Chance favors her.

Standing on the platform, she draws the bills from her wool overcoat and asks for a one-way ticket. Wreaths of smoke rise from the panting engine. Her crystal earrings, and Art Deco necklace glint in the sun.
The woman in the office recognizes her and makes town small talk and she hands over her ticket.
Just then, her love's arms embrace her. With a sign of relief, she takes his hand in hers.
They seek refuge in one of the carriages. Ready to follow her dreams. Wondrous beauty surrounds her.

They're here!
The newest designs from Suzabelle.
Romantic.
Sophisticated.
Mod.
Detailed.

Suzabelle's designs are full of details, feminine, and classic. Year after year, they are timeless. Designer Suzanne Jaberg was named "designer of the decade" by the Seattle Magazine and even dubbed the "Seattle Coat Queen" by the Seattle Times.

Just one of the few lines we at Anne Bocci Boutique support that is manufactured overseas, Suzie's goal in production is to provide great living wages and work environments for women in smaller, less-developed countries. The quality is superior, details are perfect and fit classic.

The production manager visits the manufacturers weekly to ensure everything is running smoothly and that all aspects of development are socially responsible. Suzie uses natural fiber materials and dyes whenever possible and source their fabrics and labor within the same community.

Suzabelle is dedicated to employing only sweatshop-free labor because they believe that protecting human welfare is critical to ensuring that worldwide conservation initiatives and actions are sustainable and effective. To help offset the impact of production and transportation of these garments on the environment, Suzabelle will donate 5% of proceeds from each sale to Conservation International.

To see more from the Suzabelle Collection and more estate jewelry (and new designer and artisan jewelry)
please mosey on over here: http://annebocci.com/
Anne Bocci



Close up photos of Katya in Art Deco jewelry: Dustin Rowley

leap in the dark

We must walk consciously

only part way toward our goal,

and then leap in the dark to our success.

~ Henry David Thoreau

Guess what? Seth Aaron Henderson is having a sale on his SA Mod tee-shirt, here, and only here. He's the Season 7 winner of Project Runway. This tee-shirt is only for for those who demand extreme awesomeness. They're here: http://annebocci.com/
P.S. Thanks Katya for modeling! Photo: Anne Bocci

Summertime...and the accessories are easy.

Gentle contours of a cheek
As shadows break lines crossing
Curving neck gracefully bent
A look over shouldered glance
And here lies a work of art.

I work with pretty things, every day. Mostly. Well, at least that's the idea of it all. But in reality, day in and day out, boutique work isn't all that glamorous. It's 97% work: ordering, straightening, inventorying, vacuuming, staffing, paying artists, insurance, security, taxes, business association fees, mailing, building a website, displaying, marketing and oh, there's also selling. Yeah, without making the rent, there isn't a business.

Then there's the 3%. That's the best part of it all. Meaning all the the glam, fun stuff, like creating sparkly things, and working with amazing designers, photographers and talent. An Some of the West Coast designers I love to work with and carry in the boutique are Seth Aaron Henderson of Project Runway, Ms. Wood, Suzabelle, WeMa, Lori Presthus, Ipseity, and Loco Lindo.

Summer is the best time to show your personality with some easy, fresh accessories. Just throw them on and instantly feel gorgeous.
And mod, lightweight laser-cut wood earrings for $36 dollars are just the right piece to add to your wardrobe. And you can add a dramatic piece like this stunning waterfall necklace and be instantly be noticed in the room.

In the boutique world, no product or design looks good unless it's displayed and modeled well. That's where the magic behind the lens comes in. ONE word. Dustin Rowley. His eye for beauty and setting a tone is beyond magical. I love it when he stops by the boutique and picks out jewelry, clothing and accessories for his editorial photo shoots. You can see his work and hire him here:
Photo: Dustin Rowley
jewelry: Anne Bocci Boutique & Gallery
http://www.annebocciboutique.com
Model: Tiffany Schleif @ Option Model and Media
Make up and Hair: Aimee Janik-J'Adore
Wood Earrings: Ms. Wood, named "Best Emerging Designer" at Portland Fashion Week
Mixed metal and crystal necklace: Anne Bocci



Mixed metal and crystal necklace by Anne Bocci.



