Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Metal Urge & CC StockinGirl Giveaway!

December is officially upon us, darlings! That means it’s time to think HOLIDAY PARTIES!
Get festive with metallics! These runway pieces (via nymag.com except where noted) are for SS ’10, but the shopping inspirations below are in stores now ~ get glittery and glam!
Aquilano.Rimondi; this and next via style.com
Balmain
Christian Siriano
Costello Tagliapietra
Cynthia Steffe
Elie Saab, via style.com
Elise Overland
Gabriele Colangelo, via style.com
Hervé Léger
Jasper Conran
Jenni Kayne
Jenny Packham

Jill Stuart
Louise Goldin
Marchesa
Max Azria
Michael Kors
Oscar de la Renta
Osman Yousefzada
Pamella Roland
Phillip Lim
Preen
Pringle of Scotland
Proenza Schouler
Reem Acra
Tory Burch
Rebecca Taylor metallic party dress; this and next two at net-a-porter.com.
Hervé Léger scoop-neck bandage dress.
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Opuntia metallic corset dress.
Coast Valda metallic strapless dress, at asos.com.
Catherine Malandrino metallic halter dress; this and next at shopbop.com.
Nili Lotan metallic miniskirt.
Silver Plated Scarf at anthropologie.com.
Shiny Metallic seamed stockings from StockinGirl.com.
Fabulous news, darlings! CC and StockinGirl.com have one pair of these fabulous stockings to give away to a lucky CC reader! Two Day Contest: To enter, simply leave a relevant comment on this post. For an extra entry, Tweet this and tell CC you have done so in a separate comment. Be sure to Follow CC on Twitter! International Fellow Fashionistas welcome, as always!
Make it metallic, darlings, and you’ll be sure to shine!
xoxox,
CC
P.S. CC is featured today on Le Miroir de Bella, an absolutely beautiful new fashion blog ~ check out the post here.
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87 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 1, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    I like metal urge!

    http://doviliukou.blogspot.com/
    http://needtobe2gether.blogspot.com/

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  2. Beth ConnollyDecember 1, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    I love gold! The Vivienne Westwood is wonderful! Metallic is one of my favorite looks always, and especially for the holidays.

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  3. LeahDecember 1, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    I love silver but I think those gold dresses are more apt for the holidays.

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  4. B a la ModaDecember 1, 2009 at 10:08 AM

    I absolutely love all your proposals. And besides gold and silver, I loved the bronze jacket. It is beautiful. I am so happy Christmas is arriving.

    xoxo
    B* a la Moda

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  5. KPDecember 1, 2009 at 10:08 AM

    love these-I want the elise overland for this weekend please xo

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  6. FASHION SNAGDecember 1, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    I love metallics! I just wish they looked better against my skin tone. They are all such gorgeous pieces. I love gold and it works so well for the holidays.

    xoxo

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  7. stilettolover91December 1, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    I loveeee the 7th to last one!! That dress is amazing!!! They're all super gorgeous though!! Fabulous post!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  8. KeithDecember 1, 2009 at 10:46 AM

    I love these. I do prefer silver, but gold does seem better for the holiday season. Definitely would love to be entered in the giveaway. Take care. Cheers!

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  9. lorenabrDecember 1, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Love the style n no 6 n 12 are my fav :)

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  10. LilliDecember 1, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    glitter rocks :)

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  11. Michael St. JamesDecember 1, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    Loving all of the metallics!

    www.bagpoor.com

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  12. Petra BellejambesDecember 1, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Good god girl, the Siriano and the Balmain are desirables...

    My purse and my legs being what they are though, I will live in hope of the stockings... yummy.

    Happy December!

    xoxox - Petra

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  13. BlairDecember 1, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Again, great post. I love all of them, I just wish I could have one for this Christmas.
    Dear Santa, Im sure you are reading this blog (as many do) so could you please bring me one of those? I dont really matter which, its up to you!
    ;-)
    xxoo

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  14. www.janetteria.comDecember 1, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    WOW! Gorgeous post again!

    By the way I neeeed more more and more stockins...hihi!

    XoXo

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  15. BlairDecember 1, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Again, great post. I love all of them, I just wish I could have one for Christmas!
    Dear Santa, I know you must be reading this blog (as many do) so and want to ask you if you could please bring me one of those. I dont really matter which, its up to you. Yours...
    ;-)
    xxoo

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  16. erika soroccoDecember 1, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Yay for December 1, and shimmering shades - I am a metallic maniac! Give me Jasper Conran, Cynthia Steffe, Herve Leger, and Oscar de la Renta anyday! :)

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  17. pretty*pink*ratDecember 1, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Love the metallics! So festive for the holidays!

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  18. Rachel @ The Haute NotesDecember 1, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    What a beautiful selection of pieces, CC! I adore metallic!

