Blog Feed: tiaras & trash

Spring giveaway!

Published on 2013-05-04 10:46:56

The sun is shining and spring is finally here! So to celebrate the end of winter we’ve decided to run a Facebook competition to win one of our crystal encrusted headdresses… To win this Trailing Orchid headdress all you have … Conti

A Most Curious Wedding Fair

Published on 2013-04-17 03:42:46

This one goes out to all you southern brides to be…this weekend, Sat 20th & Sunday 21st we’re going to be exhibiting our sparkles and launching our new collection ‘Birds of Paradise’ at an AMAzING wedding fair!!! A Most Curiou

Fab.com

Published on 2013-03-18 06:50:13

OMG, I’m sooooo excited to announce that…. Rene Walrus are on Fab.com selling as part of The Bridal Shop this week!!!!! It’s been a crazy, month long, crystal marathon and our fingers are aching from all the making but we’ve &

Vogue Italia February 2013 Issue

Published on 2013-02-10 06:43:44

Well it’s not everyday that you get an email from one of the worlds top stylists, Karl Templer, for your designs to be photographed by the amazing Craig McDean for an editorial in Vogue Italia….but that is exactly what happened … Co

Sirens

Published on 2013-01-30 09:50:32

FINALLY all the headdresses and jewellery from the Black Mermaid collection have been uploaded and are ready to purchase!!! The collection was beautifully photographed by Stephen McGarry just before Christmas on a chilly and windy Scottish beach. It

Licence to ill

Published on 2013-01-07 17:35:45

Ahhhhh Christmas holidays, don’t you just hate them? Tis the season to be ill and this year seems to be the worst one yet. Pretty much everyone I know has had some sort of cold or chest infection and it … Continue reading →

2013 Jewellery Classes

Published on 2012-12-13 08:26:25

2013 is going to be THE year for DIY so if you fancy trying something spectacular why not come along to our Swarovski jewellery workshops…. See you there! ♥♥♥

Karl Lagerfeld presents Chanel, Metier d’Arts 2012

Published on 2012-12-03 07:46:23

OK so unless you’ve been hibernating under your duvet you should be aware that Karl Lagerfeld is presenting the Chanel, Metier d’Arts 2012 show at Linlithgow Palace tomorrow evening… Yes that’s right, Linlithgow Palace, just a

Babb-a-licious

Published on 2012-11-26 15:40:58

You just have to see this fun filled, fabulous wedding of one of my favourite wedding photographers Laura Babb on Whimsical Wonderland Weddings Blog. I embellished Laura’s bridal shoes and they were sooo much fun to do, check them out…. &

GET YER ROCKS ON!

Published on 2012-11-14 08:47:49

I’m so ridiculously excited to announce that Rene Walrus Atelier is now stocked in Kabiri, London!!!! Kabiri is one of my all time favourite jewellery stores in the world, every time I’m in London I press my nose up against … Contin

Rene Walrus Jewellery Classes In Edinburgh

Published on 2012-10-03 16:12:58

FINALLY…(after years of being asked) we’ve decided to hold jewellery classes in our little boutique in Edinburgh. OH YES, we are VERY excited as these won’t be your average jewellery workshops. Using fine materials including Swarovski crystal, in each class … Continue reading →

Bag lady

Published on 2012-09-07 11:48:05

I just HAD to post about this fabulous new handbag range, Patrick Shannon that’s just launched in the US TODAY!!! Check these bad boys out… Created by Los Angeles based designer Shannon Gogerchin, Patrick Shannon is a line of affordable luxury … Continue reading →

Alternative Accessories

Published on 2012-09-03 09:08:37

So what did you guys get up to at the weekend? Me, I thought I’d branch out and try an alternative way to accessorise….an 8ft yellow python…. Takes a while to get used to the weight and the slithering…but over … Continue reading →

Couture embroidery tutorial…

Published on 2012-09-01 10:29:22

After my post on Mary Katrantzou’s pencil skirt the other day I just thought I’d pop up a little couture embroidery tutorial to show you how it’s done…minus the pencils I thought it’d be easier to start off with sequins … Continue reading →

Mary quite contrary

Published on 2012-08-31 08:39:15

I am in LOVE with Mary Katrantzou and her amazing prints. Well lets face it, who isn’t? But… I only recently discovered that her ‘pencil’ dress wasn’t a print, it was REAL HB pencils embroidered on by the legendary Lesage, … Continue reading →

Rain rain go away…

Published on 2012-08-29 11:54:45

Last Days of Summer…

Published on 2012-08-20 07:32:12

As the last days of summer inch ever closer I just wanted to share this ridiculously girly photoshoot we that was featured on Rock n Roll Bride recently. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun I’d been itching to do a fun, … Continue reading →

Girl you ROCK!

Published on 2012-07-14 06:37:56

This amazing photoshoot was put together by the creative genius that is Laura McKinnon. An international award winning photographer specializing in fashion photography, Laura has worked at london fashion week and been published on vogue.it. She also publishes the online … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 ♥♡♥

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 →

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 →

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! ♥♡♥

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! ♥♡♥

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!!! ♥♡♥  

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 →

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! ♥♡♥  

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. ♥♡♥

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? ♥♡♥

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 →

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 →

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 →

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

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,

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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?

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…..

New Romantics

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

Get ready for love at first sight…

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.

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

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

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!

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

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

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.

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 →

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 →

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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