Blog Feed: tiaras & trash

Tiaras to trash…

Published on 2012-05-17 12:50:24

I’ve been itching for months to post this fabulously unusual and hilarious beauty shoot by the wonderfully inventive Cristina Cara Caso featuring our Rene Walrus tiaras and now finally I can… Jay Miller‘s exaggerated make-up is superb and so is the fabulously … Continue reading → > read more

Roller coaster

Published on 2012-04-26 07:06:19

There’s never a dull moment here at Rene Walrus HQ but lately it seems that the roller coaster is picking up speed. April started off with illness and broken shop windows and has ended up with editorials in major publications … Continue reading → > read more

Cinematic

Published on 2012-04-03 03:20:22

Just had to post this great interactive fashion film I saw this morning by the brand Only. Click on the image below to watch the full film… OK, OK so the voice over is extremely kookie annoying, the acting can … Continue reading → > read more

Spring has sprung

Published on 2012-03-29 06:25:36

Well the clocks changed last weekend, which for me signals the proper start of Spring and with that it seems like the British weather has finally decided to play ball and we’ve had the most glorious week. As much as … Continue reading → > read more

Rockin’ it

Published on 2012-03-22 14:39:30

Had an AMAZING day yesterday in the Chimney House, Sheffield at the School of Rock, a blogging workshop run by Kat from Rock n Roll Bride. I’ve followed Kat’s blog for years and I have to admit I actually have a … Continue reading → > read more

Life in the fast lane

Published on 2012-03-21 02:28:53

Where the hell does time go? Seriously, sometimes I wish there was 48 hours in the day not 24 and maybe an extra 10 pairs of hands would help too. Here I am, 6am on Wednesday morning (I was up … Continue reading → > read more

The camera never lies…

Published on 2012-03-19 17:35:05

I’ve been meaning to upload these AMAZING pics of the Prohibition Glamour show by Andrew R Moore for ages but I just couldn’t whittle them down to a select few so I’ve decided just to upload all of them… WOW, … Continue reading → > read more

Punk Couture

Published on 2012-03-16 07:05:17

If this doesn’t make you salivate for Haute Couture then there’s something wrong with you…. GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE = L♥VE ♥♡♥ > read more

Glam bam thankyou mam!

Published on 2012-03-14 16:32:38

Here’s a few behind the scenes pics from the Prohibition Glamour fashion show we were involved with a few weeks back, shot by the super talented Daniela Flores….. It was SUCH a fun night and I’ll be uploading all the catwalk … Continue reading → > read more

Crazy nights, crazy days!

Published on 2012-02-21 05:38:13

Hey lovelies, so sorry for the long absence but the last couple of months has been CRAZY!!! Firstly, my Rene Walrus Atelier S/S12 range was featured by the fabulous Queen Michelle on my all time favourite fashion blog…. kingdomofstyle.com back … Continue reading → > read more

Runs in the family

Published on 2012-01-29 07:31:44

Loving my 6 year old niece’s prediction of what the fashionistas will be wearing next season… Multi-colours and stripes on top of stripes… fabulous daaaaarrrrling! ♥♡♥ > read more

Candy Rock!

Published on 2012-01-24 07:37:41

Rene Walrus Atelier S/S12 photoshoot Part 2… Rene Walrus Atelier is now listed on Not Just Another Label, a directory for pioneers in contemporary fashion! ♥♡♥ > read more

Shoulder holder

Published on 2012-01-20 10:54:27

Check out this crazy commission for a special performer I was working on today…   Dip dye tassels, spikes, Swarovski crystals, oxidized chain… this baby has it all!!! ♥♡♥   > read more

Should have gone to Specsavers…

Published on 2012-01-19 16:24:55

Check out these amazing shots by Scott Wilson from Tiny Halo Modern Photography, featuring our Cleo Necklace, Rajathan Necklace and new ‘Gaga’ Swarovski encrusted specs… I was so excited when I saw this one above, it really needs a billboard … Continue reading → > read more

Sweet Like Candy

Published on 2012-01-18 09:13:15

Woohooo, finally, here it is! It’s the Rene Walrus Atelier S/S12 photoshoot Part 1… Hope you like them! ♥♡♥   > read more

Midnight at the oasis

Published on 2012-01-07 06:41:11

A little teaser from our new Rene Walrus bridal range coming soon…. Midnight at the Oasis earrings in sterling silver with Swarovski crystals. ♥♡♥ > read more

In the press!

Published on 2012-01-05 16:33:36

I was just flicking through my fabulous brand new copy of The Scottish Wedding Directory and look what I found… Our Rene Walrus, Louis and Trailing Orchid tiaras, don’t they look exquisite? ♥♡♥ > read more

SALE

Published on 2012-01-04 09:21:21

Are you ready? Because it’s time for a great big fat Rene Walrus SALE!!! We offering up to 50% off jewellery and 10% off all bridal orders at our shop in Edinburgh and free shipping worldwide on all internet orders until the 22nd … Continue reading → > read more

Star spangled

Published on 2012-01-03 09:20:21

Well, what a fabulous end to 2011 when the Star tiara I made for The Bijou Bride was featured on none other than the Rock n Roll Bride‘s blog last week!!! You can see all the pics in full on the … Continue reading → > read more

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Published on 2012-01-01 09:10:48

Happy New Year Everyone!!! Well I hope you’ve all recovered from your Hogmanay hangovers, I’m very jealous as I’ve been stuck in bed the last few days racked with the dreaded lurgy. (It’s the curse of the self-emplyed, as soon … Continue reading → > read more

Photoshoot

Published on 2011-06-23 03:34:41

It’s always a delight to lend our tiaras out for photoshoots but even more exciting to see the results. Here are some pics from a recent shoot showcasing some fabulous dresses by Freja Designer Dressmaking, gorgeous blooms by Planet Flowers, m > read more

French toast!

