a pair & a spare

inspiration: Chain

DIY INSPIRATION – CHAIN STRAP SKIRT

This S/S12 Givenchy skirt has an amazing chain strap and rounded cut out hem. DIYable? Yes indeed! This is going at the top of my ‘when-I’m-next-in-a-thrift-store’ list as the inspiration for a before & after project.

Images: Fashiontoast

DIY ON THE RUNWAY – TOPSHOP UNIQUE SS12 ARM CHAIN

A lovely take on the body jewellery that’s been popular for a while now, this gold arm adornment could easily be made with some bangles and chain. One of my favourites from the Topshop Unique SS12 show.

Images via Oracle Fox

DIY Inspiration – Balmain Resort

The Balmain 2012 Resort collection was filled with DIY inspiration – draped chains, embellished jackets, thigh high split skirts, and boots with gold embellished points. I have a million ideas about little DIYs to do based on these gorgeous pieces.