Sweet Summer Sale: Amy Matto Dresses!

Darlings, CC is so excited to reintroduce you to Amy Matto, a divinely talented designer from right here in CC's lovely home state of Connecticut!  CC has been partnering with Amy Matto for nearly two years, and is so pleased with the construction, comfort, and beauty of her clothing!  Here'a a bit about Amy's line from the website: 

"The Amy Matto customer is deliberate in her fashion choices, seeking understated elegance and appreciating the best quality fabrics and craftsmanship. She is sensual and feminine while being sophisticated and appropriate. Beautiful lines and flattering forms accentuate the modern feminine ideal. Celebrity fans of the brand include Halle Berry, Sharon Stone, Cindy Crawford, Bethenny Frankel and Kelly Rutherford."  You can also frequently see The Today Show hosts Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford wearing Amy's fabulous designs on their morning program!

CC adores the beauty and versatility of Amy Matto's pieces, and hopes you enjoy these amazing summer dresses, all available at amymatto.com.  What is more, all of these pretty pieces are on sale!

Anja Dress.

Arden Dress.

Juliet Dress ~ CC has and absolutely adores!

A modern twist on a classic, the back has crossover elastic straps and an exposed zipper.

Keely Dress.

Lara Dress.

Maritza Dress.

Tricia Dress.

Which of these fabulous frocks do you favor?

xoxox,

CC

Sweet Summer Dresses by Amy Matto

Darlings, just in time for the most beautiful day of the holiday weekend: CC is so excited to reintroduce you to Amy Matto, a divinely talented designer from right here in CC's lovely home state of Connecticut!  CC has been partnering with Amy Matto for nearly two years, and is so pleased with the construction, comfort, and attractiveness of her clothing!  Here'a a bit about Amy's line from the website: 

"The Amy Matto customer is deliberate in her fashion choices, seeking understated elegance and appreciating the best quality fabrics and craftsmanship. She is sensual and feminine while being sophisticated and appropriate. Beautiful lines and flattering forms accentuate the modern feminine ideal. Celebrity fans of the brand include Halle Berry, Sharon Stone, Cindy Crawford, Bethenny Frankel and Kelly Rutherford."  You can also frequently see The Today Show hosts Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford wearing Amy's fabulous designs on their morning program!

CC adores the beauty and versatility of Amy Matto's pieces, and hopes you enjoy these amazing summer dresses, all available at amymatto.com.

Alyssa Dress.

So fun and flirty, and comes in a variety of different prints!

Beach Dress.

CC has and absolutely adores... 

The gathered side makes for a super-flattering fit, and this is seriously the most comfortable dress in CC's summer wardrobe!

Carolyn Dress.

Perfect for a chilly summer evening on the veranda.

Ellie Dress...

Just one of several marvelous maxi dresses in Amy Matto's Summer 2014 Collection!

Jordan Dress.

CC is smitten with the sherbet shade and the perforated overlay.

Juliet Dress.

With criss-cross straps and an exposed zip in the back: a unique take on a classic!

Maritza Dress in cotton seersucker ~ 

CC adores the subtle chevron pattern and the belted, flared shape!

Which of these pretty pieces do you prefer?

Be sure to like Amy Matto on Facebook and follow Amy Matto on Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest so you can keep up with all the gorgeousness, darlings!

xoxox,

CC

Playful Printed Dresses

Darlings, these hot summer months require colorful, fun and playful prints!  From cute animals, to psychedelic swirls, to art-deco geometrics... anything goes when it comes to summertime!  CC's advice: don’t shy away from a bold printed dresses!  A patterned summer garment works regardless of the occasion– wear it on its own for a casual stroll in the park, accessorize with chunky jewelry and wedges for a night on the town, or tone it down with a more conservative blazer or cardigan for a polished, professional look.  CC hopes you enjoy these fabulous frocks, all available at eShakti.com, where you can customize your look based on your exact measurements, including your height.  Amazing news, darlings: you can get a free $25 coupon by registering with eShakti today!

Asian print surplice dress.

Banded black giraffe print dress.

So adorable!

Chevron stripe poplin dress.

Contrast printblock georgette sheath.

Floral colorblock print frock.

Floral splash print retro frock.

Fun and flirty!

Graphic stripe poplin dress.

CC has and absolutely adores...  So chic, and comfy, too!

Hummingbirds chiffon print dress.

Radiating print retro frock.

Retro style gingham check dress.

