6 Fabulous Things & Contest Winner!

I. First things first, darlings! The winner of CC’s Creative Contrast Sir Alistair Rai Scarf Giveaway is the lovely Lady Thirty. Congratulations, darling!
II. Tagged by the lovely Emily of Essential E with listing 6 Things That Make CC Happy:
1) Shoe shopping. New York Look Fall 2008.

CC adores these Chloé anthracite raised leaf boots, at theOutnet.com.
2) Drapey dresses. This Sofie Ølgaard dress from Aspiring Couture is silky perfection, darlings! Luxurious, breathable, and exquisitely crafted. Go to aspiringcouture.com for more amazing one-of-a-kind pieces from up-and-coming designers like Sofie Ølgaard:

“Designer Sofie Ølgaard grew up in Denmark. She draws inspiration from her Scandinavian roots where she creates a look based on the melancholic side of Scandinavian culture combined with playful esthetics. Her style is founded in simplicity and understated detail.” (from Ms. Olgaard’s website). Be sure to check out the Aspiring Couture blog and Sofie Ølgaard’s website.
3) When art and fashion collide. Italian Vogue, June 2006. CC loves Matisse!
Coco Rocha, courtesy Fellow Fashionista Absolutely Fabulous.
4) Fabulous things that begin with the letter “C”, such as cookies, couture, Coco Chanel, cupcakes, corsets and camisoles! CC loves this Free People Butterfly cami from SanityStyle.com. Note the rear peplum detail and the exquisite deep magenta shade! Sanity Style is a truly chic new store, with both brick-and-mortar and online locations... Click here to shop!
5) Mad Men.
If you are not watching this show, you simply must start! The early-60s fashions are so exquisite! And the show itself is masterly written.

Plus, CC has a girl-crush on Christina Hendricks (center).
6) Vintage Inspired Bathing Suits.
Vogue, March 2008.
CC loves this Zelda Sweetwater bikini and...
this Zelda Sweetwater maillot.

These vintage inspired suits are absolutely gorgeous and made in NYC of comfy and durable stretchable cotton ~ how cool is that? What is more, since this Zelda Sweetwater swimsuit is 100% cotton, it can double as a bustier... It even has a back zip and hook and eye closure. CC plans on wearing it for summer evening cocktails with a flirty mini! Shop here.

CC is tagging all of her Fellow Fashionistas; can’t wait to hear your 6 Things, darlings!

xoxox,

CC

P.S. Be sure to check out CC's guest post at The Fash Pack here.

Bright, Shiny Things!

Get sparkly, darlings!
At right: Prada in Italian Vogue, courtesy Fellow Fashionista Style on the Street.
Adam; runway photos courtesy nymag.com except where noted.
Alexander McQueen
Alexander Wang
Alexandre Herchcovitch
Barbara Bui
Blugirl
Chanel
Cynthia Steffe
Davidelfin
Diane von Furstenberg
Dolce & Gabbana
Giorgio Armani
Gucci
Guy Laroche
Isaac Mizrahi
Jasper Conran
Julien MacDonald
Louise Goldin
Matthew Williamson Resort
Michael Kors
Paul & Joe
Phi
Sonia Rykiel
Thakoon Panichgul
Toni Maticevski
Tory Burch
Vena Cava
Vera Wang Resort, via style.com
Versace

Nicholas Andersen and Julie Ho of Confetti System piñatas, via nytimes.com.
Coach Bonnie metallic chain tote, at coach.com.
Deal of the Day 1: Insight Fiesta bag, $42 at 80spurple.com.
Celestina woven silver filigree clutch, at net-a-porter.com.
Santi sequin clutch at vionnetboutique.com.
Fab sequin frame wallet, at forever21.com.
Sequin wristband, at asos.com.
Alice + Olivia sequin legging, at shopbop.com.
J. Crew sequined georgette tank, at jcrew.com.
Oscar de la Renta sequin-sprayed dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
See by Chloé sequin-embellished dress.
Gyphon sequin tunic; this and next at chickdowntown.com.
Deal of the Day 2: Free People grape sequin mesh slip, $66.
See by Chloé chiffon sequined skirt, at net-a-porter.com.
Sass & Bide The Last Romance skirt, at shopbop.com.
Shine on, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
P.S. Remember to enter CC’s Creative Contrast Scarf Giveaway below, if you haven’t done so already! Contest ends tomorrow!

Under Wraps & CreativeContrast.com Scarf Giveaway!

Darlings, the all-season scarf is a summertime staple! Just behold the June cover of French Vogue and all beauties on the runways! Runway photos via style.com. Cover photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista The Little Fashion Treasury.
Bottega Veneta Resort
DSquared2
Erdem Resort
Gucci Resort
Max Azria Resort
Vera Wang Resort
Naturally, models and celebs love the look! Check out Gemma Ward wearing the trend at a Prada party! This photo via nymag.com.
The shopping options are limitless, but CC has tried to narrow down your choices and provide (a) plenty of deals; (b) over 20 different brands; and (c) a fabulous giveaway!
Deepa fringe tube scarf, at winknyc.com.
Epice striped cotton and silk scarf, at shopgoldyn.com.
HollywoodIntuition for Target scarves.
Lin Beeser Takatuka scarf, at barneys.com. CC is smitten!
Madewell floral open weave scarf, at shopbop.com.
Deal of the Day 1: Buffalo check scarf, $6 at forever21.com.
Necklush summer peacock scarf at supermarkethq.com.
Deal of the Day 2: Sheer jersey scarf, $15 at americanapparel.net.
Alexander McQueen large printed silk scarf; this and next two at net-a-porter.com.
Emilio Pucci pink printed wool and silk wrap.
Otrera Evil Eye chiffon scarf. Scary pretty!
Cecilia De Bucourt studded scarf, at intermixonline.com.
Deal of the Day 3: Collection Eighteen pleated chiffon scarf, $24; this and next two at chickdowntown.com.
Love Quotes oversize viscose and linen scarf in solar.
Tolani mauve Lipstick scarf - CC loves!
Marc Jacobs scarf, at Bergdorf Goodman. Visit bergdorfgoodman.com.
Alexander Wang cashmere Endless Scarf. This and next at lagarconne.com.
Franco Ferrari semi-sheer wool gauze Funny Scarf.
Deal of the Day 4: Audrey scarf, $17 at alloy.com.
Neeru Kumar polka dot scarf, at ronherman.com.
Deal of the Day 5: Persian printed scarf $16 at modcloth.com.
Alexis Chelsea extra-long scarf, at Singer22.com.
Deal of the Day 6: Amici purple patterned wave scarf, $16 at amiciaccessories.com. CC has this one and it is fantastic ~ what is more, shipping is lightning fast! Shop Amici Accessories here.

