Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Unchained Melody

This trend is off the chain, darlings!
Fashion Flashback at left: Vogue, May 2007.
Fashion Flashback: Givenchy, Fall 2008. Runway looks courtesy style.com except where noted.
Abaete
Albino
Baby Phat, via nymag.com
Bottega Veneta
Burberry
Charles Anastase
Christian Lacroix
Kai Kuhne; this and next three via nymag.com
Lela Rose
Missoni
Marc Jacobs
Junya Watanabe
Loewe
Christian Siriano; this and next via nymag.com
Isaac Mizrahi
Jean Paul Gaultier
Nylon editorial, December 2004
Michael Kors, via nymag.com
Kenneth Jay Lane Snake link necklace; this and next at shopbop.com.
Dannijo mixed layered chain necklace.
Giles & Brother Marjorie chain necklace; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Yves Saint Laurent charm link necklace.
J. Crew lovely links necklace, at jcrew.com.
Elizabeth & James seven chain bracelet, at shopbop.com. CC adores!
Diane von Furstenberg Diane slouchy chain link hobo, at shopbop.com.
Fashion Flashback: Flair editorial, June 2004.
Roberto Cavalli chain-print asymmetric top; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Vanesso Bruno chain-embellished shirt.
Alice + Olivia chain tank; this and next at shopbop.com.
Shoshanna chain links bikini.
Deal of the Day: Deena & Ozzy chain belt, $24 at urbanoutfitters.com.
Get in chains, darlings!
xoxox,
CC


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70 comments:

  1. www.janetteria.comApril 28, 2009 at 10:41 AM

    I love chain - especially chain with pearl combo! :)

    XoXo

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  2. Daniela ValdezApril 28, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    Hello CC!!!

    Oh, I love it, I have a chain necklace and I love it!!!! I wouldn't mind wearing some chains around my waist either :)

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  3. freeteymeApril 28, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    So fierce! I like the alice & olivia chain tank and the DVF bag. Have a great day CC!

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  4. carolina @ patagonia giftsApril 28, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    loving the Vanesso Bruno chain-embellished shirt! gorgeous!

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  5. STEFANIEApril 28, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    nice post, I like the chains :)

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  6. LenoreNeverM♡reApril 28, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    That chain linksss hobo is such a darling...curb/rolo chains i don't really care...it's just gorgeous, even Mr T would love, I'm sure! ~XO*

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  7. AngelaApril 28, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    CC, i adore the last chain belt. yah for chains.

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  8. josephine waywardApril 28, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    yeah, such much inspiration =)!

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  9. Diego R. WyattApril 28, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    It took me a while to accept the chain trend, as I longed for the days of Chanel chain belts and necklaces, but I love the idea now. The Michael Kors neckpiece is amazing...very strong and bold, which contrasts great with the feminine color and silhouette of the dress. I love Siriano's shoes (I didn't know he could design shoes so well!). I also adore Junya Watanabe's look, the Lacroix jewelry and the Albino look...and I want those black Burberry bangles!

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  10. WanderlustingApril 28, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    Chains make me feel like I am a rockstar's girlfriend - helpful, since I AM going out with a rockstar :P

    I've got a new chain necklace with turqouise stone on right now and am awaiting a chain belt to arrive from F21 today :) I think it's the perfect foil to my feminine looks!

    Great post!

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  11. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 12:01 PM

    Loving chains on anything! I feel like after people DIY and stud everything, DIY with chains are next.. or have already begun. Fab post!

    xo, Becs

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  12. Sharon SApril 28, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Hi there-what fabulous pieces! I want the Elizabeth & James chain, LOL!

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  13. Cyrielle- Unlimited ClothesApril 28, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    you have an amazing sense of fashion, wonderful selection, big up to the clutch with chains :)

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  14. K'arholApril 28, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    givenchy; givenchy , givenchy ...

