alexa collection, literally- bracelets

I never leave home without a few bracelets...ok several. I love an armful of fun aka mixing colors, metals, & shapes. While I have several little pieces that I wear on a daily basis, these are my favorite statement pieces. 

Happy Friday!

alexa collection, literally- earrings

I love me some statement earrings, big, bold, & colorful. If I opt for earrings I usually don't wear a necklace. I like my earrings to be the focal point & adding more  bling usually takes away from that. If you haven't figured it out already my all time favorite color is green & my earring collection definitely reflects that! 

 

alexa collection, literally- necklaces

It is safe to stay that necklaces dominate my collection. I have several over the top statement necklaces that pair nicely with everything from LBD to v-neck tees. The remainder of the necklaces I often layer up with one another to help create the look I am going for. There is something special to me about pairing necklaces from seasons past with current season pieces (reminds me of the design journey, dorky I know). 

See one you like? Let me know... I may be we willing to part with it.

alexa collection, literally- rings

My love for vintage jewelry started nearly 15 years ago when my grandma handed down some of her jewelry. While I didn't start designing until 2005 my personal collection had already started growing. Each season I create unique one of a kind pieces & each season I keep several for myself. These pieces are reminders of where the alexa collection has been & where it is going each season. This week I will give you a little lookskie into my jewelry, the alexa collection. Literally :) Today I am sharing rings!

Hidden Treasures- Around the house

It's that time again when I share with you my latest finds from local thrift shops. I would say I have definitely scored yet again. My poor fiancé who has to put up with all my vintage finds around the house. 

Cool blue Chinese pottery that creeps out my fiancé, reminds him of an urn. Ha.

 A very pink Buddha statue that will fit in nicely with the Buddha & elephant statue family I already have back in Quebec City.

 Vintage crystal decanter liquor bottle, heavy duty yet stylish.

Delicate yet detailed salt/pepper & sugar dish.

Best purchase ever, half a set of Aynsley China...now to find the other half (you know what that means more thrifting)!

Wedding- The Little Things

The wedding is quickly approaching & I am counting down the days. There was no real big planning for us, so the process was rather carefree. I have spent a majority of my time deciding the little things...

This is what I have decided thus far. Handmade natural flower crown to go with my flowing wedding dress. Thanks to all of your votes, I have decided on taking my hair to the darker & golden look. Essie's meet me at sunset will decorate my fingers and turquoise & caicos will pop on my toes (hello something blue). I will follow orange flower petals that create an aisle leading me to my groom. My lips will be orange &  bold in Nars Heat Wave. Lastly, I have decided on a pair of vintage gold earrings. Bracelets? Not sure yet, still time to decide. 

Hidden Treasures- Handbags

So we have seen from my previous Hidden Treasure posts I love all things vintage. Well I am here to tell you it doesn't just stop at jewelry, books, or dishes... it is also handbags! To be honest I would say I have over 40 vintage bags I have collected throughout the years. Sure I like designer handbags but I love vintage ones. There is nothing more rewarding then finding a bag in perfect condition with an unbelievable price tag. It is always fun to open them up and see what Edna (ok I don't really know the names of previous owners I just pretend) left in there. I have seen anything from kleenex, to lipsticks, to toothpicks. Here are some of my favorites.

 Black Sequin detail

 Cute purple structured clutch. Perfect option when you want to easily add a pop of color to your outfit.

 Crazy shape, hand detail, snakeskin pattern, I died. I had to have this sexy thing in my closet.

 This guy is actually a dark green, beautiful leather, & extra long strap (great for cross-body wear).

My go to going out bag. The grey goes with everything & I can wear it cross-body (my fav, easy to drink & dance).  

 Gorgeous smorgeous structured brown leather cross-body bag. The inside has crazy compartments to store pretty much everything.

 Soft Black leather fold-over clutch. Summer luncheons? Date night? so many options.

 This is my biznas looking bag. Messenger-like blue bag with awesome gold closure detail.

Aww love love this buttery soft camel leather Hobo bag. I usually prefer smaller bags but when I need to lug around lots of things I am glad I have this secret weapon. It is also perfect for travel; it fits my Ipad, snacks, & all my mags.

Vegas Packing

When I said on Friday my suitcase was overpacked, I wasn't kidding. I am going for 3 days & I packed enough outfits to switch every two hours. Ha. Well you can never be too safe. Here is what made it into my hot pink suitcase. My gf may or may not be bringing some goods I purchased in MN at the boutiques (online shopping it's an addiction). Whoops. Hope it all fits when I return home!

 My dressy options

 I don't always fancy wearing dresses so I brought a slew of colored denim to choose from & my comfy Current Elliots for travel.

 Delicate lace detail on these shorts, vests & blouses.

 In case I want to really sparkle at night I packed sequin options.

Lightweight silks. 

 Obviously I overpacked in the bra department. I know I know I am crazy obsessed with bralettes & bandeaus. 

 Headwear for laying out by the pool; vintage scarves and Free People knit headband.

My collection of vintage belts, you can never be too prepared. 

It is safe to say I packed the bling. All my own pieces, literally alexa's collection. Teehee.

Glittered nude shoes, snakeskin platforms & bright colored pumps get ready for some dancin' !

I hope to share pictures with you next week of the outfits I put together. Stay tuned.

Hidden Treasures- In the Closet

My love for thrift storing doesn't just include home-goods, it actually started with jewelry, handbags & clothing. I am a firm believer that if you are willing to hunt/ put a little work into some things; you can find fabulous & unique pieces. Last week I waited in line (yea I really did) for the doors to open for a half-off sale at one of my favorite thrift stores. Here are some of the amazing things I scooped up.

{Unbelievable grey-toned bell sleeved fur, I died.}

{Faux fur easy to wear jacket.}

{Can't even deal with this brown zip up fur vest, I think it was made for me. Can you tell I fancy vintage fur?!}

{Dreamy tiny cross-body black bag, perfect for handsfree dancing.}

{Scrumptious black fold over clutch, classic.}

These items I found at a local vintage store, Champion Jacks.

{Love this Yumi Kim-like pattern, I will be hemming this baby into a mini dress}

{Amazing gold detail trim along the neckline.}

{Pendleton inspired patterned cross-body bag, which can turn into a clutch/oversized wallet.Soooooo perfect.}

{Thick, heavy, warm, colorful zip up navajo inspired sweater}

{I have been searching for this detailed bead top all my life, for real. I will be rocking this with mint colored denim and sky high platforms.}