Meet Life’s Utterly Chic Ice Bucket Du ‘Jour

by Melinda
Designer Tom Dixon is known for his uber cool take on everyday decor pieces, and an ice bucket is no different. Made of mouth-blown glass in two different color tones, the detail lies in the etched hand-cut surface rings. One part of the Plum Collection, its colorful playfulness is modern and elegant at the same time. Made […]
Categories: COLLECTIONS, Cool Find Of The Day, HOME • Tags: Glass, Ice Bucket, Metal, Tom Dixon
by Melinda
I’m a bun girl. Chic, always neat and so easy for being on the run. But when I want to hair my hair down, I enjoy accessories that add value to my appearance. Standard tortoise shell hair clips are not my style, and probably never will be, for they are way too generic. Inspired by french barrette clips, Japanese stylist Yuya Takahashi draws his inspiration from working on high-profile runway shows worldwide, and has created a collection of hair clips, Barrett’s, and elastics, adding a touch of nature to elevate the typical hair accessory with an unexpected hit of hardware. I’m loving the rustic attitude, and his ability to think outside the box. Length: 2.5″ / 6.5cm. Made in the USA with French materials.
Categories: WOMEN • Tags: Barrette, Metal, Yuya Takahashi
by Melinda
Serge Rosenzweig furniture shabby chic metal chairs. An homage to a flea market find. I spend time scouring through the rubble to find the beauty for you. This blossom flower chair is that beauty. Always on the hunt for that stand out piece, this is it! It is more of an ornamental chair as opposed to a sitting chair. Use it as a display stand for plants or other indoor favorites Re-imagine the ide of a modern open display case if you will. Or maybe to stack your favorite books. Perhaps paint it a great color or leave it as is. As a sun porch chair, or an inside ornament, use cushion seating to feel more comfortable if you derriere needs a seat. The design really is wonderful, and the quality is superb. Designer Serge Rosenzweig created a chair so utterly unique and cute. The simple fluid lines make it a stand out piece. Aluminum, iron. Seat: 16″H. 35″H, 16″W, 16″D.
Categories: FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD • Tags: Chair, Flower, Metal, Minimal, Rustic, Serge Rosenzweig, Shabby Chic
by Melinda
Magical lighting effect Tord Boontje garland light shade. Have you seen a light show, that made the walls dance, and allowed a certain mood to take place? Well you can have it in your home too. Fantastic, unique, sexy chic lighting with the Tord Boontje Garland shade in Brass. It sets a romantic playful mood, and mesmerizes the walls with the silhouette of the delicately etched floral patterns. Simple to install, the lamp is made from a continuous metal strand that is wrapped around a light bulb. With a way too easy clip, the garland secures to the base of a bulb and may be shaped into practically any form. Intertwine multiple Garlands to create larger shades. If a bushier garland shape is desired, it is recommended to order 2. Elegant minimal chic. Love, love, love! Gold.
Categories: HOUSEHOLD • Tags: Garland, Gold, Light, Metal, Tord Boontje
by Melinda
Unique necklaces Adia Kibur hammered metal collar. Bringing all different types of jewelry into your collection, makes it varied and diverse. This wonderful hammered metal ringed necklace brings an ancient edge to this Roman inspired piece. In addition it works well when it is reversed, as it’s lined design is in contrast to the hammered design of the front. The necklace has enough weight to it that it doesn’t look inexpensive, but is not heavy enough to be uncomfortable. Designer Nadia Lee founded her company in Taiwan, which allowed Lee to pioneer a system of jewelry design based on guitar strings. With each piece hand-crafted from unique materials, Adia Kibur jewelry provides a sense of timeless luxury. Length: 26″ / 66cm. Lobster-claw clasp.
Categories: WOMEN • Tags: Adia Kibur, Hammered, Metal, Nadia Lee, Necklace
by Melinda
Butterfly monarch unique rustic wooden coffee table. Coffee tables are like refrigerators – you only need one. And a lot of thought goes into picking the RIGHT coffee table. As one should. This is the area where you will casually entertain, casually kick back watching your favorite shows or movies, and casually will receive A LOT of compliments. It’s because it’s unique. The curving, distressed metal butterfly legs effortlessly sweep underneath. The size of the table is generous enough to be able to sit around it and play board games comfortably or set out a nice hors d’oeuvres spread while still leaving room for miscellaneous curios. To preserve the rawness of the reclaimed wood, it is not coated or sealed, as it is intended to be admired in the raw. It is stained however, and colors are true to the picture. A simple weekend task of coating it if you desire, is easy with varnish picked up at your local hardware store. As each table is handmade and one of a kind, they will vary in slightly in size. Wood, metal. 19″H, 56″W, 30″D
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Categories: FURNITURE • Tags: Butterfly, Furniture, Metal, Monarch, Wood
by Melinda
Silver chainmail clutch bag by Laura B has that shimmer, that dazzle, that special sparkle that has been alluring since the flapper era of the roaring 1920’s and 30’s. In fact it has always been in vogue dating back to before the middle ages. Can you say body armor? Yes you can! This silver chainmail clutch bag with its elegance and craftsmanship turns the smallest glimmer of light into something that much brighter. It’s the one metallic that is always chicer in either silver or gold. Luckily you get a bit of both as it features a gold tone stripe detail front and a gold tone metal rope chain strap. Each Laura B bag is made to order and assembled in Paris. Metal. H 15cm L 11cm
Categories: WOMEN • Tags: Bag, Clutch, English, Metal, Paris
by Melinda
I know you. Your different. You take chances, make bold risks, and like a standard kitchen item to be not boring at all. Modern playfulness is designed by taking a trash can and making it a stand out. The colors of yellow and black work so well to make a bold statement with personality and dynamism. It’s utterly chic, and is fit to be placed where your heart fancy’s. The European Chic Trash influence is that of part fire hydrant, part English post box, part Regal. Most of all it seeks to belong to spaces that are functional, personal, and fun. 19.89″H x 14.24″D. Don’t let the metal fool you, it’s not hard-headed!
Categories: HOUSEHOLD • Tags: Chic, European, Kitchen, Metal, Trash Can, Yellow
by Melinda
If it’s good enough for Michelle Obama it’s good enough for you. Interpretations of antique armored European jewelry help shape this hand crafted silver jewel. The granulated polka dots on front with a flap closure at the back, make you feel secure, bold, confidant and strong, just like the first lady in the making that you are. Anndra Neen is made up of sisters Annette & Phoebe Stephens, whose backgrounds are seeped in diversity and the arts. 6.25″W x 5″H x 2″D. Yes YOU can!
Categories: WOMEN • Tags: Anndra Neen, Clutch, Metal, Sisters