"a vintage find in each design"
HANDCRAFTED REDESIGNS
Our line of earrings and necklaces are unique and not mass produced. Each piece is carefully designed and constructed to showcase the beauty of combining old and new. The collections feature vintage beads, findings and metals that have gained lovely patinas over the years. We mix different metal types and tones to give our jewelry a "lived in look" that is timeless.
The new components of our jewelry includes crystals, glass and fresh water pearls, semi-precious gemstones and unique beads. Our new metal findings and earring wires are sterling silver or gold vermeil (sterling silver that is plated with 24K gold). These new metals age beautifully over time and work in harmony with the vintage items used in our designs.
VINTAGE JEWELRY
Vintage costume jewelry is highly collectible but many times these pieces find their way into the back of a drawer never to be enjoyed by the owner....rescue them from their hidden spaces! We feature a small selection of older costume jewelry so you can add to your collection.
HANDBAGS
Each handbag is a one of a kind, handsewn work of art. Leelee Read bags sold at retail in the past at Stanley Korshak in Dallas, Texas and we continue to uphold our high standards of design, construction, quality materials and vintage inspiration while now selling our handbags and accessories directly to the consumer.
CURATED
The definition of curate is "to select, organize, and showcase in an expert and desireable way". Leelee Read Found Objects (coming soon) and vintage pieces are always unique and are presented in a way to give the new owner ideas of how to "style" or repurpose those items in their wardrobe and home.
CUSTOMER CARE
For more detailed information about our products and policies please visit our Customer Care page.
ABOUT ME
I love the creative process and preserving the past!
My most recent projects include the renovation of an historic 1880's Queen Anne Victorian home in TX, remodeled a bath in a 1920's Santa Fe casita and an award winning, historic preservation of a 1920's French inspired home in the Redmont neighborhood in Birmingham, AL. Whew....fun, fulfilling but exhausting! In order to keep the creativity flowing and to take a break from construction I have created my unique line of accessories.
My love of old houses extends to the love of all things old. Vintage beauty is derived from its past use and aged patinas...lived in, worn, and a piece of history. Preserving these items in my designs is my focus....vintage is my inspiration. My design process begins with a vintage find then transforming that piece into something unique and new.
I hope you find that special something on my website to add to your collection of beautiful things.
If I can answer any questions please do not hesitate to contact me leeleeread@aol.com.
Happy Shopping,
Lynette Scruggs
Designer, Leelee Read