Thursday, December 17, 2009

Bikini Babe & Heather Clark Jewelry Giveaway!

First things first, darlings! The winner of CC’s Orient Ladies Watch Giveaway is the lovely Sharonlei ~ congrats!
Just in time for that winter getaway to some tropical paradise… CC presents the best of the SS ’10 runway and the most bodacious bikinis on the market! From tantalizing triangles to sporty separates, there’s something for every beach bod!
Allude; this and next two via nymag.com; other runway images via style.com except where noted.
Amanda Wakely
Baby Phat
Badgley Mischka
Betty Jackson; this and next via nymag.com
Blugirl
Brian Reyes
Carmen Marc Valvo, via nymag.com
D&G
Dsquared2
Emanuel Ungaro, via nymag.com
Emilio Pucci
Emporio Armani
Hervé Léger by Max Azria
Jasmine Di Milo
Krizia, via nymag.com
Lacoste
Margaret Howell
Maurizio Pecoraro
Milly
Moschino Cheap & Chic
PPQ
Proenza Schouler
Rosa Cha, via nymag.com
Sophie Theallet
Unique
VPL
Yigal Azrouel

Stained glass bikini; this and next at jcrew.com.
Biarritz-stripe v-wire bandeau bikini.
Missoni Caorle triangle bikini; this and next six at net-a-porter.com
Issa crystal-embellished butterfly print bikini.
Zimmerman psychedelic print triangle bikini.
Emilio Pucci printed triangle bikini.
Lisa Marie Fernandez Jasmine crop tank bikini.
Jets by Jessika Allen floral halterneck bikini.
Tara Matthews studded bandeau.
Tibi chevron ikat bikini; this and next two at shopbop.com.
Shimmi Sophia polka dot bikini.
Vix Swimwear Bia bikini.
Melissa Odabash zebra stripe halter bikini, at intermixonline.com.
Brette Sandler Bridget twisted bandeau bikini.
Insight ruffle bandeau bikini this and next at asos.com.
Just Cavalli star print triangle bikini.
Tara Matthews Flamingo halter bikini; this and next at theOutnet.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs logo-print bikini.

How gorgeous would this Heather Clark Jewelry necklace be with one of these bikinis?
Fabulous News, darlings! CC and Designer Heather Clark have one of these exquisite extra skinny, extra long (23”) 14k gold filled and freshwater pearl necklaces to give away to a lucky CC reader! 4 Day Contest: To enter, simply leave a relevant comment on this post. EXTRA ENTRY OPTIONS: For an extra entry, tweet this, including @couturecarrie, and leave a separate comment telling CC that you have done so. For another entry, become a Follower of Heather in a Candy Shop and leave a separate comment telling CC you have done so. Winner to be chosen on Monday, December 21, 2009. International Fellow Fashionistas welcome. Good luck, darlings! And be sure to visit Heather’s shop.
xoxox,
CC
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112 comments:

  1. JessicaDecember 17, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    ooo pretty!! and these suits make me soo ready for summer! I hate the cold :(

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  2. JessicaDecember 17, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    I just tweeted the giveaway. Fingers crossed!

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  3. stilettolover91December 17, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    Very Very SEXY!!! All of it!!! I will be leaving to Mexico next month, so I would love to win of these sexy bikinis!!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

    P.S: I have a new poll up on my blog, would appreciate it if you voted ;) Thanks!

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  4. Jadore-FashionDecember 17, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    love the D&G use of denim, Emilio Pucci and the asos! this makes me think of warm weather!!! xx

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  5. KeithDecember 17, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Hey Carrie. It might be cold outside, but this post warmed me up. Makes me ready for summer. Cheers!

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  6. {The Perfect Palette}December 17, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    these are so great!!!

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  7. erika soroccoDecember 17, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    The nude tones and wrap style of the Emilio Pucci are stunning. And the bloomer-like cut of the D&G piece is adorable. Loving these bikinis, CC!!

    Congratulations Sharonlei!! :)

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  8. FASHION SNAGDecember 17, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    I am so ready for the beach! xoxo

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  9. KPDecember 17, 2009 at 11:34 AM

    great picks! I would so love a classic missoni string bikini xoxox

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  10. DianeDecember 17, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    the bikinis and the necklace are so pretty!
    how i wish summer was right around the corner...i hate being all bundled up!

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  11. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    No words - watching.

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  12. Belle de VilleDecember 17, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    Why oh WHY did you post this....I'm dying for a beach vacation but of course I have to stay home and work.

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  13. Katy MaryDecember 17, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    I love that Issa bikini!! and the necklace is divine!

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  14. Jaime @ laviejaimeDecember 17, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    Great picks- I esp love the styling of the whole Badgley Mischka look! Great necklace too- would look so chic w/ a bikini and pretty cover up! :)

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  15. Hunters GloryDecember 17, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    The lure of the two piece~!

    muwah cc!

