"Never smile at a crocodile"

My adoration of all things croc[odile] and [alli]gator is alive and well. Living in the Low Country, where one can encounter an alligator at your back door (depending on what part of town you reside in), one can't help but acquire a deeper interest in these awe inspiring creatures. Here's a smattering of croc + gator items I'm currently obsessing over. [Karen Elson in British Vogue, shot by Tim Walker.]

 

 

 

1. The croc item I'm most coveting, yet likely will never obtain, are a pair of Jimmy Choo's Croc Hunter Boots. "The legendary Hunter wellington has been embossed with signature Jimmy Choo crocodile print. The leopard print lining, gold buckle hardware and metal rivets provide a contrast against the black glossy rubber of the Hunter boot."

 

2. I received this L'Objet Croc Candle as a Birthday gift from my boss several years ago. Of course it's all about the spectacular container that the candle resides in, but the scent of the champagne candle itself is also quite appealing. "Encapsulated in a black, textured vessel created from fine Limoges porcelain, this unique candle exudes a gently intoxicating aroma of pink champagne. A spirited crocodile perches atop its lid."

 

3. A yet to be opened packageof Alexa Pulitzer's Gator Stationary is currently residing in my secretary desk. It's just too good to part with. "Alexa Pulitzer is recognized around the world for her stationary. Her repertoire is vast and her papers are stocked in boutiques as far away as Tokyo, London and Toronto. Alexa's Italian heritage and her new found home of New Orleans, inspires her designs in creating original and gorgeous paper collections."

   

4. Designer Gogo Ferguson makes numerous pieces of spectacular jewelry out of gator bones, which she casts in gold in silver. Of her gator jewelry, I find the the scute to be the most appealing, whether they be in earrings, cuff links, or bracelet form. "I grew up spending a lot of time on Cumberland Island. My grandmother, with her love of nature, inspired me to see the classical designs in shells, plants and yes even BONES! It is through this education I have labored in creating a line of jewelry that at its best is simple, sophisticated and stylish", states Gogo.

 

5. My most recent croc acquisition is a Graphic Image Travel Wallet, which doubles as a clutch at times. "A functional travel wallet by day and an evening clutch at night. This multi-functional accessory is both stylish and user friendly. Ample space is provided for all travel and monetary needs."