Thursday, July 16, 2009

Bright, Shiny Things!

Get sparkly, darlings!
At right: Prada in Italian Vogue, courtesy Fellow Fashionista Style on the Street.
Adam; runway photos courtesy nymag.com except where noted.
Alexander McQueen
Alexander Wang
Alexandre Herchcovitch
Barbara Bui
Blugirl
Chanel
Cynthia Steffe
Davidelfin
Diane von Furstenberg
Dolce & Gabbana
Giorgio Armani
Gucci
Guy Laroche
Isaac Mizrahi
Jasper Conran
Julien MacDonald
Louise Goldin
Matthew Williamson Resort
Michael Kors
Paul & Joe
Phi
Sonia Rykiel
Thakoon Panichgul
Toni Maticevski
Tory Burch
Vena Cava
Vera Wang Resort, via style.com
Versace

Nicholas Andersen and Julie Ho of Confetti System piñatas, via nytimes.com.
Coach Bonnie metallic chain tote, at coach.com.
Deal of the Day 1: Insight Fiesta bag, $42 at 80spurple.com.
Celestina woven silver filigree clutch, at net-a-porter.com.
Santi sequin clutch at vionnetboutique.com.
Fab sequin frame wallet, at forever21.com.
Sequin wristband, at asos.com.
Alice + Olivia sequin legging, at shopbop.com.
J. Crew sequined georgette tank, at jcrew.com.
Oscar de la Renta sequin-sprayed dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
See by Chloé sequin-embellished dress.
Gyphon sequin tunic; this and next at chickdowntown.com.
Deal of the Day 2: Free People grape sequin mesh slip, $66.
See by Chloé chiffon sequined skirt, at net-a-porter.com.
Sass & Bide The Last Romance skirt, at shopbop.com.
Shine on, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
P.S. Remember to enter CC’s Creative Contrast Scarf Giveaway below, if you haven’t done so already! Contest ends tomorrow!
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90 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    I was going to say that 1 was my favorite but as I was scrolling down, I was like, I love them all!!

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  2. MY OWN YELLOW CATJuly 16, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Brilliant!

    This glitter and metallic clothes are so fantastic!



    Enjoy the summer! ^.^

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  3. Melissa BlakeJuly 16, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    ohhhh, i loooove shiny things!

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  4. Dream SequinsJuly 16, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    This is my kind of post. I just had spasms of delight, especially as I got towards the end and saw those sequin pictures. Stop killing me with the awesomeness, Couture Carrie!!

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  5. Amanda KJuly 16, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Very shiny and glam..

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  6. ElaJuly 16, 2009 at 11:45 AM

    Fabulous photos, CC! And I love that 2nd one especially! I know a lot of bloggers don't love LV but I gotta say, I still fall head over heels everytime I've bought a new Louis. xx

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  7. SyedJuly 16, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    My inner magpie is positively squawking at these dear! That Alexander McQueen look is so stunning. And I love the deep blue DvF dress top. Ooh and the Gucci metallic leopard print looks amazing. And wow at the Vera Wang resort dress, the gold and white looks beautiful.

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  8. Jaime @ laviejaimeJuly 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    What a coincidence, I was actually thinking of doing a sparkle-y post today... I am wearing a pair of JCrew shiny bermudas from last summer and I saw this Prada bag! http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446233991&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492709740&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474399545537&bmUID=1247752910649&ev19=1:3

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  9. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    the Oscar De La Renta reminds me of a dark city night ;)

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  10. GabbiJuly 16, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    Lovely shiny things... my very favorite is the pink Versace dress. Gorgeousness. Makes me think of Mermaids!

    Wishing you a wonderful Thursday dearest CC!♥♥♥

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  11. FashionistaJuly 16, 2009 at 12:00 PM

    Bring on the glitter..i love it..I just bought a pair of gold sparkle shoes and i love them..i want to wear them everywhere with everything..great pics..I love all of them..xoxomish

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  12. SwethaJuly 16, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    thats shinny! Loved the golden ones! they are glowing !

