Instagrammed Jewels Bikinis & Brassiere's

"This Bikini Made Me A Success" as said by Ursula Andress

Bikini's, Beachwear, Underwear ~ its all gonna get paired up with my Instagrammed Jewellery here.  I love a Bikini it takes me to exotic destinations. Beautiful beaches. Stunning Surf. Big floppy hats.

A Bikini allows me to have sunkissed skin and reminds me always of THAT paticular beach smell, you know the one thats has elements of suntan lotion, Watermelon, SeaSpray & sunshine?

Here I have collated my favourite images of beachwear & Underwear and I have teamed them with Jewellery pieces from the new design collection.

The cute Bambi numbers are laser cut Resin on vintage Brass Chain with French style lever backs.  Meet Bambinas, these were named by the lovely Kirsten over on Twitter where I ran a competition to find the best name. The winner won their very own pair, before they had even hit the shop.

I would wear Bambinas with ......

Love this shot found via SlumberDesign a great blog read.  The Bambinas would soften & pretty up the bold & beautiful in this smoking shot

Coming soon to the shop is the Le Exposition, a clash of the machine age deco with the Resin globe strung on Nappa Leather with tribal wood & Heishi beads.  The chain is vintage aged Brass.  This piece hangs to mid sunkissed chest.

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Frilly Pink Pants, chutzpah and hair down. The tribal Le Exposition toughens up the fluff of the frilliness

The Tallilah Tribal art earrings a clash of Bohemia & the African Spice Route. A fabulous Deco feel to these, as travel opened up our world we were exposed to all things exotic and wonderful with an explosion of Africaan & Bohemia , amongst others. During the great Exposition Internationale Des Arts Decoratifs, Ballet Russe & Folies de Bergeres fashion & jewellery were influenced by all of these and more. It was an exciting time!

Bone Daggers carved with exotic markings on Oxidized Brass dual Chain with Bohemia Czech glass tubes on 14k Gold fill dainty hooks

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This stylish retro one piece.  Polka dots and a sassy frill ~ whats not to like? Just simply add the Tallilah Bohemia, beach mussed hair and a slick of Coral Lipgloss.

The Folies de Bergeres duo a mix of old & modern worlde.Top Bohemia Green Drop with natural dyed Turquoise stone arrow.  Bottom~  Cut Glass Crystal with natural dyed Turquoise arrow on vintage French style lever back fastening. Sparkles rocked up

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This beautiful underwear/ lounge set. Bralet & Pants, monochrome & bows. How pretty would you feel lounging on your sun terrace Talitha Getty style wearing this little set with the rocked up sparkles ~ Folies de Bergeres? Think the Cut Glass Crystal drops are gonna do it with this little set from Australian based Hopeless Lingerie.  All designs are dreamt & handsewn by Gaby, a longtime favourite find more amazing underwear here.  Gaby also has a must see blog full of behind the scenes and all her inspirations see here

Fallen Star, laser cut Mother of Pearl with a beautiful creamy sheen.  The Star drop dangles from berry Red Czech Glass on vintaged Brass Patina chain with French style lever back hook. Inspired by the dancing girls & old movie stars who played & danced & sipped cocktails at venues like The Plantation Club & Follies - Bergere. 

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Another retro two piece with great print.  The Fallen Star could sit nonchalantly while hair is pinned up in messy bun.  Just accessorise with a smile while reclining somewhere with a fabulous sea view while inhaling all that particular, lovely invigorating sea air. I found this shot via this amazing image blog by BenTrovato. This shot by Jun Tuan. Go on over and see some inspiring images, you will spend hours gazing & perusing!

Middle sits The Seberg, the Chandelier drop Dagger piece.  A simple necklace designed with vintage Chandelier drop on Vintage Patinaed Brass chain.

Beautiful Crystal drop dagger. The Chandelier drop sparkles in the light giving this piece a unique rock vintage vibe. Dangling provocatively just below the collarbone you wont need any more adornment, just freshly washed hair. Lightly tanned face. Aubergine eyeshadow. Bare lashes. Coral lips and a freshly crumpled white t shirt. I have only a few of these beautiful facetted Chandelier Drops so truly unique & who knows which fancy theatre they once twinkled in?? Find at the shop

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Loving this underwear set from Paris Eres.  The burst of sunshine colour and the great almost tailor -like cut of this set could carry off the Vintage Chandelier Dagger drop perfectly.  Let a white shirt show a hint of the citrus strap with The Seberg nestled between unfastened buttons to catch the light. Just add a high ponytail & a touch of mascara. See more from Eres here

The Camille ~ here Beautiful vintage Japanese hand~blown glass beads. Handpainted both sides illustrating Japanese Art, Birds & Blossoms. Exquisitely made these two beads form the centre piece on knotted summer White Nappa Leather on Sterling Silver caps.  Mixing it up with vintage patina Belcher chain. This piece sits mid sunkissed chest. Japanese Art exploded on the scene during the great Art Deco period and was greatly prized & sought after by collectors. It was felt across the Western world, influencing greats such as Toulouse~Lautrec, Degas & Klimt to name a few.

