A Beloved Muse.

Zhu-zhu (my 4-yr old Pug) was snoozing on my pillow as usual, I can't help but to cuddle up for her company and conveniently noticed how darling she is. I recently purchased two pairs of vintage Chanel earrings; a pair of gold logo loop made in 94 and a pair of rare green gripoix glass logo made in 95, and I just found my new muse to model them off. Simply lovable ~



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New Arrival from Reverie Antiques

After last week's delirious antiques hunting in Brimfield, MA., I was lucky to acquire some of the show's best! As seen above, a painted Swedish oval dining table with elegant carvings on the frieze supported by fluted tapering legs; a pair of square Swedish Gustavian end tables, the pierced carving on these little tables is phenomenal...



A pair of painted Swedish Rococo style bedside cabinets (displayed behind the dining table)...



A Swedish Rococo center table (as shown on the left of the picture), with scalloped frieze and intricately carved cabriole legs.
Displayed with the dining table are set of 4 French Directoire style side chairs, all in original Robin's Egg blue paint; Also a pair of French Fauteuils a la Reine in original gilt upholstered in burlap linen, decorated as armchairs on each side of the dining table.

All items are available through Reverie Antiques & Decor, contact me for pricing.

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Socks Fetish

Anyone who knows me understands that I am so not a socks person. I enjoy being bare or wear the least amount of coverage on my feet, and that doesn't matter if it's during the cold winter season. I also cannot stand people who wear socks to sleep; I believe part of the ZEN theory indicates the importance of setting your body free to breath the positive chi.

Nonetheless, I am a fashion guru. When it comes to the seasonal passion for fashion, I reckon the necessity to break some rules. After watching the sophisticated SJP in Sex and The City, I immediately fall in love with the socks trend. I mean, the over-the-knee-socks stylization is no longer limited among high school girls, it can quite evidently transform you into a downtown-chic sex symbol. But again, we are talking about SJP, that woman has a sharp sense of style anywhere anytime.



So how about over on the other side of the ocean? Take tokyo, for example, years ago the Ganguro girls could wear just about anything and make it a gossipy fashion style; now they seem to go "normal" with the looks, but certainly isn't understated. Ankle socks are HUGE in Japan this fall, perfecting a sweet, doll-up French look. I like the lacey ankle socks with some hard-core Christian Louboutin soles.



And on the runway after-all! Keep in mind that if you want to rock the socks look to make you seem like a fashion-savvy pro instead of an accessory amateur, choosing the right shoes is essential. If you are petitie, try over-the-knee socks because they tend to elongate your legs; if you like ankle socks, go for the heels or better yet, open-toe booties.





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China Street Fashion

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When we are gossiping the next fashion trend in U.S., China has shown nothing but advanced individualism.

Best things come in two!

How important is symmetry as a design element? OFC we all know that depends on the client's taste, but I often wonder, just doesn't it make the room flow much more coherently and harmoniously? Being a neat-freak myself, I feel as if symmetry can create a strong visual satisfaction; everything in pairs or even numbers, matching aesthetic, color duality, re-emphasizes the room's focal point.

Like this one below decorated by one of my favorite designers, Kelly Wearstler, the matching bookcases & lamps, subtle play of accessories & shade, suddenly the Louis XV style ebonized writing table & the gold-leafed mirror have never looked better.



People also say that those who adores symmetry are usually detail-oriented and anal in general. Maybe, but symmetry does take a lot of detailed work to complete an almost-flawless appearance. Like this one below, the mirrors look perfect on that wall flanking a center storage cabinet.



Symmetry isn't boring either, well unless if you make it to be. The trick is to accessorize cleverly. Here an eye-opening vibrant contemporary painting makes the seemingly dull interior as lively as it can be, the turquoise lamps are placed against the neutral furniture which can look tiresome alone.

Not-so-typical shopping day!

Surviving through the hot steamy summer, I just couldn't waste a day of gorgeous weather. Saturday, 75 degree, sunny and breezy, dialed the number to my buddy Diane, officially making it a girls' date!

After an hour long traffic we finally got to the outlet mall in Clinton, CT. I love this place because it has exclusive stores offering great deals, absolutely splendid environment to shop. So after a 5 hour shop-till-you-drop syndrome, we pretty much raided every store for the best they got. BCBG, Banana Republic, Michael Kors, Juicy Couture, & of course, Coach.

Finally we decided that we need to get hungry lol. We drove to New Haven and stopped in this restaurant called Kudeta, an Asian Fusion place that makes absolutely delicious sushi and Thai calamari (Good choice homie!). The atmosphere is phenomenal, long silk drapes hang from the ceiling, dining tables surrounded by vintage Chinese chairs, beautiful neon lights and glowing stars on the wall. Here Diane shows off her artsy side taking a great photo of us. Will post more of her photos later!




XOXO,

Bettie

Beloved Hippie-ism.

Just received the August catalog from Free People and I just can't love it more. The beautiful spreads feature a typical yet refreshing bohemian style for fall, full of feminine touches.



Lace, velvet, ruffles, pastel color, preppy plaids, intricate knits, bold details, and accessories like semi-precious stones and fringed scarves. My favorite? The ruffle-hem dark plaid maxi skirt. If you have a petite frame wear it as a tube dress and a boyfriend sweater over it.



Ready to break the bank girls? Don't forget to check out Jeffrey Campbell's fall collection, gotta always love Jeffrey. (If you don't own a pair of JC Brit boots from last season better get right on it, they will look great with everything. This year though, is all about clog-revival)

Aussie Frenzie!

Koolaburra, a brand came outta no where (at least to me), has just made my early fall must-have list. UGGs now to me is an option. Well why wouldn't it, simply take a look at these one-of-a-kind creations, it doesn't take half a brain to figure out why they are so irresistible. Knowing the famous Aussie sheepskin can be made into edgy, bohemian, tough-chic, gladiator, and styles you wouldn't even expect, is a comfort. Not really ditching UGGs though, for I am a long-time fan, after a while you lose your excitement because let's face it, everyone wears them.

Ok now the price point you ask? Well they certainly ain't cheap for which they, I believe, deserve the price they are asking for. Expect to pay $150 - $800 per pair depends on the style.




For more info, check out http://www.koolaburra.com.

Tolix what?????????

Tolix chairs, originally French, was first introduced in 1938 by Xavier Pauchard, now the famous simple-form metal chair is being reproduced and seen in many design projects. As an antiques dealer, I would love to own a set of the original chairs by The Tolix Company, but I must say I am very intrigued by the reproduced version full of candy colors. Here are some of my favorite looks.