An accessory to wear on the wrist like a Parisian? By bike, by subway, at the office or in the evening, on heels or sneakers? 1000 times YES !!!
And if to start the week, you discover the complicit locker room of this design pink piece of jewelry in very limited series made in Paris?
So follow my gaze. Or why not discover this fashion review with a curious eye, without bias. And then, I hope you find a little of yourself!
Ciel, my bracelet, Ooops! But why?
The Ooops bracelet has a few trumps: an ultra-feminine pink color, a brilliant vinyl leather, all adorned with a blue silver buckle straight out of the 70’s. You follow me ? This winter, the trends are blue, denim, seventies style … and pink! And I forgot the leather!
A look that I particularly like. Arghhh, this French style is unstoppable! Mr. Dior, Maria Grazia Chiuri, I love you.
And for a cozy casual atmosphere? Here is THE coat that I adore among all.
As for the slim jeans from Tory Burch, I dream of it! And this bracelet, a treat like a sunset. But here I grant you: I am not partial.
Why not finish with a pop-folk inspiration?Indeed, full of beautiful colors to wear for this autumn! And the pink begonia will be a luminous accomplice to brighten our first shivers for sure …
Coat and boots HERMES – Coat, skirt and shoes PRADA – Pink leather bracelet by BUTTONS PARADISE
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BUTTONS PARADISE cuff bracelets to be found in our e-shop or go to the workshop-showroom 198, Boulevard Saint-Germain, Paris 7 (access window side, without code, by 15 rue Saint Guillaume)
Art, painting, surrealism, cinema and even some everyday objects inspire creators of luxury clothes and accessories. On the podiums of weekend fashions and in boutiques, fashion geniuses display their magical and surreal accessories, hats and handbags. Discover these diverted fashion accessories, pure products of their imagination and the diversion of objects that they manage to sublimate. Admire the creative madness of Jean-Paul Gaultier, Stephen Jones for Dior, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel or the superb creations straight out of the Buttons Paradise workshops!
Hats and objects diverted: very high pitched haute couture!
Diverted hats, eccentric, directly inspired by the paintings of Millet and its rural scenes. Diversion of materials or even natural materials by Jean-Paul Gaultier or Viktor to enhance their haute couture collection spring 2015. Beauty of the huge basketwork hat inspired by traditional suspensions and created by Esme Hofman for Asha Swillens. How can one remain insensitive to all this grace mingled with the surrealism of these headgear?
Photo: Esmé Hofman – Hat for Asha SwillensDéfilé Viktor @ Rolf Haute Couture printemps été 2015 Défilé Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture printemps été 2015
The world of Stephen Jones is much more surreal. He diverts everyday objects like colorful gloves or a palette and an artist’s brush, to create totally crazy and poetic hats. Here the diversion of accessories starts from an artistic discipline to serve the art of the garment and the beauty accessory.
Stephen Jones for Christian Dior – Elsa Schiaparelli – glove hat
Elsa Schiaparelli’s shoe hats are part of the history of fashion. Created in collaboration with Salvador Dali, master of surrealism, these diverted hats made the success of the haute couture Schiaparelli fashion show in 1937.
Elsa Schiaparelli- Shoes’ hat – Surreal hat
Handbags and Diversion: Lego and co
After the hats, the bags happen to be the object of completely crazy diversion. And in this field, Karl Lagerfeld excels. For the 2013 spring-summer collection, he created the Lego handbag and the Hula Hoop bag that is completely disproportionate. He also signed in 2015 and 2017 magnificent creations with these diverted bags straight from the world of cinema and advertising.
Chanel Karl Lagarfeld Sac minaudière Robot 2017 – Camera bag – défilé de Rome – Coconut milk bag 2014-2015Chanel – Karl Lagerfeld, Lego hand bag and Hula Hoop bag SS2013
The creations inspired by the vinyle and signed Modelunik are also emblematic of this madness creative fashion podium!
LP hand bag- designer: MODELUNIK
Jewelry and miscellaneous objects: buttons and buckles
And finally, discover the diverted objects and used here for the creation of high-end jewelry. This is the case with leather cuffs offered by Buttons Paradise. Featuring an art deco or brushed metal buckle of the 70’s, these two first bracelets are subject to the diversion of a fashion accessory, the belt, for the ornamentation of a second, cuff bracelet. The third model is a diversion of jewelry buttons mounted on a pearl gray leather both chic and essential whose purpose is elegance and femininity! To discover more models, do not hesitate to visit Buttons Paradise e-shop.
More and more designers propose to their customers and lovers of beautiful jewelry to discover their creations and fashion accessories via a showroom. Do not miss out on this great experience. So while visiting Paris, go to the boutique-workshops of talented French designers! It is the opportunity to discover their universe, to get in their intimacy. In short, it is the opportunity to approach a little closer all these French jewels and fashion accessories!
