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.

New York Fashion Week and Project Runway's Seth Aaron Henderson

Project Runway RTW Fall 2010 by Seth Aaron Henderson


















http://www.wwd.com/wwd-publications/wwd-project-preview/2010-02-11/

Today was the premier day for the Project Runway designers. 10 designers were included as not to prematurely spoil the suspense of the show. So yes, some were decoys. We still do not know who took the honors as the Project Runway Season 7 winner.
Heidi Klum, joined by fellow judges Nina Garcia, Michael Kors and guest judge Faith Hill, warned the Bryant Park audience at The Tent on Friday that they would be in for a very long show with 10 contestants each showing their collection. While there seemed to be a peculiar agreement amongst those 10 on certain design themes — peaked shoulders, pockets with volume, turquoise colorblocking — some inevitably fared better than others. Seth Aaron Henderson's collection was bright, primary colors and dynamic lines.
Woot. Go Seth. Portland loves you.

http://annebocciboutique.com

Mr. Spring, have I told you just how much I love you?

I'm so excited to get in Suzabelle's Spring 2010 Collection at the boutique. Suzie's designs have been described as innovative and feminine yet classic. Suzabelle was named "the Seattle Coat Queen" by the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and "One to watch" by Forbes Magazine.

Plus Suzabelle also has a strong focus on social responsibility and in order to help offset the impact of production and transportation of it's garments on the environment, the company donates 5% of profits to Conservation International™.



Nick & Mo dress.


Nick & Mo skirt.


Alice and rabbit earrings, Anne Bocci.


Mixed media by Sharon Knorr.


Vintage underwear earrings, Anne Bocci.


Kensie Jacket and Mac & Jac skirt.


This one-of-a-kind heart-shaped jewelry box was handmade out of South American Bloodwood by Northwest Fine Woodworking artist Curtis Erpelding, and the seams are so beautifully crafted you can barely find the opening (that’s a good thing). I also carry a varied selection of handmade jewelry – chunky freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals, jet beads and all kinds of sparkle – to give along with the box if your heart is feeling full. Heart-Shaped Bloodwood Jewelry Box, $70 at Anne Bocci Boutique,
7824 S.W. Capitol Hwy.; 503-452-3711. www.annebocciboutique.com

Jillian Rabe and Megan visit Anne Bocci Boutique

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m89lWuQhjc/
Jillian and Megan make me smile so much my face hurts.

http://jillianrabe.wordpress.com/2010/01/14/jan-14-anne-bocci-is-magical/



There are some people so full of light and fun, you just gravitate to them.
Jillian and Megan are radiant, fun and nice. I am honored to know them and have them shop at my teeny, tiny boutique.
Enough said.
xoxo
anne

A sneak peek at Project Runway 7...here's what they say.

First they were bitchy, then they said "best portfolio yet, in fact". The fabulous and opinionated Tom & Lorenzo who cover all things Project Runway have this to say about Seth Aaron Henderson, one of my boutique's designers who is cast in the new season of Project Runway 7 airing January 14, 2010.

"And we LOVE it. Like, REALLY love it. The clothes are beautifully constructed, interesting, flattering, and pretty. Best portfolio yet, in fact."

You can read their assessment here:

http://tinyurl.com/yg8w3hp

And a little sneak peek at the first episode of Project Runway Season #7, here you go...


http://projectrungay.blogspot.com/2010/01/we-saw-pr7-episode-1.html

In my opinion, because I personally see his and touch Seth's designs every day at my boutique, a n d see his designs on my customers... his designs are original and not too girlie. Lots of Bettie Page, Marilyn and rockabilly influences, totally feminine silhouettes without all the girlie frill, yet still full of original details.

And I hope he stays on the show for a while, because he's really a sweetheart.

Pearls before breakfast.

Thanks to everyone who supports small businesses. We really really appreciate your business, lots more than the mall does...

Yay, a new year is here. So many friends and family members were hit with layoffs and health issues in 2009, not to mention the strife and dissension that goes hand-in-hand with trying to keep one step ahead the fire.

So with that, now is the time make new resolves, and step back to take a little time for renewal.

One of my many resolutions is to dress how I want to without regard of the occasion. My morning French-press coffee and cereal will start with Edith Piaf and Francoise Hardy. Work attire will include opera length pearls, layers and layers of jet, and exaggerated crystal lariats, just a bit over the top. The boutique will reflect my love of the Moulin Rouge, speakeasies, and the likes of 1920s secret gin joints filled with offbeat characters. The apparel will be a fabulous, handmade and original.

I vow to actively explore Portland's underbelly to uncover glorious finds of vintage jewelry, old beads, original Italian Murano glass, and shoe clips and painstakingly remake each piece with my own signature and exotic gemstones.

And I vow to show up at the PTA spaghetti feed wearing beads, sequins, and feathers. Yes, soon I will be that eccentric "lay-dee" with the pearls and fancy cloak, all just a bit before my nephews starting me their crazy Aunt Anne. And I want to do it all with a playful smile. This month’s Vogue Germany goes all the way back to the 1920s with “Indochine.” Fashion editor Christine Arp and photographer Alexi Lubomirski take the moment and capture my dream.

My daily style will reflect more cinematic drama, intrigue and allure... all before pouring my bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios.

Hope your new decade is filled with celebration, art and adornment.
xoxo
anne