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  13. Jennifer FabulousJuly 16, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    I love all the dresses! They are so sexy and fun. :)

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  14. Natalia | Look-A-PorterJuly 16, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    I keep thinking about getting a top or a skirt to add a bit of sparkle... Perhaps, this year I will... Love Versace dress, so feminine. x

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  15. Arushi KhoslaJuly 16, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Loving this!
    So gorgeous. Literally swooning here, CC!
    I am so getting a sequined skirt this spring.

    Kisses XX
    A*

    http://www.FabBlab.blogspot.com

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  16. www.janetteria.comJuly 16, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    I totally love that Alexandre Herchcovitch coat. YUMMY!

    XoXo

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  17. BradfordJuly 16, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    i had and odd, out of character urge to post something shiny today too...

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  18. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    I loved that gold prada number!! I adore shiny things but i'm not so much into sequins, when that trend became popular everyone just killed it for me.

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  19. Fabulous Finds GalJuly 16, 2009 at 1:19 PM

    Wow... great pics! I'm in... I'm getting my sparkle on.
    xo,
    Christina

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  20. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJuly 16, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    I now want a sequin jacket and I've been lusting over the Gryphon number for a while!!! Love it.

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  21. DaisyChainJuly 16, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    so much eye candy!

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  22. Diego R. WyattJuly 16, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    All that glitters...is amazing! The Alexandre Herchcovitch look is stunning. The mix of pattern and shine adds such dimension. I also love the Thakoon Panichgul gown. It is so chic...great for a Met gala.

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  23. erika soroccoJuly 16, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    Chanel. And DVF. And Michael Williamson Resort. And Gucci. And Sass & Bide. I simply can't take it - the sparkle is making me salivate! :)

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  24. Elizabeth MarieJuly 16, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    Shiny sparkley things are my FAVE :) I love the sequin tanks!! How cute with jeans and killer shoes...

    Happy Thursday doll! XOXO

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  25. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    i'm human and attracted to shiny things
    i love this
    gorgeous!!! beautiful inspiration darling

    -cma
    check out my blog @
    cosmicaroline.blogspot.com

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  26. Fashion MomentJuly 16, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    So many beautiful outfits! J Crew is fab!

    FM~FP~AF

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  27. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    this post got me restless! I wanted a sequined dress so bad!

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  28. Brunch at SaksJuly 16, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    I love all of these pieces! Sequins have always been tough for me because I never know if I can wear them before nightfall, and when I do wear them I'm always wondering if I look like a huge disco ball! But all of your choices here are just amazing- I wouldn't mind wearing any of these! :) XOXO

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  29. oskarsobsessionJuly 16, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    I LOVE alexander McQueen.
    he is so interesting. his creations
    are magnificent and very weird.
    but from designs like that you expect the designer to be a little excentric
    yet he looks like your everyday man.

    great post shiny stuff is the best :)

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  30. TheBeautyFileJuly 16, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    Darling, I LOVE bright shiny things...makes my eyes twinkle with delight! Love anything that dark bronzey color...so hot on blondes or redheads! Also love a sparkly slate...gorgeous! Those leggings are killerrrr!

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  31. EscapistJuly 16, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    Shiny things are state of art these days.......Even i have shopped some...Your blog looks interesting.


    JOlLliiiieeesss!!!!!!!!!!

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  32. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    LOVE. i just got a sequined cardigan, so excited!

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  33. Suzanne July 16, 2009 at 2:37 PM

    Love it!

    Your blog is a fulltime job isn't it? :)

    Xoxo Suusje

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  34. Suzanne July 16, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    Oh how great, I love pilates! Really have to make more time for it!!

