Chain Reaction

The other day I posted a photo of Sandra Bullock bedecked in her multi-chain & pearl necklace, and have been hunting down a similar one for myself. Well, thanks to all of your suggestions, I found one!

Unique jewelry designer Cyndee of TeTelesTai takes reclaimed vintage jewelry (yes, vintage), semi-precious stones, gemstones, retro and costume jewelry elements and makes one-of-a-kind, up-to-date pieces with them. I was thrilled to find her Etsy shop.

awaiting my new necklace (above)

This outrageous piece is made with repurposed vintage chains and freshwater pearls. Now I realize this may a hard look to pull off, but I'm gonna try! Perhaps with all black I'm thinking...sadly it won't look the same as it does on Ms. Bullock!

To see more of Cyndee's unique creations, visit her Etsy shop here.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

photo credits: TeTelesTai

Your Opinion...When is Too Much Enough?

Leah at Revival Home recently did an interesting blog post about mass production. It touched a nerve in me and sparked a little debate on Facebook.

We're supposed to be going "green" right? That means recycling and other ways to save the environment.

{reproduction clock}

So my question is, why are the masses gobbling up items that are mass-produced? Don't get me wrong, there are wonderful "new" items out there that I myself purchase and covet. This society thrives off of consumerism.

But if more people consumed less, wouldn't we truly be going green?

{reproduced European globes}

{reproduction map}

{reproduction French wooden chandelier}

When I received the latest catalog from Restoration Hardware my eyes nearly popped out of my head. Big companies are knocking off every look that decorators and antique dealers have made hip and trendy. This includes Pottery Barn, Ballard Designs, Z Gallerie, the list goes on. They find a look and quickly have it manufactured in China. Hmm...not liking that.

And in many cases the reproduction pieces cost significantly more than the vintage pieces. Are people really buying the knock-0ffs? Guess so.

{reproduction dress form}

{reproduction hourglasses}

So tell me, what do you think of mass consumerism?

What about the knock-offs of vintage/antiques being made in China?

Where do you think the antiques/vintage business is headed?

Are we really going green?

photo credits; 1. Tim Walker. 2-7, Restoration Hardware

New Arrivals at Paris Hotel Boutique!

Fall is in the air. With brisk mornings, cooler days, and leaves changing colors, Paris Hotel Boutique offers you our latest finds to capture the mood of this beautiful Autumn season.

Several unique items have been added to the website since last month's mailing. All are being showcased today for the first time! Highlights include:

Antique Medicine Ball

Assorted Vintage Mirrors

Ornate Antique Apothecary Scale

Early French Jeweled Watch Stand

Waldorf Astoria Hotel Silver

Unique 19th Century French Drawers

Reverse Glass Doctor's Sign and much more!

Please click here to see our latest additions...

HAPPY AUTUMN!

Heads Up!

Happy Monday everyone!

Just a 'heads up' to let you that new arrivals are going to be unveiled at Paris Hotel Boutique tomorrow morning! Stay tuned!

Wanted.

Now if this isn't a statement necklace, what is? Of course the lovely Sandra Bullock looks beautiful in just about anything.

Wonder where I could find one of these chunky numbers at about 1/3 the thickness? Not too dainty though. And would like to do it in one shot -- not have to think too hard to layer different pieces. If you know where to find one, holler!

In Remembrance...

May we never forget the heroes,
and honor the precious lives that were lost...

Inspiring Images...COLOR!

As we head into the Fall season, we experience such beauty as the Autumn leaves turning their amazing colors.

I thought I'd share some lovely images I've recently come across that scream "color infusion" as we get ready for our upcoming season. And, they're not all your typical Autumn hues...

lanterns ~ Mike Richards via The Deco Detective

artichokes ~ inimini

Simi, Greece ~ Steven Ford

yellow leaves ~ Mark Boucher

We Hold the Future ~ Irena S.

pile of leaves ~ Kimberly Hurst

rooster ~ Rafer

Butchart Garden Stairway ~ Visualist Images

regal peacock ~ via adorable life

colors of Amalfi ~ via Design Crush

argyle legs & leaves ~ fountaincoke

Wishing you all a fabulous weekend!!

first photo: daffodil