Black Patent Leather

Tory Burch Black Patent Leather Continental Wallet

The other day I realized how silly it is to still be carrying a zillion credit cards for stores that don't even exist here. So I stripped my wallet down to the essentials and am left with a Continental style wallet that is way too large now. It is a discontinued black patent leather Tory Burch that I love shown above. BTW, Tory Burch is having their Semi-Annual Sale with an additional 25% off sale items, so I will see what I can find.

The Red Dress

Poppy Red Blythe Dress

You can't beat a great red dress for the holidays. A classic choice that is always in style.

Tartan Accessories

Scarlet Rhinestone Pointed Toe Loafers in Solstice Plaid

 

Tartan is such a classic choice for winter and the holidays. These are really pretty choices. (And they are all 40% of this weekend). I would wear these loafers above with slacks and a cashmere sweater. Many of these picks are great for gift giving.

Chic Halloween Accessories

Spider and Skull Statement Necklace

 

I am invited to a Halloween cocktail party and I have found the perfect accessory to wear. This necklace will make quite the statement.

Ladylike Trend for Fall - Leopard Calf Hair

Frances Valentine Leopard Printed Calf Hair Ballet Flats

 

One of my favorite ways to accessorize the "ladylike" look that is so on point this fall is with leopard accessories in calf hair. My very first Kate Spade handbag about 25 years ago was a leopard calf hair bag and it is still one of my favorites. And it is stuffed with the original tissue paper and dust bag! It is lined in red wool - so chic.

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I have the matching slingback pumps too. I have rounded up some wonderful leopard calf hair accessories at many price points. The key to wearing leopard and looking like The Swans as opposed to sleazy is wearing one piece of leopard and I personally prefer accessories.

Tortoiseshell for Fall

Tortoise Catena Neclace

With its stunning color palette of blacks and browns, nothing is a prettier choice for fall jewelry and accessories than tortoiseshell. I have curated some favorites that are a great way to accessorize your autumn wardrobe.

Great Sample Sale Today

Tuckernuck Sample Sale

One of my favorite online stores Tuckernuck has their always very popular Sample Sale starting today with all sale styles 50 - 80% off. 

Frances Valentine Warehouse Accessories Sale

Henry Tote in Stonegate Plaid Wool

Frances Valentine is having its first ever warehouse accessories sale with prices starting at $25.00. There are huge reductions in handbags, shoes, and hats.

Florida Inspired Jewelry Collection

Lisi Lerch Florida Friends Collection

I am a big fan of Lisi Lerch's jewelry and accessories. She has a wonderful collection of Florida inspired pieces and has a flash sale right now with 40% off.

Wearing Wicker

J.McLaughlin x Rebecca de Ravenel Rattan Bangles

We all love wicker and rattan in our homes. So why not add some to your summer wardrobe? These bangles above are a just released collaboration between J.McLaughlin and Rebecca de Ravenel.

"Rattan and wicker are our love languages, so our collaboration with in-the-know female-founded brand Rebecca de Ravenel was a no brainer. The ultimate statement piece and made in Portugal, stack all of our bracelets for all your aperitivo hours and Amagansett luncheons."

Pearls

Pearl Ball Earrings

 

I have always loved pearl jewelry. Nowadays, I particularly enjoy statement costume pearl jewelry that instantly dresses up anything you are wearing. Here are some great options in jewelry and accessories.

Wicker & Chinoiserie

Amanda Lindroth

 

Wicker is not just having "a moment" - it is hotter than hot in interior design with absolutely no signs of slowing down. And it combines so incredibly well with chinoiserie. Here are my top unique wicker pieces that I absolutely love. Some are indeed chinoiserie wicker!

The Blue & White Chinoiserie Kitchen

Mark Sikes

If you love a blue and white kitchen, some well chosen accessories are a great way to get the look with no renovation required. Here is some wonderful kitchen inspiration followed by my top picks.

My Closet

Happy Mother's Day! As you may recall, two weeks ago I was inspired to organize and stage my closet. I was delayed in posting because I wanted everything on black velvet hangers from Costco and I underestimated and ran out. I just go every couple of weeks nowadays for obvious reasons. I organized everything by color to make things easier to find.

I also organized all of my accessories in the Container Store drawer unit and my collection of vintage hats on the shelves. I created a gallery wall leaning the art on the shelf. It's all very girly and fun and very me.

Chinoiserie Chic Accessorizing

Elephant Parade Dish

C. Wonder is a great source for fun and affordable accessories for your home. Here are some of my favorites with Chinoiserie Chic style.

Round Zebra Box

Gold Chevron Round Box

Stacked Animals Round Box

Gingko Lattice Trinket Tray

Safari Trinket Tray

Animal Parade Glass Tray

Elephant Medallion Lacquer Tray

Elephant Medallion Dish

Mirrored Zebras Dish

Monkey Rectangular Plate

Giraffe Rectangular Plate

Camel Rectangular Plate

Chain Stitch Zebra Pillow Cover

Gold Leopard Coasters

Gold Animal Parade Glassware

Safari Animal Bottle Stopper

Gold Leopard Appetizer Plates

Zebra Stampede Cocktail Napkins

Property of a Lady

I am delighted to welcome Property of a Lady as a new sponsor of Chinoiserie Chic, offering a stunning collection of vintage adornments for the body and the home. The exquisite online gallery offers hand selected pieces including 20th century estate and costume jewelry from Lanvin, Chanel, Dior, Joseff of Hollywood, Miriam Haskell and Vrba. Pieces for the home include Chinoiserie, Italian, French, and American pieces spanning over 200 years.

For over ten years, Property of a Lady has also been providing a full range of concierge services to global customers including personal shopping, styling, interior design, and event planning.

I have featured here some of my favorites from the current offerings including my new passion for Chinoiserie jewelry. You can of course always find the link to Property of a Lady in my sidebar.