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There's a subtle Deco feel to this image.  The dark edginess of the image and outfit lends itself beautifully to the prettiness of the hand painted illustrations of  The Camille. Pretty & tough a perfect combination to flirt the evening away. For more great lingerie including a daringly different Bridal range see Kris Soonik

The Tabitha Czech ~ here  Old Czech glass tubes form the everlasting triangle. The Glass tubes give off an almost neon light lending just a little Vegas Neon edge to these classic looking earrings.  Suspended from luminous Sea Glass beads on a classic Old feel French lever back.

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Nonchalance.  The Tabitha Czech will lend a glimmer of old school colour to this all Noir easy outfit. Just tuck big hair behind the ear, lounge on your favourite armchair sipping a glass of Red.  While gazing out on your favourite view.  I love the modern day retro feel of this shot. Image source not known, if you do then please let me know so I can give proper credit.

To the left is The Marlene Star. It is both modern and old, simple yet authentic.  With the Little Star formed from luscious Mother of Pearl & laser cut to form. Suspended from vintaged Enamel connectors on French lever backs. This piece could also be ordered with 14k Gold fill French Hooks ~ to make them even more precious, the choice is yours.  See here

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I know the rest of the pairings have been lingerie & Bikini's but how could I not include this fabulous Wedding Dress? I came across the brand whilst halfway through working on this post and fell in love & immediately knew the Willow would marry the The Marlene Star. The Willow Dress is just one from their gorgeous Bridal range. 

The range has a real gracious & Old Movie Star feel.  Belle and Bunty was established in 2003 by the design duo ~Alice Shreeve and Hannah Coniam-Thompson. The Bridal range launched 2010. The label stands out to me for their fabulous hand illustrated prints and their beautifully feminine dresses. They have serious Swirl appeal!

 For the shop go here and get your own little love affair going on.

Some of the new Jewellery pieces are yet to be added to The Shop but they're coming soon.  If in the meantime there is something you WANT right now then please feel free to use the contact page.

new vintage collection la habana

'A little magic goes a long way' Roald Dahl

The Suzie Wheat Vintage Shop is officially open.

 Made in the UK, Suzie Wheat pieces are defined by uniquely sourced materials combining a bohemian rocker vibe with a vintage sophistication.

Designs influenced by the antique trade, cultures, artefacts , travel & experiences which remain today.giving a worn & torn edginess creating one of a kind and limited edition designer jewellery giving a versatile & different collection each season.

 The Iris Cariba
Wear with lots of chutzpah and a rocker vibe while sitting on a Morrocan rooftop in a little bikini surrounded by cushions cooled by a light breeze breaking the shimmering heat just like the style icon Talitha Getty....... I want to pair this piece with this.....

Image from the fabulous Zimmermann 2012 summer shoot

So....my very own shop is now open!! So excited.  After years of designing for other people I have now gone full time & independant. So please lovely readers any suppport will be very much appreciated so a 'pin' a 'tweet' a 'link' a 'share' would be  massive . Help me get the word out there.




The Mali Bohemian Drops
A real culture clash that makes for a piece made to be worn while sipping a Mojito while taking in stunning views from your balcony on the stunning Amalfi coast.
Use these earrings to rock up a posh frock.
Mali wedding beads are handmade and presented to African Brides on their wedding day. They were made in old Bohemia for use as currency for the African tribes....

I want to wear Mali Bohemian with this......

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An avid collector & connoisseur of all things vintage influenced by growing up around the Antiques& Vintage dealers. Bringing pieces from each travel adventure, Flea Markets & Brocante's & each travel adventure some of the best pieces sourced will now be available from Suzie Wheat Vintage online

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The La Habana -

The Jet Set

And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.”

― Roald Dahl

Love.Lust.Want.Wish.

After some thought I decided to post this addition to the original  post as seen below. I like 'pretty'. I felt I should point out that I love beautiful things! When receiving gifts the thrill for me is the thought. And yes I still love beautiful things! But my most prized will always be Love Family and the simple things in life.

I have spent a WHOLE amount of time on the internet lately - all in the name of research you understand. Here I have featured some treasures from some of my favourite shopping sites.
I have stumbled upon beautiful 'things' and have added them to my wishlist, THINGS I want.  Take a look. Use the links. You may discover something you would also love. Forward the link to your man or...leave the link open on your laptop so your man can take a peek. You never know he may surprise you with a little something similar from the wishlist seeing as its gonna be 'that time of the year' soonish. I also have great ideas for fabulous gifts to give my nearest and dearest people. Here I have featured inspiration which I shall use as examples to find similar to give pretty gifts I know people I love will enjoy.

