Japanese Whispers

The Age

Saturday November 8, 2008

Nicole Bittar

These select items evoke the allure of the East, writes Nicole Bittar.

Subtlety, restraint, gentility and grace: Japanese whispers are made of this. Beautiful and distinctive fabrics, jewels and pieces to adorn the desk and home will put you in a meditative mood as you reflect on a taste of Tokyo dreaming.

1. Silk kimono fabric, from $15 metre; Tombo Co.Phone 9489 3953.

2. Constellation Collection bracelet, POA; Fairfax & Roberts.

Phone (02) 9232 8511.

3. 1600-step chest in elm or aged patina; $1850; Made in Japan. Phone 9600 0001.

4. Satin wrap, moonstone closure journal, from $24.95; Lantern Studios. Phone 9220 0500.

5. Chloe photo frames, $12.95 to $16.95; Metro Style.

Phone 1800683 969.

-- NICOLE BITTAR

nbittar@theage.com.au

© 2008 The Age

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