Jewelry designer workshop-boutique N°1: La Tonkinoise à Paris
Flea and vintage atmosphere for La Tonkinoise. Indeed, it is a nice boutique-workshop located in the 11th area of Paris. The Chinese influences of Chantal Manoukian make this place and especially the jewels that are presented there, a real call to the senses and your journey. Discover unique pieces with fine chisels and old pearls of timeless and magical creations. Therefore, come and admire the vintage and contemporary jewels of this famous Parisian designer.
Jewelry designer workshop -boutique N°2: Helmut
Make an appointment to visit the Helmut workshop in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. There, you will then discover the superb graphic and geometric creations of Camille who makes contemporary and original jewels. Very feminine while embodying the quintessence of minimalism, Helmut design jewelry is a pure joy to watch and of course to wear.
Engrenages is a workshop located rue des Dames in the 17th area of Paris. Two young women are in charge of this superb place dedicated to artistic and hand-crafted creation. This workshop allows them to present their original jewels. Some of them are made of silver and others worked with old pieces like tassels or other small objects of everyday findings. And other creators invite themselves into this superb workshop. Thus, they mix their creations with those of the two young women owners of the place.
Jewelry designer workshop -boutique N°4: Les Fleurs
A workshop-boutique of jewels and other objects of creators! Les Fleurs (ie. Flowers) is located passage Josset in the 11th area of Paris. Here also, discover beyond the multitude of decorative and cuddly objects, beautiful, original, contemporary or vintage jewelry as a tribute to all those creators behind the scenes who like to bring you to light.
Finally, and located in the famous couturier district, not far from the school of French fine arts and shops of Karl Lagerfeld, Christian Dior or Sonia Rykiel, Buttons Paradise‘s workshop-boutique is dedicated to fashion accessories and button jewelry. Original necklaces, leather bracelets and large design rings… The workshop-gallery is located 198 Boulevard Saint-Germain. Here we invite you, by appointment, to discover jewelry creations and original fashion accessories in limited editions. You will also discover some beautiful and exclusive French button sets in huge drawers. So, make an appointment without further delay to visit Buttons Paradise‘s Showroom! Or even simpler: hit the window pane located opposite 18 rue Saint Guillaume so that the designer opens you!
Whether it is a dress for a special occasion, Christmas party or office party, we all have a little black dress in our wardrobe and we adore it. How can we revamp and refashion our little black dress? Whether your prefer the casual look, rock style or arty, there are thousands of ways to wear it. According to circumstances and your mood, choose what’s right for you, unconditionally.
1. Black dress worn with a stylish purse
Extremely plain dress often a strict cut, such a dress will undoubtedly welcome a color accessory. First rule: simply add one touch of color and do not be tempted to add more. The focal point is the detail that breaks the linear shape of the dress bringing a graphic and modern look. In the present case the focus is on the bright colored purse. Pick a printed fabric or plain leather model. What really matters here is the touch of color to make your outfit perfect.
When choosing the your shoes, keep the same principle: favor the range of colored shoes to attract immediate attention. This option enlivens your look and gives a touch of style and force. Stiletto heels, basket shoes, ballerina shoes or flashy derbies pick your fancy !
3. Black dress with a leather jacket or color blazer jacket
To give zest to your black dress, lend your preference to a leather perfecto jacket or a smart blazer with a neat cut. Use the flashy fashionable colors like pink, red or mauve. Your little black dress will acquire style and force.
To revamp your black dress add a stunning piece of jewelry, chose a sparkling statement necklace, in other words choose a dazzling necklace. It will enlighten your neckline and underline the shape of your dress with elegance. It’s a question of color and generous volumes.
Photo : Dany Saval per Sam Lévin, Médiathèque du Patrimoine, Paris 1964 – Photos : http://blog.styleestate.com
5. Black dress and oversize jewelry
To remain in the statement necklace spirit, refresh your black dress with an XXL piece of jewelry. Try the leather oversize cuff bracelet or large size necklace. This kind of fashion jewelry gives you a stylish look.
The plastron necklace is an exceptional piece of jewelry. It gives a touch of color and a trendy look to your outfits. Here again, select fashion colors that highlight this accessory of a very unusual design.
A quick reminder of the glamorous sixties looks. You can’t resist this stunning outfit. Very little color save for the magnificent pink color of the convertible, the immaculate white color of the fur hat and cuff and the brilliance of the historic pearl necklace. A luminous and neat outfit don’t you think ?
So if you want to brighten your black dress with precious accessories don’t hesitate to look through the pages of Buttons Paradise to find the right piece of jewelry and the ideal color for you.
