But just as Ms. de Taillac's jewelry is a fusion of tradition and modern simplicity, so is the store.

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Guest rooms scream modern simplicity, from the high leather-padded headboards perfect for breakfast in bed to lengthy chaises lounges ideal for catching up on emails while ogling the exceptional views from the panoramic windows.

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The result is a cassoulet that is both modern in its simplicity and true to the rich flavors of its 14th-century origins.

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There is a charming simplicity, a soothing, serene mix of country antiques and modern bits and pieces.

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The simplicity and flexibility of those old rules are all the more extraordinary when you consider how long the heavy modern rulebooks are today, especially if you think that sometimes less is more.

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