Thursday, May 27, 2010

Resort 2011 Dresses & Shabby Apple Giveaway!

Darlings, warm weather = time for fabulous frocks!
Resort runway inspirations via style.com.Bottega Veneta (this and next 3)











Chanel (this and next 4)

















Christian Dior (this and next 10)















Darlings, CC is so excited about this giveaway!
One lucky CC reader will win this fabulous striped Circo dress from ShabbyApple.com. This frock is so flirty, fun and flattering!
Seven Day Contest: To enter, simply visit Shabby Apple and state in the comments section of this post which dress is your favorite! Good luck, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
P.S. Please check out my guest post on Park and Vivianne!
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94 comments:

  1. Sweety PMay 27, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    Lovely pics! I would have to say Pont Neuf is my fave dress on the website!

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  2. BALLET NEWSMay 27, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    How I wish we had some sun to wear these dresses !!! Lovely post as ever and good luck everyone

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  3. Kristin HMay 27, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    I want I want the multicolored Bottega ah what elegance! Have a fab day:)

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  4. Jane CarlstromMay 27, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    For my Gypsie called out loudly. A wonderful graceful style. In your post today, the looonnngggggg striped T shirt like dress brought a smile to my face. Always enjoy the parades. Thanks for all the great finds.

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  5. UnknownMay 27, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    love the little pink (feathery) cocktail dress - now if only i had the figure for it LOL

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  6. TheStreetFashion5xproMay 27, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    chic+chic+chic+chic=couturecarrie

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  7. NuheilaMay 27, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    Love this post!So many gorgeous dresses.



    Nuheila

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  8. Michael St. JamesMay 27, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    Love the bright hues from Bottega Veneta and the flirty feminine silhouettes from Dior!

    www.bagpoor.com

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  9. RohiniMay 27, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    LOVE the Dior dresses but I wasn't super excited about the Chanel ones. Fab post! :)
    Xx

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  10. Lee OliveiraMay 27, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    Oh Carrie... u made my heart stop for a few seconds..
    LOVE IT...
    Dior, Dior, Dior...

    LOx

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  11. F (The Very Subjective)May 27, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    my favourite would be the Black and white houndstooth dress. the trenchcoat detailing and Mad Men feel is amazing!

    and may i add that this giweavay is wonderful? well, it is!

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  12. beautyparlerMay 27, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    I really need to get a few more Summer dresses, I especially love the Washington Square dress from Shabby Apple.

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  13. GraceMay 27, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    Wow, gorgeous dresses! I love that ruffled Dior number.

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  14. UnknownMay 27, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    Christian Dior...I LOVE YOU!!!
    Those dresses are fabulous.

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  15. AnonymousMay 27, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    I'm absolutely loving their Paris collection, with my favorite being the Bonheur dress!

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  16. Faith J.May 27, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    Every time I go to Shabby Apple, I find a new favorite! Right now it's the white RENDEZVOUS dress. I'm going to Paris at the end of the summer, and this dress really captures a Chanel spirit! Good luck everyone!

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  17. FASHION SNAGMay 27, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Love the Chanel. The Vixen dress is my favorite. x

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  18. WendyBMay 27, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Didn't realize Bottega had so many nice dresses!

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  19. carolina @ patagonia giftsMay 27, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    the green Bottega Veneta dress is so gorgeous! I don't wear too many dresses but this one is lovely! xo

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  20. NGSMay 27, 2010 at 10:30 AM

    I like the blue Chanel dress. Pockets please me so much!!

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  21. erika soroccoMay 27, 2010 at 10:30 AM

    Ah, I am so obsessed with Christian Dior. Such classic, Old Hollywood Glamour-inspired aesthetics!

    As for Shabby Apple...j'adore Bonheur - http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-620-bonheur.aspx! Oh, I would SO love to own that dress!! :)

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  22. Fashion TeenMay 27, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    My favorite dress is the pink sparkly one on the second to last row

    http://fashionteens101.blogspot.com

    and always I'm a follower

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  23. AnonymousMay 27, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    WOW, the Dior dresses are fab!!!

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  24. Belle de VilleMay 27, 2010 at 10:53 AM

    Oh those Christian Dior dresses are adorable.

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  25. UnknownMay 27, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    My favorite dress was the coral to cream ombre dress with the ruffles. The dress feels like summer to me and reminds me of a Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bar (in a good way!).

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  26. www.janetteria.comMay 27, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    AMAZING!

    ♥

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  27. julianne.May 27, 2010 at 11:53 AM

    soo soso adorable.
    i love the last couple.
    too cute! <3

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  28. stilettolover91May 27, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    These are all so fab!!! Love them!!

    http://hottheels.blogspot.com/

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  29. Stylista FitnessMay 27, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    following gregforsimsbury on twitter

    @styleezta

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  30. Stylista FitnessMay 27, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    Gorgeous post!! love all of them :D

    Loving the THIS SIDE OF PARADISE dress!!

