This week has been immensely wonderful and very busy. I've also received news that the headquarters of my work may be moving later this year ... so partial excitement has been going through my veins with anticipation as well as slight hesitation. All of this energy triggered me to rummage through my things, particularly costume and jewellery boxes—that sudden feeling came of needing to dress-up, taking small captures of favourite pieces and items that I have not worn in a long time.
A costume jewel and feather mask that I molded/designed years ago.
In some cultures jewellery is displayed as a status ranking or security, others are influenced by lifestyle, religion, and geographical locations for impressions of significance amongst countless alternative elements. It's interesting to me that decades ago, and even centuries ago many women who wore jewellery were more likely to have received it as a gift.

Today, we acquire beautiful pieces that we love freely, we're able to don any type independently. We can have fun with varied pieces, integrate them into our daily styling, and create a personal new meaning despite the appearance. Less might be more at times or more just may be the less that you're seeking. Jewellery: A perfect addition or finishing touch to our clothing.
Do you have a favourite piece of jewellery or accessory whether fine pieces, costume, shells, leather or plastic, etc., that you really cherish?
The Fun Begins:
Remember this vintage necklace? Well, I did wear it with a dress, but here's me just having mobile fun with a favourite piece from the archives.


Enjoy the weekend lovelies!
Further interests: Indian jewellery, African jewellery,
I LOVE the hat for dress up! Every once and awhile I have got to do some playing as well...
ReplyDeletePlaying around with fashion is always fun! Loving your oriental-zebra box with chop sticks! lol
ReplyDeleteMadison, you look gorgeous! My favorite look is with the feathered mask and of course how can one not like the chopsticks : ) You look like a movie star from the 20s. Stunning!
ReplyDeleteYou have done a great job describing how jewelry is perceived in various cultures. Jewelry adorns a woman and hence holds special significance specific to that culture. In India it is a sign of wealth and property. Women buy gold and keep it for generations as an investment. It is passed on from one generation to another. And the way gold prices are going these days, I must say these women were smart haha!
I LOVE the mask you made! It's gorgeous!!
ReplyDeletei need me a zebra print noodle box too :) im a massie sushi fanas well - cant get enough :)
ReplyDeleteyou're so creative. I like how you improvise and refashion to add pizzaz to your outfits. You have a unique sense of style. Like your blog, following you. Thanks for dropping by my blog.
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Oh Ambu, you are way too sweet, my dear! Thank you very much! Actually my initial angle was about Indian jewellery, how bazaar. It was a bit longer than I had thought so I opted out for a fun post instead. Indeed those women were clever.
ReplyDeleteIt is so fascinating to me (about), the significance with jewellery and different cultures.
Thank you Alexis! Yes, I felt that play-time took alot of stress from the long work week.*fun times! :)
ReplyDeleteI agree Lauren it was quite fun. This unique Asian inspired "take-out" box was gifted to me from my mother, she always seem to find the most interesting fashion related things to give me.
ReplyDeleteit's so cool that you have such a fun collection - i always keep my jewelry pretty simple so nothing too fun!
ReplyDeleteYou are such an artist. I love it all.
ReplyDeleteYou look soooooooo stunning!!!
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pretty! this looks like such fun! <3
ReplyDeleteXO Sahra
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I'm new to jewelry but see its appeal and have started collecting pieces. I now have enough to need a real jewelry box! It's very cool that you have your own chopsticks. :)
ReplyDeletei love the zebra box and chopsticks!! cute photos!
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These pieces are so pretty!!! I'm excited that you shared these with the blogosphere. I can see why you value them so much.
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Ohhhh I want the zebra box!!! Love the poof you turned into a hat, Mad...so creative and fuuuuuun. You can rock that with white tee and jeans and call it a day.
ReplyDeleteI looooove jewelry so much that I keep a spare set of earrings in my purse for emergency, lol. Seriously. I do that. But what I love most is that it's not a place where I feel needs to "go" with your outfit. Everyday I wear pieces from my mama, my dad and my aunt (my other mama) and everyday I only have to look at my wrists to find a smile.
LOVE YOU MAD! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Mongs for the nice words. I do like a bit of pizazz! -xxoo :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! I love collecting jewellery. Welcome to my blog, so great that you stopped by, have a lovely weekend. *the chopsticks are my favourite, lol. :)
ReplyDeleteaww, my dear Sacramento thanks very much! I cannot get away from art, even if I tried to... it's in my blood!
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Thanks Faye, I'm such a sushi fanatic as well. I know, I wish I could find more of these artsy noodle boxes - *gifted from the mother. -xx
ReplyDeleteThank you dear! Have a great weekend. ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you dear! I have a few more gems up my sleeve.. will share later. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Sahra! xxoo
ReplyDeleteYeah, I love the mix of jewellery pieces, from elaborate to the simplest of items. Thanks for your comment. :)
ReplyDeletei love the printed box! i need some for company and Chinese food!
