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And now you can get your own bracelet charms with a 15% discount! Just use this code when checking out: SHAREN15 

We tend to have the misconception that everything coming from asian countries is of low quality and mass produced but we forget that even those countries still have their independent artists who are working hard to make unique pieces. It is why I was very pleased when I discovered Palamuti by PJ Valenciano. They have a group of women artisans who each specialise in different skills, such as embroidery or beading or wire wrap jewellery. Their accessories are uncommon, inspired by traditional Philippines' art.

Their guiding principles are: 

- Sustainable livelihood

- Empowering consciousness

- Creative conditions for artisans

- Value for work and labour

- Responsible consumerism

- Promotion of local and homegrown materials

They had sent me a lovely clutch bag made by Paola Germar in black beads and stones, a beaded flower necklace in red and black by and a wire wrap necklace with real pearls, onyx and jet black beads made by Steph Lopez. As you can see in the photos, they are very well made and quite elegant, perfect to be the star of a cocktail evening.

So go ahead and check out their designs for sale, you will certainly find an original piece for you!

Waist training is usually easier in underbust corsets, but it is not impossible to be done in an overbust as well if the pattern is well drafted. I was quite lucky to come across this gorgeous design and it was instant love. My favorite things about it are the contrast between the beige and black with that beautiful waist insert drawing the attention to the area, the beige stitching around the boning channels and the overall resemblance to a victorian corset from the 1880s.

This beauty was made by Valeria Toloknova of Vdesign, who is a bespoke corset designer and model. She can custom make your own garment to fit perfectly to your measurements for the most comfortable wear.

The corset has 6 panels and 8 steel bones (including the 2 that flank the grommets) in a mix of flat and spiral on each side, plus a sturdy but flexible busk. The busk ends lower, with only 6 loops and at the top it ties with a ribbon through hidden grommets, for the extra decoration.  At the back, there are also 15 black grommets on each side. There is an attached front modesty panel and also a boned floating panel for the back, which I didn't wear during the shoot as I am stil seasoning the corset and this way I can tighten it easier (also the reason of the uneven gap, which I will ask you to forgive me for. It is the curse of a small busted girl, having to pull in the top while the waist is not yet accustomed). The fabric is a strong cotton coutil and the interior is lined with the same beige cotton. The sewing is very neat for this handmade corset and I was pleased to find that it is quite a comfortable wear too, despite the fact that overbusts are usually more restrictive. I can't wait to finish seasoning it and perhaps integrate it into some other future shoots, with a vintage flair. And I would definitely recommend it to someone looking to buy a quality overbust!

Be sure to check the Vdesign facebook page to see more unique works!

And many thanks to Jacques Hermitte for the photographs!

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As a bonus, here are some of their current collection items that would make for a nice dark look:

 

Black Lace Chiffon Jumpsuit  |  Black Slim Ripped Denim Pants

Black Split Sleeve Loose T-Shirt |  Lapel Long Sleeve Cardigan

It's been quite a while again as I've been studying hard for uni, but now I've got my schedule back together and got plans for new projects! (Yaaay!). And there should be plenty of art ahead and a more careful choice of  collaborations to bring you lots of delicious and witchy news! So enough blah-blah for now. I'll leave you to enjoy these photos and the promise of rebirth of the blog.

It's been a very mild winter here and the only snow I've seen was on the short trip to the mountains during the winter holidays. Holidays that I've spent learning from morning until night time. I guess I've been finding refuge in knowledge these past months. 

But on a fashion note, I didn't think much of this dress at first, but now I adore it. Simple but quite elegant, with a lovely multiple straps detail. I'm thinking it would even make a good stage dress if I ever get to hold any concerts with my new band. Maybe add a few black beads and sparkly lace and it will be perfect!