Yay!! Here is a whole post dedicated to the accessories that I took to the Oscars. Oh accessories! those little things that make such a nice difference when we want to complete a look.
This is a shawl that I absolutely adore and it was made with so much care, all by hand. I purchased it in Vietnam during the same trip where I got the top.
The fabric is a very light and beautiful kind of silk, ivory color.
The detail is just amazing. I can spend hours just looking at this embroidery.
And here is The Jungle again , this time it got SO MANY compliments. Yay!! I can't wait to design some new necklaces with this style.
Here we see a close up. I remember having the best time of my life making this necklace. Each part of the process was so exciting! I can wear this piece with the most simple outfit and it always works great.
I wore these mini 18k gold earrings with tiny diamonds. they are from New York, I purchased them some years ago, before I became a Mom. They bring the most beautiful memories to my mind because that was the time when Bill and I used to travel together a lot :)
These Biala Italian shoes are the best! Maybe not super fancy because the heals are not that high but they are sooo comfortable and they look really sweet in person :)
And this is the purse that completed the look. It is vintage and I also love it! I have a whole collection of beautiful vintage purses that I get from flea markets and the most that I ever payed for one of them was $20.
Here is a detail of the handmade beaded surface.
And I wanted to leave my best accessory for the end!!! His name is Bill, he is vintage from 1959 and he is in good condition!!!
Yay!!!
Have a great day my friend!!!
Elsita :)
EL MEJOR COMPLEMENTO SIN LUGAR A DUDAS ES "TU" BILL , COMO DECIMOS EN ESPAÑA SU CARISMA ES DE "BUENA GENTE",, ME ALEGRO Q LO PASARAIS BIEN EN LA CEREMONIA DE LOS OSCARS,, YO DESDE ESPAÑA TAMBIEN LA SEGUÍ YA QUE ME HACÍA MUCHA ILUSION QUE PENELOPE GANARA EL OSCAR COMO HA SIDO,, GRACIAS POR TU ENTRAÑABLE BLOG,, BESITOS@@@@@
Posted by: maria jose abad | February 25, 2009 at 01:11 AM
The shawl is my absolute favorite. It is exquisite. I would love to study that shawl and learn a whole lot. Can you make some really detailpicture of one flower? Please!!!
See you tomorrow.
Elizabeth
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 25, 2009 at 02:04 AM
That necklace is amazing! You are so talented. I would definitely buy one like that- it is exquisite!
Posted by: simi | February 25, 2009 at 03:09 AM
that necklace is great!!! HOW did you make it??? did you carve the metal yourself???
hahaha i love wut u said about bill at the end.
Posted by: Yvonne | February 25, 2009 at 03:26 AM
OMG!!! Se os ve también, hacéis una preciosa pareja! Y el collar fantabuloso! y el resto de complementos fantásticos pero los mejores complementos que lucís vuestras sonrisas!
Me alegra que lo pasaras bien Elsita, os lo merecéis!
Posted by: Marisol | February 25, 2009 at 03:28 AM
Thanks for the Oscar update. I love your outfit. You looked beautiful! And that Bill vintage 1959 in good condition? What a keeper!
Posted by: Mim | February 25, 2009 at 03:51 AM
It is all perfect Elsita especially that last accessory vintage 1959. I hear he is off for a wonderful adventure and I am sure he will be greatly missed. Remember when you make some more necklaces I want to buy one . It is my favorite thing that you wear.
Posted by: Margaret Oomen | February 25, 2009 at 03:54 AM
~Elsita~ you look so very pretty~
I love watching the Oscars~
I make "special Party Food" & the kids & I curl up & enjoy the beautiful event~
Yay~Milk !~
:)
Amy~
Posted by: amy Sullivan | February 25, 2009 at 05:03 AM
~Elsita~ you look so very pretty~
I love watching the Oscars~
I make "special Party Food" & the kids & I curl up & enjoy the beautiful event~
Yay~Milk !~
:)
Amy~
Posted by: amy Sullivan | February 25, 2009 at 05:07 AM
You are so beautiful, and your husband so handsome. That night....the best of all. Your choices were of your heart; lovely and interesting because of all the little stories within each item...superior to all those who came with choices made by others and influenced by money spent. Well done!
Posted by: carolr | February 25, 2009 at 05:23 AM
That shawl is what dreams are made of....Do you think that they import something so ethereal. It could float to the US on clouds.
Posted by: Pat | February 25, 2009 at 05:24 AM
I love all your accessories! You and bill look great together!
Posted by: Rachael | February 25, 2009 at 05:35 AM
What a stunning couple you two make!
And accessories really DO make the outfit :)
Posted by: an9ie | February 25, 2009 at 06:10 AM
Your necklace is just amazing! And you both do make a very lovely couple. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: AmandaMay | February 25, 2009 at 06:29 AM
I absolutely love the necklace. It is truly a masterpiece!