    ;)

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  16. NuheilaDecember 17, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Funny,i m dreaming about winter holiday!!But i love beach life...so many beautiful bikinis here:)

    Nuheila

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  17. TreacleDecember 17, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    Gorgeous necklace! You have such awesome swag, C.C.!

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  18. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    I reeally need a new set of bikinis for my vacation to the canary islands in February!
    xxx

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  19. SwethaDecember 17, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    OH dear.. everything is so sexy :) especially the black..

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  20. www.janetteria.comDecember 17, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    What a lovely post in the winter, hihi! :-)


    Xx

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  21. cupcake♥trashDecember 17, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    You are making me want summer to come back so bad!!!! Gorgeous necklace giveaway.

    http://cupcaketrash.blogspot.com

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  22. cupcake♥trashDecember 17, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    I also tweeted about this!

    http://cupcaketrash.blogspot.com

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  23. Taylor SterlingDecember 17, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    I love the bathing suits! Esp, the first look!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    love it all! beautiful necklace heather!

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  25. Laura TreveyDecember 17, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    woa...
    it takes a real woman to wear that 1st one!!! gorgeous necklace too :)

    xoxo

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  26. What's a Galit?December 17, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    all this talk of bikinis is making me want a pina colada! i love the tube suits- esp. for people like me with smaller busts.

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  27. What's a Galit?December 17, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    ps. Love the necklace and heatherinacandyshop.com, I follow her daily.

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  28. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    ahhh...now i'm looking forward to summer again!!!

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  29. DocumaceryDecember 17, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    I love the bathing suits and necklace!!! All so cute! I wish I could wear them now. Especially the white vix one!

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  30. TERI REES WANGDecember 17, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    ...still a sucker for the Missoni string!

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  31. DocumaceryDecember 17, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    Im following Heather Clark's blog now!

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  32. Dream SequinsDecember 17, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    These are two piece showstoppers! I remember gasping at the VPL show when the nude bikinis came down the runway!

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  33. Erin SullivanDecember 17, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    LOVE the bikinis and necklace!!

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  34. Erin SullivanDecember 17, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    I am a follower of Heather Clark

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  35. SFCityGalDecember 17, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    Love the necklace.... dying to pair it with a cute bikini! Thanks for letting me know the new trends!

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  36. TaylorDecember 17, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    sooo amazing!

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  37. TaylorDecember 17, 2009 at 12:54 PM

    im following heathers blog!

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  38. That Chelsea Girl™December 17, 2009 at 1:00 PM

    What great suits! I am so ready for summer now.

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  39. Petra BellejambesDecember 17, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Congrats to you Sharonlei!

    Come bikini season, I am mostly a spectator Carrie. Nice to know there is much to look forward to.

    xoxo - Petra

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  40. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    Gorgeous necklace!

    Love the bathing suits but would hate some of the tan lines they would leave. :O)

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  41. Pretty ZestyDecember 17, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    these are all so cute. I don't have the body for bikinis.... oh wellz!

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  42. Sharon LeiDecember 17, 2009 at 1:31 PM

    Aloha Carrie!!

    Woo hoo.. thanks for choosing me. :) So stoked... been wanting/needing a new watch for sometime now. I emailed you my info, let me know if you didn't get it.

    Those bikini pics are gorg!! I've been wanting a highwaisted suit, but haven't found one that absolutely love.. another great giveaway.. That necklace is lovely.. great color on tan skin (hint hint.. hee hee)

    Love & Aloha, Sharon
    www.elisharon.blogspot.com

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  43. Denisa LDecember 17, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    it's snowing here but love your picks:))

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  44. Blair FriedemanDecember 17, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    Would do anything to be in a location that would be condusive to a bikini. Instead I am at the airport starting at a sheet of cold white snow.

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  45. fashionsavedmylifeDecember 17, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    HEATHER CLARK Jewelry is absolutely my favorite!!

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  46. Iva MessyDecember 17, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    oh so beautiful!! what a great giveaway CC!! Happy Thursday!!

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  47. DarrahDecember 17, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Her jewelry would look beautiful with these swimsuits! The jewel tones always look great with the fun colors designers choose for swimwear.

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  48. The Blonde DuckDecember 17, 2009 at 2:18 PM

    I wish it was warm enough to wear a bikini!

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  49. Melanie's RandomnessDecember 17, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    I wish it wasn't so cold right now in new York so I could wear a swimsuit & go the beach!!! =)

    These are totally rocking!!

