New Celia Birtwell online Shop!

As far as I'm concerned this is the stuff dreams are made of - a Celia Birtwell online shop! I've loved these extraordinary prints for decades and this shop is so well put together and has such a fantastic range of her stuff! There's everything on here from clothes, to garden trowels, to wallpaper, to face compacts. Some of the patterns are her traditional 70's Boho-Chic classics and some of the more contemporary ones are more of a Paris-pretty vibe. There is even a vintage clothes store with original Ossie Clarke dresses that she produced the patterns for (very on trend at the moment!) There's a fantastic interview with Ms Birtwell, by Annie at the ever inspiring MyDeco blog today too!

 

 

Grayson Perry Scarf

How amazing is this silk scarf from former Turner Prize winner Grayson Perry? It is a reference to scarves that were distributed during the second world war to help escaped pilots find their way around alien territory, and is a "social and cultural map to help aspiring artists navigate the hostile territory on their way to being accepted by the establishment". Super Chic and available from the always brilliant Tate Online shop!

Williams British Handmade Luggage

Looking for a more exciting prospect in the luxe luggage market than the usual overpriced and unexciting monogrammed LVs? Your prayers have just been answered! Williams British Handmade are craftsmen of the highest order. All of their items are so beautifully made, but they also challenge the usual luggage design concept. I've totally fallen in love with the below pillar-box red suitcase - very British!

More Dash than Cash!

It's official - I love Peacocks. It's so barginously cheap, but the design is really rather good! Firstly you have the incredible Evie and Pearl Lowe ranges, and then there's the shoes! (I have one pair that I got in their sale two years ago for £6.00 and I still wear them all the time). We're all a bit skint at this time of the month, so I thought I'd post some of my favourite pieces form their current online collection, which seem to have a bit of a forties vibe about them! Total cost of all featured items £79.00!!!!!!!!!

Manolo Blahnik signing at Liberty - Today!

Yes indeedy. The man himself will be at Liberty of London this evening from 6-00 till 8-00 pm, and will be signing copies of his new book 'Manolo’s New Shoes', published by Thames & Hudson. Event takes place on the ground floor - enjoy!

Holly Fulton @ Browns

How utterly Metropolis-ArtDeco-Tastic are these incredible items by Holly Fulton at Browns. I've been an Art Deco obsessive since my early teens and anything like this makes me want to get the smelling salts out. Prices range from a very reasonable £120 for the Perspex earrings, to a somewhat scorchio £3,105.00 for the light-coloured dress (but the craftsmanship on these garments is absolutely incredible). Find out more about the intriguing Ms Fulton's amazing work here!

Noel Stewart Hats - New Season

OK, I know that spring/ summer is so far off right now, but these gorgeous bold hats from Noel Stewart have put a spring in my step this morning. They remind me of drinking Pimms, playing tennis, going to Ascot - - all the things I never really do in Summer I guess (but wish I had enough time to do!) Please do check out this website - it is exquisite!

Adorn London is one!

Adorn London is a jewellery treasure trove. It is essentially a showcase of new jewellery trends. Regular features include; glimpses at jewellery history "moments", interviews with up-and-coming and established jewellery makers and regular competitions and Q & A sessions. Started a year ago by industry insider Juliet Hutton-Squire, you will always be updated on when it's London jewellery week or if there are any new stores that are ones to watch out for. There is also a "shop" which is basically a links shopfront for stand out current pieces. Below are three of my favourites from Marni, Miss Selfridges and Biba - so all price bases covered. Go hunt them out!

Annoushka Jewellery

As much as I love Links of London jewellery, I don't love it half as much as I do Annoushka Jewellery, designed and created by Links founder Annoushka Ducas. Annoushka was launched in July last year, and is one of my favourite places to ogle at jewellery online. I'm particularly smittten with items in the "Gobstopper" range, which quite frankly, no self-respecting 60's cocktail-lounge princess should be without! Made from big shiny Amethyst, Rose Quartz and Aquamarine stones. Almost good enough to eat!

Manolo Blahnik at Liberty

I wasn't disappointed yesterday when I took a visit to Liberty of London and saw the fantastic Manolo Blahnik shop that they have created. The shoes are probably the most beautiful I have ever seen in my life, and I totally adore the scarves and cushions that have been specially created by Blahnik for Liberty - based on his own shoe designs. I was thinking how lovely it would be to frame the scarves and have them line up a hallway. Alternatively you could adorn yourself with them - a la Isadora Duncan (minus the open-top car of course), but this seems like a waste really as you wouldn't see them in their full magnificence!