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  31. Heather FeemsterMay 27, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Take me away to a fabulous paradise pronto with a bag filled with these dresses. xo

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  32. BBMay 27, 2010 at 12:23 PM

    well, seeings how it is officially my 30th birthday today - I couldn't think of a better day to put my hang into the ring to win such a beautiful dress - and if I had my choice - I would choose the striped Circo beauty of a dress and I'd wear it with some bright red lipstick to match!

    ~BB

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  33. Lisa GriffinMay 27, 2010 at 12:33 PM

    Gorgeous dresses, I love all of the Christian Dior yummmm
    www.indramaticfashion.com

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  34. Julia, the Thanksgiving GirlMay 27, 2010 at 1:07 PM

    Dior has the loveliest dresses! I also loved the green Bottega Veneta.

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  35. HelenMay 27, 2010 at 1:30 PM

    Because of 'YOU' I went to Shabby Apple and purchased the best dress! I was totally unaware of this website and their really great, affordable fashions. Many thanks.

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  36. tanviMay 27, 2010 at 1:41 PM

    The Chanel floral dress is my favorite~ so romantic and fresh!

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  37. UnknownMay 27, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    i love the femine vibe to it all - nice collection ..

    *Kisses*
    Erika
    ~Tiptoe Butterfly~

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  38. StephanieMay 27, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    love the dior dresses!
    checking out your guest post now!

    kisses,
    Stephanie

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  39. KateMay 27, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Love pretty much all these dresses!

    I love Shabby Apple's new France group, and the Champs Elysees dress is my favorite!

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  40. Fargerike DagnyMay 27, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    Dfinitely Chanel! Love it!!

    xoxo
    dagny

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  41. Diana MieczanMay 27, 2010 at 2:36 PM

    Warm weather is here and I am ready for some great dresses and the top one from Bottega Veneta is stunning! Such an amazing selection :)
    You are great my dear!
    Muah

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  42. ahoymichelleMay 27, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    What lovely dresses! I absolutely love the Rendezvous dress!

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  43. AshleyMay 27, 2010 at 3:16 PM

    Cute dresses, all of them! My fav from Shabby Apple is the "La Tour Eiffel" dress - so simple and chic!

    -Ashley
    http://breakfastatsaks.blogspot.com

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  44. Tights LoverMay 27, 2010 at 3:23 PM

    Oh my. These are all so gorgeous, I love them all!

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  45. ZJaiyMay 27, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    My favorite Shabby Apple dress is the rendevous dress.

    Cristywin at yahoo dot com

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  46. ZJaiyMay 27, 2010 at 3:47 PM

    I'm following gregforsimsbury on twitter.

    @cristyclock

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  47. UnknownMay 27, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    awesome outfits they looks very beautiful love them all

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  48. Mary @Delightful BitefulsMay 27, 2010 at 4:29 PM

    dresses are my weakness, love love love. especially with pockets!

    xxMK
    Delightful Bitefuls

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  49. BonBon Rose Girls KristinMay 27, 2010 at 4:35 PM

    DIOR! There isn't a piece I didn't like!

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  50. JessicaMay 27, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    So what do you do if you can't pick a fav, I mean literally I looked and the site and loved everything!! I think I have like 10 favorites, and how cute are the Paris pics!!

    Check out my giveaway too darling:
    http://livingembellished.blogspot.com/2010/05/flip-tumble-giveaway.html

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  51. WanderlustingMay 27, 2010 at 6:07 PM

    Love the Chanel dresses. Also wish we had some sun :(

    BTW the L'Amour dress from Shabby Apple is one of my faves. So special looking... or maybe I just wanna be in Paris.

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  52. DithMay 27, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    OMG my bday is coming up! I want oneee!!

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  53. AnonymousMay 27, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Ooh, I love the Tuileries dress! Memories of Paris! ♥

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  54. SamMay 27, 2010 at 7:02 PM

    La Tour Eiffel! That is my fave! What a great giveaway CC! Adore these resort wear frocks too - especially that long maxi knit dress with the stripes - swoon!

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  55. little luxury listMay 27, 2010 at 8:31 PM

    Oh Chanel! Thanks for the giveaway - the rendezvous dress is lovely!

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  56. AnonymousMay 27, 2010 at 8:34 PM

    dresses rule. love the apple dresses. never heard of them before. wow. loving Casablanca, madison ave, the pairs numbers... very cool!

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  57. emilyMay 27, 2010 at 8:36 PM

    great picks, the chanel collection is simple gorgeous! i love shabby apple's bette d dress, such a classic.

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  58. StephanieMay 27, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    The Dior is so unreal. Gorge!

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  59. Nubia MejiaMay 27, 2010 at 10:11 PM

    Carrie that last purple dress is so pretty!

    I really like Champs Elysees its very classy

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  60. dancinginchiffonMay 27, 2010 at 11:35 PM

    Betty D would be my favorite!

