Birds of a Feather…

Lately I've been seeing an accessory trend that I'm hoping will stick around for a while.  

Peacock feathers are suddenly all the rage.

I have to admit, I think they are truly elegant, organic and even quirky.  There is something about their mysterious and murky nature, that if used properly, can amount to utterly fabulous.  But be warned… a little of this good thing can go a long way.

Here are some examples of the timeless sophistication the peacock feather can achieve:

Gracing the runway of a recent Prada collection

Corresponding with a friend in style…

Adding some unexpected pizazz to an otherwise simple clothing ensemble…

Or dressing up a special wall in your home…

Even the interior design world is getting in on this vogue feather movement with Schumacher's latest collection of wall coverings called "Nest".

"Crafted entirely by hand using all natural feathers, these textured wall coverings offer a sense of luxury and beauty that can only come from nature.   Humanely gathered and arranged by hand."  F. Schumacher

Our office recently had the opportunity to see this wall covering product in person, and although it takes some getting used to, I have never seen anything more luxurious.   Pictured above is a product called "cascade" which was my personal favorite, and I haven't stopped thinking about it since.

But, as previously stated, the peacock feather is not for everyone.

In order for its exquisite nature to be truly innocuous, one must use it sparingly.  It's the unexpected small amount that can take a look from mediocre to MAGNIFIQUE!

So be on the lookout for some fun peacock feather accessories of your own.  Just don't overdo it as shown in the photo below, or the results will be (pardon the pun)… for the birds!

Submitted by Marita Spencer