Lucite is not a material I’m too familiar with (although stripper heels come to mind) but I can’t help to have noticed this shatter-proof material popping up in not only fashion but home goods and even beauty too. My round up of lucite offerings begins with the tufted ottoman by Rojo 16. A mix of traditional and contemporary materials, this standard piece of furniture takes on a cool new look with lucite legs.
Alexis Bittar is a well-known jewelry designer (you can see his designs at Nordstrom or other such department stores) whose trademark look utilizes lucite. The Dark Garden Spring/Summer 2012 Collection is no exception with beautiful colored lucite mixed in with gunmetal and gold metalwork. For high rollers, check out the Versace leather and lucite sandal from its S/S collection with seven inch heels! And this state-of-the-art platform can be yours for $2, 225.
Lucite is a great material for clumsy people or those with kids (I’m both). This lucite personalized tray from Etsy shop A Blissful Nestis a clear way to display perfume bottles, drink glasses or simply as a catch-all for loose items on your desk. Probably the most interesting use of “lucite” was seen on the runways of Fall 2011 fashion week showcasing this spring’s fashions.
At Joy Cioci’s show models wore “lucite lace” manicures of clear tips and lattice work design created by nail artist Candice Manacchio. Although not yet available at your local nail salon, this creativity was worth featuring. Who knew lucite could be so versatile!
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