1980's Artisan Silver Cuff

Before you get too excited I have to warn you that I've already sold this piece. I showed it in my case for only one week, then took it out deciding I should hold onto it. A customer that saw it in that week came back for it and I ended up selling it to her. It is a really spectacular piece that is heavy and sits on about 6" of your forearm. Although it is unsigned I am sure this was created by an important artisan jeweler. The new owner is a very lucky girl.

Salvatore Ferragamo Logo Belt

This Ferragamo belt has a high polished black leather and omega logo buckle. A little bit preppy which can be fun as spring rolls around.

Caron Bellodgia

Another vintage fragrace- this one is Caron's Bellodgia. It is wrapped up in logo paper and has never been opened. I have no idea what the bottle inside looks like but am dying to find out. The fragrance Bellodgia was inspired by the town of Bellagio, which rests on the shores of Lake Como. It was originally launched in 1927.

Chunky Wood Bead Necklace

The black wood beads on this necklace look like building blocks we would have played with as children. They are tied onto a simple black cord with knots between each one. It is chunky and playful but I love the graphic effect of it's all black coloring. It was probably homemade.

Faberge Tigress Dusting Powder

I posted another Faberge powder a few months ago in the Woodhue scent.

Miss Dior Eau de Cologne

This package stands out to me as something a collector of designer ephemera would love. Nearly full bottle of Miss Dior Eau de Cologne in houndstooth packaging, complete with box and atomizer. Smells amazing too!

Lanvin Arpege Dusting Powder

Lanvin Arpege Talc

I found a bunch of vintage designer dusting and body powders and also some perfume. I'll post photos today and tomorrow.

This one is marked on the bottom "Arpege Talc." I'm not sure how it is different from the Arpege dusting powder I'm going to post next since they have almost identical packaging. They're fun as a pair on your vanity. Also they are both unopened.

Lucite Earring Collection

As many of you know, I love love love Lucite. I love it colored and I love it clear. I love it faceted or smooth and rounded. Mostly I love it thick. I found these earrings (and some others) today after a tip from my boyfriend. They've already been placed in my case at Wertz Brothers and are priced at $65 per pair.

Fun Furnishings

One of the things that has kept me so busy this past month is that I finally got a booth at Wertz Brothers. I've had the jewelry case since last April and with a booth you can build a much bigger presentation. It allows for bigger objects but requires much more attention, which I'm now learning. I'm still getting the details down but these are two of my favorite pieces from the booth. The wall chandelier up top is just incredible. I have $850 on it but it could easily be $3000 in the right place. The "trunk" is carved to resemble a tree and the bulbs are covered by crystals. It's a little bit Liberace, and that doesn't scare me. The second photos is of two very old Chinoiserie night stands. They are laquered red with hand painted gold vignettes. These are priced at $1150.

A Month of Finds

The past month has been a bit hectic for me and I haven't had much time for photographing or describing for the blog. I still haven't had much time but I've managed to take some photos of my case at Wertz Brothers to show you some of my new finds (and some old friends are present as well). Hopefully next week I'll have a chance to show off some new stuff with better images.



A lot of older pieces here including the Nina boots, lion necklace, Dior cufflinks, antique doctor's bag. Some new chains and the lucite fishbowl necklace.


The sailor necklace and Bottega bag have been seen. The red plastic chain is new, as are the vintage Calvin Klein blue suede heels.
More new stuff in here.. top shelf has a 1940's reversible Paris souvenier bracelet, carnelian necklace, Nina Ricci earrings, Moschino earrings, a lambskin purse (very Chanel), and a woven straw convertible clutch. Second shelf has a Balmain quilted bag, Gucci keyring, baby calfskin clutch and some other pieces you've seen already. Don't mind the 15% off sign- Wertz is having their twice yearly sale right now.

You've seen the Nina booties and the Carlos Falchi bag. On the left is a set of vintage printed YSL hankies in the box, on the right is a Diane Von Furstenberg straw beach mat (rolled up in printed canvas) and some 80's plastic chain necklaces.