GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAFY

We first saw the new "Philosophy in the Bedroom" collection from Fraulein Kink about a month ago, and we simply can't keep it under wraps any longer, so here it is!  Coming to Faire Frou Frou in just a handful of weeks (crossing fingers it's here before Valentine's Day!), German accessories label Fraulein Kink will make its debut in its first luxury lingerie boutique in the U.S.  We are proud to be that store! 
With the latest range you will see the familiar Fraulein Kink use of fringe and bondage-chic accessories.  Our favorite is the brand-new Miss Kitten Mask which is a fringe eye-mask with darling cat ears...meow!  We also love those white furry handcuffs...they come with either a gold-plate or silver chain attachment; we're doing both styles! 
We are pretty excited to see the customer response to these pieces.  We are also pretty excited to set-up our Valentine's Day display with Fraulein Kink...they will go wonderfully with our latest Lascivious new arrivals! 

. . . and while on the topic of perfect juxtapositions, these briar root bracelets lined in silver, by chicago-based metalsmith, gillion carrara, combine natural and industrial elements, and are so stunning, they are works of art . . .

a l i t t l e m o r e a b o u t t h e d e s i g n e r

carrara's work explores the relationship between materials, design and function, often appropriating materials that evoke specific responses based on cultural and psychological associations: bone, horn, shell, antler, and various woods and briar root, combined with precious metals: silver, bronze and gold; materials are selected from as far away as tuscany, africa, south america and india, as well as the western and midwestern united states


{image: gillion carrara via n'east style}

. . . admittedly, it has seen more play than work, for in barely three weeks' time, already, over six hundred novels, two rather tense, late-night games of scrabble, many favourite apps {especially flipboard}, a few masterpieces {created with a stylus and drawing apps}, and issues of martha stewart living . . . all that's left is to get back to work, but first, the perfect carrying case . . .

1. ted baker {via coco & kelley} | 2. smythson | 3. burberry | 4. j.j. boyles | 5. yves saint laurent | 6. violet may london | 7. j.j. boyles | 8. aspinal of london {via a previous post} | 9. chanel 800-550-0005 | 10. bill amberg | 11. smythson | 12. capulet london | 13. capulet london | 14. yves saint laurent | 15. louis vuitton 866-vuitton | 16. yves saint laurent | 17. salvatore ferragamo 800-628-8916 | 18. yves saint laurent {via a previous post} | 19. valentino | 20. michael kors




& above: double strap leather from j.j. boyles {also 4 & 7} & white cabriolet from dooney & bourke

{p.s.} still looking for a keyboard & considering: one | two | three


{top image: photography by roséline for this is glamorous; thanks to reader arianna for the dooney & bourke link}

May never consider painting the walls a bright orange, but have lately been inexplicably drawn to its sheer vibrancy, at home and in fashion -- perhaps it's the coming change in seasons or the creativity the colour is thought to bring . . . or it may just be the promise of the beautiful things that arrive in those lovely orange boxes . . .

Hermès orange and a framed 1950s fashion photograph are the perfect compliment to a Louis XVI gilt console

French chic: orange leather shoulder bag with gold chain strap

{images: 1 - hermès box, this is glamorous; 2 - home of windsor smith, house beautiful september 2009 via decorology; 3 - a.p.c. shoulder bag via refinery29}

. . . a fun little bicycle necklace

* also a tennis necklace, perfect for Wimbledon

{via refinery29}

Today's give-away is a beautiful handmade purple agate bangle from MAYA & RUHI artisan jewelry!

Contemporary and cool, this cuff bracelet is a lovely juxtaposition of clean, modern lines and the natural, random banding of smokey-hued agate.

To enter, {click here} to visit the etsy shop, then leave a comment below.

{bonne chance!/good luck!}

* winner will be randomly selected after Monday, June 8, 2009; if you do not have a blog or contact e-mail on your blog, please include it with your comment for notification

Who knew layers & layers of fashion/costume jewelry could be such fun? And even more so with a mix of real & faux pieces for everyday -- paired with a white tank for a sultry summer afternoon, or with black for a cool, sexy summer night . . .