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  50. Melanie's RandomnessDecember 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    I also am know following Heather in the candy shop. =)

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  51. NinaDecember 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    that necklace is divine! It's gorgeous!

    irina.sagarbarria at gmail dot com

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  52. NinaDecember 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    I follow Heather's blog.

    irina.sagarbarria at gmail dot com

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  53. NinaDecember 17, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    Tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/nina0205/status/6771789504

    irina.sagarbarria at gmail dot com

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  54. Tights LoverDecember 17, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    Carrie, how could you do this to us on a 20 degree day? ;-).

    I am dying over all the high waisted bikinis...Allude, D&G, Maurizio Pecoraro, Rosa Cha...love them all!

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  55. UnknownDecember 17, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    it's 30 degrees in NYC today! eek. It wouldn't even be so offensive if it was snowing...
    I'm wishing summer was here.
    I hope I win this fab necklace! and come on over to my blog bc I'm having a giveaway today too!! xx

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  56. S.ElisabethDecember 17, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    1) Must go do a million sit ups so I'll be ready for summer and can wear one of these adorable bikinis.
    2) It must be summer and thus warm and hot enough to wear these!
    I hate the winter!!

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  57. Beth RubyDecember 17, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Thanks for sharing, this post must have taken you aaages to write and upload all of those stunning photos!
    Totally worth it though, and out of all of them the Emilio Pucci bikini has to be my favourite.
    Awesome post!
    :)
    xx

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  58. BonBon Rose Girls KristinDecember 17, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    Sadly, my bikini days are over. Nobody wants to see the stretch marks the dude gave me. Ah ha ha. Good thing their are so many adorable retro one pieces a la Charlotte in the SATC movie!

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  59. chic femmeDecember 17, 2009 at 4:29 PM

    Wow that Heather clark necklace is fabulous darling. :) Love the bathing suits I am a huge fan of the triangle shaped top. :)

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  60. AverillDecember 17, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    I love all these retro-inspired bikinis -- so cute (and flattering!).

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  61. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    CC! Why must you torture us with the exquisite swimsuits! Ugh, now I want to be relaxing on a sunny beach somewhere :)

    SUCH amazing suits! Great post... as always :)

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  62. Sierra December 17, 2009 at 6:00 PM

    That necklace is gorgeous, thanks for a fun giveaway. Bathing suits? I wish I could keep up my winter figure to look that great, love the black twisty leathery looking one! Wow, that was a mouth full, lol!

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  63. AnonymousDecember 17, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    I'm saying simple black or white in this case is beautiful...

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  64. Stylista FitnessDecember 17, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    dreaming of summer! love this post

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  65. Stylista FitnessDecember 17, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    tweeted

    http://twitter.com/styleezta/status/6777638319

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  66. Roxy Teacups and CoutureDecember 17, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    that raincoat is bananas!
    http://www.twolia.com/blogs/teacups-and-couture

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  67. Stylista FitnessDecember 17, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    follow heather in candy

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  68. Graça Ventura MedeirosDecember 17, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    my favourite one ? Jasmine Di Milo.

    Amazing!!

    Love,
    Graca

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  69. LizBlairDecember 17, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    If only I had the figure to wear one of these beautiful suits!

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  70. SandraDecember 17, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    Love that Heather Clark Necklace!!

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  71. BombchellDecember 17, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    i miss warm weather!!

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  72. GraceDecember 17, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    I love the blugirl one, it's playful yet mature.

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  73. LeahDecember 17, 2009 at 7:04 PM

    Can't wait for summer... love all these bikinis.

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  74. KEWDecember 17, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    i LOVE that necklace. and the swimsuits are all amazing.

    dailygoodthing.blogspot.com

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  75. KEWDecember 17, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    I also follow Heather Clark's blog "heather in a candy shop"

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  76. OliTaDecember 17, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    Love the Pucci look ! Great giveaway, what a lovely necklace !

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  77. SusanDecember 17, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    oh, can't wait for summer! this post reminds me of my serious new year's resolution to lose lots of weight! :))
    have a lovely day, darling.
    xoxo

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  78. Fabulous Finds GalDecember 17, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    Lovely selection of some kick booty bikinis.

    Please enter me in your pearl necklace giveaway. Classy...

    xo,
    Christina
    Fabulous Finds Gal

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  79. michelle_December 17, 2009 at 11:27 PM

    congrats to the winner !
    i want all of the bikinis ! esp the high wait shorts ones . they used to call them 'monokinis' back then . learned that in my fashion history class :D
    i loved this post dear . keep posting' up good stuffx .

    thx for droppin' by and commenting .
    check my blog & comment +follow at
    gListeRs & bListeRs
    last day to enter my scarf giveaway!