SPIDER GIRL!

Catch admirers in your web with this beaded suede necklace from Antik Batik. Available at Net-a-Porter!

Crea-tiff Bijoux

Saw these fantastic art rings today at Crea-tiff Bijoux. The below pictured are from the Touché range of rings. These fantastic creations are by British-Swiss designer Tiffany Rowe. No surprise that she is both interested in Art and Science. I love the way these rings look like atoms or DNA make up! Other jewellery ranges are entitled "Electrons", "Capsule" and "Cluster". Reminds me also a bit of the Eames "Sputnik" lamps from the fifities - beautiful!

Guy Bourdin Polaroids

I've always been a huge fan of the photography of Guy Bourdin. His Vogue pictures were normally very sexually charged and surreal, populated by rather over made-up 80s ladies. They are bold, stylish and iconic, but witty and a bit picture postcard at times. Well that's what I thought until I came across some of his polaroid pictures on his website. Sometimes they are quite often only black and white and contrastingly dreamy and out of focus; although the strong sexual element is still there. Check out the below beautiful polaroids; they take your breath away!

HATS BY TANYA

How beautiful are these vintage style hats from NY award-winning Hats by Tanya?! The quality and style of these are incredible; they totally remind me of the Angelina Jolie character in "The Changeling" (her most stylish role yet in my opinion!) Below is a selection of the Hats by Tanya 2010 Fall/ Winter collection. The creator of these gorgeous hats also has a fab blog called RedPoppy Fashion & Style, which celebrates redhead style!! Something which Pargy is very grateful for!

Wool Snowflake

Greta

Stoned

MODCLOTH ACCESSORIES

Modcloth always do really great accessories. Yep you may have to get your stuff shipped from across the pond, but you can always order a few things at the same time to get your postage money's worth! I love the jewellery that they have in at the moment, especially the below fantastic "Meteorologist Necklace". Or how about the gorgeous "Always by Your Side Necklace" for doglovers - I think these would make great presents! I'm also really into bird jewellery at the moment, and the below little cameo is something a  bit different (if you get chance, also check out Alex Monroe's new Goldcrest necklace on his blog - amazing!) Last up, super cute French kitsch glasses case, an office must!

Susan Caplan Antique Jewellery

I found these beautiful items of jewellery on Matches fashion. They have been sourced with the exquisite taste of Susan Caplan - sourceress of vintage couture jewels. First up is a great modernist-style Givenchy necklace; a real show stopper! 2nd picture, classic Chanel double C Logo heart necklace. And for something really quirky and special, how about these amazing Chanel earrings!

Carianne Moore

Carianne Moore is a graduate of the London College of Fashion and creates the most exquisitely bold design-led accessories. The couture hats are to die for, and her lovely Art Noveau style clutches are something just that bit different to other high end accessories at the moment. Also, check out the wonderful chunky necklace below (with accompanying photo of a shoot from March's Vogue Magazine) - it's amazing; like something out of Starship Troopers!

Gizzy is the Shizzy - I heart Gremlins!

Oh yes indeedy! We all love Gremlins (especially Gizmo - big aaaaaaah), and I totally adore the new Giles Gremlin bags that have made an appearance on the catwalk recently. This bag is serious; it has got to be one of my favourite bags ever (pure genius) and when I can find a decent piccie of it (hopefully before it hits the shops) I will be posting it quicker than you can sing along to the Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs soundtrack! The below t-shirt is a great substitute tho, and at £15.99 probably a hell of a lot cheaper! From rather intriguing store Kids of the 80's

Beautiful Vincente Gracia Peacock Ring

...guess where from? Yep, Kabiri! I am going to pray very hard for this, or put it on my list for Santa, or hope I win the lottery. Anyways I want one and I'm going to gets me one!  This Masai influenced ring is made from distressed bronze, with finishing touches in 18k yellow gold. I think it's positively regal. Do check Kabiri out at the moment, their shop looks the best I've ever seen it, and they always support and encourage new talent, which is one of the things we care passionately about at Pargy!

Fred Butler headpiece for Kabiri

I wanted to share this beautiful headpiece that the amazing Fred Butler has been making. She posted it yesterday on her outstanding blog. It's been created  for the ever so bang-on-the-money Kabiri (who have the most incredible range of jewellery in the world ever, well apart from the ancient Byzantines, who I suppose you could say, were pretty good at jewellery making!)