Gorgeous and girly!

Which of these playful prints do you prefer?

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

xoxox,

CC

The Summer Dress Guide: The Distinctive Dresses of Design Divas

Whether we're talking sweet and sassy sundresses or fabulously fancy frocks, higher temperatures mean elevated summer styles from every design diva. And with Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 collections already hitting stores and runways, sales on warm weather wearables are shining everywhere. To be sure that you're dressed for success this August, here's a look at what's trending right now.  

Waist Not, Want Not  While your shoulders might be bare, the bodices of this season's star pieces are far from it, revealing a multitude of midline embellishments. Beaded empire waists, ribbon belts, and fabric twists appear front and center. Just look at the sharp silhouette that Carolina Herrera creates when she cinches her hibiscus bird print jacquard pleat dress with a leather and acetate belt, or the bad-girl-next-door aura that Rebecca Minkoff channels with her black-and-white Mara bustier dress featuring zipper accents at the waistline.  A little flair at the bodice is always a good bet.

Great Lengths Now that we're in the peak season, higher hemlines offer a peek at tanned legs. And though these pieces may be shorter, they most certainly aren't short on style. Designers have packed plenty of structure into these mini dresses, flirting with tiered and tulle skirts for maximum impact. For example, among her Summer 2011 lineup, Ali Ro puts forth a fabulously chic silk shift with a pleated bottom, perfect for flirty alfresco nights.

And when it comes to longer gowns, fashionistas are channeling inner goddess with dramatically flowing, floor-length numbers. Try on Nanette Lepore's "Rain or Shine" silk maxi, with its warm abstract rose print and loosely draped ruffles, for a little feminine mystique. Or don the one-shoulder ombre chiffon gown from Monique Lhuillier's Spring 2011 ready-to-wear collection for an ethereal effect.

   Material Girl Whether cool jersey cotton, seersucker, chiffon, or linen, this season's materials have been painted in vivid abstracts and decorated in funky geometric cutouts and patterns. Betsey Johnson's "Gorgeous Garden" chiffon babydoll dress plays to a woman's softer side with its delicate fluttering cut and Monet-inspired pattern, while Alice + Olivia's "Russell" slip dress makes a bold statement with a tribal wave print.

And when it comes to graphics, Diane Von Furstenberg has the goods with her "Oblixe" silk jersey dress featuring tone-on-tone geo patterning. Nicole Miller also makes use of the black graphic print by layering stripes of varying weights across a wash of cobalt in her "Tidal Pleat dress".

Clari Farkash is the designer of the Clarisse line of short dresses and homecoming dresses for promgirl.net. Clarisse dresses have been worn by such celebrities as Miss Galaxy International and Miss Teen Galaxy UK. Promgirl.net has been selling prom

dresses and formal gowns from America's top designers for over 25 years. CC has a Clarisse dress and adores it!

xoxox,

CC

Guest Post: Summer Dresses

With all the sunshine we’ve been having recently, it’s no wonder that everywhere we look there are summer dresses being broken out of our wardrobes so that we can flaunt our legs in the lovely weather.

If you’re looking to update your wardrobe for the new summer season then there are a number of summer dresses, including Plus size dresses, that you should be keeping an eye out for to ensure you’re on trend for the coming months.

Everyone’s favourite summer dress – the maxi dress – is back once again for another season. If you’re a lover of summer dresses that are effortlessly stylish as well as keeping you cool and covered up then the summer maxi is a great option.

The maxi has been given a makeover though, and the summer version makes use of sheer fabrics, pale floral patterns and a tiered effect, taking inspiration from the floaty dresses of the seventies.

Long summer dresses aren’t for everyone though, so if you want to get those pins out in the sunshine then opt for a shorter style dress. There are lots of cute summer dresses about at the moment which have Peter Pan collars. These pretty dresses come in all sorts of prints and colours, so you’re sure to find one that suits you.

Another classic summer dress style is that of a simple, empire line dress. These usually come with spaghetti straps and fall just below the bust. This type of dress is perfect for the beach as a cover up or can be dressed up with some glam accessories for a chic daytime look.

Alternative to summer dresses can also include a pretty playsuit or a bright tunic dress which can be teamed with leggings and sandals for a summer look.

Make the most of the gorgeous sunshine and get your summer dresses out of retirement today. And if you don’t have any you want to wear then hit the shops and revamp your summer wardrobe!

xoxox,

CC