    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com
    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com
    www.dancinginchiffon.blogspot.com

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  61. Nadine2point0May 28, 2010 at 12:22 AM

    Yep - This collection from Mr. Dior has me wishing I had an event each night for the shock and awe affect for unsuspecting friends.
    STUNNING!

    That green watercolour satin one is too much!

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  62. MollieMay 28, 2010 at 12:59 AM

    i love your blog.
    its SOO cool!!
    i follow you. will you follow me??

    http://mothballsblog.blogspot.com/

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  63. LibertyMay 28, 2010 at 1:25 AM

    I am loving the Coney Island dress!

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  64. The Missing TissueMay 28, 2010 at 1:26 AM

    Thanks for all the great finds! I love Lois Lane on Shabby Apple.

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  65. Becky TjanderaMay 28, 2010 at 2:45 AM

    Oh no I want all of the dresses! They're so lovely, perfect for summer. Haha. I think my favorite is Champs Elysees dress :)

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  66. hobovogue .May 28, 2010 at 3:05 AM

    every girl needs a little black dress. love the black tiered ruffle dress... so playful and fun, wearable to many diff occasions.

    <33

    [v] hobovogue.blogspot.com

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  67. TMay 28, 2010 at 6:10 AM

    I think the wash. state park dress! loves it

    http://www.fashion-butter.com/

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  68. DemeMay 28, 2010 at 6:42 AM

    I love Resort and Pre-fall collections... My favourite for 2011? CHANEL and DIOR I love them!

    XXX

    DM.

    Moda Eres...

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  69. fashionfamousMay 28, 2010 at 8:41 AM

    I love this collection!

    ♥Raquel... :)

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  70. Denisa LMay 28, 2010 at 9:37 AM

    my fav is the La tour Eiffel one:)

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  71. PituMay 28, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    great post!!xx

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  72. Becca.May 28, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    love love love them all. if only i could afford all of them!
    Thankyou for the comment on my blog :)
    XOXO, BECCA
    http://fashion-train.blogspot.com

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  73. KeithMay 28, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    I wanted to be entered in this giveaway. My favorite dress is the La Tour Eiffel.

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  74. KeithMay 28, 2010 at 10:58 AM

    I just became a follower of gregforsimsbury.

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  75. Tessa May 28, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    I love 'some like it hot'

    x

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  76. WeShopMay 28, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    These frocks are lovely. xx
    PS Would you be interested in a link exchange? xx

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  77. UnknownMay 28, 2010 at 6:49 PM

    Lots of pretty dresses, my favorite is the Yorkshire. I tlooks like the perfect dress for fall and winter.
    pertinentperson@gmail.com

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  78. UnknownMay 28, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    These summer dresses are amazing! I love the Chanel collection. That stripe dress is beautiful. I really like all the ruffles at the Dior collection as well.

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  79. UnknownMay 29, 2010 at 12:51 AM

    I love all these dresses especially that 2 color Bottega one--to die for!

    xo Mary Jo

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  80. Amanda LeeMay 29, 2010 at 1:48 AM

    i am LOVING the resort collections!!
    great post! i love all things pastel!

    xx
    a.

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  81. grant ashleyMay 29, 2010 at 1:50 AM

    the dior collection is speaking my langauge!

    amazing

    xx Grant

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  82. PrettyDamnCuteMay 29, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    I love the G. Cooper dress. Classic and flattering.

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  83. Janet MazorieMay 29, 2010 at 4:25 PM

    All great dresses. I love the Tiery-Eyed dress!

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  84. Prad SavaniaMay 29, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    Hey, interesting post!

    Check out my new high heel shoe design blog!

    Louboutininthemaking.blogspot.com

    All designs are hand-drawn!! Take care

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  85. giveawaydarlingMay 29, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    So hard to pick just one! I like the BUGLE BOY!

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  86. Mruna MistryMay 30, 2010 at 3:18 AM

    i like the baja dress!
    pont neuf comes next!

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  87. ĽubašaMay 30, 2010 at 12:43 PM

    Nice dress collection! My fav from shabby apple: Frida K.
    thanks
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  88. ĽubašaMay 30, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    And I follow gregforsimsbury on Twitter. @Lubaska
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  89. SoaneHonorMay 31, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    Ah, I love the Chanel dresses!!!
    My favourite from Shabby Aple is the dress Belle and Beast from the collection Golden Gate.
    Great you give us such a chance.

    xxxoxo

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  90. AnonymousMay 31, 2010 at 11:21 PM

    Bring me summer in Australia please! Those dresses are so uplifting.

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  91. SMJune 1, 2010 at 4:13 PM

    THE TRAVELER is my current favorite but that changes every time I visit Shabby Apple

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  92. Jadore-FashionJune 1, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    gorgeous dress! nice post darl! xoxo

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  93. annaleneJune 2, 2010 at 3:18 AM

    following gregforsimsbury on twitter (@woozlewozzle)

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  94. annaleneJune 2, 2010 at 3:18 AM

    I love the new Paris collection, my favorite piece is the La Tour Eiffel!

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