Thursday, September 29, 2011

All Things Mucha

I love all things by Alphonse Mucha. So imagine my delight when I came across a fashion editorial inspired by some of his most famous prints. 

Model: Barbara Meier
Magazine: Plaza Watch Magazine
 


 

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

The Taste of Guinness






Daphne Guinness is an heiress of the Guinness family
She was named to the International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame in 1994. She is a model, philanthropist, and style icon known for rocking haute couture as an every-day look.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Shanghai Express (1932)






Caught Shanghai Express (1932) last night, and was captivated with the starring ladies, Marlene Dietrich and Anna May Wong.  Gorgeous! And the costumes are a must see!

Friday, September 23, 2011

Crazy Is as Crazy Does




Between the possibility of getting hit by a falling satellite and the post-car wash stabbing I witnessed this morning, along with all the other crazy sh*t that's happened this week, I've decided to just give in to the crazy. Put me in one of these and call it a day.

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Go Naked




Today, the city of West Hollywood was the first in the US to approve a ban on the sale of fur clothing. 
For or Against???

Friday, September 16, 2011

Thursday, September 15, 2011

I Heart Shiny Things

 Ruby & Diamond Necklace $200K-$300K
 
 Gold & Ivory necklace featuring ivory opera passes, circa 18th and 19th centuries $1,500-$2,000.
 
 "The Elizabeth Taylor Diamond"  33.19 carat $2,500,000-$3,500,000

"The Prince of Wales Brooch" $400,000 - $600,000

 Emerald & Gold Snake Bracelet Watch, Circa 1961 $12K-$15K

 "The Mike Todd Tiara," estimated at $60,000-$80,000
 
The Taj Mahal Diamond, Circa 1627-1628, Gold & Ruby chain by Cartier $300K-$500K

Amethyst & Diamond "Triphanes"  by Van Cleef & Arpels $70K-$100K

Just some of Elizabeth Taylors estate jewelry going up for auction at Christie's this month. What's your favorite piece? I'm going with the Taj Mahal Diamond Necklace :)... in my dreams.