'A la Mode

'A la mode

(fashionable)

Bonjour,

As an Instagram user, I recently found and started following "French Words," a poster of daily French words and their English translations.  The above was their post yesterday. I'm ashamed to admit that I, Frenchi, never knew that was the original meaning.  And to think I thought it only referred to the best way to serve pie.  Hmmm, I wonder who decided that if a dessert was served topped with ice cream, that was the "fashionable" way.

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As for jewelry, my latest creations may be considered "'a la mode."  In addition to my vintage assemblage jewelry, I like to make jewelry for the urban fashionista--or as I like to identify her, a "Frenchinista"--of which, on occasion, I consider myself one. Lately I have enjoyed making silver earrings with pretty bead and filigree dangles.  I use wire-wrapping techniques and even make my own hand-knotted headpins as enhancements.  The many lovely beads I find and am unable to resist are an endless inspiration for my creativity, such as the crystal beads found in these earrings.

These earrings and others may be found in my Etsy shop, FrenchiGraceDeux.

Do you have a special occasion that demands a certain accent to your outfit?  Or do you just want something to match a particular piece of clothing?  I'd love to make you the perfect jewelry to complete your fashion statement.  Please feel free to contact me via the link above. I love to collaborate with my customers to design a one-of-a-kind piece to ensure they feel their best-dressed.  Let's work together to create a style that is unquestionably 'a la mode.

Adieu,