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  80. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersDecember 17, 2009 at 11:46 PM

    I miss summer! :O(

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  81. TarynDecember 18, 2009 at 12:48 AM

    I love the variety of styles here! I'm particular to anything retro looking when it comes to swim wear :)

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  82. Becky TjanderaDecember 18, 2009 at 1:16 AM

    Beautiful swimsuits ! Wish I have the confidence to wear them haha . Love the necklace so much . Count me in CC ! x)

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  83. Becky TjanderaDecember 18, 2009 at 1:17 AM

    I've followed Heather in a Candy Shop :D

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  84. BionicaDecember 18, 2009 at 1:30 AM

    omg these swimsuits are awesome
    I love them
    bandeaus rock!

    check me out
    http://www.evadanielle.com/blog

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  85. LizzieDecember 18, 2009 at 1:46 AM

    Haha I could definitely use one of those bikinis now...it was 75 degrees today!!


    Very cute though :)
    ecmorris(at)usc(dot)edu

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  86. LizzieDecember 18, 2009 at 1:46 AM

    I also follow Heather in a Candy Shop blog!

    ecmorris(at)usc(dot)edu

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  87. MarzDecember 18, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    Stunning! Makes me long for nice warm summer days by the beach!
    -Marz

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  88. FashionJazzDecember 18, 2009 at 2:26 AM

    Aaaah stunning!!! I have just bought a lovely bikini, but I def need another one : ) Awesome inspiration!! : ) xx

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  89. Audrey AllureDecember 18, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    i love those looks!

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  90. vaDecember 18, 2009 at 7:40 AM

    awesome , would love to enter your giveaway ")

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  91. UnknownDecember 18, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Bikini in the middle of December seams like a far far away dream!:-) Beautiful selection!!!:-)

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  92. AnonymousDecember 18, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    Love Proenza and VPL !!!

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  93. nooneDecember 18, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    I love the Hervé Léger by Max Azria! I would wear that as a clubbing top for sure!

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  94. MaiDecember 18, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    wow that necklace is really stunning!
    xx

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  95. English Rose ♥December 18, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    love the pearl necklace giveaway

    great blog =]

    Have an immense weekend

    Stay safe and chic darling
    English Rose x
    http://iamanenglishrose.blogspot.com

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  96. Rachel @ The Haute NotesDecember 18, 2009 at 10:02 AM

    *sigh* This post makes me really want to go lay on the beach! And I must have all of these bikinis to take with me! :)

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  97. daisychainDecember 18, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Oh carrie, this post is making me feel even colder!

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  98. Jennifer FabulousDecember 18, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    I am going to be dreaming about the beach all day now. Hehe. Too bad it's like 20 degrees out here. Sigh. ;)

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  99. LenoreNeverM♡reDecember 18, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    Feel like flying to Tahiti darling!
    Happy friday...off to work now~
    xo

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  100. Panty BunsDecember 18, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    The variety of swimsuit styles is encouraging. I can't help but wonder whether there might be some influence from the lingerie as outerwear made so fashionable by Lady Gaga. I do wish the trend in models hired was more toward a less painfully thin look though. Some of these styles would look much better on someone with a more full real life figure and might help boost sales.

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  101. AnonymousDecember 18, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    I'm def. jealous of anyone who's going somewhere tropical for the holidays! Love your picks, esp. the swimsuits with bandeau tops (my fav!). Thanks for the giveaway!!

    xo, Becs

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  102. Leeann @ Join the GossipDecember 18, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    beautiful necklace...i adore pearls! thanks for hosting this =)

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  103. Leeann @ Join the GossipDecember 18, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    I tweeted for an extra entry
    http://twitter.com/jointhegossip

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  104. Leeann @ Join the GossipDecember 18, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    I also became a Follower of Heather in a Candy Shop =)

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  105. oDecember 19, 2009 at 4:57 AM

    ooo i love these bikinis! great picks! i think i'm over this cold weather haha! take me away to the tropics, pls!:) gorgeous necklace from heather clark! count me in:D

    TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

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  106. oDecember 19, 2009 at 4:58 AM

    I'm a follower of Heather in a Candy Shop:)

    TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

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  107. ahmarcusDecember 19, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Heather's one of a kind jewelry is beautiful!

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  108. ahmarcusDecember 19, 2009 at 11:07 PM

    I'm a follower of Heather's blog, heatherinacandyshop... ;) thanks!!!

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  109. KarenDecember 20, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous necklace! I love her agate pieces as well.

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  110. Jennifer PelliconeDecember 20, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    I love the Insight ruffle bandeau bikini. And the necklace...wonderful. All the items in Heather's shop are great. I follow her.
    cspmom at gmail dot com

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  111. UnknownDecember 21, 2009 at 3:54 AM

    Some of those bikini pants are quite unflattering, even on the models, but apart from that, I really crave summer...
    That necklace is veeeery pretty and would not only go perfectly with my bikinis but also with my winter wardrobe... ^^

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  112. I V YDecember 21, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    love the emanuel ungaro bikini and white+blue jeans! very cute i say :)

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