Raffia

Raffia and Pearl Starfish Earrings

 

Raffia is a natural fiber that comes from the leaves of the Raffia palm tree (Raphia farinifera). It is commonly used in crafts, fashion, and home decor due to its versatility and durability. Its use dates back to ancient times, where it was used for everything from making baskets to roofing houses.

Beyond the Sea

J.Crew Freshwater Pearl Coral Earrings

 

I think seashell inspired jewelry works so beautifully with your summer wardrobe.. Here are some great picks in coral earrings.

Favorite Chinoiserie Earrings

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I love earrings and you will never see me without earrings on (except at the beach where I have learned my lesson losing them). 

Champagne Earrings High/Low

Mignonne Gavigan Champagne Beaded Statement Drop Earrings

 

I am hosting a Champagne wine tasting and pairing and thought these Champagne earrings would be fabulous to wear.

Wicker Earrings & More

Wicker Earring Collection

 

I love wicker and raffia earrings for several reasons. First of all, I love all things wicker. Second, they are so summery. Lastly, they are very lightweight and super comfortable to wear. I have found some darling ones I think you'll love. And wait until you see the prices....

Under the Weather

Hidden Gem Earrings

 

I am fine, but crazy weather here - yesterday it looked like the tropical weather - either a tropical depression or a tropical storm or a hurricane was headed here to Sarasota. Now this morning the center has shifted west and it will most likely hit in the Big Bend area far north as an even stronger storm and likely a hurricane. Then perhaps headed to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Very unpredictable Florida weather this time of year - not for the faint of heart. It is a strange reality - the weather is gorgeous here almost every day of the year, but there are a few days that are stressful. A trade-off like most things in life.

Summer Style

Tie - Waist Halter Dress

 

Summertime, and the living is easy.... I have always loved summer clothes and am so delighted that I can wear them all year long here in Florida. I have not worn a coat or boots or the like a single time since the day I moved here almost 5 years ago!

Tassel Earrings

Burnished Gold Tassel Earrings

Every jewelry collection needs a pretty pair of tassel earrings. I love tassel earrings and have a collection in lots of colors. Oscar de la Renta made them a classic years ago - his sell for about $350. I have found some that are very similar and a steal - a great way to dress up a holiday outfit or a fun stocking stuffer.

Tassel Earrings

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I love beaded tassel earrings and I have several pairs of Oscar de la Renta ones shown above. They are beautiful but very expensive starting at around $350.

Pearls & Palms

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Pearls, palms, and raffia in pink and green! Talk about my style to a tee. Did you ever wonder where the phrase "to a tee" comes from? It of course means that something is perfect just the way it is.

Its origin is unknown but it has been around since the 1500s. The phrase "to a T" was used in a play by Francis Beaumont called The Woman Hater in 1607. But it was widely used before that. It is likely a shortened version of an Old English expression "to a tittle" and should really be spelled "to a T." 

A Bit of Bling

Sequin Earrings

 

A great way to jazz up an outfit for the holidays is with a pair of dressy statement earrings. One could even go from day to evening by just adding a dazzling pair of earrings.

Holiday Dressing Up

Holiday Dress

 

Whatever your plans may be for the upcoming holidays, here are some gorgeous choices that I love. Perfect for parties or for entertaining at home. Below is the back of this stunning green silk charmeuse dress. I love dresses that are low cut in back, not in front.

Chinoiserie Chic Accessories

Bimini Bamboo Bag

I love statement handbags and earrings and especially if they have Chinoiserie Chic style. I have found Chinoiserie Chic accessories that are seriously darling. All are on a 30% additional off End of Summer Sale (you will see the final price in your cart).  

Chinoiserie Chic Fashion

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I mentioned on my one year house anniversary post last week some upcoming changes on Chinoiserie Chic. Here is the first. 

I love fashion as much as I do interior design. Whenever I post on my closet, I get comments asking for more info on my wardrobe. So since I post seven days a week, I have decided there is room to add some fashion, beauty, and entertaining posts. CC will still be primarily interior design, but we are mixing it up a bit. I hope it will be fun for you and for me. Let me know if you enjoy it and let me know any topics you would like to see covered.

Chinoiserie Earrings

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After posting pictures of my closet, several followers asked about my earring collection. I wear a pair of statement earrings every day - a caftan/maxi dress, a pair of dramatic earrings, and a great pair of sandals and I am good to go. (Underwear is optional in the tropics - LOL).

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