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  19. AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Those tights + little black dress = perfect holiday outfit. Any one of those dresses + black tights = perfect holiday outfit. I am there.

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  20. Jaime @ laviejaimeDecember 1, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    Oh perfect for holiday parties! Love the scarf and runway looks :)

    I am going to tweet!

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  21. HeatherClarkDecember 1, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    i love them all! and i need new tights!

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  22. Plastic PearlsDecember 1, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Yay! I love all the metallics! :)

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  23. Jaime @ laviejaimeDecember 1, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Tweeted! @laviejaime

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  24. daisychainDecember 1, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    I adore metallics, I wish it were practical to wear them all day every day. Love the stockings, too x

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  25. Mom Fashion WorldDecember 1, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    i love these stunning metallic clothes!

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  26. Dumbwit TellherDecember 1, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    Metallic makes my world go round!! Love it CC ♥ x

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  27. UnknownDecember 1, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    yes! I've been obsessed with these metalics forever...I have to get myself some new accessories for this season.

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  28. MizzJDecember 1, 2009 at 12:54 PM

    Yay metallics are awesome! I really enjoy how Christian Siriano manages to mix hard metallics with soft, flowy fabrices, it's such a refreshing take on this perennial trend.

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  29. joannappleDecember 1, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    I adore this post! I actually thought more about sequins this time on holiday parties but maybe I`ll change my mind- it`s never too late :)

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  30. AngelaDecember 1, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    CC, i will take one of each please. : ) xoxo

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  31. IoleDecember 1, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    love the trend and congrats. love iole

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  32. AlineDecember 1, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    such a fun look for the holidays!

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  33. LPCDecember 1, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Gorgeousious! Especially tone on tone...

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  34. JillDecember 1, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    I'll wear the Jenni Kayne dress and be the life of the party!

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  35. A PIECE OF PASSIONDecember 1, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    Beautiful dresses!

    xoxo


    A Piece of Passion

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  36. cupcake♥trashDecember 1, 2009 at 1:38 PM

    In love with the Jenni Kayne dress and a perfect giveaway too!

    http://cupcaketrash.blogspot.com

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  37. ღ♥ CONFASHIONS FROM AMSTERDAMDecember 1, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    Oh my god girl you drive me wild with those hot dresses! Jill Stuart & Herve Leger.. I am dying !! <3

    Awesome giveaway girl, i adooooore lingerie and these stockings are super sexay !! Count me in please, and good luck to all the other contesters! xx

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  38. Jennifer FabulousDecember 1, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    CC, I have realized that I rely on your fabulousness to get me through really stressful days (like today!). Lol. One look at all these beautiful dresses and skirts and I'm smiling! :)
    Oh gosh and that sparkly gold Oscar de la Renta dress...I die.
    Lovely post! Good luck to everyone who enters the giveaway!

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  39. UnknownDecember 1, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    So lovin' the metallic dresses for the holidays.

    Another fabulous giveaway - hope to win.

    You'll have to check out my Holiday Fashion Fenzy Giveaway =)

    www.closetcravings.com

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  40. NuheilaDecember 1, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    I love them all!Balmain s ress is amazing beautiful!!!

    Nuheila

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  41. BonBon Rose Girls KristinDecember 1, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    I'm on the waiting list for my own metallic number for NYE. LOVE that gorg scarf!

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  42. Tights LoverDecember 1, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    I love the Jill Stuart dress.

    Great giveaway, I love StockinGirl!

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  43. Stylista FitnessDecember 1, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    tweeted: http://twitter.com/styleezta/status/6244570271

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  44. Stylista FitnessDecember 1, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    I'm digging this trend! maybe ill do something metallic for new years :)

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  45. Make Do StyleDecember 1, 2009 at 3:20 PM

    You are torturing me! I saw a D&G beautiful gold dress in TK Maxx and had no money to purchase!

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  46. HelenDecember 1, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    I'm like a magpie, I just can't resist shiny, sparkly things. Love the dresses and the stockings!

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  47. WendyBDecember 1, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    I love silver, gold AND bronze!

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  48. Tessa December 1, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    The Herve Leger is stunning as always.
    x fingers crossed x

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  49. JessicaDecember 1, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    Metallic makes everything more fun!

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  50. BrigadeiroDecember 1, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    Christian Siriano's dress is gorgeous!!! Love all the pieces!
    xx

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  51. chic femmeDecember 1, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    Oh, I love this look. It is so shiny and beautiful. Great post, doll. ;)

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  52. UnknownDecember 1, 2009 at 4:40 PM

    loving this post i need to go shopping i think lol! i saw your feature on that blog i loved it im so nosie lol xooxx

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  53. Taylor SterlingDecember 1, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    I am a sucker for sparkles! Love it!!

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  54. Sierra December 1, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    Wow that is a whole lot of metal, but I love it. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving CC!

