Baller

Darlings, the etymology of "baller" is fantastic, via fashion and fitness! Early usage dates to the 17th century, referencing those partaking in formal dances (Oxford English Dictionary, 1668). Modern takes are twofold. The majority holds that baller derives from basketballer circa 1990. Others attribute the term to the description of cocaine dealers of 8 balls in the '70s and '80s. Baller currently functions as both a noun, describing a person with vibrato or who's made it big, and as an adjective: "that move was baller!"

This post presents both literal and interpretive designs inspired by the titular term, carefully curated by CC for you, my Fellow Fashionistas!

Clueless, 1995

Ashna Mehta soccer ball bag bijoux in 14k white gold with diamonds, at modaoperandi.com.

Coach Eight Ball bag charm and keychain, at dillards.com.

 Balenciaga x NBA keychain and charm, in Balenciaga stores.

Isabel Marant IM3 leather wedge high-top sneakers, at isabelmarant.com.

Ashna Mehta white gold and diamond Basketball Hoop earrings, at modaoperandi.com.

Vacation Ball Boy candle, with notes of freshly uncanned tennis balls and courtside cucumber sandwiches,at kith.com.

Saint Laurent x Wilson tennis balls, at ysl.com.

Gucci golf ball and tees case, at gucci.com.

Judith Leiber Football Clutch, at thewebster.com.

Alaïa Sphere shoulder bag, at fwrd.com.

Hermès Succulent Sultan beach rackets, at hermes.com.

Giobagnara Billiard Case, at thewebster.com.

Louis Vuitton monogram billiard table and accoutrements, at louisvuitton.com.

Frame x Sotheby's cotton rugby shirt, at modaoperandi.com.

Alice + Olivia Willa silk shirt, at saksfifthavenue.com.

Burberry pleated check tennis mini skirt, at burberry.com.

Miu Miu x New Balance stretch technical jersey mini dress, at miumiu.com.

Miu Miu x New Balance stretch technical jersey mini dress, at miumiu.com.

Grease, 1978
Which of these baller beauties do you 🧡?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves...

Darlings, here are the little lovelies that have CC smitten on this steamy August day!

Emily P.  Wheeler Malibu 18k yellow gold and pink sapphire shell drop earrings, at modaoperandi.com.

Fendi Noir sandals in calfskin and fox fur, at fendi.com.

Balenciaga Le City sleek large tote bag in hot pink calfskin, at balenciaga.com.

Gucci embroidered silk satin top, at gucci.com.

Vivienne Westwood Sunday polka-dot poplin corset top, at net-a-porter.com.

Balmain high-waisted gabardine skirt, at balmain.com.

Alaïa cropped biker jacket in cotton poplin, at thewebster.com.

Tom Ford long hair shearling jacket, at tomfordfashion.com.

The Attico fringe-detail mini dress, at kith.com.

Marine Serre leather bustier minidress, at thewebster.com.

 Saint Laurent dress in lambskin and lace, at ysl.com.

Chloé ruched bustier midi dress in cotton poplin, at chloe.com.

Carolina Herrera overskirt-detailed silk faille column gown, at modaoperandi.com.

Balykina Nora sculptural cady slit front gown, at modaoperandi.com.
Which of these pretty pieces do you 🖤?
xoxox,
CC

Playtime!

Darlings, for CC, fashion's always been about whimsy and wonder. Whether you adore playing dress-up, are rarin' to rock a romper, or simply crave couture creativity, this post is for you, my Fellow Fashionistas!

Ashna Mehta Ice Cream bag bijoux in 18k white gold with diamonds, at modaoperandi.com.

Sydney Evan Hot Air Balloon 14kt gold hoop earrings with aquamarine and diamonds, at mytheresa.com.

Mysteryjoy open cuff Justice bracelet in 18k yellow gold with black lacquer and lab grown diamonds, at the webster.com.

Christian Louboutin Riviera Jane Disco crystal-embellished satin platform sandals, at modaoperandi.com.

Bottega Veneta croc-embossed leather Mary Jane platform pumps, at modaoperandi.com.

JW Anderson Pigeon clutch, at modaoperandi.com.

Chloé Tropicus braided clutch, at modaoperandi.com.

Valentino hand-painted cat clutch, at modaoperandi.com.

Judith Leiber Couture gummy bear clutch, at modaoperandi.com.

Simonmiller Beep Beep mini skirt, at fwrd.com.

Missoni halterneck romper, at mytheresa.com.

Alessandra Rich lace romper, at mytheresa.com.

Chloé ruffled lace-trimmed silk-satin playsuit, at net-a-porter.com.

Zimmerman Luna ruffled playsuit, at net-a-porter.com.

 Monse Bubble dress, at fwrd.com.

Givenchy mini babydoll dress with nylon frills, at givenchy.com.

Jean Paul Gaultier hooded jumpsuit, at fwrd.com.

Saint Laurent long sleeve cotton jumpsuit, at fwrd.com.

Elie Saab printed chiffon jumpsuit, at modaoperandi.com.
Which of these playful pieces do you ❤?
xoxox,
CC