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312 - Ashley's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on June 18 2019
New client, Ashley, purchased this Chanel Card holder from me for strassing. She really loved the yellow and pink ombre card cases I've done and wanted a black to light purple case. For this SLG, we used Jet, purple velvet and provence lavender Swarovski rhinestones. Results below. For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available...
311 - Baige's Chanel
Posted on June 12 2019
New client, Baige, sent in this fabric medium sized Chanel Bag for a strassing makeover. For Chanel Bags, I usually recommend sending in non patent leather or satin bags for strassing since they make better bases. Check out the before and after pictures below. Have something that you'd like strassed? Head...
310 - Angelica's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on June 09 2019
For this deep red Chanel Card Holder, I went with Volcano strass. This one was on the market for a couple months before new client, Angelica purchased it. For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available for purchase, head on over to the "Custom Luxe" tab. Or if you have something in mind that you'd like transformed,...
309 - Michael's Chanel Card Holder (2)
Posted on May 27 2019
I loved working on Claudia's Pink ombre SLG so much I decided to strass this yellow one in a 3 color yellow fade. This one was scooped up and sold to my repeat client, Michael. For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available for purchase, head on over to the "Custom Luxe" tab. Or if you have something...
308 - Nicole's Rebecca Minkoff
Posted on May 24 2019
Nicole sent in her Rebecca Minkoff Flap for Crystal chevron strassing. Great alternative to the Chanel Boy if you're looking for a more budget friendly option. Original idea was just to strass the chevron part but I added rhinestones to the trim too to complete the look. Check out the...
307 - Komal's Louis Vuitton
Posted on May 18 2019
Repeat client, Komal is back for her third strass! I've been dying to work on some more bags and thought that the LV mini speedy would look cute blinged up :) This bag was actually originally commissioned by another client but due to unforeseen circumstances, I put it back on the market...
305 - 306 - Allison Eden x Bloomingdales x UB!
Posted on May 16 2019
I was beyond excited when my friend Allison Eden asked if I wanted to create a bag and shoe combo for her Bloomingdales Spring 2019 Pop Up. Bloomingdales loved it soo much, they made it part of their PERMANENT display! Be sure to stop by Bloomingdale's 59th St. location. The display is on the...
304 - Hollie's Gumball Machine
Posted on May 06 2019
Repeat client Hollie has had bad experiences getting home decor custom strassed by other professionals. So she reached out to me to see if I would be able to strass this Gumball Machine for her. How amazing did it come out! I'm obsesseeeeeed. Keep scrolling for video. If you'd like...
303 - Melia's Pigalle
Posted on April 30 2019
New client, Melia, sent in her Pigalle 100s for Rose Gold strass. Unfortunately I forgot to take a before picture but here are the final results.
Chanel Bag available for purchase. Head on over to the Custom Luxe tab.
302 - Kris's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on April 27 2019
New client, Kris, purchased this Chanel Card Holder from me for Meridian blue strassing. I really just can't get over how awesome this color is. Check out the before and after pictures below. For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available for purchase, head on over to the "Custom Luxe" tab. Or if you have something in...
301 - Komal's Chevron Wallet
Posted on April 19 2019
Repeat client, Komal, purchased this Chanel Wallet that I chevroned in Silver Shade. Strass is such a great way to hide flaws. This wallet had significant scuffing to the exterior but the interior was pristine. This size is perfect if you're looking for a piece that can double as a clutch. For...
300! - Claudia's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on April 12 2019
Repeat client, Claudia, is back for her second strass! She purchased this Chanel Card Holder from me and came up with the idea of a three color pink ombre. Umm yessssssssssssss. Check out the transformation pictures below. Top photo is the final product. For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available for purchase, head on...
299 - Cynthia's Marthas
Posted on April 06 2019
Repeat client, Cynthia, is back for her 21st strass piece! These Louboutin Martha's were custom strassed in White Opal. I've included some btwn transformation pics.
298 - Michael's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on March 31 2019
Christina's card holder came out just so fabulously, I decided to scour the web for some preowned ones to makeover. For my first SLG personal project, I picked up this Navy Blue Perforated Card Holder and decided to strass it in my personal favorite Swarovski rhinestone... Meridian Blue :) New...
If you think it's expensive to hire a professional... wait until you hire an amateur
Posted on March 13 2019
Cautionary tale of 2019. I've repaired a lot of badly strassed pieces over the years but this one took the cake!
297 - Christina's Chanel Card Holder
Posted on February 28 2019
Christina is back with her second strass! I've been dying to strass a Chanel SLG for the longesttttt. Thrilled at the opportunity and absolutely in love with how this turned out (especially since this isn't something offered by Chanel). Can't wait to work on more :) For all Chanel Bags/SLGs still available...
296 - Sinemed's Pigalle
Posted on January 22 2019
Custom strassed these formerly red patent Pigalle's for my new overseas client, Sinemed! If you have a pair of heels you'd like transformed, send me an email via the contact us page and I'll get back to you within 2 business days.
295 - Christina's Prada Heels
Posted on December 01 2018
New client, Christina, sent in these Prada heels for a strassing makeover. These heels were custom strassed in Crystal AB.
294 - Trinh's Lady Peeps
Posted on November 27 2018
New client, Trinh sent in these Lady Peeps for a strassing makeover. If you look closely at the before pic, there is a gash on the right shoe near the pinky toe area. Fixed and completely noticeably now... send in your shoes for a glamorous makeover today!
293 - Estefania's So Kates
Posted on September 06 2018
New client, Estefania from Spain, sent in her So Kates for Crystal Dorado strass.
