step on a crack, break your goddamn bank account

Just finished watching the 12 pt. series of "Cracks" via youtube. I'm sure there was a much easier way to view this 2009 gem, however when I say I am "out of touch with most modern nuances" please believe me.
Anyway, "Cracks" is set in 1934 at an all girls BOARDING SCHOOL, set in some Moorish, (filmed in Ireland) dank, dark, wet place. The diving instructor, Miss G, basically manipulates, lies, enthralls and ruins the lives of her "team."
There's more, much, much more, but you really should watch it. Really.
Whilst the movie is tantalizing, scandalous and somewhat suspenseful, I found the best part was (ta dah) the costumes. Specifically the costumes and BEDROOM of Miss G (played by Eva Green.)
This has lead me to scout out ANY clothing reminiscent of the silhouette so beloved in the thirties.
Notes on a Scandal
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie









this is going to cost me, I just know it!

Eddy Sykes

THIS visits with our brother, Eddy Sykes.
Rad.

Pauline Trigere and more....

just added...
Pauline Trigere mohair wrap coat...LOVE IT!

Cinzia Rocca Alpaca Coat...so chic it kills me




African wedding Necklace....perfect for that special, unique bride.



take a gander at other new goodies.
Chi-Chi and the Greek

luxury

the cartier love bracelet commisioned by charles revson, circa; 1970.....fanfreakingtastic




giagantic alligator bag....serious glamour

mid century modern bangle...this sucker is brilliant..and a fork!



there's a whole more...HERE!

musings...

fabulous friday

i hate the phrase: "black friday."

Only in Paris

I stumbled upon this lovely, breathtaking florist shop in Paris via Gypsy Rose blog. Odorante is owned by Emmanuel Sammartino and Christophe Hervé. It's a visual feast for the eyes and from what i read the nose too. flowers are arranged by scent or color.
J'adore!

sweet smell

as an admitted perfume addict, i am currently down sizing my fragrance collection. with the cold front coming and going, michigan weather is so tempermental
i have narrowed it down to these...few...beauties:

excess

luxury!

i want luxury right now! silk, wool, fur, satin! gloss, gold, shiny!!!!
silk jumpsuits, gold babubles, opium perfume, brick red lips, a sweet Minaudiere!!!
I'm playing a lot of disco, burning incense, spraying cinnamon based fragrances and jumping in jumpsuits as of late.
divine!

pssst!

Sorry for such a delay, the store has been busy. And I do mean BUSY, lately. Quite often i am asked "Why are you here?" here being Waterford, Michigan. As opposed to say..New York or L.A. or Europe! Our store is that good. better than "that good" in fact. Being "here" is really not a choice. it's just right where we belong.
In any event, stop by, say hi...eat some chocolate try on some frocks. i promise you will have a gorgeous time.
This Friday and Saturday i'm doing a trunk show at; RED the Salon. October 22nd and 23rd. I did one a month or two ago and it was a huge amount of fun. The "RED" group is quite entertaining and very talented. Stop by! RED is: (248) 203-1313
470 N Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009


Als, local fashion mag: Styline, used some of our clothing in their October issue. We adore Styleline, possibly the best fashion rag in Michigan.
Heres some snaps, shot by Dan Lippitt. J'adore!

marjan malakpour

marjan....stylist.
love this video.
~~enjoy~~