John Galliano 1997 for Christian Dior

I have just had an epiphany! I have about eight fashion pictures that I have loved FOREVER. Each time I have switched computer those images have been transfer as well. They are just some of my favorite outfits on the planet. The mixture of 20's and 50's fashion sense mixed with a Chinese and African accessories just steals my heart. Well in researching one of the pictures I just realised that they are all from the same designer, John Galliano, andpretty much from the same show. January 1997 Christian Dior. They all are all so different looking, it amazes me. I wish I had every one of them.

Steam Hair Do's

Amazing aristocratic steampunk hair!

Louise Black Accessories

One of my favorite designers on the planet would have to be none other that Louise Black. Her style is just so much fun. I dearly love the 1920's and '30s so here is a little homage to her accessories line. Her website is called dollflesh.com.

DIY- Steampunk Goggles

This is such a great tutorial I just had to re-post it for all to see. It is brought to you by Fenris-the-Red-Wolf over at his deviant art page. Under the tutorial are a number of links to picture of the goggles people have made. They look so good! Check them out when you get the chance. Note the goggles pictured below are from Gypsy's deviant art page. Simply Stunning!!!

Giving Gold for Iron

A huge influence on the things I make is my love of German ironwork jewelry ( can also be called Berlin or French ironwork jewelry). The story goes that in 1806, Napoleon stole iron molds from Germany to take back to France, and demanded that his jewelers start producing iron jewelry. The war had depleted the treasuries of France and of Germany. Both nations asked their wealthy to turn in their gold jewels for iron. Berlin iron was proudly worn by the upper classes as a sign of their patriotism. Later during the War of Liberation, to assist the struggling economy and to finance the uprising against Napoleon, the Prussian royal family urged women to donate their gold jewelry to the State. In return, the donors were given replacement jewelry made of iron, often bearing the inscription Gold gab ich für Eisen …"I gave gold for iron". Such a great story!!!

Mink’s Need Ruffles Too

With Summer just around the corner who doesn’t need a new accessory to spruce up that old decaying wardrobe. Today I found just what I was looking for in Slightly Curious’s shop on Etsy. These are the sweetest and most unique wrist cuffs I have EVER seen! I just love all her creations. Such a great shop!

Lex-A-Licious

A couple of months ago the most amazing photographer contacted me, Lex Machina. She wanted to use some of my accessories in an up coming shoot she had scheduled. After reviewing her work I jumped at the chance! Her vision is amazing, and I am stunned with the images she produced. The treatment she gave the photo, and the background is just breathtaking!