On the Fringe - Hot Fall 2011 Accessories

Whether jumbo or miniature, the ornamental tassel is getting major play for fall, adding an unexpected dose of glam to shoes, bags and jewelry. (Double click on photo to ENLARGE)

Katherine Kwei’s embossed leather clutch; Nicholas Kirkwood’s suede,

patent leather and mesh bootie, and Eddie Borgo’s sterling silver-plated

 brass necklace with hematite beads and a silk tassel.

Ben-Amun’s Portofino gold-plated pewter collar and pendant with brass tassel.

Oscar de la Renta’s glass bead earrings.

Chloé’s leather bag.

Burberry’s calf-leather clutch.

Kotur’s polyester and rayon brocade minaudière.

Diane von Furstenberg’s leather and brass bag.

Tommy Hilfiger’s leather and velvet shoe.

Roberto Cavalli’s velvet and leather pump.

Tory Burch’s suede and leather bootie.

Enzo Angiolini’s leather bootie with brushed metal studs.

Anton Heunis’ gold-plated brass necklace with Swarovski Elements and glass stones.

David Yurman’s diamond, silver and black rhodium necklace.

Ralph Lauren’s rhodoid plastic minaudière with silk tassel.

Moschino’s leather bootie.

Vionnet’s silk ribbon, leather tassel and brass necklace with glass gems.