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I love personal chopsticks! Some are so decretive and it makes eating with them so much more fun! I would definitely consider it an accessory :)
ReplyDeleteDefinitely love jewelry. I think it's the perfect heirloom and can hold so many memories. And it's the ultimate accessory. Really like that vintage necklace you're wearing and I actually do have customised chopsticks too!
ReplyDeleteMadison, I love your vintage necklace and the hat and
ReplyDeleteyou look stunning in the black and white photos!
Wow, you've got so many elaborate and beautiful pieces!
ReplyDeletexoxo ~ Courtney
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I love you multi-strand necklace. It is simply gorgeous. My favorite piece of jewelry is my Michael Kors watch. It is my most recent splurge item, so I wear it all the time. I so agree with you about the impact of jewelry. It's the easiest way to update your wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteoh! so much fun!
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the chopstick is so cool!
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Great pieces. I love that mask in the first photo.
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I miss your blog and your DIY tips...I always wanted to try something new but I am so caught with work my love...I hope you are absolutely doing great. And those chopsticks are very stylish, I remember buying cool chopsticks in Bangkok and with that zebra printed box OMG!!!! fazion!!!!
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what an unique hair piece! you rawwk it girl! lovely blog also ^^
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what a fabulous idea to wear it as a hat! it looks like a hat, no idea this is a side piece. you look amazing with a hat, it is always the finishing touch
ReplyDeletethe mask is great for dress up! i went to a masquerade recently and wore a peacock mask!
ReplyDeletei love how you changed a dress into a hat. it's pretty awesome and looks like it was always a hat!
ReplyDeleteI love that you included your chopsticks. LOL! I'm a big believer that jewelry can make an outfit. You just need an amazing necklace over a white t-shirt and jeans or a stack of bangles with a simple black dress. I tend to buy cheap jewelry on the street in NYC or at places like H&M, but my favorite pieces are the ones I've "borrowed" from my mother's and grandmother's jewelry boxes.
ReplyDeleteThank you Beny! Welcome to my blog. I do love this handmade headpiece as well. have a great weekend. -xo
ReplyDeleteThank you dear! it was fun to play around with the jewellery that I have, even more fun with the zebra noodle box! *I totally have done the emergency earrings thing as well, haha! glad I'm not alone.
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Thanks! I agree, it probably should be considered an accessory! -xx
ReplyDeleteHi Anna! Isn't it fab? I love this zebra noodle box. That would be so chic for a work event. :) Thanks for visiting FASHION TALES.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I love customised chopsticks... such intricate detail. :)
ReplyDeleteaww, thank you Ofelia. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Courtney,
ReplyDeleteThis is just a small dose.. I'm wanted to crawl before I ran with the jewellery collection. lol Thanks!
Your Kors watch sounds amazing, I've seen some of his latest, all very nice. Thank you very much Karen. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! -xo
ReplyDeleteThanks Daphne, This mask has so many memories, especially the work that went into it, glad that you like it as well. -xo
ReplyDeleteMother's and grandmother's items are always the best I feel, lol. Thanks for taking a peek into my collection. -xxoo
ReplyDeleteOooh I love masquerade themes. (& peacock feathers) I've only been to a few but love the idea of dressing up in such a dramatic way. Thanks! :)
ReplyDeleteYou and me - sushi, sparkly things, masks, hats - same page! xx
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I'm so glad that you were able to view this post. The chopsticks are always fun to eat with. have a great day! -xo
ReplyDeleteYour post was amazing! Loved it and I love jewelry! Happy Sunday xx
ReplyDeleteI miss you too dear, I'm so happy that you are back. I've also been slightly delayed in my blogging because of work. I have so many ideas for my blog, but will have to wait a bit until everything gets less busy. I will have more DIY for you soon! Thanks so much for the lovely comment!
ReplyDeleteMuch love,
Madison-xxoo
Thanks Cheryl. Yes, I love hats so much that I'm always trying to turn something into a hat, lol.
ReplyDeleteNice hat :DD So different!
ReplyDeleteJonna xx
Thanks dear! Hey did you get my twitter message I set you. let me know. -xx Happy Sunday!
ReplyDeleteOh I LOVE sushi! sparkly is always a fun element. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jonna, it's a favourite! :)
ReplyDeleteGah! Accessories are my kryptonite. I can't possibly pick just one piece of jewelry from my collection. Those chopsticks are awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks dear! Hope that you enjoyed your weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you lady! yes, these chopsticks are one of many that I just love! hope you had an amazing 4th holiday.
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