Book Review: Chanel Bio for Kids!

 Darlings, CC is so excited to share this insightful book review by guest editor and fledgling fashionista Paulette, a 7th grader from Canton, CT! 

Paulette was photographed at home by her mom, my dear friend and fellow UConn Law School alum Aimee Hoben, who just published her first novel, The Third Way - read about it here and purchase it here!

Paulette's review:

"I Am Coco – The Life of Coco Chanel is the compelling story of Coco Chanel with captivating illustrations and all you need to know about the life of one of the world’s most iconic fashion designers. Isabel Pin made this book feel less like a non-fiction book and more like the inspiring story of a young woman willing to do anything to achieve her dream."

I Am Coco: The Life of Coco Chanel by Isabel Pin (release date: Sept. 13, Hardcover $17.95, Ages 6-9, 88 pages). 

Follow the French-and-German author and illustrator on Instagram @isabelpinworksbooks and pre-order copies of this beautiful bio for the budding fashionistas in your life here! 

Many thanks to Paulette for her thoughtful and eloquent review and to her mom, Aimee, for the pretty pics!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves... Ponyback Hats!

 Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Ponyback Hats, a chic and innovative collection of caps that let you style your hair as desired and keep you covered! A special thank you to Courtney at ChicExecs PR and Stacy, the company's founder, an entrepreneur and an active mother of 3 boys! 

Ponyback Hats are not only fashionable and comfortable, their patent-pending design is fabulously functional: a large magnetic opening at the back of the cap accommodates any hair style or type without the hassle and discomfort of velcro, buttons or snaps! 

CC absolutely adores these hats, which come in a variety of colors and sizes for both women and girls, available at ponybackhats.com. Be sure to follow @ponybackstyle on Instagram so you can keep up with this innovative brand!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves... This Book!

 

Darlings, CC is absolutely smitten with Trina Turk's latest book, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the designer's fabulous fashion and lifestyle brand! In addition to being a beautiful coffee-table tome, this 244-page hardcover book is packed with gorgeous color photos and delightful nuggets about Trina's sources of inspiration. 

Available at chroniclebooks.com.

Order a few copies, darlings, as you will definitely want to gift this lovely volume to your fashionable friends!

xoxox,

CC

CC Trendspotting: Bracelet Over Sleeve!

Darlings, it's time for some lovely layering! Whether it's on the runway, on the streets, or on the pages of your favorite fashion mags, this trend is spot on for autumn... Simply layer your beautiful bracelets (or your watch) over your sleeve! 

Photos via Google Images and Pinterest.

Darlings, what do you think of this trend for F/W 2016?

Will you be layering your bracelets over your sweaters and blouses this season?

CC sure will!

xoxox,

CC

If Money Were No Object...

Darlings, if you had unlimited funds, how would you use them?

Here's what CC would buy/do if money were no object!

Regular jaunts to NYC.

A chartered sail in the Caribbean.

A divinely decadent dinner out once a week.

A two week vacation in the Maldives.

An awesome Audi A4 convertible.

Designer Duds! 

Balmain stitched wool-paneled leather mini dress, at net-a-porter.com.

Luxurious lingerie like this Bordelle Angela dress, at bordelle.co.uk.

My Yoga Teacher Certification from Kripalu.

A week at Canyon Ranch in Miami Beach, once a year.

Some luxe luggage.

The services of a custom tailor to alter everything in my wardrobe so that it fits perfectly.

Darlings, what would you splurge on if you had the means?

Consider yourselves tagged!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves...

Darlings, its' time to resurrect the (seemingly long defunct) tag! Here are some of the things that CC loves...

What shows/clothes/foods/sports/books etc. are you smitten with? CC is tagging all of her fellow fashionistas to post their loves!

Absolutely Fabulous! Other favorite shows include Mad Men, Sons of Anarchy, 30 Rock, Scandal and the original Beverly Hills, 90210!

AcroYoga, Pilates and Barre ~ that's CC on the lower left of that triple down dog!

Bikinis. CC has over 100, including this Sauvage Swimwear Allure bikini, at sauvagewear.com.

Blueberry pancakes. CC's dad used to make them from scratch when she was a little girl :)

Bold beauty, especially gorgeous glosses.

Chic cocktails, particularly vodka martinis with blue cheese stuffed olives.

Cool cupcakes. CC's faves are red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting... Yum!

Haute hats; oversized fedora from riverisland.com.

NYC, where CC lived for six years when she was a public high school Spanish teacher.

Pretty party dresses.

 Three Floor Blue Noise Dress ~ CC just snapped up on sale at asos.com.

Setting personal goals and attaining them; CC ran her first half marathon in October!

The New York Times progressive crossword puzzle, especially on Thursdays... it's challenging but not impossible.

What do you love, darlings?

Can't wait to see your posts!

xoxox,

CC

Stars and Stripes Forever!

Happy Fourth of July, darlings!

All photos via Pinterest.

xoxox,

CC