Since 2012, we’ve seen cuff bracelets making an almighty comeback. The star of all accessories, and a must-have item, cuff bracelets have been adorning women’s wrists since time immemorial. This oversized piece, which was already very popular in ancient times, saw something of a revival in the 1930s, thanks to Coco Chanel. Cuff bracelets came back into fashion once again, this time towards the end of the noughties. In fact, in 2012 these bracelets were spotted on the wrists of models in catwalks everywhere, and on the runways of some of the greatest fashion designers. Now we’re seeing another revival of a phenomenon that has been around for thousands of years.
Inspired chiefly by shirtsleeves, in theory the cuff bracelet has no clasp – or at least, that is how the story goes. But today there’s a whole range of different cuff bracelets out there: rigid ones, flexible ones, bracelets with or without a clasp, bracelets made from coloured metal, gold, silver, fabric, resin, Perspex and even leather. These XXL bracelets are worn oversized and close fitting. So whether it’s an understated bracelet made from engraved metal, or something a bit flashier with multi-coloured stones or delicate pearls, there’s certainly something to suit all tastes.
Cuff bracelets are great for an evening do or a summer’s day. Whether they are worn individually or one on each wrist; they’re the perfect accessory to any outfit. In 2012, cuff bracelets were spotted on the runways at Yves Saint Laurent, Balmain and Hermès. Because it is such a staple piece, the cuff bracelet continues to be the star of all accessories – which is why they can often be spotted on the red carpet, whether it’s an elegant Chanel bracelet, a studded version or something more minimalist.
Timeless classics: simple cuffs and leather cuffs
Cuff bracelets have a certain timeless elegance about them, and an iconic status that really sets them apart from other accessories. Made from fine quality leather, these bracelets will stand the test of time, and won’t age. At Hermès, the leather cuff bracelet tends to be monochrome and enhanced with a metal or silver buckle, for understated elegance and balance.
At Buttons Paradise, our leather cuffs play around with contrasting colours, and have fun with interesting button and buckle shapes. Graphic design elements give these bracelets a bold style and distinctly feminine identity.
With lilac blue, yellow, camel and strawberry red particularly on trend at the moment, these bracelets are often embellished with a coloured Bakelite buckle or a pearl button. These leather cuff bracelets are chic and casual at the same time: they’re the star accessories of recent years, and you can see why!
Cuff bracelets had long fallen out of fashion but suddenly reappeared in the 1930s, making their comeback with Chanel’s trademark designs. A vintage item from a bygone era, the cuff bracelet is so much more than merely decorative. It stands apart from other bracelets, inscribing any look with style and accentuating personal flair. These colourful bracelets tended to be decorated with fine stones in the 1920s, but then slowly shifted towards a more art deco style. Here’s a look back at the renaissance of this millennia-old bracelet.
The 1930s: Fulco di Verdura styles the wrists of Coco Chanel.
Fulco di Verdura shows Coco Chanel his cuff in 1937. Photo: Collection Viollet/Courtesy of the Designer.
Fulco di Verdura, a talented Italian jeweller, joined Gabrielle Chanel’s team in the 1920s. He originally worked in textiles until the legendary fashion designer entrusted him with an important mission: designing her jewellery pieces. The Italian designer quickly set about creating his (soon-to-be) famous cuff bracelets for this iconic woman. She wore them as Indian women wear theirs, with one on each wrist in total symmetry.
Di Verdura designed multi-coloured bracelets with precious stones in the form of a Maltese cross, set against a white background and with a gold interior. And so, Coco Chanel’s cuff bracelets were to go down in History. The Italian jeweller really left his mark on the accessory collections for this fashion house, and nowhere more so than on the Chanel cuff bracelets. They became staple items in the wardrobes of women everywhere, and are still so recognisable today.
Cuff bracelets in the 1930s: changing shapes, new materials.
Art deco style began to make an appearance in the 1920s. Bracelets had geometric shapes, with sharp or rounded corners, and came in black or white, onyx or platinum. They were often extremely colourful, embellished here and there with touches of jade, coral, emerald green and lapis lazuli. In the 1930s, jewellery designers began to play around with shape and colour, amusing themselves with the contrast between matte and shine, transparency and opacity – all on the same of jewellery.
In the inter-war period, however, these cuff bracelets gradually shifted away from polychrome colours, preferring monochrome instead, as seen in the models below. The geometric forms seen previously were now increasingly streamlined and clean-cut. Jewellery designers produced pieces that were ever more understated and chic, with well-defined contours. These strong, statement cuff bracelets injected 1930s style with a certain boldness, thanks to the colour and the materials used.
Design pieces: the 1930s cuff bracelet makes a comeback.
For the 1930s jewellery enthusiasts among you, the leather cuff bracelets by Buttons Paradise use vintage buttons and belt buckles from this period. The bracelets combine one-of-a-kind Bakelite elements with streamlined leather forms.