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  15. NemeraeApril 28, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Genial el post, como siempre :) encuentras un montón de fotos de cada tendencia, eh?
    Me encantan las de Givenchy y Bottega Veneta.
    KiSSes
    xx

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  16. NemeraeApril 28, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Genial el post, como siempre :) encuentras un montón de fotos de cada tendencia, eh?
    Me encantan las de Givenchy y Bottega Veneta.
    KiSSes
    xx

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  17. ChristinaApril 28, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    i want the girls hair in the first photo...amongst other things.

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  18. MizzJApril 28, 2009 at 12:33 PM

    Hmm I'm quietly impressed with Baby Phat lately; it's been more trendy urban than ghetto fab in its latest creations. This chain is sooo flaming hot! I can't wait to loop tons of chains around my neck, or wear my chunky necklaces as a bracelet.

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  19. leeselooksApril 28, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    i will never get the givenchy ads out of my mind!

    seriously loving the maison margiela chains.
    insanely cool.

    xxx

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  20. LisaApril 28, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    Mmm the Alice + Olivia tank, please!

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  21. TARDE O TEMPRANOApril 28, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    LOOOOVE the chains of the photo Baby Phat!!!!!! I absolutely will go and buy some chains to complement my outfits!

    kisses

    Bere

    www.tardeotemprano.net

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  22. Amy CApril 28, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    I love super chunky chains, my favorite bracelet is my chunky charm bracelet - fantastic post

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  23. KatiApril 28, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    I love chains in every variation!

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  24. erika soroccoApril 28, 2009 at 2:59 PM

    That first picture is so divine. I especially love those Christian Siriano shoes.

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  25. LarissaApril 28, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    The Abaete waist chains are such a great twist on the trend - love it

    x

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  26. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    your themes are always so inspiring. I just cannot get enough of that cavalli one shoulder top...just fabulous!

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  27. Terence SamboApril 28, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    Chains are adorable on ladies :o] i love the lela rose one best

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  28. MISS GLITZYApril 28, 2009 at 4:08 PM

    chain, chain, chain... chain of fools... well not really, I kind of love chain sometimes and you did a great selection.

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  29. LOVE AESTHETICSApril 28, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    what a great post!
    I love the big fat golden ones

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  30. FrankieApril 28, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    I'm in the middle of a chain reaction! I love this. I have an unhealthy obsession with vintage chain, and I don't plan on quitting any time soon!

    Great post, great photos, great work as always!

    x

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  31. we wear thingsApril 28, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    i just adore the multi-chain necklaces !

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  32. NilApril 28, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    Great post!!

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  33. oniomaniaApril 28, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    yay! glad to see that i got something right... i bought a chain necklace not long ago. :)

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  34. Fashion MomentApril 28, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    I am fascinated with all gold pieces! Specially the DVF bag!

    FM~FP

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  35. UnknownApril 28, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    I love that first picture of Coco, I think I want to snaffle up every piece of chain here.

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  36. Pau(Rox)April 28, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    These pics, especially YSL necklace.
    Las cadenas de Gucci y Bulgari son una marvailla.
    XXX Carrie

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  37. EmzApril 28, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    Chains are a bizarre loveeeeee! I love them =) Especially the ones around the t-shirts that are necklace-like but really on the shirt!

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  38. WinnieApril 28, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    I love the chain look especially all layered up!

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  39. AlisonApril 28, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    Hi there! Alison visiting from La Jeune Styliste!!

    great post, I feel like I need to go buy something with chains asap!

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  40. ZaraApril 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    I love chains :) I really wanted this huge chunky knit chain link scarf that Benetton had a few winters back. xoxo

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  41. VanessasRunwayApril 28, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    I'm such a sucker for cute necklaces! They just add flavor to any top.

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  42. HemalyApril 28, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    Carrie, I love this post! I've been obsessed with a chain necklace just made a couple of days ago, & your post just sums up all the energy that comes with it.

