Architectural Inspiration

Architectural inspiration pictured courtesy Blair of Delight by Design.

Vanessa Bruno suede tassel shoulder bag; this and next at net-a-porter.com.

Michael Kors envelope-pocket cotton-twill skirt.

Joseph button-down blouse; this and next at shopbop.com.

Vera Wang Lavender Label Cara open toe booties.

Darlings, what do you think of this space and the look it inspired?

xoxox,

CC

Beautiful Blouses

Enjoy these tantalizing tops for Spring 2011, pictured via style.com
A. Detacher
Barbara Tfank
Basso & Brooke
Chris Benz
Christian Siriano
Jill Stuart
Just Cavalli
Lela Rose
Lyn Devon
Michael van der Ham
Preen
Rebecca Taylor
Tory Burch
Y-3
Which blouse do you find most beautiful?
xoxox,
CC

Ravishing Ruffles!

First things first, darlings! The winner of CC’s Factory by Erik Hart Dress Giveaway is the lovely Liz ~ congrats!
It’s that time of year, darlings! Ruffles are a festive addition to any holiday ensemble (please note, however, that these runway inspirations are from the Spring 2011 Collections, pictured via style.com).
ADAM
Chado Ralph Rucci
Chris Benz
Christian Cota
Collette Dinnigan
Graeme Armour
Jill Stuart
Just Cavalli
Monique Lhuillier
Nina Ricci
Prabal Gurung
Tory Burch
Which ruffles do you find most ravishing?
xoxox,

CC

Carissa Rose Giveaway!

Time to get dolled up for those holiday parties! Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Carissa Rose, a gorgeous line of tops and dresses designed specifically for larger-busted ladies. No more trips to the tailor ~ yay! An ideal gift for CC readers and their loved ones!
Olivia chevron stripe shirt; this and next three at carissarose.com.
Glenna wide strap camisole.
Lola pencil dress ~ CC has and adores! Fits like a dream, to flatter both waist and bust!
Amanda shirtdress. Perfect for the office Christmas party!
Fabulous news, darlings! CC and Carissa Rose have a Gift Voucher to give away to one lucky CC reader ~ the winner will be able to choose any one item from the CarissaRose.com! One Week Contest: To enter, simply visit Carissa Rose, select your favorite item, and mention it in the comments section of this post! For an extra entry, follow Carissa Rose Designs on Twitter and tell CC you have done so in a separate comment.
Happy holidays and good luck, darlings!
xoxox,
CC

Divine Draping

Darlings, CC is smitten with these draped dresses from the Spring 2011 runways!
Photos via style.com.
A.F. Vandevorst
Malandrino
Elie Saab
Gucci
Halston
Helmut Lang
Issa
Ruffian
TRIAS
Victoria Beckham
Vivienne Westwood Red Label
Zero + Maria Cornejo
Which draped look do you find most divine?
xoxox,
CC

P.S. Happy Thanksgiving, darlings!

Trendspotting: White Blouses

Darlings, CC is just loving these crisp white button down shirts from the Spring 2011 runways!
Photos via style.com.
Barbara Tfank
Cushnie et Ochs
DKNY
Graeme Armour
Isaac Mizrahi
Rachel Comey
Ruffian
Tracy Reese

Trussardi 1911

And now, CC’s shopping suggestions:
Theory Jeremia blouse; this and next at three at shopbop.com.
Victorialand float front tuxedo blouse.
Helmut Lang tuck neck top.
Alexander Wang draped front top.
Which blouse do you deem best?
xoxox,

CC