Couture Carrie

Thursday, October 31, 2024

CC Loves...

Darlings, happy Halloween! CC's selections here are so chic, it's spooky!
EP Jewels Iced Jumbo Letter Necklace in CZ and 14k gold plated sterling silver.
Fantastic founder story: Evangelina Petrakis launched her label in 2021 at just 17 years old, one month before she graduated high school! Like many students during the pandemic, Evangelina turned to social media as a creative outlet and quickly gained popularity with her fashion-focused style haul videos. She noticed her audience specifically taking an interest in her jewelry so she decided to parlay her childhood love of jewelry into her own brand, creating and marketing her own pieces under the name EP Jewels. Bravo!
 Sidney Garber Scribble 18k yellow gold diamond ring, at modaoperandi.com.

Tiffany HardWear medium link bracelet in rose gold with diamonds, at tiffany.com.

Graziela 18k yellow gold diamond Bahia bangle bracelet, at modaoperandi.com.

Saint Laurent Aston boot, at fwrd.com.

Magda Butrym  rosette-detailed mini skirt, at modaoperandi.com.

Atlein open back ruched mini dress, at atlein.com.

Oscar de la Renta scalloped sequin mini dress, at modaoperandi.com

Costarellos Cloelia floral-appliqued guipure lace midi dress, at modaoperandi.com.

Zuhair Murad sleeveless V-neck sheer embroidered gown, at modaoperandi.com.

Atelier Prabal Gurung Carrie Point d'esprit Gown, at modaoperandi.com.

 Harithand Hibiscus silk-crepe georgette gown, at modaoperandi.com.

Marmar Halim side tail pleated tulle gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Which of these pretty pieces do you 🧡?
xoxox,
CC

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

CC Loves... These Pampering Products!

Darlings, here are CC's selections for chic self-care this season!
Surya Rose Petal Body & Massage Oil: rose is an ancient and treasured remedy to awaken the heart and cool the mind and body. This luxurious oil moisturizes, decreases inflammation, balances pH, and provides antioxidants. 
Hello Sunday The Invisible One SPF50 sunscreen and primer creates a smooth canvas, priming and moisturizing skin with hydrating hyaluronic acid and brightening Vitamin C while blocking harmful UVA/UVB rays, flawlessly blurring skin with its sweat-proof formula.  
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Island Glow Lip and Cheek in Paradise Pink Glow, at charlottetilbury.com.
Heretic Parfum Dirty Santa Bougie Candle, a smoldering blend of hickory and wood smoke laced with pine, warm clove, oakmoss, and a seductive hint of leather, at fwrd.com.
HigherDOSE Supercharge Copper Body Brush, at modaoperandi.com.
Which of these awesome items will you incorporate into your self-care routine?
xoxox,
CC

Monday, October 28, 2024

Runway Report: Magnificent Miniskirts

Darlings, CC's survey of the Spring 2025 collections closes with high hemlines! Designers delighted in leggy looks, from microminis to kicky kilts to terrific tutus, there's a chic skirt in this post for each of CC's Fellow Fashionistas!
Photos via vogue.com. 
16Arlington

Alexander McQueen

Ambush

Bally

Balmain

Ermanno Scervino

Gauntlett Cheng

CGDS

Isabel Marant

JW Anderson

Knwls

LaQuan Smith

Ludovic de Saint Sernin

No. 21

Ottolinger

Philipp Plein

Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini

Private Policy

Roberto Cavalli

Saint Laurent

Simone Rocha

Tolu Coker
Which of these magnificent miniskirts do you 🧡?
xoxox,
CC

Sunday, October 27, 2024

CC Loves... Creature Comforts!

Darlings, as daylight hours dwindle, shore up your defenses with CC's creature comforts! 
Enjoy a tropical getaway... or just treat yourself to a chic new swimsuit!
Sauvage Swimwear Gold Crystal Snake Bandeau Bikini Top and Thong Bottom
Seat backs and tray tables upright for airplane awesomeness:
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Build Your Own Kit. Choose any 4:
Cleared for Take-Off Hand Sanitizer
In the Clouds Facial Mist
Hydroboost Highdrating Pads
Flying Highdration Mask
 Vegan Voyage Luggage Tag - Green or Tan
Frolic safely in the sun, even in chilly winter months with Hello Sunday The Shimmer One SPF 45 mineral glow. Compact and mess-free, this highlighter is packed with moisture-rich sunflower wax, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and soothing Vitamin E to seal in moisture and smooth the look of skin and give you a gorgeous glow!
Build your empire! Meet CEO and Founder of Dumpling Daughter, Nadia Liu Spellman! Inspired by her parents' Boston restaurant and her mother's amazing meals, Nadia launched her own business, both online and in stores throughout Massachusetts.
 Nosh on comfort cuisine: Dumpling Daughter The Cookbook
Which of these awesome ideas do you ?
xoxox,
CC

Friday, October 25, 2024

CC Loves... Dr. Brandt Skincare!

Darlings, happy Friday! Nourish yourself this weekend and beyond with CC's skincare secret: Dr. Brandt Integrative Dermatology, founded in 1995 by Dr. Fredric Brandt. Dr. Brandt's love of skincare started at Sloan-Kettering, where he specialized in the research and treatment of leukemia, using natural elements to fight against the growth of cancer. Green tea, vitamin A and vitamin C, effectively utilized in patient care under Dr. Brandt’s expert eye, became the basis of his future skincare line.
Here a few of CC's preferred products from the range:
Dr. Brandt Pores No More Luminizer Primer, a lightweight silky cream that creates a glowing, flawless complexion, blurs the look of pores and imperfections, and provides a smooth canvas for foundation and makeup application. Ideal for clients (like CC!) concerned with enlarged pores, lack of radiance, and texture imperfections.  
Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Texture Perfecting Kit (now 30% off!) 
Polish like a pro with these anti-aging exfoliators for the face, body -- inspired by in-office microdermabrasion procedures thanks to double exfoliation!
Contains:
1. RENEWING AGE-DEFYING FACE EXFOLIATOR: a lightweight cream that buffs away dead skin cells, softens texture, nourishes, soothes skin and protects from free radicals
2. BODY POLISHING EXFOLIATOR: removes dead surface skin cells, improves the look of bumps and rough patches, polishes, smooths and moisturizes for baby soft skin
3. SMOOTHING LIP SCRUB: polishes and conditions dry, flaky lips to enhance their appearance, preparing them for color application
Dr. Brandt Hydro Biotic overnight hydrating face mask, a light gel cream that hydrates deeply, locks in moisture for up to 72 hours, helps strengthen skin's barrier, and reduces redness and signs of irritation
Dr. Brandt Dare to Age Firming Day Cream: powered by Dr. B’s proprietary VITACELLREGEN Complex™, this moisturizing cream acts as a collagen booster, using plant-derived stem cells and tripeptides to activate skin's anti-aging signals and boost collagen production. 
Dr. Brandt Bright This Way 24/7 Retinol Eye Cream, from the NEW collection! This lightweight cream brightens eye contour, smooths the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and moisturizes the eye area. CC's new daily go-to!
Which of these amazing items catch your eye?
xoxox,
CC