Beautiful Beachwear by Dolcessa

Darlings, CC is so excited to (re)introduce you to Dolcessa Swimwear, a luxury women’s swimwear brand based in Las Vegas, Nevada with manufacturing facilities in the European Union.  Inspired by the composition of nature, Dolcessa's design team instills a variety of textures and hardware through its design process.  Impeccable quality, curve-accentuating cuts and bold colors have set Dolcessa apart and gained the brand repeated inclusion in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue. For more information, please visit www.mydolcessa.com.

Fabulous news! Katya Leoncio, owner/designer, of Dolcessa swimwear has been selected as one of the twelve emerging designers to participate in Phoenix Fashion Week 2013. The participation in Phoenix Fashion Week comes as a natural continuation of Dolcessa’s expansion. As a contestant in their “Designer of 2013” challenge, Katya will present 12 looks from Dolcessa’s 2014 spring collection, including swimwear and beachwear/cover-ups.  Dolcessa has graced the pages of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition for 3 consecutive years, with beauties Kate Upton and Irina Shayk donning the theme-coordinated styles in Antarctica and Sp ain. Dolcessa has also been chosen for the cover of UFC magazine’s 2013 inaugural swimsuit issue, as well as gracing the pages of People, Maxim, FHM, and OK Magazines.   Vegas billboard/advertising campaigns include the Cosmopolitan, Palms Hotel & Casino, and the M Casino and Resort.  Last, “Dancing With The Stars” host Brooke Burke is one of Dolcessa’s celebrity clients.

CC hopes you enjoy these beautiful bikinis and cover-ups from Dolcessa's 2014 collection!

Beachwave bikini.

Butterfly dress.

Emerald Cove bikini.

Flame sarong.

Flame tunic.

Mariposa tunic.

Open front coverup.

Silk kimono.

Which of these pretty pieces are you most smitten with? Please let CC know in the comments section of this post!

And be sure to like Dolcessa on Facebook and follow Dolcessa on Twitter and Instagram so you can keep up with all the gorgeousness!

xoxox,

CC

Luxe Lingerie

Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Dolci Follie, a fabulous online shop stocking premier designer lingerie and swimwear!  Dolci Follie also has a beautiful boutique in Notting Hill, London!  The store carries a bevy of beautiful brands such as Andres Sarda, Bordelle, Damaris, Fleur of England, Lascivious, Made by Niki, Mary Green, Mimi Holliday, Nichole de Carle and Simona Barbieri.  CC hope you enjoy this selection of luxe lingerie.  All items at dolcifollie.co.uk.

Folies de Renaud black ruffle babydoll. 

Gilda & Pearl Harlow gold lace kimono.

Fleur of England Dash of Lime lace plunge bra. 

I.D. Sarrieri rose diamante body. 

Lascivious Lola basque. 

Luna Veneziana Sabrina gold eyemask.

Made by Niki strands silk and fringe cropped bodice.

Marlies Dekkers Calder ocean blue push up bra. 

Mimi Holliday Cuba Libra balconette bra.
CC has and absolutely adores!
The fit and print are totally fabulous! 

Parah Rive Gauche apricot silk nightgown.

Be sure to like Dolci Follie on Facebook and follow Dolci Follie on Twitter so you can keep up with all the gorgeousness, darlings!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves...

Darlings, here are just a few of the items that CC is loving right now!
John Frieda Precision Foam Hair Color, at johnfrieda.com ~ CC has tried the medium natural blonde shade and adores it...
This Mary Jo Matsumoto Beachcomber nail polish trio, at maryjomatsumoto.com.
This collage by Henri Matisse.
This glitter thin belt, at mango.com.
These Gucci zebra-print calf-hair pumps, at net-a-porter.com.
This Anya Hindmarch studded heart clutch, at mirabella.com.
These Erickson Beamon Rear Window gunmetal-plated Swarovski crystal earrings, at net-a-porter.com.
These purple tassel earrings, at fantasyjewelrybox.com.
This Michael Kors Dylan watch, at shopbop.com.
This Spreegirl New Rave bra, at spreegirl.com.
This Thai silk kimono from Sue's Silk... CC has and adores... this 100% silk robe is super soft and luxurious with an extra long obi belt. The height of elegance and refinement both in and out of the boudoir. Shop sues-silk.com, darlings!
This Catherine Malandrino ruffled stretch-silk dress, at net-a-porter.com.
This Pencey Standard open back dress, at shopbop.com. CC just bought!
This Star Talks double-breasted camel cape from sheinside.com ~ CC has and loves! CC has been wanting a cape for some time now and this one is an instant classic! Fabulous news, darlings: sheinside.com is offering CC readers a 20% discount with code Carrie20!
This Haute Hippie King & I Cloak, at shopbop.com... What an exquisitely crafted piece!
This look from Isabel Marant's Spring 2012 collection, pictured via style.com ~ CC wants those jeans!
This vintage maillot, pictured via Fellow Fashionista Dimitri of Salon Artfact.
This Artdecadence print by the very talented Chrisy ~ darlings, do visit her etsy site!
What are you currently smitten with?
xoxox,

CC

What the Hef?

Yes, in addition to exposing his lifestyle to the masses with the wildly success-ful Girls Next Door (photo at left via starpulse.com),
Mr. Hefner has started marketing his image with a line of mens shoes.

See more at http://www.333footwear.com/333_hugh_navy.html
Hef's signature style was represented on both the Resort and Fall runways:

At left:

Hermes

Tuleh

Tuleh

Joanna Mastroianni

Roberto Cavalli Resort

Badgley Mischka Resort
Allegra Hicks Resort

Photography credits: Fall runway pictures courtesy nymag.com. Resort photos via style.com.

CC thinks Hef was onto something when he decided to host parties wearing a silk robe... though she would advocate swapping the slippers for stilettos!

Lounge in luxurious style or play hostess in these sumptuous kimonos, all available at net-a-porter.com.

Emilio Pucci Sundial georgette gown

Paul & Joe Grabuje silk dress

Matthew Williamson Kandi beaded kimono dress

Temperley London Starlight Evita silk kaftan

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The timing of this Hef Style phenomenon couldn't be better, since the lovely Anna Faris (lounging poolside in July's Vanity Fair) will soon be appearing in The House Bunny.

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So, will you be seeing this film or wearing a kimono anytime soon? CC hefinitely will!