Peacock Feathers!

The great Gloria Swanson (picture above) had it all: perfect make-up hues, an extensive collection of dainty earrings, fishnet elbow-length gloves, an outstanding hairdresser, a thriving career and a love for Peacock Feathers.

The Hollywood Star, whose career was fueled by the silent film era of the Roaring 20's, always found a way to showcase the exquisite green, blue and brown feathers that decorate the peacock's body (and serve as a way to court their opposite sex, the peahens).

And because the feathers are oh-so soft -- and mod - they should serve as an accessory for everyday life, especially because the gallant bird does not suffer in providing them to the world.

So when you start decorating that old, abandoned, vintage picture frame with peacock feathers and filling your living room's Grecian Urn with the plumage or even sewing the feathers delicately to create the best showgirl outfit -- remember this, and smile:

The Peacock loses its tail feathers from mid June through September when its testes swell up and start sperm production for breeding season.

According to Peacock caretakers, their tail is called the train just like a bride's train.

Once mating season is over the peacock's feathers grow back rapidly. No worries, no pain.

Cheers to the chivalrous peacock!

If you want to start showing them off on your head and home, you can start by visiting: www.plumesnfeathers.com