The fabulous Pandora Young modelling some bridal-themed items: Wearing: Argent Crystal Barrette, Argent Baroque Venezia Lace Choker, Argent Flapper Tassel Earrings, Argent Crystal Filigree Bracelet. Photo by Michael R. Barrick ( mbarrick )

From another recent photo shoot, the beautiful (and hilarious to work with!) Pandora Young guarding her treasure: Wearing: Nocturne Tassel Tricorn Hat, Pirate Skull Cameo Velvet Pendant Choker, two Champagne Faux Pearl Bracelets. Photo by Michael R. Barrick ( mbarrick )

Another photo of the lovely Gaby de Barry: Wearing: Diva Flapper Hair Comb Fascinator, Diva Faux Pearl Earrings, Diva Velvet Pendant Choker, Black Battenburg Lace Fan, Black Satin Elbow Gloves Photo by Michael R. Barrick ( mbarrick )

Meet the lovely Gaby de Barry: Wearing: Lucrezia's Curse Lace Choker, Lucrezia Filigree Drop Earrings, Nocturne Burlesque Headband Fascinator, Black Costume Feather Boa, Black Satin Shirred Elbow Gloves Photo by Michael R. Barrick ( mbarrick )

This lovely lady has to be one of the most naturally photogenic women I've ever seen! Meet the fabulous Gaby de Barry (a couple more pics to come from this shoot in artofadornment over the next day or two): Photo by Michael R. Barrick ( mbarrick - watch his blog for many more pics from this shoot, he took A LOT and I know he'll be posting some soon!).

(haha!) New item updates in: Necklaces , Pins It's true, these two items are very different indeed... but doesn't that makes life far less boring? First is a limited edition necklace design revisited in jet black instead of the former ruby red. A fabulous antique silver Art Nouveau stamping of a woman's face with wild flowing hair makes an elegant centrepiece with a black crystal jewelled pendant...

I haven't seen this posted yet, but here is a much more DIY version of the Infamous Steampunk Keyboard . Not as nice-looking maybe, but much easier to do at home. And cheaper. Much cheaper.

in keeping with your cufflink wist-ing...here's more everyday "markish" steampunk thing... Example One Example Two i drooled. And am planning ways to combine steampunk, rockabilly and girly frippery... *sigh*

Just wanted to share a couple photos of us from the Zombie walk. Unfortunately you can't see the sticks and dead leaves in my hair. Dang. Pic by mbarrick --> more on Gothic BC Pic by _disdain_ --> more on Disdeinen.net I like the icon I made. Could be useful for my "insanely dumb question" Ebay posts. :P PS: Speaking of needing brains, I got a really funny phone call...

When we were in Japan last April, we met up with my old friend Hideki. In the course of our visit, we of course exchanged omiyage (souvenirs/gifts) from us to Hideki and his Mom. One of the gifts she gave me was her coming of age kimono, obi and a tanuki stole. mbarrick was kind enough to photograph me wearing it so I could send the pictures to Hideki and his Mom. Some of the photos have been...