Super light weight, mod, laser cut wood earrings by Ms Wood, found here (just as soon as I upload them) at Anne Bocci Boutique in Portland, Oregon.

Ms. Wood's designs are fresh, innovative and oh, so wearable. To see more, check my website. buy Ms. Wood here too.

Now this is how to model a jacket

I had the pleasure of collaborating with an amazing model, Kate Troeddseon and Dustin Rowley the photographer and Destiny Taylor overseeing hair and make up to photograph Seth Aaron's golden zipper jacket.


Photo: Dustin Rowley Hair/mu: Destiny Taylor Wardrobe: http://www.annebocci.com

Summer's kiss is fading...

Autumn...
Summer’s kiss is fading. Longing for Fall’s sweet crisp air.

A few days ago I walked along the edge of the lake and was treated to the crunch and rustle of leaves with each step I made. The acoustics of this season are different and all sounds, no matter how hushed, are as crisp as autumn air.

Image #1: Camille is wearing Anne Bocci crystal earrings, and silk Knitted Dove dress, and hand-forged sterling silver "Tiffin" necklace by Tiffin Kreger-Bryant.
Image #2: Camille is standing next to a Seth Aaron (Project Runway reigning winner) original metallic silk dress on the mannequin that he designed for Project Runway. It's part of his hidden collection sent directly from Project Runway to Seen On to my boutique. It's metallic silk with black trim, asymmetrical zipper front, peplum detailing in the front and back. Camille is wearing a Knitted Dove ivory silk dress, $72
Image #3: Camille is modeling a Knitted Dove Silk dress/tunic with silk inner slip $72, Anne Bocci crystal earrings $44, Sterling and leather cuff $220 and a Verde Rocks necklace. $199
Image #4: Aly is modeling a Seth Aaron original fitted European fit slim jacket with zipper front and slant pocket detail. 100% cotton. Stand up collar. Slanted faux pockets.
Image #5: Aly is oh-so Marilyn in Seth Aaron's Halter Dress with zipper accents. His other design made for the final episode of Project Runway is to the right, exclusive to http://annebocciboutique.com
Image #6: Thanks Aly for modeling this Seth Aaron jacket again, exclusive to http://annebocciboutique.com

All photos: Anne Bocci
Thank you Camille and Aly for modeling for me!

Unseen until now. Private collection by Seth Aaron for Project Runway

Just got this in! Straight from Project Runway to Seen ON to the boutique. Now available. Never seen until now.


This is part of Seth Aaron's hidden collection made for Season 7 of Project Runway.
Here's more of the edgy design you all have come to expect from Seth. If you watched the Project Runway Show, you may recall he created two entire collections for Season 7 finale. Tim Gunn asked him to create more, after my first collection was designed. The hidden collection not shown was property of the show, until now. They sold off individual pieces through the Seen On Auction site. This is a gem of a dress from that hidden collection! Directly from Project Runway to Seen On to the boutique. It's metallic silk with black trim, asymmetrical zipper front, peplum detailing in the front and back.
Size 0-2 made for the model.
Metallic silk with black cotton trim.
Size 0-2
$425
http://annebocci.com

Meet Seth Aaron, reigning Project Runway winner, this Friday, August 6, 2010

You're Invited This Friday
August 6, 6-9 pm
Come meet Seth Aaron Henderson, reigning winner of Project Runway.

It's his Premier TRUNK SHOW/party since winning the design show, and it's at my boutique in Portland, Oregon.

We're pleased to showcase Seth Aaron Henderson as the featured guest at our downstairs gallery space on Friday, August 6 from 6-9.

Henderson took home the big prize on the hit show thanks to his daring high-fashion, edgy aesthetic and expert trademark tailoring. Heidi Klum, Faith Hill and Gwen Stephani are some of his biggest supporters.


Hanna is modeling a Seth Aaron original dress, $375.

As part of the Multnomah Village First Friday event, you’ll get a chance to meet the personable and larger-than-life designer and see his stunning, detailed work up close and personal. This is Henderson's PREMIER trunk show since being declared the winner.
Henderson is also designing a collection of these signature pins, that he makes himself and autographs available here.

Standing next to his gorgeous front zip jacket, Seth holds up his new pin design.

