studio flowers: spiky, architectural sea holly

16 Jul 2021

A hand holding a brown bud Heath Ceramics bud vase of sea holly (Eryngium), wearing Wraptillion's intricate modern chainmaille Scarab Bracelet..

Sea holly (Eryngium species — I think this one might be Eryngium amethystinum?) is one of my favorite flowers to cut and enjoy in my studio workspace in summer. It’s so spiky and architectural, thistle-like without actually stabbing anyone — isn’t it perfect with my Scarab Bracelet? It’s an easy perennial to grow in my garden, and looks great without any fussing (always a goal for me.) This one hasn’t reached its full electric blue coloring yet, but I love it in all stages. Here it is last summer too, in the same Heath Ceramics bud vase. Why mess with something that works so perfectly in my everyday life? Maybe vases are like earrings: as long as you have a few to choose from that fit your style perfectly and go with everything, they’ll continue to bring you joy.

Sea holly (Eryngium) in a brown bud vase by Heath Ceramics on a desk next to Wraptillion's Delicate Scarab Necklace, Delicate Lotus Necklace, reading glasses, and a laptop.

Sneak peek into my studio — here’s the Delicate Scarab Necklace and Delicate Lotus Necklace I’m working on, from the Delicate Botanicals collection.

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Sea holly (Eryngium) in a brown bud vase by Heath Ceramics on a desk next to a jewelry stand with Wraptillion's spiky floral Trellis Earrings.

Up next: the Trellis Earrings, from the Mechanical Garden collection.

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Want to see more sneak peeks into my studio and what’s growing and/or blooming here? See the studio flowers tag.

Compiled image of four photos featuring a small floral arrangement of sea holly and Wraptillion's jewelry in the studio.

summer black: 3 style sketches

9 Jul 2021

Compilation of three outfit ideas, featuring sketches of knit dresses by Universal Standard and modern floral earrings by Wraptillion. Text on image reads: style sketches: summer black.

Animated GIF compilation of the three style sketches seen in this post, featuring watercolor-style knit black dresses and photos of spiky silver-colored earrings from Wraptillion's Mechanical Garden collection. Text on image reads: style sketches by wraptillion

Outfit idea featuring a style sketch of the Geneva V-Neck Dress by Universal Standard in black and the Lotus Earrings by Wraptillion. Text on image reads: + dark lip + black toenails + silver sandals = balcony date night.

No matter what season it is, chances are I’m wearing black! It’s chic, classic, edgy, and looks great with my currently-purple hair. For this summer’s outfit ideas, here are a few easy dresses paired with edgy floral earrings from my Mechanical Garden collection, including what to wear to date night on a balcony, a modern picnic, or a Goth-style day at the beach. I really love Universal Standard‘s knit dress designs — they’re so flowy and modern, and I love their inclusive sizing! I hope you enjoy these style sketches!

Above, the Geneva V-Neck Dress from Universal Standard in black, with my intricate modern chainmail Lotus Earrings, for an intimate balcony dinner date night. Time to paint your toenails black and pull out those silver sandals!

Outfit idea featuring a style sketch of the Tesino Washed Jersey Dress by Universal Standard in black and the Short Fuchsia Earrings by Wraptillion. Text on image reads: + rose gold nails + straw bag + flat sandals = modern picnic.

Above, the little modern dangles of my Short Fuchsia Earrings and the high-low hem of Universal Standard‘s Tesino Washed Jersey Dress in black are perfect for a modern picnic! Rose gold nails add a little easy polish, while a straw bag and flat sandals let you go anywhere.

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Outfit idea featuring a style sketch of the Athena Dress by Universal Standard in black and the Rose Window Earrings by Wraptillion. Text on image reads: + sunglasses + black sandals + black toenails = Goth beach day.

Above, a flowy black maxi dress (Universal Standard‘s Athena Dress in black) and the modern chainmail circles of my Rose Window Earrings make a statement! Add sunglasses, sandals (black, of course!) and paint those toenails black for a beach day, Goth-style. (Or, you know, anyone who wants to try out a new style for a day!)

Of course, these edgy modern floral earrings aren’t season-specific, and you don’t have to buy a whole new wardrobe to put your own outfit together! Whether you’re looking for bold statement earrings or delicate dangles, try the Mechanical Garden collection.

Photo of Wraptillion's Lotus Earrings (intricate floral-inspired modern chainmail dangle earrings in silver tone)

Short Fuchsia Earrings by Wraptillion, from the Delicate Botanical collection

Rose Window Earrings by Wraptillion (modern botanical-inspired silver-tone earrings)

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Looking for more outfit ideas? See more of my style sketches here!

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studio flowers: star jasmine

5 Jul 2021

Pale yellow star jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) flowers and green leaves in a bud vase by Heath Ceramics on a desk in Wraptillion's studio workspace, with the modern botanical-inspired Rose Window Earrings, Trellis Earrings, and Garland Earrings, reading glasses, pliers, and jewelry components..

