Dorothy
Mae Parish (1910 – 1994), known as “Sister” Parish was an interior designer, as
well as Dorothy Draper’s cousin, however their decorating styles
differed. Sister filled her rooms with flowery chintzes and ornate
embroidery together with patchwork quilts and rag rugs. She is
credited with spreading the American country style during the 1960s, and was
the first interior designer brought in by Jackie Kennedy to decorate the White
House. Parish’s influence can still be seen in the Family Dining Room and
Yellow Oval Room in the White House.
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| Dorothy Mae "Sister" Parish |
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| Written by Susan B. Crater, Sister’s granddaughter, and Libby Cameron, Sister’s last protégé |
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| White House Yellow Oval Room |
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| Sister Parish Design accessories |
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| Sister Parish Design custom pillows |