Published on 2011-06-17 11:23:15

I have to admit, I’ve been obsessing over Delphine Manivet’s exquisite bridal creations for quite some time now and seeing Lily Allen head to toe in Manivet last weekend was perfect. coventrytelegraph.net No one does laid back, vintage, > read more

test

Published on 2011-06-01 06:07:00

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Plaits please

Published on 2011-05-31 17:41:44

Plaits seem to be everywhere at the moment and they are soooo sexy…. Goddamn my short boyish cropped hair!!! Right, time to get creative…..hmmmm maybe I could steal a horses tail and fake it like Twiggy? > read more

True Romance

Published on 2011-05-12 08:32:49

Here’s a little film of our Rene Walrus photoshoot, I hope you like it….. > read more

New Romantics

Published on 2011-05-11 16:41:27

Get ready for love at first sight… > read more

Showstopper

Published on 2011-05-04 15:51:59

Here’s a few pics of the Alexander McQueen Exhibition at the Met, now if this doesn’t get the average fashion junky salivating I don’t know what will…. Mmmmm……New York is calling me. > read more

The real ‘Queen’

Published on 2011-05-03 17:34:44

While us brits were still recovering from our post Royal wedding hangover, the truly fabulous and dirty rich were strutting their stuff in fashion jewels at the Met Gala in the Big Apple to celebrate the opening of Alexander McQueen: … Continue > read more

1970′s Angel

Published on 2011-04-13 15:37:24

I’m loving the current 1970′s fashion trends and this amazing shoot of Valerie Van der Graaf by Andoni & Arantxa for Yo Donna Espana captures the Charlie’s Angels vibe perfectly. They’re going for the Farrah Fawcett look b > read more

What’s in a name?

Published on 2011-04-12 15:56:08

Look what I just found…..   New staff uniform? Ha, ha I LOVE it! > read more

Photoshoot en pointe

Published on 2011-04-11 17:01:32

Last week I finally managed to get everything (and everybody) together for the photoshoot of our new Rene Walrus 2011 designs and I can’t wait to get the images back from the photographer! There were a few mishaps on the … Continue readin > read more

Too haute to handle.

Published on 2011-04-02 17:20:56

Mmmm….. just been daydreaming about the current season’s Haute Couture gowns, now where did I leave that spare 40 grand? This sizzling red-hot Alexis Mabille number would be sure to turn heads. Or maybe a floor sweeping, space-age Armani > read more

Muse

Published on 2011-02-17 03:29:15

Ahhh…. Julia Stegner….the bavarian über model extrodinaire. If only she was my muse. All photographs courtesy of fabulous Muse Magazine and taken by the meistro photographer duo Daniele & Iango. > read more

Buzz buzz

Published on 2011-01-09 15:28:34

I’ve been a busy bee lately, setting up my Etsy shop and here’s the result…. I have to admit I’m a bit of a latecomer to Etsy. It was one of my best friends, a self confessed Etsy addict, who … Continue reading → > read more

Merry christmas, Mr Potter!

Published on 2010-12-17 18:08:23

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Whenever I see those magical flakes floating through the skies, a sense of romantic nostalgia grips me. Time slows down and noises are muffled as a blanket of calm envelopes the … Continue reading → > read more

Winter Wonder

Published on 2010-12-12 16:47:30

  I have a deep, dark secret……………….I LOVE WINTER! As much as I would like to be a sun soaked summer beach babe, I just can’t help but be seduced by frosty mornings, chunky knits and heart warming grub. O > read more

Strike a pose

Published on 2010-11-27 08:07:10

Jonas Peterson, wedding photographer extraordinaire, is surely living up to the Hebrew interpretation of his name as ‘the destroyer’. He is single handedly ripping up the rule book of traditional wedding photography and annihilating the c > read more

Party Season

Published on 2010-11-25 12:29:06

I’ve just finished a fabulous commission for a wonderful customer which I just had to share with you. It was for an special event to match this Jenny Packham dress which I must admit I’m lusting after myself… The customer … Co > read more

New Couture Range

Published on 2010-07-23 17:45:42

It’s been a crazy wedding season but I’ve finally found time to upload some of the designs from our New Couture Range and there’s a couple that I’ve particularly fallen head over heels for…. La Fontaine, £210 (A delicat > read more

Midsummer Night’s Dream

Published on 2010-07-20 19:15:47

My top tips for the ultimate Scottish summer wedding… 1. Choose a stunning, remote location. Lunga House 2. Hire a sexy car to get you there. 1968 Jaguar 420G 3. Rent a marquee for that country fair look. (and much needed … Continue read > read more

There’s no business like show business.

Published on 2010-07-14 16:11:17

Edinburgh festival is almost upon us and whether you love or loath it there’s no escape from the razzamatazz. Try as I might to display an outward appearance of cynicism, like most of the year-round Edinburgh citizens, I cannot help … Con > read more

New Vintage

Published on 2010-04-22 14:50:53

Here’s a sneaky preview of some vintage-look tiara designs I’ve been working on for the new Rene Walrus couture collection. Trailing Rose side tiara, £165 Rose Leaf side tiara, £165 Rajasthan Headdress, £255 Crescent side tiara, £165 > read more

Dandy Warhol

Published on 2010-04-22 14:18:50

I’ve been foolishly trying to grow out my blonde tresses but was given a wake-up call on holiday last week when one of my darling nieces exclaimed one morning “Aunty, why is your hair black and white? You look like … Continue readin > read more