CC Loves...

Darlings, here are the little lovelies that CC is currently smitten with! From fab footwear to haute handbags to divine dresses, there's sure to be a pretty piece in this post for each of CC's fellow fashionistas!

Aquazzura Christy embroidered canvas point-toe flats, at net-a-porter.com.

 Miu Miu patent leather pumps, at mytheresa.com.

3 Marc Jacobs Carrie Ghillie lace-up patent leather pumps, at net-a-porter.com.

Dolce & Gabbana embellished fur-trimmed glitter pumps, at mytheresa.com.

Valentino laser-cut leather lace and tulle ankle boots, at net-a-porter.com.

Balenciaga slant-heel satin ankle boot, at matchesfashion.com.

Balenciaga printed leather ankle boots, at mytheresa.com.

Brother Vellies Natural Springbok Palma Bag, at brothervellies.com.

J.W. Anderson medium Pierce leather shoulder bag, at mytheresa.com.

Gucci Garden Dionysus mini bag, at gucci.com.

Valentino embellished metallic leather and suede waist belt, at net-a-porter.com.

Vika Gazinskaya one-shoulder metallic cropped top, at mytheresa.com.

 Dion Lee cutout pinstriped cotton-poplin top, at net-a-porter.com.

Balmain crepe blazer, at mytheresa.com.

 Gucci A-line skirt, at mytheresa.com.

 Valentino pleated velvet skirt, at mytheresa.com.

Jason Wu satin-crepe midi dress, at net-a-porter.com.

Topshop Unique Irving zebra-print silk-satin dress, at net-a-porter.com.

 Stella McCartney Adele lace crepe dress, at mytheresa.com.

Mary Katrantzou Eden printed crepe dress, at mytheresa.com.

 Michael Kors Collection sequin-embellished dress, at mytheresa.com.

Hillier Bartley Koi-embroidered silk-satin dress, at matchesfashion.com.

Gucci floral-printed silk dress, at mytheresa.com.

 Diane von Furstenberg Veronica dress, at matchesfashion.com.

Alexander McQueen ruffled sequin-embellished gown, at net-a-porter.com.

Darlings, what are you loving lately?

Do any of these pretty pieces catch your eye?

xoxox,

CC

Discount Shopping Online with Coupons!

Darlings, as you probably already know, CC is an online shopping aficionado!

Whether it's stocking up on beauty products, rounding out her clutch collection, shopping for premier designer shoes, or splurging on a fabulous new frock, CC adores surfing the web for bodacious bargains.  Savings.com is an amazing source of free online coupons for super stores such as Macy's, Land's End, Drugstore.com, Vera Bradley, and Saks.com, among many others.  You can save up to 30% on your order and/or get free shipping, darlings!

And be sure to check out RioCodes.com for other divine deals, like discounts at Athleta, Joss & Main, Soft Surroundings, and Sally Beauty Supply.  You are going to love saving at all your preferred online shopping destinations...  Happy Coupon hunting, darlings, and be sure to tell CC in the comments section which online shops are your favorites!

xoxox,

CC

Photo via neimanmarcus.com.

Top 7 Great Budget Gifting Sites for Summer 2013

Darlings, you always want to gift your loved ones, something that they would always remember but would also not burn right through your pocket or wallet, or worse put them on fire! When buying a gift for a loved one we often cannot buy them the things we really intend to because they are too expensive since they are branded or simply expensive for no reason at all.

Here are some budget-friendly gifting ideas for the summer, with each of the following ideas being available online for purchase and have good delivery services too. The payment options are great and the best part is that they don’t look cheap or are not made with cheap materials but are very reasonably priced for your budget. We have gifting ideas here, for Grandma Lily to new-born baby Nebraska. So, take a look. CC has set them in random order because you can’t choose who is more important. They all simply deserve the best for their birthday this summer!

What to Gift this summer: Top 7 Sites

1.      Sizzling Budget Bags: Buy Me Handbags: Go crazy with all the wonderful designer influenced bags for your loved female ones who simply love fashion and have always wanted carry the best of totes and handbags leather can offer at reasonable rates. Log onto their website to check their hot fashion accessories in leather: Buy Me Handbags

2.      Get That Bling For Your Favorite Girl in The World: All of us find it very difficult to get the bling ring for our girls affected with the ever-rising cost of Gold and other precious metals as well as diamonds, which they say are a girl’s best friend. Log onto the diamond ornament gifting hub:  Union Diamond

3.      Some Accessories For The Boys and Their Toys: Boys are quite the difficult people to gift. They find everything, well let’s not just up to their straight A taste and are always looking for a purposeful gift. For crazy mobile and cell phone accessories visit: Wired Shops.