292 - Shruti's Chanel
Posted on June 19 2018
YESSSSS. I do love a drastic transformation. For Shruti's fifth Chanel Bag transformation, she asked me to not only change the color of the bag but to paint the strap and inside flaps to match. So in love with this color rhinestone.
291 - Shaterra's Pigalle Plato
Posted on May 15 2018
New client, Shaterra's Nude Patent Pigalle Plato's strassed in crystal.
290 - Hollies Madame Butterly
Posted on April 19 2018
Repeat client, Hollie, is back for her third strass and I am just OBSESSEDDDD with how these came out! Hollie's Madame Butterfly Boots custom strassed in Light Rose AB and Light Rose on the bows.
288 - Shay's Yasling
Posted on April 11 2018
New client, Shay, sent in these Yaslings for silk strassing. The bows were more difficult to strass than I imagined but the outcome is just soo fabulous.
287 - Vivian's Palais Royal
Posted on April 09 2018
New client, Vivian from Canada's Palais Royal's strassed in Golden Shadow.
286 - Sheba's Chanel
Posted on March 31 2018
Repeat client, Sheba's fourth Chanel strass. For this Medium Double flap, Sheba chose to go with a custom chevron in LR AB. Chevron is a great alternative to reg strass if you're looking for something different and/or a more budget friendly but still Swarovski option. Pricing is 30% less than reg strass. Please message me...
285 - Alley's Chanel
Posted on March 26 2018
New client, Alley's Vintage Chanel Bag strassed in Silk.
283 - 284 -Minal's Chanel and Louboutin
Posted on March 09 2018
Repeat client, Minal is back for some more strass. This set was custom strassed in Light Rose AB.
282 - Molly's Louis Junior Spikes
Posted on March 01 2018
New client, Molly's Louis Junior Spikes strassed in Light Siam.
281 - Crystal's Chanel
Posted on February 14 2018
New client, Crystal's Chanel Bag strassed in a Pink Chevron
280 - Egyptian Queen's Chanel
Posted on December 21 2017
New client, Egyptian Queen's Chanel East West Flap strassed in Jet.
279 - Panthere's Decoltish
Posted on December 06 2017
Repeat client, Panthere's back for another Strass. Decoltish custom strassed in Light Rose AB.
278 - Hollie's Jenny Slings
Posted on October 09 2017
Repeat client Hollie is back for her third strass!
These heels were painted a custom color then strassed in Aquamarine AB.
Personal Project - Chanel Rose Gold Boy
Posted on October 05 2017
I bought this preowned Chanel Rose Gold boy as a personal strassing makeover project :) Strassed the center panel and sides in Rose Gold - click here to purchase.
277 - Anna's Pigalle Folles
Posted on October 03 2017
New client, Anna, sent in these Pigalle Foilles 100 for a strassing makeover! These heels were painted a custom color then strassed in Crystal AB
276 - Cynthia's Pigalle 120
Posted on October 01 2017
Repeat client Cynthia, is back for some more bling! These patent neon yellow Pigalle 120’s were painted a custom color then strassed in Vitrail Medium
275 - Amie's Small Chanel
Posted on September 27 2017
New client, Amie, sent in this vintage Chanel Bag for a strassing makeover! This bag was painted in a custom color then strassed in Rose Gold Swarovski rhinestones.
Private Commisions
Posted on August 30 2017
Over the years I've worked on some private commissions for clients who've wished to remain anon. Here's a sampling of privately commissioned projects. Please contact me via the contact page if you have a project you'd like me to work on.
274 - Hollie's Hyper Prives
Posted on August 12 2017
Repeat client Hollie, is back for another strass! These Hyper Prive’s were custom strassed in Volcano swarovski rhinestones.
273 - Panthere's Jimmy Choos
Posted on August 08 2017
New client Panthere, sent in these Jimmy Choo’s for a strassing makeover! These were painted a custom color then strassed in Vitrail Medium
272 - Virginia's Iriza 120
Posted on August 04 2017
New client Virginia, sent in these Iriza 120’s for a strassing makeover! These were custom strassed in Crystal AB
271 - Susan's Mini Chanel
Posted on August 02 2017
New client Susan, purchased and commissioned this Chanel Bag from me! This bag was custom strassed in Jet Swarovski rhinestones.
270 - Jessica's Jenny 100's
Posted on July 29 2017
Repeat client Jessica, is back for another strass! These Jenny 100’s were custom strassed in a three color green fade.
267 - 269 Shruti's Chanel Bags
Posted on July 27 2017
Repeat client Shruti, is back for a couple more drastic bag transformation strasses! The beige and gold Chanel Bags were painted a custom color then strassed in CAL and the black Chanel Bag was painted light gold and strassed in Silk :)
266 - Jackie A's Mini Chanel
Posted on June 15 2017
New client, Jackie A, purchased this Chanel Bag from me for strassing! This bag will was painted a custom color then strassed in Light Rose AB Swarovski rhinestones.
265 - Gina's Chanel
Posted on June 13 2017
New client, Gina, sent in this Chanel Bag for a strassing makeover! This bag was custom strassed in Silk Swarovski rhinestones.
264 - Hollie's Daffodile
Posted on June 11 2017
New client, Hollie, sent in these Daffodile’s for a strassing makeover! These was painted a custom color then strassed in Vitrail Medium swarovski rhinestones.
263 - Anna's Chanel
Posted on June 09 2017
New client, Anna, purchased this Chanel Bag from me for strassing! This bag was painted a custom color then strassed in Crystal AB Swarovski rhinestones.
261 - 262 - Jessica's Chanel and Rockstuds
Posted on June 07 2017
Repeat client Jessica, is back for some more strass! This Chanel Bag and rock studs were custom chevron strassed.