Couture Carrie

Thursday, February 19, 2026

CC Loves... Slalam!

Darlings, as a fashionista and fitness instructor, CC's adores (après) ski chic! Imagine her delight to discover emerging brand Slalam, which embraces the same aesthetic! Slalam emerged from its founder's vision of merging style with performance. Based in Colorado, the wife and husband team sought to create skiwear coupling sophistication with exceptional performance. Crafted from premium Italian fabrics, Slalam’s debut Summit Collection, showcased herein, offers a seamless blend of sleek design and high performance. Slalam tackles overconsumption by running small production batches, ensuring each piece is crafted with care and exclusivity. CC approves!  
Slalam The Bodysuit, available in Black, White or Mocha Mousse: Embrace the pinnacle of athletic sophistication with The Bodysuit—a masterful fusion of high-fashion aesthetics and cutting-edge performance technology. Designed for the high-intensity lifestyle, this shapewear-inspired bodysuit delivers unparalleled support, breathability, and range of motion, ensuring you look and feel exceptional from your morning workout to your evening recovery. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, The Bodysuit combines luxury with raw utility. Its innovative moisture-wicking fabric and sleek, aerodynamic design make it the essential foundation for every fitness pursuit.
Features:
 ▪ Thumbhole sleeves
  ▪ Front zip closure with Slalam logo-debossed zipper pull
▪ Contrasting Slalam logo at sleeve and collar
Slalam The Jacket is more than just a piece of outerwear—it’s your ultimate shield against the elements, expertly crafted to merge high-performance functionality with timeless style. Made with precision Italian fabric, every detail is designed to keep you warm, dry, and effortlessly elegant.
Features:
On-seam side pockets for sleek storage
Slalam logo zipper pulls
Slalam logo-embossed left sleeve with zippered inner wrist pocket
Thermal insulation and tailored fit for warmth without bulk
Slalam The Suspender, available in Black or Red: engineered for performance and style, The Suspender combines durability with design, ensuring that you stay chicly secure whether you're shredding the slopes or strolling après ski.
Features:
Matte metal hardware
Durable elastic
Slalam The Pant: Inspired by the seamless transition between sport and leisure, The Pant combines cutting-edge functionality with a sleek, tailored silhouette.
Features:
Thermal insulation
Hidden front zip and tab closure
Tonal Slalam logo at left calf
Dual rear leg zippers 
Which of these chic Slalam pieces do you ?
xoxox,
CC

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Vintage Vibes

Darlings, what's old is new again... or, what's new looks old!
CC's suspects designers' vintage vantage is here to stay! Check out these divinely distressed pieces, carefully curated by CC for you, my Fellow Fashionistas!
 Dries Van Noten leather sneakers, at mytheresa.com.
 Maison Margiela distressed metallic pumps, at mytheresa.com.
 Khaite Clive 5 boot in Vintage Black leather, at fwrd.com.
 Ksubi Duke Krest Cap, at kith.com.
Isabel Marant Bolton medium leather shoulder bag,  at mytheresa.com.
Miu Miu distressed leather shoulder bag,  at mytheresa.com.
Natasha Zinko checked distressed bra, at thewebster.com.
 Haikure distressed cotton and wool-blend tank, at net-a-porter.com.
Acne Studios Esmii denim tank top, at mytheresa.com.
 LaQuan Smith leather bustier, at mytheresa.com.
AREA crystal-embellished crewneck sweater, at thewebster.com.
KNWLS leather miniskirt, at mytheresa.com.
Balenciaga oversized distressed cotton-jersey hoodie, at net-a-porter.com.
Rick Owens Naska Gary coated denim jacket, at mytheresa.com.
Nicholas K Tanner Jacket in distressed black leather with zip-off sleeves. CC's latest splurge!
Which of these wonderfully worn-looking pieces do you ?
xoxox,
CC

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

CC Loves...

Darlings, here are the little lovelies that currently have CC smitten!
Hoorsenbuhs Dame Phantom Ring with diamonds, at kith.com.
Aeyde Paul shearling ankle boots, at aeyde.com.
Ferragamo Hug small eelskin bag, at modaoperandi.com.
Diesel T-Orset Top, at kith.com.