4.      Handbags For The Young and The Bold: So you have this friend who loves bold and metallic colored bags and styles and goes crazy on accessorizing. She loves designer bags but you can’t afford them. Don’t worry. Get them the next best thing to designer handbags. Here, is a note of extreme caution, you might end up buying for yourself too from Find Me Handbags

5.      Get the Gift of Power For Any Shower: Summer holds the wedding season for various kinds of people for different backgrounds. Hence, the bridal showers and the always happening any-time, “I am Pregnant, this is so exciting”, baby showers in the summers too. Don’t want to run around for the shower gifts. No problem log onto: ABC Favors

6.      Summer Diamond Love Blings and Bands: Here are some ideas that are influenced by the big-name designers but don’t cost that much, thrives with quality and the emotional value that they are made with. Visit: Find Me Diamond.

7.      Special Wedding Earrings for the summer: Wedding Earrings can create quite the expense for people and single mommies and mommies to be. Find out what the most affordable options there are for the delightful occasion without compromising on quality diamonds this season. Visit: Get Me Earrings

So, gift unique items this summer and be remembered for your innovative ideas and generosity!

xoxox,

CC

Trendspotting: Bracelet Clutch!

Perfect for a night on the town… two accessories in one! The wristlet offers sleek elegance and ease of toting. Add a bracelet strap and you've got the perfect party piece!
Runway photos via style.com.
Roberto Cavalli (3)
Chloé
Jil Sander
Where to find them:
Roberto Cavalli Serpent bracelet clutch and
silk floral clutch; these and next at net-a-porter.com.
Miu Miu pailette covered clutch
Orange leather wristlet, $24.99 at target.com
Marc Jacobs suede jeweled clutch, at Marc Jacobs boutiques; pictured via elle.com.
Gucci Hysteria clutch, at Bergdorf Goodman New York
Hobo International Edna envelope clutch with turnlock closure; this and next two at nordstrom.com.
Juicy Couture red wristlet wallet
Dooney & Bourke Signature wristlet
Tory Burch embossed Lux T Reva clutch, at bergdorfgoodman.com
Deals of the Day: Forever 21 purple gathered floral clutch and Retro coral rose wristlet clutch, both at forever21.com for less than $20 each!
Green vinyl wristlet clutch. Visit fredflare,com.
Last look: Dior metal patent wristlet at bergdorfgoodman.com. Sleek!



Hope you've all enjoyed the weekend, darlings! We got a lovely dusting of snow here in the Northeast that is really putting CC in the holiday spirit! Off to wrap some prezzies . . .

xoxox,
CC

Patent Pending . . .

Bags galore, darlings! Think shiny, in rich chocolate and candy hues.

At left: Diane von Furstenberg

At right: Matthew Williamson

Runway pics via style.com except where otherwise noted.
Emilio Pucci

Shiny and chic is great for fall or spring, so stock up, ladies! There’s a patent bag in nearly every color, size and price range!


From runway to "real" way; Gossip Girl sets the tone . . .

What to buy?

One shoulder bag, one clutch!
Jil Sander leather one-handle tote, via style.com.
Look for Less: patent buckle tote, $38 at lulu-nyc.com.
Beth Springer Hybrid vibrant violet bag. Visit bethspringer.com.
Patent leather tote in black and honey brown at gap.com for $50.
Tory Burch rose patent tote. Visit bergdorfgoodman.com.
Versace deep purple patent tote. Go to Nordstrom.com.
Foley + Corinna patent trim Jet Setter Jr., at revolveclothing.com.
Marc Jacobs patent Classic Christy handbag in pale pink, via style.com. Remember that pastels work for autumn, darlings!
Botkier patent Sasha mini duffel. Visit shopbop.com.
Anya Hindmarch Flavie indigo tote, at net-a-porter.com.

If you're feeling adventruous, go ombré!

L.A.M.B. green ombré patent Manchester tote, at shopbop.com.
Jessica Simpson Tenjune small ombré satchel. Go to jessicasimpsoncollection.com to buy.
Fendi Mini Mama shoulder bag, at net-a-porter.com. Could this be the next "baguette"?
Missoni patent leather frame clutch, pictured courtesy style.com (runway, too!) and available at Missoni boutiques.
Be & D black patent clutch with stud detailing, on sale at net-a-porter.com.
Andarei yellow Capri clutch, at revolveclothing.com.
Felix Rey PVC Ida cosmetics case; $58.00 at shopbop.com.
D&G purple envelope clutch, at D&G boutiques; picture via elle.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs patent coin purse, at standardstyle.com
How to wear it: Rebecca Minkoff Market tote and Kors trench in lipstick red, at chickdowntown.com.

Shine on, darlings!