Sir Alistair Rai scarves are a celeb fave... And CC and Creative Contrast have one to give away to a lucky CC reader!
Sir Alistair Rai Gayatri Mantra Karma scarf, at creativecontrast.com Two Day Contest! To enter to win this ravishing green wrap, simply leave a relevant comment on this post! Winner to be chosen via random.org on Friday, July 17, 2009. Open to Fellow Fashionistas worldwide! Good luck darlings, and remember: keep it under wraps!
xoxox,
CC

Mini Madness

Shorter is better, darlings! From brilliant bandages to swingy minis, short skirts are a sure bet!
Elie Saab Couture
Valentino Couture
BCBG Max Azria Resort; runway photos via style.com
DSquared2
Giles Resort
Jenni Kayne Resort
Just Cavalli Resort
Proenza Schouler Resort
Richard Nicoll Resort
Balustrade mini, at jcrew.com.
Balmain quilted leather skirt; this and next seven at net-a-porter.com.
Thread Social silk tulip mini.
Thakoon cotton bubble skirt.
Tibi bow-front mini.
Hervé Léger high-waisted bandage mini skirt.
Celine tweed mini skirt.
Emanuel Ungaro wool-blend tweed skirt.
Marc Jacobs silk-blend ruched skirt.
Diane von Furstenberg Lytton skirt; this and next five at shopbop.com.
Sass & Bide On a Night Like This skirt.
Thayer Crete fringe miniskirt.
Gryphon sequin wave miniskirt.
Members Only fold over high waisted skirt.
Myne Olive printed skirt.
Denim mini skirt; this and next at forever21.com.
Pollen print tiered mini.
Sophomore double-zipper skirt, at shopacrimony.com.
Pleasure Doing Business bandage skirt; this and next at chickdowntown.com.
Plastic Island red mini.
Opening Ceremony yellow mini; this and next two at brownsfashion.com.
Phillip Lim layered ruffle skirt.
Deal of the Day: Silence & Noise drape skirt, $48 at urbanoutfitters.com.
House of Holland turquoise pleated mini.
3.1 Phillip Lim mini Ra-Ra skirt, at lagarconne.com.
Show some leg, darlings! Or, if you are feeling bashful about baring too much skin, consider wearing a slim jean, leggings, or tights under that tiny skirt – it’s all about luscious layers!
xoxox,
CC

Royally Gorgeous Accessories!

First things first, darlings! The winner of the $150 Yumi Kim Gift Certificate is the lovely Carol of Everyday Delights. Congratulations, darling! Enjoy your shopping spree!
Cobalt chic... it’s electric!
Giorgio Armani Resort; this photo and other runway pics via style.com
Moschino Cheap & Chic Resort
Sonia Rykiel Resort
Louis Vuitton Resort
Tory Burch Resort

Matthew Williamson Resort

Anya Hindmarch pleated patent clutch, at net-a-porter.com.
CC Skye Niki clutch, at chickdowntown.com.
Faux patent croc wallet, at forever21.com.
Tory Burch resin clutch, at toryburch.com.
Shiny denim coin purse, at americanapparel.net.
Tolani scarf at chickdowntown.com.
Boucheron necklace, pictured via nytimes.com.
Fiona Paxton Shine necklace, at shopbop.com.
AV Max azule agate necklace, at shoptwigs.com
Yves Saint Laurent Arty enamel ring; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Lanvin glass-embellished ring.
Lacquered crescent earrings, at forever21.com.
Jem Couture blue quartz cluster earrings, at shoprumor.com.
Rachel Leigh surf cuff, at chickdowntown.com.
Beaded bangle, at forever21.com.
Cousin Claudine Adele wood bead charm bracelet, at intermixonline.com.
Dawn McKlevie sculpted leather cuff, at pixiemarket.com.
Fashion Flashback: German Vogue, March 2007.
Christian Louboutin Marilou woven sandals; this and next three at theOutnet.com.
Chloé suede panel shoe boots ~ CC’s new addition!
Chloé asymmetric peep toe pumps.
Marni metallic leather flats.
Loeffler Randall Ever Wood platform sandals; this and next at shopbop.com.
Pour la Victoire Aaliyah posted strappy sandals.
Chloé ankle wrap sandals; this and next two at bluefly.com.
Christian Louboutin patent Diskoteka ankle strap sandals.
Balenciaga electric blue studded suede flats.
Converse Ox, at delias.com.
Ray-Ban Wayfarers, at sunglasshut.com.
Cobalt twist bandeau and embellished low-rose bottom, at victoriassecret.com.
T-Bags bandeau bikini, at theOutnet.com. CC will make and exception to the no-terry rule for this suit!
Last Look: The Changeling Hat, at modcloth.com.
Be blue, babies!
xoxox,
CC