Dolce Gabbana AW13-14: Byzantine inspiration

I must confess it had been a while since I was overwhelmed by a fashion show. Dolce & Gabbana unveiled their Fall-Winter 2013-14 collection, part of the Milan Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013.

These photos are from backstage, you will find many more at their Facebook page.

 

What do you think of the collection? The Byzantine inspiration is obvious, this is amazing art we see here. The religious inspiration I would say looks more like an element of fashion, as the elements that are stressed are those of wealth and luxury, quite the opposite of what religion teaches. Well, I guess people in Byzantium were a lot more secular than we thought!

Love Unconquerable in Battle Necklace with Vintage Black Lace Ribbon

 Love Unconquerable in Battle Necklace with Black Lace

This necklace is a OOAK. It is done in a black metal frame, and there is no closure to the ribbon. You simply tie it around your neck -or have someone else tie it for you...

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

I know most of us don't actually believe in Valentine's Day, but I think you would agree that we all LOVE to be spoilt once in a while!

I created this necklace from vintage lace and Swarovski aurora borealis, combined with brass chain, and wanted to dedicate it to all of you reading this post! You deserve this and so much more! ♥

 

Happy Happy Day!!!!

Fashion Trend Report: Lace, Etsy Style

Lace is everywhere this season. In basic pieces of the wardrobe, in accessories, in jewelry, everywhere. The following are some of the best you can find on Etsy!

The Black Lace Leggings

Alice in Wonderland Inspired Lace Tights, by HarmonyWalker, $45

The Lace Tank Top

Sand Trap Vest Tank Top, by ixela, $86

The Black Lace Dress

Gala Lace Boho Dress, by AnomalCouture, $425

The Party Bag

Anais lime clutch bag, by EmmaGordonLondon, $70

The Shoes

Mesh see through sexy pumps, by lisazain, $47

The Everyday Earrings

Paper and Lace Earrings, by Amoronia, $10

The Everyday Bag

Soft French Lace Bag, by tortillagirl, $65

The Denim and Lace

Denim Necklace, by LoveandDream, $32

The Hand Warmers

Willow Leaf Warmer Cuffs, by hypericumfragile, $35

The Bridal Shrug

Off White Bridal Shrug, by callmemimi, $75

Impressed? I know...

Romantic Lace and Flowers Earrings

Before I present to you my new pair of earrings, I have to tell you one thing: Lace is all over the place this season. Read any magazine, and it's there. Lace dresses, shrugs, collars, tights, lace in shoes and, oh! -lace in earrings!

So, when L' Accent Nou came up with the theme 'Antarctica' for the EST challenge, I thought about all things white (like... snowflakes!) and then decided to dig up my drawer and make a pair of earrings using some of my vintage white cotton lace, which I had bought at a thrift store a few years back...



I also used transparent, 'ice' pink flower Czech glass beads and antique copper findings. I think they are one of the most graceful and loveliest pairs of earrings I have ever seen!