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  43. NotionApril 28, 2009 at 8:55 PM

    the thick chains that look like they belong on a gate look dark and seductive but i think too many chains takes away from the shape or the beauty of the outfit on a woman because all your attention is directed to the array of chains instead of how that fit her so i think you can wear them but just one around the waist and a hot dress on is extremely hot

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  44. Elizabeth MarieApril 28, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    CC! I love the Roberto Cavalli top!

    So I was reading about chains...but somehow it doesn't become real until YOU say so! :)

    I love ANYTHING and EVERYTHING a little bit rock and roll...and chains fit the bill!

    I hope Tuesday was fabulous my favorite! XOXO, Liz

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  45. MarianApril 28, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    Yummy post as usual darling. cc my sweet I know many akinned the Givenchy fall 2008 necklaces to Mr T from A team but I cant get nough of it still :o) hehhe
    gorge post. always inspiring!
    muah x
    Marian.

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  46. Flashes of StyleApril 28, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    Oh I have just been loving thick bulky chains. These are great!

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  47. You're WelcomeApril 28, 2009 at 9:54 PM

    i love chain detail or chain jewelry, esp. when paired with such girly details and fabric

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  48. zoe aka drinkupthefashionApril 28, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    i love the elizabeth and james bracelet and the DVF hobo :)

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  49. MegApril 28, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    I love the chains on shoes! Some of the neckalces remind me of this chain I sometimes wore when I was fourteen, except for most of your axamples are a lot bigger!

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  50. kelseApril 28, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    ahhh, the givenchy chains! a photo that may just forever be engraved in my mind.. beautiful.

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  51. KeithApril 28, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Hey Carrie. I love them all. I've got a female friend who loves wearing chains.

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  52. GabbiApril 29, 2009 at 1:24 AM

    I love your jewelry posts, inspiring! I want them all... :)

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  53. ElyseApril 29, 2009 at 2:58 AM

    I love chains! They give an outfit such edge! I l really like the big chain necklace on the blue outfit!

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  54. AmeliaApril 29, 2009 at 3:24 AM

    I love the Abaete and the Charles Anastase. I could use some chains, but I'm planning on starting fairly subtle.

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  55. SparkleQueenApril 29, 2009 at 4:32 AM

    small chains are just so sexy on clothing! great post, you always find the best things to recognize.

    E

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  56. i.d.April 29, 2009 at 6:35 AM

    I've seen really cute chain jewellery for boots too - have you seen them around?

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  57. BrigadeiroApril 29, 2009 at 7:14 AM

    LOVE the Vanessa Bruno top! GORGEOUS

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  58. Tina { Luphia Loves... }April 29, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    chains are the coolest!!

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  59. Blair FriedemanApril 29, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    Oh love the short chunky one from Micheal Kors! I also love the layered looks. xx b

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  60. Hope Adela PasztorApril 29, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    love the yellow maxi dress!

    http://pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com/

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  61. HuyLuongApril 29, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    i guess Ricardo Tisci really revive Givenchy. I like the new shoes and accessories really much!

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  62. SeekerApril 29, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    I love this trend!!!!
    Great picks CC

    xoxo

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  63. AlineApril 29, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    so cool

    I love the way that chains can make toughen a pretty look up.

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  64. AnonymousApril 30, 2009 at 2:21 AM

    those necklaces are fabulous!

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  65. TApril 30, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    Chains! I have quite a few of these myself. I love them, so classic and easily paired. Fabulous as always, CC (:

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  66. Ash FoxApril 30, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    i love those hermes style pants!
    x
    www.tittees.blogspot.com

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  67. emilyApril 30, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    yes, i really think i need to get me some chains. :)

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  68. The Sydney GirlMay 1, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    i want chains!!!

    joelyne
    xxx
    www.thesydneygirl.blogspot.com

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  69. UnknownMay 1, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    DEFINITELY off the chain (one of my favorite things about your blog are your funny little puns you come up with ;~D)... I love how they are so rough and masculine, but paired with really feminine pretty women and clothes. I want a really long chain link in gold to wear as a necklace.

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  70. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    The bag of Diane Von furstenberg is SO beautiful!

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