    Do you answer everyone who leaves a comment? I feel special, hihi :)

    Suusje

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  35. .July 16, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    Shiny, bling bling. Perfect for making a statement!

    liliesandgrapes.blogspot.com

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  36. Suzanne July 16, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    I already have your link at my blog, Carrie! But thanks for adding mine at yours :)

    I love lying at my back, head up and switch my legs while pointing them, supporting them with my hands under my knees. Do you know what I mean? Actually I love all the exercizes, execpt the one standing on your elbows and toes. It hurts my back! But after pilates I always feel so elegant and fit.

    Xxx

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  37. Maria ConferJuly 16, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    So many gorgeous images!! I can't even begin to pick a favorite!!

    Sequins seem to be everywhere and I really want to buy something fun and sparkly for my wardrobe.

    Thanks so much for your super sweet comment!!

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  38. Melissa @ I Pick PrettyJuly 16, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    I would so rock that Cynthia Steffe. Ethereal and shiny at the same time - me likey!

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  39. Stephanie ClaytonJuly 16, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    fabulous shininess!! love it all!

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  40. KPJuly 16, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    wish I had more crazy parties to wear these fabulous dresses too!

    Gorgeous.

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  41. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 3:34 PM

    I am not really a great fan of shiny things, but I do love them on other people!:-)))

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  42. LenoreNeverM♡reJuly 16, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Love all the bags you selected darling CC! I like shiny things that doesn't require polishing & elbow grease! ~XO*

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  43. AngelaJuly 16, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    i would love to have sequin accessories but not overall sequin. i don't know where to go with something so bling.

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  44. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    I love the last skirt so much. I and love love LOVE those Loeffler Randall shoes on her!

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  45. jessJuly 16, 2009 at 4:02 PM

    Oooooooh so shiny, I love the sequined leggings.

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  46. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 4:02 PM

    Love these photos! I especially adore the first Prada one - the gold is the most perfect shade!

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  47. Sierra July 16, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    Wow, very very sparkly! I do have to say I love sparkles very much, even in make up!

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  48. love home|life|styleJuly 16, 2009 at 4:19 PM

    Love all these sequins! makes me wanna go dancing!
    The models lips in pic 3 made me jump though! gosh, what a pout!

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  49. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    Yay, how sparkly and fabulous! I definitely plan to sequin it up this fall!

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  50. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    i'm liking sparkly... can't wait til it gets cooler so i can don my sequin dress out at night.

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  51. TracyZLesh @ Then I Got To ThinkingJuly 16, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Amazing... sparkly, fancy, and fantastic!

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  52. Terence SamboJuly 16, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    love d pic with a model lying on an LV trunk :o]

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  53. María Pilar Bernal MayaJuly 16, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    I adore the shinning -specially chanel and willianson-
    kss
    ;-)

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  54. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    so fun! I love it ALL!

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  55. jessicaJuly 16, 2009 at 5:39 PM

    those prada heels .... oh gosh, looove .

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  56. stilettolover91July 16, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    ooo i really love the 1st pic on the right side!! love the leggings & the heels!!! everything else is also so gorgeous!! awesome post as always!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  57. stilettolover91July 16, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    ooo i really love the 1st pic on the right side!! love the leggings & the heels!!! everything else is also so gorgeous!! awesome post as always!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  58. Iva MessyJuly 16, 2009 at 6:12 PM

    so pretty!! soo shiny and sparkly..I love all things that glitter :) hehe

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  59. Pau(Rox)July 16, 2009 at 6:59 PM

    Such a good selection !!!
    XXX

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  60. UnknownJuly 16, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    Another great post! I am loving sequins at the moment. i was in Topshop today (surprise) looking at the sequin leggings and some sequin top/cape thing! I am in love - LOL. I must have the purple sequin dress in your post! Such a great colour xoxoxox

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  61. BrigadeiroJuly 16, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    The runway sequinned pieces are absolutely divine! Also LOVE that Gryphon sequinned piece, GORGEOUS! :)
    xx

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  62. AnonymousJuly 16, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Hi CC!
    Ahhh, I think every girl is going to fall all over themselves with this post! ...Especially if they love sparkles as much as I do.

