Friday, 10 October 2008

Isn't it good, Norwegian Wood

Having previously posted about my desire for a chain or harness type accessory to layer over clothes I was excited to spot this one on the Norwegian Wood etsy store. Created by Angie Montreal - she of Susie Bubble caged skirt fame - it's probably my favourite example of these layering pieces as I love the contrast between the thick black zips and the draping chains.




The chain is modelled here by Michelle Yue who commissioned Angie to make it. Her chictopia post proves how truly versatile it is.

Being blessed/cursed (depending on your view) in the chest department I don't think bisecting each boob with a chain would really work for me, but I'm considering contacting Angie about a modified version... or possibly a caged skirt. Even with the sterling/dollar exchange rate not what it was, both are is still immensely affordable. And it's great how the rest of us can now benefit from Susie and Michelle (and of course Angie's) amazing ideas.

21 comments:

caro. said...

that. is. fanfreakingtastic!
i want one!!!

instantvintage said...

Thank You!!! I was hoping I didn't have to DIY this. YAY!

apricot tea. said...

Ooo, I like this look. It works. :]

the healthy ghost said...

It´s very original

jo said...

i saw that on angie's etsy shop too. it's marvy - but i get you on the disecting boob part hahaha. would be more appropriate if one is less endowed

Miss Karen said...

This looks incredible! What a great idea.

Idhren said...

That is awsome! I might contact Angie aswell to design a slightly different kind of model.. That harness sure is pure bliss.

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Sal said...

Some of the cage and harness stuff spooks me, but this piece is really rockin'

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beccajanie said...

those chains are so cool. I don't know if I could pull it off but for those who can they look great.

Anthea said...

OMG I looooove it! Thanks for sharing this :)

Lauriane said...

Weird to say this, but this is very proenza schouler s/s09 :)

Alice said...

I love that skirt!!

SOMETHING PICASSO said...

very few words to describe the greatness, damn!

the back kind of owns...

lacouturiernyc said...

that's awesome! i really want a body chain; they're so edgy and chic!

saray said...

the body chain is great!

nv said...

i love those body chains but im hesitant to try it out, maybe i will. it looks so cool

miss muse said...

omg those chains rocks the whole outfit! i love iiiiiiiittt!!!

sarah said...

this has got to be the greatest diy project i have seen! fantastic. i tried a diy this weekend... it turned out interesting, it was balmain-inspired but don't know that i did it justice! check it out if you have time!

Rumi said...

Michelle and Angie are both geniuses.

Victoire said...

Angie has a new Harness on her Etsy shop that might work for you, since it doesn't dissect the boobs as this one might. She was wearing one over a lovely floral vintage blouse when I saw her the other night, and the hard/soft contrast was just awesome!