style. More than just accessories, each handbag is designed to be a true gem you won't see "coming and going on others." From sophisticated totes to perfect crossbodies and vibrant pops of color, the collection blends functionality with elegance for every setting.

  • Decorative table holding a black lampshade on a gold base, large decorative ceramic jars with floral patterns, plate with six compartments, and framed artwork on the wall. Mirrors and decorative wall plates are also visible in the background.

    EMILIA’S BEAUTIFUL THINGS

    From the markets of Belgium and France to the showrooms of the American South, Emilia’s Beautiful Things offers a refined collection of antiques and vintage finds hand-selected for charm, craftsmanship, and character. Emilia sources directly from Europe, seeking the unusual—from French copper and trench art to antique furniture and decorative objects rich in history. Her pieces reflect a deep love of timeless design, old-world patina, and the thrill of discovery.

  • HAND & SOUL DECOR

    Founded with an eye for the soulful, the storied, and the beautifully lived-in, Hand & Soul Decor curates a collection that feels both timeless and deeply personal. Blending antique charm with layered interiors and one-of-a-kind decorative finds, their work celebrates the art of creating a home that is gathered thoughtfully over time rather than simply decorated. Guests of Braderie South can expect an inviting mix of European-inspired pieces, heirloom accents, collected curiosities, and effortlessly elegant styling that feels equally at home in a historic coastal cottage or a refined Southern estate. Their approach perfectly embodies the spirit of Braderie, interiors with character, warmth, and soul.

  • MARK CARSON ENGLISH

    Mark Carson English creates expressive contemporary works filled with movement, texture, and emotion—paintings that feel at once deeply personal and boldly alive. Known for his richly layered use of palette knife and brushwork, Mark’s pieces blend abstraction with memory, capturing fleeting moments, shifting light, architectural impressions, and the energy of the world around him with remarkable depth and feeling.Mark Carson English creates expressive contemporary works filled with movement, texture, and emotion—paintings that feel at once deeply personal and boldly alive. Known for his richly layered use of palette knife and brushwork, Mark’s pieces blend abstraction with memory, capturing fleeting moments, shifting light, architectural impressions, and the energy of the world around him with remarkable depth and feeling.

  • A still life painting of oranges on a plate, a sliced orange, and a cut lemon, with green leaves and a striped cloth in the background.

    LORI BETTS

    Lori Betts Ltd is a boutique textile design company specializing in handcrafted American-made linens that blend artistry with function, founded by artist and designer Lori Sturgess. Each piece, from napkins to table runners, is adorned with Lori’s original botanical watercolor artwork, signed and numbered for heirloom quality. Inspired by nature and sold primarily through private shows and festivals, the collection is now expanding to retailers and a new design studio in Wytheville.

  • Two vintage armchairs with blue upholstery and wooden arms, each with a leopard print and an orange pillow. A large abstract painting of a nude figure hangs between the chairs, with colorful geometric paintings on the wall behind. A decorative vase sits on a small table between the chairs, with various ornaments and a white textured box on the glass coffee table in the foreground.

    LEONARD’S RESALE

    From maritime instruments and antique clocks to art glass, silver, vintage aviation collectibles, and conversation-starting curiosities, Leonard’s Resale offers a wonderfully eclectic collection curated by longtime dealer Chuck Coffin. With an eye for the unusual and the beautifully nostalgic, Chuck’s booth is filled with pieces that spark memory, storytelling, and discovery—each thoughtfully gathered from years spent in the world of antiques and resale.

  • Elegant table setting with white china plates featuring black monogram initials, silver cutlery with ornate handles, and silver goblets and candleholders arranged on a dark table.

    RENAISSANCE COLLECTION

    I respect the craftsmanship of vintage and antique jewelry, so I carefully redesign hand-selected pins and brooches as centerpieces for one-of-a-kind cultured pearl bracelets and necklaces. Each piece preserves its unique history while breathing fresh life into it, offering clients a sense of simple dignity and lasting stability. My jewelry reminds us to savor the past, enjoy the present, and look forward to the future.

  • A colorful flower arrangement in a wooden bowl on a rustic wooden table outdoors, with a blurred green forest background.

    STERLING TREASURES

    For decades, this beloved husband-and-wife team from Camden has traveled the antique trail with an eye for the timeless and the beautifully made. Their thoughtfully layered collection is filled with the kinds of treasures that transform a home quietly and gracefully—sterling silver serving pieces, crystal decanters, framed artwork, porcelain accents, brass candlesticks, entertaining pieces, antique lighting, and one-of-a-kind decorative finds gathered over years of experience and discovery.