{fashion inspiration: gold flower cluster necklace}

. . . the sometimes chilly evenings are inspiring rather festive thoughts -- sequins and stardust and this wonderfully exquisite cluster of golden blossoms, as perfect for a 12:30pm working lunch {clam chowder, floral notebooks & fountain pens}, as for 7:30pm reservations with oysters to start and a dashing dinner companion . . .

{p.s.} also reminds me of: dancing until dawn

{rosa necklace by citrine by the stones}

{at the shops: kora | nairobi, kenya}

. . . fair-trade, eco-chic and utterly gorgeous, the kora jewelry range was created by amy walker & maxandra short three years ago, after working for a non-profit group in rwanda; made of recycled materials such as discarded cow bones and horns, brass and aluminum from old pots and automobiles, the range is made by local artisans from nairobi, kenya -- there are necklaces and charm bracelets as well, but have quite fallen for the cuffs and bangles . . .

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shown, above: diamond brass cuffs, handmade from recycled brass // horn lily cuff, handmade ankole cow horn bangle bracelet wrapped in recyled brass, handmade in kenya and ghana & available in white bone

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{p.s.} previous at the shops:
* gildem, california
* gemma redux, new york
* morning calm, south korea
* loom, australia
* florence & florence, uk
* lady grey, new york
* ralph lauren, paris
* neology by mina, brooklyn
* always glamorous gold

{two lovely things: bits of gold}

. . . two lovely things : the autumn weight of classic herringbone, beautifully set off by the seeming weightlessness of always glamorous gold, and perfectly polished in taupe, paired with delicate and elegant bands of gold . . .

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r e c e n t t w o l o v e l y t h i n g s
* ponytails & polka dots
* lace & leopard print
* denim & tulle
* ruggedly refined
* green & white
* open shelves & elegant black
* a paris apartment & hermès
* perfectly mismatched
* a place for everything

{images: martha stewart living october 2011 via bright bazaar // 14 k gf hexagon ring by gabriela artigas, in yellow or rose gold, available here, originally seen at fieldguided}

{favourite five: fashion designer tory burch}

above: tory burch's manhattan home, designed by architect & interior designer daniel romualdez, who also decorated the new flagship store


e d i t o r ' s n o t e : h e l l o f r o m r o s é l i n e

. . . as you know, a few weeks ago in the early morning light of late summer, stopped in for coffee & mimosas at the opening of tory burch's new flagship boutique on 797 madison avenue in new york, for a glimpse of the beautiful interiors spanning across five floors of a 19th century townhouse . . .



. . . and while browsing the new collection and in between a glass of champagne for me, and a freshly brewed coffee from a gilded service for laily, had the chance to catch up with tory and ask her a few questions . . .


from the fall 2011 collection

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. . . and so, without further ado, this week's favourite five . . .

à bientôt & hope you're having a wonderful week so far, roséline xo

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[click after the jump to read laily's interview with tory burch]

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{style inspiration: soft leather totes}

. . . the summer linen totes and wicker carrying cases have been all but stowed away for the season, and in their place, rich textures and soft leather -- like this wonderfully warm leather tote, perfect for bouquets from the flower markets, a half dozen custard tarts, a pair of glittery shoes, or anything else that the heart desires . . .


{la tropezienne leather tote by clare vivier in tan, available at bodie and fou}

{at the shops: gildem, california}

. . . there would seem to be no shortage of lovely leather accessories on etsy -- first, the paris-perfect handstitched luggage tags by harlex, and now, beautiful leather keychains & storage totes by gildem modern housewares, a perfect mix of clean lines, white & natural leathers, and simple elegance . . .

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{p.s.} previous at the shops:
* always glamorous gold
* gemma redux, new york
* morning calm, south korea
* loom, australia
* florence & florence, uk
* lady grey, new york
* ralph lauren, paris
* neology by mina, brooklyn


{images: gildem on etsy via 79 ideas}

{style inspiration: perfectly ladylike}

. . . isn't this the loveliest handbag? adore its retro shape and perfect mix of brass & leather . . .

{yvonne yvonne gigi purse spotted on rdujour}

{at the shops: neology by mina, brooklyn, ny}

. . . have fallen in love with these ultra-stylish and ever-so-thin gold & silver handmade rings and the beautiful way they stack and twist . . .