    I especially love those short, black mini dresses! They make my heart smile :)

    Cheers
    C

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  63. Lochi LoveJuly 16, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    wow great textures here.
    would definitely look twice at someone in any of these (in a good way):)

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  64. KeithJuly 16, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    Great photos. I hope you had a wonderful day. Cheers!

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  65. NatalieJuly 16, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    oooh sparkly! love it! i really want sequin leggings!

    http://natalieinboots.blogspot.com/

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  66. AllisonJuly 16, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    I am loving that Alexander Wang and the Thakoon! I love this trend so much :) Beautiful selections, as always, darling CC!

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  67. Nicole MarieJuly 16, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    i saw the cutest sparkle heels at zara!

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  68. ♥ Marta ♥July 17, 2009 at 12:18 AM

    I adore this trend... it is always so fun to wear :) perfect for going out!

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  69. i.d.July 17, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    Gorgeous! I love anything that glitters.

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  70. AmeliaJuly 17, 2009 at 4:13 AM

    These are so lovely! I do need to remedy the shortage of sequins in my wardrobe...

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  71. HoneyBunnyJuly 17, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    WOw, what a fab post, dear CC! I loove all of these sparkly dresses:)

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  72. MoJuly 17, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    lovely lovely lovely, you can't go wrong with sparkly clothes ;)

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  73. Jim @ CoolStuffForDads.comJuly 17, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    This is a cool style; has an armor, as in knight, look to it.

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  74. Sharon SJuly 17, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    Hi there-fabulous post my dear, so pleased to sequins are still on trend going into Fall, I'll definitely try to wear mine!!

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  75. AnonymousJuly 17, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    FAB-tastic! I love glitter ;)

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  76. WendyBJuly 17, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    Oooh...shiny things. I like them all!

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  77. AnonymousJuly 17, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    This is so good... disco reminders !!

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  78. KristinJuly 17, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    *Please follow my fashion blog anyone at all!
    Here's the link:
    http://rhapsodyinheels.blogspot.com/

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  79. UnknownJuly 17, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    omg..I have so many sparkly and shiny things hanging in my closet and you just totally inspired me!! thank you, CC. xo

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  80. ZevaaJuly 17, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    I love the J. Crew sequined georgette tank, it's so simple and classic.

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  81. ♥ Cara Mia ♥July 17, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    give me glitter and glamour any day!!! :)

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  82. RaezJuly 17, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    love this post:) the shiny part was my fave, and that sweet editorial!

    xx raez

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  83. SasiJuly 18, 2009 at 6:11 AM

    This is a trend I absolutely adore, though not always easy to pull off. Loe the look at Alexandre Herchcovitch.

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  84. MonaJuly 18, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    I'm really into sequins right now

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  85. FashionstyleJuly 18, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    So glamourous!!

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  86. Tracey EllleJuly 18, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    i absolutely absolutely love bright shiny things.. so much so that just 2 days ago i just bought such a skirt myself... and ended up trying on another sequinned outfit i was gonna buy... but then got really upset and decided not to when i discovered in my haste to take the outfit off and go to the next store before the mall closed... id scratched my skin seriously with the sequin outfit.. wasnt fun at all.. tho i still dream of the outfit and might eventually still go on get it... sucker for pain right? lol

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  87. TJuly 18, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Oh, don't we love a bit of shiny? Of course! :)

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  88. AnonymousJuly 19, 2009 at 5:45 AM

    thank you for a lot of inspiration through your posts :)

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  89. Cindy Van DyckJuly 19, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    Nice blog girl!


    - Do you come back on mine?

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  90. Kristin JoyAugust 12, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    What a great selection of all those gorgeous looking dresses, handbags and shoes... I got a new and trendy dress from Saks Fifth Avenue...

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