Monthly Archives: March 2010

summer sandals

Posted on March 26, 2010

These wooden heeled sandals from Rachel Comey feature a strechy leather cuff at ankle and a slight wedge.

These little lovelies are the first to arrive from Rachel Comey – stay tuned for the next delivery!

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New arrivals Sachin & Babi

Posted on March 25, 2010

Gabby Shrug, Ombre tulle over sequin sheeting

Ronda Bracelet

Dakota Dress, ombre tulle over sequins

Eva Dress

Milla Dress

Dali Necklace

Agnes Pant

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Jewellery just happens to be one of our favorite subjects here at Violet, and nothing is more exciting then unpacking a special little box filled with trinkets. Which brings us to local jewellery designer Shereen de Rousseau and her latest shipment. Shereen’s designs are at once edgy and refined, a sort of modern-meets-antique attitude. Jewellery should be easy to wear and not something you have to fuss with to much while running out the door. It can be hard enough to get the outfit right never mind the jewels!

Which is why we love Shereen’s pieces. Inspired by Paris marketplaces and the nooks and crannies of the world’s most romantic city, she uses ideas from French antiques, art and stones, incorporating them into her work. Her ideas tie in beautifully with her choices of vintage silver coines, beautiful stones and glossy pearls.

We like them paired with a casual tee and jeans for a rock ‘n roll attitude or dressed up with a feminine frock -the pieces work no matter how you wear them.

All styles available now at Violet!

Pictures used are from the Shereen de Rousseau website.

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MiH jeans

Posted on March 19, 2010

Meet Chloe Lonsdale, the woman behind MiH jeans. MiH jeans is the original British denim brand. Established in 1969, MiH dressed all the coolest 70s starlets including Farrah Fawcett and Jane Birkin and they continue to do so today.

Chloe’s Dad started the legendary Jean Machine stores, and her Mom, Chekkie Maskell, was a top 70s denim model. Her Dad soon became known as the Blue Jean King and met her Mother – his Blue Jean Bride – when one day she modeled designs from a new denim range called Made in Heaven. Soon, MiH was the coolest denim brand around. Chloe took over the family business and with a fashion degree from Central St. Martins and training at Nicole Fahri, she revived MiH jeans into the amazing brand it is today.

How cute is this picture of Chloe’s parents?

Claudia wearing her Marrakesh Jeans

Leighton Meester wearing the Oslo!

Oslo Jeans in Kara (a perfect dark indigo)

We have this cute style in this colour and in black!

Marrakesh Jean in Kara

The Vienna Jean in Basin, the most amazing jegging out there!

This is one of the best styles by MiH, high through the rise with a perfectly faded wash.

The Lisbon, so cute with a rolled hem and heels.

One word: cashmere! These Boyfriend jeans are made even more comfortable with the addition of 5% cashmere. An absolute must for weekends.

Sadly, this brings us to the end of our lesson on MiH jeans. Oh, just one more thing, did you know that MiH stands for Made in Heaven? And really, I think that just maybe they were.

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New arrivals, Rachel Comey & Sita Murt

Posted on March 17, 2010

Rachel Comey’s Spring 2010 collection was inspired by coastal Maine, where she vacations, the designer had functionality and an active element in mind and we love love love the collection!

Rachel Comey Farer’s Suit & Bomber Cardi

Rachel Comey Farer's Suit

Rachel Comey Sailor Blouse & Oyster Bar Mini Skirt

Rachel Comey Cabin Dress

Rachel Comey Wayfarer Dress

Rachel Comey St. Vincent Dress

Rachel Comey Sailor Dress

Sita Murt’s creative personality is reflected in each collection. Playing with volumes, texture and new applications all while using natural materials makes this line a favorite go to for casual and feminine basics.