I wish you could smell the star jasmine I cut to enjoy in my studio this week. Its gorgeous, haunting scent makes me think of evenings in California (where I grew up), lush and lovely as gardenias and orange blossom, but much easier to grow in my colder Seattle-area garden. I love the spiky, delicate flowers and shining green leaves with my Rose Window Earrings, Trellis Earrings, and Garland Earrings (from my modern botanical-inspired Mechanical Garden jewelry collection), above. This pale yellow version is Trachelospermum asiaticum, a little hardier than the Trachelospermum jasminoides I remember.

Here’s a closeup (in my favorite Heath Ceramics bud vase — mine’s in their Redwood glaze, which doesn’t seem to be available right now.)

Time to get back to work! Or… I could watch the mesmerizing swing of these earrings a little longer…

Cover screen for a short video featuring pale yellow star jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) flowers and green leaves in a bud vase by Heath Ceramics on a desk in Wraptillion's studio workspace, with the modern botanical-inspired Rose Window Earrings, Trellis Earrings, and Garland Earrings.

Want to see more of how I bring a little beauty to my workspace? See more of my studio flowers posts.

Trellis Earrings by Wraptillion (modern botanical-inspired spiky abstract floral silver-tone earrings)

Garland Earrings by Wraptillion (modern botanical-inspired spiky abstract floral silver-tone chandelier earrings)

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Comppiled image of 3 photos featuring pale yellow star jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) flowers and green leaves in a bud vase by Heath Ceramics on a desk in Wraptillion's studio workspace, with the modern botanical-inspired Rose Window Earrings, Trellis Earrings, and Garland Earrings, reading glasses, jewelry in progress, and a laptop. Text on image reads: studio flowers: star jasmine. wraptillion.

Vine, Fir Cone, and Tendril Earrings, from the Mechanical Garden collection

1 Jul 2021

Wraptillion's Vine Earrings, Fir Cones Earrings, and Tendril Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Looking for delicate botanical-inspired earrings that are sleek and modern, but still sinuous and organic? These little dangles will add a touch of edgy style to your look without raising any eyebrows in the office. Above, the Vine Earrings, Fir Cone Earrings, and Tendril Earrings, from from my modern botanical-inspired Mechanical Garden jewelry collection.

Wraptillion's Vine Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Vine Earrings

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Wraptillion's Fir Cones Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Fir Cone Earrings,

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Wraptillion's Tendril Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Tendril Earrings

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Just here for the orchids? Here you go. (I love them too!)

The orchid featured here is my Encyclia mariae (formerly known as Euchile mariae.)

Orchid Encyclia mariae (formerly Euchile mariae) blooms on a desk in Wraptillion's studio next to a steel jewelry stand and earrings from Wraptillion's Mechanical Garden collection.

Compiled image of 4 photos featuring Wraptillion's Vine Earrings, Fir Cone Earrings, and Tendril Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae in a green cachepot.

Fuchsia, Hops, and Laburnum Earrings, from the Mechanical Garden collection

30 Jun 2021

Wraptillion's Short Fuchsia Earrings, Long Fuchsia Earrings, Hops Earrings, and Laburnum Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Here’s a few more earring photos from my modern botanical-inspired Mechanical Garden jewelry collection, taken with this gorgeous orchid in my studio workspace! Above, the Short Fuchsia Earrings and Long Fuchsia Earrings are delicate little abstract floral dangle earrings, while the swinging, kinetic sculptural Hops Earrings and Laburnum Earrings have a bolder, edgy feel. Somehow, their abstract modern style pairs perfectly with lush Art Deco and Art Nouveau designs.

Wraptillion's Short Fuchsia Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Short Fuchsia Earrings — smallest and most delicate of this group. Perfect for travel, for work or for fun — these lightweight, easy neutral earrings go with everything!

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Wraptillion's Long Fuchsia Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Long Fuchsia Earrings: medium length, an easy day-to-night, office-to-date option. Office appropriate, but definitely your style.

see the Long Fuchsia Earrings modeled here

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Wraptillion's Hops Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Hops Earrings: perfect for date night at the brewpub with jeans, or something a little fancier — wherever your plans take you.

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Wraptillion's Laburnum Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae.

Above, the Laburnum Earrings: great for a modern, edgy black tie outfit that’s not at all stuffy — think hip benefit gala or cool modern wedding. But they pair well with a simple summer maxi dress, too — wear them to that summer concert under the stars or vacation date on the lanai!

see the Laburnum Earrings modeled here

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Just here for the orchids? Here you go. (I love them too!)

The orchid featured here is my Encyclia mariae (formerly known as Euchile mariae.)

Compiled image of 4 photos featuring Wraptillion's Short and Long Fuchsia Earrings, Hops Earrings, and Laburnum Earrings with blooming orchid Encyclia mariae in a green cachepot.