Saint Balmain

There have have always been and will always be two factors in all things stylish and cool:
Rock & Roll and Paris.
They are the most significant factors in my own style and fashion preferences.  They have also had an affair and created a love child - Balmain.  Technically this love child was born back in 1945, however under the reigns of Christophe Decarnin from 2006 - 2011 Balmain was reborn as a Parisian rebel.  Jem et les Hologrammes all grown up.

Starting April 2011 Olivier Rousteing has been it's new head designer.  Previously the head of Women's design he's continuing the chic rebel look.  Deiu Merci!  Here is his Spring 2013:

Anya brings the sparkle

As the 5 weeks to Christmas countdown begins, even the biggest Grinches among us can't but get excited about sparkle, shimmer, and baubles.
And that is why I'd like you to meet Anya Hindmarch.  An accessories designer from London, brought to infamy for her "I'm not a Plastic Bag" tote she is among the designer goddesses of the UK. Anya is the example of the modern lady.  Her husband is her business partner.  She's a mum to five children.  Where work ends and home begins is a blur.  And everything she makes is totally desirable. 


Another example of how doing what you love is the best advice for both happiness and success.
Once you get your fancy holiday Anya Hindmarch bag - be sure to toast your bubbles this season to her and the happiness the sparkle she adds to your life brings.

Her new AW12 collection is sure to make your inner magpie blissfully happy.  

Amazing purple glitter number, yes please!

Balthasar Nevis

Perhaps the most magical of them all........

Valorie Bells in Glitter Fabric

To be tough and a lady

Trying to be tough and a lady can be challenging.  Luckily, there are other women who feel this way. 
One such lady is Jennifer Fisher creator and designer behind Jennifer Fisher Jewelry.  You've probably seen her designs on worn by your favorite celebrity moms or worn on your favorite t.v. shows.  Tough, timeless, and pretty, her pieces are perfect for the lady with an edge and who like to express themselves with unique pieces.  All items are customizable and if it fits, she'll print the message of your choice.  
Here are a few of my favorites....

Mini Gothic Letter

 

Key to My Heart

Large Tag

Oui, Oui, Fifi!

Style, children's book illustrations, and mystery are three things I like and REALLY like when they're combined.  Thank you Fifi Lapin! The stylish, illustrated, hare-ss to a bunny fortune, Fifi Lapin, is irresistibly cute in her of the moment fashion outfits.  Adding to her allure, the artist behind Fifi Lapin is Bansky-like and only does interviews as Fifi Lapin, the bunny.  An excellent example that you can maintain your inner child while completely loving catwalk couture.  If only my paper dolls were as stylish as Fifi Lapin.

Check the blog regularly for art, new product launches, and of course Fifi's pulse on the fashion world.

 "Fifty Days" big print Sold Out ;(