{images: marie-claire, photography by andrew durham; via twitter}

Handmade, eco-friendly & ultra-stylish: can hardly believe that this beautiful handbag used to be a leather jacket . . .

{murre bag by ashley watson via the candystore collective}

Today's give-away is a lovely, lovely cluster necklace* from Chicago-based JessLC's brand new Astor St. Collection!

A departure from their classic, everyday pieces, the new collection features fun, bright statement pieces that are perfect for summer.

To enter, {click here} to visit the JessLC website or {here} to view the new collection, then leave a comment below.

*choice of five colours: coral {shown}, fuchsia, marble, white or black, in sterling silver or 14kt gold fill chain

{bonne chance!/good luck!}

* random selection on Tuesday, May 12, 2009; if you do not have a blog or contact e-mail on your blog, please include it with your comment for notification

Flipping through British Vogue and came across this pretty, pretty handbag covered in little leather petals from Reiss, perfect for this bright and sunny morning . . .

It's a new week and what better way to start than with a beautiful pair of tiny, delicate lower case alphabet earrings?

Make a pretty, personal statement with your initials, your sweetheart's, or anything you like -- the possibilities are endless. The entire alphabet is available, including a sweet, tiny heart; choose sterling silver or 14k gold, in any combination of letters.

These earrings are also available at Catbird, a Brooklyn-based shop specializing in jewelry, mostly from local and independent designers.

To enter, {click here} to visit the Catbird shop, or {here} to visit the blog, then leave a comment below.

{bonne chance!/good luck!}

* a winner will be randomly selected on Monday, March 30, 2009; if you do not have a blog or contact e-mail on your blog, please include it in the comments for notification

Recently came across these unbelieveably lovely, shimmery cocoa glass pearls by Miriam Haskell . . .

Completely excited to announce this week's give-away: a Hayden-Harnett Havana shoulder bag!

The Havana hobo is New York-based Hayden-Harnett's best-selling style, and was updated from the original launch collection with a new dual pocket front and now holds more of your stylish necessities than before. The Havana is available in rich brown buttery soft leather with fold-over double-flaps. {strap drop 7-11"}

To enter, visit the Hayden-Harnett website to see what's new, then leave a comment below along with your name and e-mail address.

{bonne chance / good luck!}

{Special thanks to Hayden-Harnett, who are regular readers, for contacting me and making this fantastically stylish give-away possible.}

{entries will be accepted until midnight, Sunday, November 30, 2008}

Have been a longtime fan of Melissa Joy Manning's work and am delighted to welcome the studio as a new {this is glamorous} sponsor.

{pictured: white diamond stud earrings-18 karat gold}

{see also:}
> m.j.m.
> champagne kisses

Pretty, pretty sliver satin clutch from Emma Gordon.

{Georgia Silver Lime from Autumn/Winter 08/09 Collection}

{see also:}
> violet may london

via Creature Comforts

Currently wearing a stack of four rings -- a peridot and a citrine, both from Paris, and an opal and a diamond, both from an ex-boyfriend . . . Seems the trend is catching on, with Iosselliani's fun collection of pre-stacked rings in different and beautiful combinations.

{Also like their selection of ultra-cool mixed chain necklaces.}

Came across some lovely, pretty things {first row} at the new Melissa Loves blog via Creature Comforts.
> left: Champagne Kisses by BloomStudios
> right: Aqualicious by BloomStudios

{image: samples of Joe Cariati's new Spring 2008 Collection}

Swank Lighting, that wonderful treasure trove of Murano art glass lamps, has collaborated with Los Angeles glass artist Joe Cariati to debut a new line of American hand-blown lamps created using a specialized Venetian glassblowing technique that makes each piece one-of-a-kind. The first phase of the line will include 4 Joe Cariati designs inspired by his favourite vintage pieces at Swank Lighting and will be available in 5 vibrant shades. The new line will be available by summer's end.

{click here for more information and for a sneak peek of the new line}

Adore the White Daffodil Italian leather laptop bag by Violet May in London-- fresh and modern, and extremely well-made, work will {almost} feel like play . . .