Seth Aaron has remained a steady supplier of one of a kind pieces for my boutique even as he rides a whirlwind of post-win PR and prepares for the production of his ready to wear line.



Enjoy complimentary refreshments, wine, Glaceau VitaminWater ZERO, special sale prices, raffle prizes, and most of all, come meet Seth Aaron, in person.

Candid pic of Seth wearing his everyday cuff he snagged at Anne Bocci Boutique.

To get an exclusive first peek at Henderson’s latest designs, stop by the Boutique from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, August 6.

We also carry the actual finale designs from Project Runway's finalist alum Mila Hermanovski.


Own a piece of Project Runway History
This actual runway ensemble can be yours! These are the actual, authentic, and one-of-a-kind pieces directly from the Project Runway Season 7 designer Mila Hermanovski and worn on the runway at Bryant Park. All items are final sale.

$499 Mohair and Patent Leather Sweater.
Size M/L
$249 Skirt Size Small

And while at the boutique, check out the newest stash of new summer clothing, accessories and jewelry from a host of Northwest designers, including spring dresses from Suzabelle, Christa Taylor, laser-cut metallic leather jewelry from Seattle’s Bijoudally, Ayala Bar, WEMA Designs, Amai Unmei, Nora Catherine, Ipseity, Julia Peltz fine paintings, Tiffin Kreger Bryant, Mark Larsen paintings, Alisa Huntley paintings, and Anne Bocci jewelry. See image below.


Anne Bocci Design chalcedony necklace
Autumn gems, perfectly matched briolettes, sterling silver clasp.
$365
FREE SHIPPING


Anne Bocci Design
necklace FREE SHIPPING
Intricate detail, turquoise, labradorite, pearls, and handbown glass beads.
$235 NOW $160


"Copper Ladles" ~ oil, framed 16" x 20" ~ $650 by Julia Peltz


Tiffin Kreger Bryant
"Views of Portland"
Keep Portland Weird $150

Anne Bocci Boutique & Gallery
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Ethereal luxury...new arrivals.

Sarah modeling Anne Bocci black spinel gemstone necklace, earrings and Spring 2010 Mac & Jac jacket.




Gator and leopard embossed handbag by indie NW artist Sha Montana. Montana is an artist who has chosen leather as her medium to create accessories that are one of a kind pieces of art made entirely by hand. The non-endangered stingray, snake and alligator along with vintage furs and recycled leathers are her materials. Vintage woven fabrics and velvets are also in the mix.

Her mentor "Leather Man" Juan Santiago taught her that fine workmanship and quality are the most important elements in hand done pieces. To that she add her own unique style that ranges from classy to edgy rock and roll. She make custom pieces and can work directly with the customer to create her dream bag. Montana's clientele includes those looking for the the unique, the rich and famous, and most importantly the appreciative. She believes that it is important to recognize the sacred connection that we humans have with animals. It isn't her intention to exploit the animals for fashion, but rather to honor and adorn them. Her pieces are being featured in the Paris Vogue in the next two months.



Photo: Anne Bocci
Sarah is modeling this silk magenta print blouse handmade from indie designer just in.

Photo: Anne Bocci
Tapestry and leather clutch, handmade by indie artist, Sha Montana at Anne Bocci Boutique & Gallery.

Photo: Anne Bocci

Photo: Anne Bocci
Luxury leather and python handbag.




Lovely Lia is modeling the "Tangled up in Quartz" necklace designed by Anne Bocci and five strand pearl necklace (Anne Bocci Boutique)Photo: Brandon Witzel

Jewlery: Anne Bocci Boutique

Makeup/Hair/Styling: Madi Roosevelt







Truly dramatic take on small leather goods. Intricate cut-out lattice leather and embellished jewel. This indie NW artist takes unusual leathers and re purposes them into works of art. Only at Anne Bocci Boutique & Gallery




Just in. Fine handcrafted leather handbags and purses at Anne Bocci Boutique. Artist is Portland leather artist, Sha Montana. Her luxury pieces are being featured in Paris Vogue magazine this year.


Gold bow handbag has surprise gorgeous interior.


Mingling pearls are working the room... 18 in necklace. $139


Golden hues, vintage jewelry by indie artist, Anne Bocci.