Objects of Lust: Burlap Upholstered French Chairs

Totally hot. (And yes, I do realize that many of you will disagree ... Feel free to discuss in the comments area.)

$1,400 for the pair from Paris Hotel Boutique.

Or maybe inspiration for your next DIY chair-rehab project?

Update: Raging debate over these very chairs going on courtesy of the (cough) always-polite commenters at Apartment Therapy: San Francisco.

eBay Find of the Day: Painted Antique Armchair

Sometimes, I'm a thoroughly modern girl -- all about clean lines and sleekness. Sometimes, I like things with a funky, industrial edge -- oohing and aahing over patinaed and battered metal. Sometimes, I'm retro all the way -- give me vintage or give me death. And sometimes (though not very often), I'm kind of girlie -- drawn to things that are fresh, feminine, and fun.

This chair is definitely calling out to my girlie side. The antique, Swedish-style armchair has a bit of baroque flair, but it's been lacquered in pure white, giving it a more modern sensibility -- and maybe even a sense of humor.

Current bid: $295

eBay Find of the Day: French Crystal Chandelier

Sometimes, a girl just needs a little glitz and glam in her life.

If a touch of old-fashioned girly glamour is in order, this petite French chandelier may be just the ticket.

The empire-style fixture features original crystal prisms dripping from its gorgeously patinaed gold frame, and the size (the chandelier measures just 23 inches tall by 10 1/2 inches wide) makes it especially versatile: Hang it above a small dining table, over the bed in your boudoir, or even -- if you're lucky enough to have one -- in a dressing area or walk-in-closet.

Ah, je t'aime.

Current bid: $10.