Posted by: Jodi | February 25, 2009 at 06:57 AM
Thank you for sharing your night with us! I love the pic of you and your hubby! 59....'twas a good year!
Lucia in San Francisco
Posted by: Lucia | February 25, 2009 at 07:41 AM
You are just gorgeous Elsita and you and Bill make such a great couple! I loved everyone of your accessories and I've also got to complement you on the hair!
Posted by: Gudrun Lara | February 25, 2009 at 08:08 AM
Bill is accessorized, too! Your outfit is gorgeous, and it looks like you two had a great time. So glamorous!
Posted by: Mariko | February 25, 2009 at 08:27 AM
Dear Elsita, I read you from across the globe, as I live in Portugal! Since Milk came out in Portugal I proudly told all my friends about you and your lovely family! Thank you for sharing all this LOVE with us! You are simply beautifull and your accessories just help revealing it even more! Bjs
Posted by: Ana Morais | February 25, 2009 at 09:33 AM
That necklace is just so amazing! You look beautiful!
Posted by: Julianna | February 25, 2009 at 10:08 AM
you are darling.
and
so spirited
and
so wise
and
so so so loving
and
so thoughtful.
i only have complete adoration for you!
xoxo stephanie
Posted by: stephanie alaine | February 25, 2009 at 10:11 AM
I loved reading the accessory descriptions but the best description was your last one -that was so sweet! xoxo Gretchen
Posted by: Gretchen Moss | February 25, 2009 at 10:45 AM
You made me laugh at the very end. I love these details, it's such a treat for us to see!! Thank you. (-:
Posted by: Jamie Watson | February 25, 2009 at 12:34 PM
The embroidery on that shawl is amazing!
And the purse is lovely!
You made that necklace?!!!!
I'm having a lot of fun reading about your trip to the Oscars :)
Posted by: Claire | February 25, 2009 at 12:36 PM
the scarf and necklace are stunning!
Posted by: drollgirl | February 25, 2009 at 02:13 PM
You both are in good condition...! That made me laugh at the end...Love the necklace and shawl, and your hair looks great blown out...hope you had a ball! :):)
Posted by: nantucketmermaid | February 25, 2009 at 04:32 PM
of course your necklace is the best part - youre a superstar jewelry-maker! i am glad you got all the ohhs and ahhs for wearing it. you deserve it!
your ensemble was creative and sensitive to detail! its such a thrill that youve shared it with us. and what a happy, sweet, wonderful looking couple!
Posted by: lefiligree | February 25, 2009 at 06:06 PM
... and how cool is bill's camera bag!? does he have a vintage camera to match?
Posted by: lefiligree | February 25, 2009 at 06:09 PM
Oh, Elsa. You looked beautiful. The entire outfit was perfect. And the necklace is amazing! That's so fun that you found the bag at a flea market. I love flea markets and thrift stores. There are so many treasures in store. Thanks for sharing all of that. jan
Posted by: Snippety Gibbet | February 25, 2009 at 06:25 PM
I would never have paired the things you did
but they look so great together! The shaw
is soooo delicate, then the nacklace is
such a solid piece! Amazing! You did save
the best for last! Is that a camera he is
wearing?
Posted by: Rane | February 25, 2009 at 09:43 PM
I'm loving your posts on the Oscars! I found your blog through Elizabeth -- the type of embroidery on your shawl is called Shadow Work. It is very beautiful. Thanks for your posts! Susan Elliott
Posted by: Susan Elliott | February 26, 2009 at 03:45 AM
everything is beautiful-especially the necklace! and that bill! vintage is always best!!
Posted by: suesue | February 26, 2009 at 05:31 AM
I will join in the chorus and say your necklace is spectacular. I hope you find time to make more in the future. The earrings are the perfect accompaniment, anything more would have taken away from the necklace.
I love your humor about Bill :)
Posted by: dutchbaby | February 26, 2009 at 06:41 AM
Bill has accessorized well too! My friends Dad won an oscar a few year ago. He bought it to my house and I got to hold it! Can you imagine!
Posted by: Pherenike | February 26, 2009 at 01:05 PM
thank you for sharing your Oscar night with us. I love your outfit.. so pretty and individual and so much nicer than all the glitzy ones you see in the magazines. Looks like you had a wonderful time!
Posted by: Loribeth | February 26, 2009 at 06:18 PM
Great outfit! Love the necklace and shoes particularly.
Posted by: Claire B | February 28, 2009 at 06:21 AM
I think I am too late to comment but I can't help but to say what is my thought about his blog. I am so amazed in all photos that you post especially the wood curved bird. Totally impressive.
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