See left Vintage inspired Black velvet bag embroidered with antiqued silver and brass beading, studwork and chain detail. Now £24 find at Plumo
See above striking Pineapple table lamp base has all the elegance of a traditional lamp base, but with the fun twist you have come to expect from Graham and Green. Finished in antiqued silver £95

See Right - this is sooo pretty. Hand painted wooden Baboushka music box that plays a Russian folk song. Hand made in Russia £69 from the loveliness that is Plumo

See left - for all the storylovers, Treasure Island with a fabulous retro inspired cover. Literature's great works ditch their traditional dust jackets for smartly embossed canvas covers. Perfect for replacing well-thumbed favourites go to the wonderful  Anthropologie . £12.99

See left - The Chrysler Building, one from a series of an attempt to draw 'All the Buildings in New York' by James Gulliver Hancock, an illustrator originally from Australia currently based in Brooklyn, New York. Choose from some iconic streets in NY. Any drawing from the blog can be bought prices starting at $30 find the art here

See above - For lovers this amazing Chrome Bath Rack with  holders for Champagne, Candle & if needed a book rest seriously what more can one wish for?  Probably the most indulgent bath time accessory from Graham and Green £55

See left - We love cosiness to well..make us feel cosy over the cold winter nights? Over the knee cotton socks/stockings with contrasting heel and toe. Fabulous 40's style black seam down the back. £24 from Plumo
See below - Vintage inspired hair slides embellished with sparkling diamante eye. Available in either gold or pewter finish. Sold individually. Was £10 now £6 find these sweet birdy slides here

See above  - Pretty underwear from Anthropologie . Rosy hues have a look-see through tawny lace, on Eberjey's mustard-accented bralette in sizes S M L  £34

See below left - Generous grey, blue and chocolate woven wool wrap in a blend of checks and stripes. Textured on both sides and finished with a naturally frayed hem. Design by Humanoid. Sold by Plumo £159

See above centre - Beautiful mirror, decorated with acanthus leaf in grey patina, makes a beautiful focal point of any room. Im good with gifts for the home as long as they're not functional ie Hoover! Saucepans! etc. But anything pretty and decorative is good. £215 find Mirror here.
See below - Pretty vintage-y Lace Shirts. Find all over the high street, Vintage shops. Prices from £ -££. Use to dress up your jeans, under your jumper, tucked in your pencil skirt, under your dress! Image from Fashion Gone Rogue

See left - I love this bag! Super-soft calfskin has been washed and crinkled into a casual take on a classic handbag Bonny Rumpled Satchel £288 Anthropologie

See below centre - Vintage Basket Crystal Chandelier. I love it and need it ? because it belongs in my room to 'vintage' up the new modern furnishings but also because it sits so well with the warm stripped floorboards the bay windows and the victorian fireplace. £155 from Number Twenty One all things vintage for the home.

See below left & right - Vintage Jewellery will always be a favourite gift. So many stories with so many pieces, era's, styles and tastes. Small price tags through to big price tags something for everyone's purse/wallet. Below left - Ziegfield Dancing Girl original vintage dazzling paste neckpiece. A fantastic cascading piece with a quirk. When I saw this I fell in love even though it had no fastenings! It was purely the front cascade, not wanting to compromise the piece by adding a copy modern chain it now hangs from vintage parcel twine £99. Below right -The Earings are made from salvaged vintage Glass Crystal Chandelier Drops hanging from vintage French screw backs £55. Email suzie@suziewheatvintage.com for directions through to purchase strictly via Paypal. Copyright suziewheatvintage. Please do use the 2 images if you wish, all I ask is credited back and link to the website. Merci!

See below - Image 1 Debbie Harry taken at the Blondie In Camera Exhibition, Mirandy Gallery London 1978. Image 2  Paul Simonon The Clash, sporting the coolest quiff. Image credit to the wonderful photo blog that is The Impossible Cool .  Image 3 Hitchcock Movie Poster. Inspiration for art/prints around the home. Try Ikea for inexpensive but good looking box frames in black or white

See below left - I love this look from Topshop A/W look, now in store.  This graphic print Jumper has to go on my wishlist to wear with my vintage Nicole Farhi Leather Pencil skirt. £46

See below right - more jumpers Cable & Arran to warm up those cold nights. Shop online at Blanco.com This shot was taken from the wonderful  Fashion Gone Rogue



I hope you enjoy and the images have given you some ideas! If you would like to feature some of your 'art,things,gifts,knits,ideas,shops'......here for future Love Lust features I would love to hear from you via suzie@suziewheatvintage.com

See above - Vintage Czech Mustard Glass tubes on wire. The Love Necklace perched on vintage French cotton Lace £65. Available via suzie@suziewheatvintage.com