{p.s.} previous at the shops:
* mrs. press, australia
* rothschild & bickers, uk
* billy bride, australia
* satomi kawakita, new york

images: neology by mina on etsy via hip hip gin gin}

{before sunrise & hello}

. . . and while we're on the topic of cases to pack, currently writing to you from an airport lounge, moments before boarding a plane that will jetting off to paris & lyon, but first, a quick hello, and by the time you read this message, shall be well off and away . . . and while the next days are yet unplanned, hope to have a few moments here and there to to share a few lovely things . . .

hope you're well & having a wonderful week so far, and à bientôt,
roséline xo


{images: one // two}

{style inspiration: glitter ankle boots + how to}

. . . nearly always prefer tall leather boots or a pair of heels to ankle boots, that is, of course, unless the ankle boots in question were suede and sprinkled in shimmery, glittery gold dust, which changes everything . . .

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{p.s.} the pair [above] is from barneys, but if you're in a creative mood with a extra little time on your hands, you could create your own:




[instructions after the jump] x

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{shoes, shoes, shoes}

. . . aside from this staircase featured over two years & a lifetime ago, quite certain there is nothing quite as fun as maison martin margiela's mirror heels . . .

{p.s.} previously:
valentino | mugnai | chanel | lanvin
louboutin | sergio rossi | bruno frisoni | magic in the air

{images: project no.8 via creature comforts's black & dashes of sparkle}

{at the office: a python laptop case}

. . . and after searching the internets for a glamorous ipad case, my macbook air still travels around in an old foley & corinna black soft glazed leather jet set tote -- perhaps, time to pick up something new and this python laptop case [in chocolate], may be just the thing, matched, of course, with a pair of snakeskin studded valentino's . . .




{linn python laptop case via su-shi; snakeskin studded valentino's via park & cube}

{new york 1: 797 madison avenue}

. . . last week's very quick trip to nyc was filled with lunch dates and shows, events and soirées, and with a million photographs and so much to tell you, perhaps best to break things up into a few posts so as not to overwhelm . . . first stop was very early last monday morning: mimosas to celebrate the opening of the new flagship tory burch boutique on 797 madison avenue . . .



. . . and there were beautiful brass staircases against rich hardwood floors, floral wallpaper and patterned carpets . . .



. . . and after many emails, skype chats, and nearly a year of her writing for {this is glamorous}, it was wonderful to finally meet laily, in person, and on snow leopard patterned floor coverings . . .

{p.s.} so much more after the jump xo


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{colour inspiration: shades of denim}

. . . hello, again! it's lovely to see you -- currently writing from a cosy seat in front of the fire, in a spectacular lodge of warm, time-worn wood, elegant floor coverings and tartan sofas, and our beautiful two-day stay here has come to a close on this blustery, sunny friday, and after spending yesterday afternoon sipping champagne in a stunning handcrafted mahogany boat [a hacker craft, for those who know their boats] in a favourite pair of wide-legged jeans and trench, was reminded of how nautical inspiration moves perfectly from hazy summer mornings to crisp autumn days . . .

{p.s.} regular posting shall resume next week & there is so much to tell you! x





shown, clockwise from top: miu miu $1,595 | prada $995 | z spoke zac posen handbags $450 | rebecca taylor $295


{images: that kind of woman; nina rindt, wife of formula one lotus-ford team racer jochen rindt, keeping time in a pit stop at the silverstone circuit during the british grand prix, 1969 via blog do ico & tomboy style; that kind of woman; that kind of woman; sasha pivovarova by tbc for the reserved fall winter 11/12 campaign via a dustjacket attic; photography by aaron dyer for nylon magazine, scans via things i love}

{work of art: briar wood bracelets lined in silver}

. . . and while on the topic of perfect juxtapositions, these briar root bracelets lined in silver, by chicago-based metalsmith, gillion carrara, combine natural and industrial elements, and are so stunning, they are works of art . . .

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a l i t t l e m o r e a b o u t t h e d e s i g n e r

carrara's work explores the relationship between materials, design and function, often appropriating materials that evoke specific responses based on cultural and psychological associations: bone, horn, shell, antler, and various woods and briar root, combined with precious metals: silver, bronze and gold; materials are selected from as far away as tuscany, africa, south america and india, as well as the western and midwestern united states


{image: gillion carrara via n'east style}

{style inspiration: knotted belts}

. . . this morning's walk with the dog was already quite blustery, calling for a belted cardigan, a favourite combination at this time of year, and especially if the belt is beautifully and artfully knotted, as these from rilleau . . .

created out of necessity during the second world war, when metal production [along with petrol and sugar] was diverted to the war effort, causing the unavailability of metal buckles, [normally made of brass, nickel and iron or steel], these knotted belts also have no rivets or stitches, and each is cut freehand, without a pattern, and hand finished -- wouldn't they be lovely against pale pink cashmere?


{images: rilleau leather via n'est style; shown from top, the tapered belt & the knotted belt}