Monique Lhuillier embroidered mikado pique mini cocktail dress, at modaoperandi.com.
Carolina Herrera pleated ribbon-striped crinkle jacquard mini  dress, at modaoperandi.com.
 Johanna Ortiz Fluvial Adventure embellished minidress, at modaoperandi.com.
 Oscar de la Renta strapless Bugle Loops cocktail dress, at modaoperandi.com.
Maticevski Spearhead sequined gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Elie Saab embroidered metallic gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Which of these pretty pieces do you ?
xoxox,
CC

Monday, February 9, 2026

CC Loves...These Beauty Products!

Darlings, here are the beauty products CC's using and loving on these frigid February days!
Dr. Brandt 360 Degree Firming Eye Cream:
- Visibly firms eye contour and eyelids
- Smoothes lines and wrinkles
- Reduces dark circles
- Suitable for all skin types and tones
- Ophthalmologically tested
- Made with 99% natural origin ingredients
Bubble Skincare Secret Agent Color Correcting Balm, clinically formulated to instantly camouflage the look of redness for a flawless, even complexion: this silky balm contains soothing, brightening, and clarifying ingredients that even help fade redness and blemish marks over time.
Isamaya Liplaq plumping, hydrating, high-shine gloss in Metal, at isamaya.com.
Surratt Relevee Lash Curler, at fwrd.com.
Which of these beauties will you be buying, babes?
xoxox,
CC

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Sporty Chic

Darlings, CC's not even sure which teams are playing at Bad Bunny's concert today 😂 but let's celebrate the Superbowl in sporty chic style!
 Fiametta 18k white gold diamond tennis bracelet, at modaoperandi.com.
Prada metal basketball earrings, at saksfifthavenue.com.
Dries Van Noten embroidered twill ballerina sneaker, at modaoperandi.com.
P448 blue glitter leather high-top sneakers
Louis Vuitton Rugby leather clutch, at louisvuitton.com.
Monse leather Football Bag, at fwrd.com.
Alaïa Sphere lambskin leather bag, at alaia.com.
Hype & Vice New York Knicks Rugby Polo Top, at revolve.com.
 Popflex Active Corset Zip Jacket in Marine Blue.
 Found All Roads varsity jacket, at revolve.com.
R13 cropped Flight bomber jacket, at kith.com.
Jacquemus The Losange cotton-blend anorak, at modaoperandi.com.
Hommegirls striped cotton mini boxer skirt, at modaoperandi.com.
Tory Burch Sport Performance Stretch Mini Tennis Skirt. CC snapped up at toryburch.com!
Alaïa crepe and chenille ballerina minidress, at mytheresa.com.
Which of CC's sporty chic selections do you 🧡?
xoxox,
CC

Monday, February 2, 2026

Passionately Pink (and Red)!

Darlings, celebrate Galentine's Day in style with CC's preferred pink and red picks!
Gucci 402 Vantine Fuchsia Rouge De Beauté Brillant, at gucci.com.
Sybarite 18k white gold Cherry Red Heart Mono Balloon earring, at modaoperandi.com.
 Balenciaga Minnie Earrings, at fwrd.com.
Valentino Studdy 100mm kidskin pumps, at saksfifthavenue.com.
 Loewe Ballet Runner 2.0 suede and mesh high top sneakers, at saksfifthavenue.com.
Casekoo Magic Stand case in Matte Hot Pink for iPhone 16, 16  Pro and 16 Pro Max. CC absolutely loves this case, which has a pop-out stand, for videoing her fitness classes!
Ferragamo large Hug handbag in Flame Red, at ferragamo.com.
Givenchy Medium The Snatch bag in Equestrian Red grained leather, at givenchy.com.
Miu Miu crystal and sequin-embellished cady mini skirt, at modaoperandi.com.
Balmain checked cotton and wool-blend tweed blazer, at mytheresa.com.
Rosie Assoulin shield bow tie gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Leo Lin Isabelle Dress, at fwrd.com.
 Monique Lhuillier French tulle ball gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Illusions of Trust by Jeffrey S. Stephens: bestselling author Jeffrey S. Stephens introduces a cast of compelling characters in his new legal thriller Illusions of Trust, drawing directly from the personalities he encountered during decades of legal practice. Mr. Stephens adeptly explores the people behind corruption - the charm, ego and moral shortcuts that allow power to metastasize into violence.
Which of CC's selections do you ?
xoxox,
CC