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  55. Iva MessyDecember 1, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    wow! so beautiful!!

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  56. HiFashionDecember 1, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    I love metallics. They go so well with the whole futuristic look that in right now. I love the Christian Siriano dress.

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  57. AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    great choices! these all scream glam to me! :)

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  58. ZaraDecember 1, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    Oooh I would love to win the stockings :) They are so sexy and much more comfortable than tights! xoxo

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  59. MimiDecember 1, 2009 at 8:51 PM

    Gorgeous! Metallic accents make anything 10 times more glam! Great pictures.

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  60. Blair FriedemanDecember 1, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Ah my favorite fashion time of year and one where metallics are my favorite! Is it greedy to want them all:)

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  61. EDecember 1, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    mmmmm Marchesa yumminess....

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  62. Maria ConferDecember 1, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Gorgeous! There is nothing like metallic dresses to put me in the holiday spirit.

    lululetty.blogspot.com

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  63. AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    I have such a love hate relationship with metallics

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  64. NinaDecember 1, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    Drooling! Liquid metal on the body ... I want!

    Nina

    http://ninaballerinaclosetobsession.blogspot.com/

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  65. AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    A am always a sucker for a metallic sheen on my clothing. I am just drawn to the splendid shimmer!

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  66. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 12:05 AM

    Ou shiny!
    The copper piece is quite interesting!
    The mesh is as well.
    I am partial to metallics.

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  67. Chicago Chic December 2, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    I love the Holiday Party inspiration, amazing Love! I'm officially inspired for Christmas-time style....some great looks in this post! xxx

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  68. Rachel FollettDecember 2, 2009 at 4:12 AM

    So hard to choose! Love that long one. This makes me want to get dressed up for the holidays.

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  69. little luxury listDecember 2, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    Ooh love the draping in that 3rd skirt! But an overall great holiday selection. My husband would love it if I wore these StockinGirl stockings! Sexy indeed!

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  70. COME OVER TO THE DARK SIDE... WE HAVE CANDYDecember 2, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    Wow! Everything is so gorgeous!
    I love the silver sequined shorts with the silver sequined jacket! Perfect outfit!

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  71. Absolutely LadylikeDecember 2, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Oooh la la...fabulous post Carrie!

    Cheers: Evi

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  72. The Trendy FashionistaDecember 2, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    I'm loving # 4!
    -The Trendy Fashionista
    http://thetrendyfashionista.blgspot.com

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  73. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    I actually don't like metallics (anything) but I sure love that scarf!, it would be so cute if there were sequins on it for an extra add!

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  74. michelle_December 2, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    that's one nice tights !
    im in for this competition !
    love all of that metallic stuff !
    its simply divine !

    thanks for your comment at my blog :D
    i loveddd this postt !
    enter my scarf giveaway handmade by myself here
    glistersandblisters.blogspot.com
    michelle.koesnadi@gmail.com

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  75. michelle_December 2, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    i've tweeted the giveaway just now .
    my twitter acc is @glister_blister

    welcome you to follow it too :D

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  76. LaetitiaDecember 2, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    Love metal!!!

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  77. Katy MaryDecember 2, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Love the metallics! Makes me think New Years Eve! Beautiful post :)

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  78. AnikaDecember 2, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Ooooh, loveeee.

    Faves are: Christian Siriano, Elie Saab and Osman Yousefaza. Want the Osman dress. So perfect.

    And congrats on the feature, gorgeous girl...will head over to check it out now :)

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  79. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    great post !
    I want to wear my Paco Rabanne metal top right now !
    Thx for sharing this !

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  80. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    I love gold, but i always feel a bit too flashy if i'm wearing it in any other form than jewellery... I think it just needs some getting used to!
    xxx

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  81. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    My favourite metallics are those that appear in Christian Lacroix's haute couture, particularly the pale blue-greens. So dreamy!

    Denise ♥

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  82. AnonymousDecember 2, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    I love metallics for holiday attire - and the rest of the year too :)

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  83. Roxy Teacups and CoutureDecember 3, 2009 at 1:09 AM

    love the glimmer!
    http://www.twolia.com/blogs/teacups-and-couture

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  84. FashionJazzDecember 3, 2009 at 1:26 AM

    I so luv this post hun! I have been going to so many events lately and your posts are always so inspiring for me, esp this one : ) xxx

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  85. SwethaDecember 3, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    wow!! this is a very sexy post.. i love all the first six pictures.. they are beautiful, very hot!!

    Oh dear.. i missed all you posts ..

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  86. AnonymousDecember 3, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    I love you CC, you selectioned an Aquilano.Rimondi piece again and it's the first ! I'm so proud of these two !!!

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  87. SusanDecember 6, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    awww... I don't know why I haven't followed you on Twitter earlier? :)
    have a lovely day, darling!
    xoxo

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