Judith Leiber: Eye-popping Bags

When I first eyed Judith Leiber's crystal embellished, hand-crafted bags some years back, like many others I was totally awe-struck. Though I can ill-afford these super-expensive bags, there is no reason that I cannot feast my senses and appreciate their aesthetic appeal and quirky shapes.

Statistics say that these bags have been to so many parties that probably you and many of us jointly have not attended. The whimsical shapes and magnificent craftsmanship of these bags have made them regulars at red carpet events with stars and celebrities. The stone encrusted bags in the shape of peacock, cat, dog, heart, owl, rose, rabbit, fish etc are crafted with meticulous detail and loaded with unmatched style.

You may love them or just hate them-- but you can't ignore them.

Maharaj Clutch

Budapest-born Judith had launched her line in 1963 and since then she has added splendid jewellery, belts, eye wear, key chains, pill boxes etc to her kitty. Interestingly, she has brought out Gnaesh and Maharaj clutches, eyeing a chunk of evolving Indian market.

Ganesh Clutch

Ladybug Clutch

Cupcake Clutch

Habibi Clutch

Black Sea Clutch

Macau Clutch

Nero Clutch

Bouketik

New York Clutch

Wilbur Clutch

Rose Clutch

Grand Duchess

Blue Bows Clutch

Zima Clutch

Aubergine Clutch

Golden Koi

Wildcat Clutch

Tulipa Clutch

Taylor Clutch

Humphrey Clutch

Theodore Clutch

Tunis Clutch

These ultra-rich handbags, that are also flaunted by the likes of Hillary Clinton, Elizabeth Taylor and Nancy Reagan, and considered pieces of art, have also been honoured by the Costume Council of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.


And now a few jewellery pieces designed by Leiber:

Deco Cuff

Glimmering Pattern

Maharishi Ring

Starlet Cuff

Ladybug Lariat

If ordinary things bore you and you shun the mundane-- these are just right for you. So break the bank or save hard to covet one of these outstanding pieces!! Or just drool like me !!

 Via: Judith Leiber

Alpona On Fabric: Exquisite Kantha Embroidery

Alpona designs are a popular form of floral art that Bengali women put on the floor during festivals and weddings in India and Bangladesh. The designs made of rice flour paste are intricate and very unique. These elaborate patterns are also embroidered on fabrics by the women of Bengal, taking an ordinary piece from mundane to sublime.

Shamlu Dudheja is one such woman, who along with her daughter is designing resplendent pieces of work 
on sarees, scarfs, dupattas, outfits and furnishings through a non-profit outfit SHE (Self Help Enterprise),   focussed on women's welfare in rural parts of India. It provides training and support to women, who produce exquisite Kantha pieces for global customers. The proceeds from the sale of these items are put back into the welfare, health and education of the women and their families.


Take a look and decide for yourself if these are any less exquisite than a Lalique or Lladro pieces! Pick from these saris, scarfs, salwar suits, tunics this diwali for an alluring and classy look. Do not miss the furnishing pieces below.

Red floral embroidery

 Raasleela on a cream Tussar Sari

Hibiscus on a black crepe sari

Black and red jacket and scarf

Blue and fuchsia jacket and scarf

Black and red jacket and scarf

Yellow and brown crepe embroidered

Pink and blue Georgette all-over work

Maroon silk geometric work

Pink and turquoise freestyle design

Red and blackWarli deisgn

Red and black crepe sari with embroidery

Cream crepe with floral relief embroidery

Anarkali churidar-dupatta set

Pink floral embroidery

Blue tussar with figurative floral embroidery

Black silk embroidered bedcover

Black throw

 Black throw with mandala at the centre

Cream throw: Raasleela

Hibiscus cushion cover

Via: SHE

Dress Up For The Festive Season

Sabyasachi Creation

 Your wardrobe for the oncoming festive season is most probably is ready. Now you have to match up your gorgeous ensemble with glamourous make-up. Whether you love a muted look or a festive extravaganza, this festive season go full on your make-up with your favourite brand of cosmetics or mix and match different brands of that perfect look.

 First prepare your face with the corrector, concealer and powder with these tips from Bobbi Brown-- the famous make-up artist and owner of a line of cosmetics:

 

Now apply your foundation for a flawless look.

Make-up in a nutshell. See Bobby Brown's 10 step make-up lessons for a glowing a face.

Get gorgeous eyes with right tricks:

 Or this.....

Wear glasses? No problem. Highlight your eyes with these shades and techniques.

 

If you feel frustrated with your looks or because you are not so young any more, feel empowered with this video by Bobby Brown-- one of my favourite make-up artists. As she says beauty is not about what others think but about individual style, individual beauty and about the woman feeling good about herself!

And see this one....

And finally enjoy this video from Loreal with Sonam Kapoor showing you make-up tricks.

Use any brand of cosmetics to create a look that complements your skin tone and your age. And enjoy!!!