Monday, January 25, 2010

Ravishing Red Dresses & Yak Pak Giveaway!

A scarlet frock is essential for SS ’10, darlings… Buy one now and wear it with tights!
Badgley Mischka; runway photos via nymag.com ~ all Spring 2010 except where noted.
Blugirl
Bottega Veneta
Doo.Ri
Elie Saab
Guy Laroche
J. Mendel pre-fall
Jaeger London
Jason Wu
John Galliano
L.A.M.B.
Lanvin
Mark Fast
Michael Kors pre-fall
Paul Smith
Ports 1961
Reem Acra pre-fall, via style.com
Roland Mouret
Tibi
Twinkle
Victoria Beckham ~ CC adores!
Notte by Marchesa Plisse taffeta dress; this and next eight at net-a-porter.com.
Bottega Veneta pleated strapless dress.
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania New Drape jersey dress.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Alex wool and cashmere blend dress.
Valentino asymmetric mini dress.
Vionnet V-back draped silk dress.
RM by Roland Mouret Hera crepe-jersey dress.
Lela Rose cotton-faille pencil dress.
Herve Leger strapless bandage dress.
Torn by Ronny Kobo Martine low back dress; this and next two at shopbop.com.
Grace Sun Grecian dress.
Alice + Olivia Andrea bustier dress.
Asos folded neck Ponti dress; this and next at asos.com.
Mango seamed pencil dress.
Ralph Lauren Black Label silk dress; this and next at farfetch.com.
Gucci wrap tie dress.


And don’t forget your Christopher Drummond Red Gloss, darlings! So fabulous!
Are your red-y, darlings?











Speaking of Valentine's Day-inspired looks, how cute is this Yak Pak heart pattern Cosmo Case?
Fabulous news, darlings! CC has two of these adorable little cosmetics cases to give away to two lucky CC readers! U.S. Residents only on this one. Three Day Contest: To enter, simply leave a relevant comment on this post! For an extra entry, Tweet this giveaway, including @couturecarrie, and leave a separate comment stating that you have done so. Good luck, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
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108 comments:

  1. kateJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:41 AM

    HI! i found your blog through recomendations and i love it, it really addictive because i love the way you express your yourself in writing, i am following you, will you follow me? Please?

    http://get-style-all.blogspot.com/


    thanks !! :DD

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  2. www.janetteria.comJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    Sex-ay red!

    Xx

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  3. FASHION SNAGJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    Love a sexy red dress! xo

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  4. Julia, the Thanksgiving GirlJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    The Twinkle ensemble is so cute!

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  5. KPJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    I can't pull off red but I love it on others-v versace-great picks here xo

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  6. HelenJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:57 AM

    OMG! Just what is it about a red dress !!!??!! Tantalizing.

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  7. Jaime @ laviejaimeJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    The little red dress is the new LBD! I need one :)

    Cute giveaway too!

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  8. Katarina Kühl ~ PencilFashionJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:04 PM

    i must admit i love red dresses!

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  9. Inspiration existsJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    Love red dresses, give feeling of sexy confidence!

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  10. BradfordJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    I'm seein' RED now, CC. Wish it was a nicer day so I could find some red out there...

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  11. Tzoulia KadoglouJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:17 PM

    If u have a nice body and a good charisma..a red dress will be perfect! if not,then i prefer black!!!!


    Red dresses always reminds me VALENTINO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! =)


    Hope u have a nice time!
    I follow u.
    Feel free to visit me & follow me back:)
    http://tzoulili-tzoutzou.blogspot.com/

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  12. Iva MessyJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:23 PM

    Hi CC! I hope you had a great weekend! I think this is such a beautiful post! I love the Paul Smith dress! {what a great giveaway!} Happy Monday!

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  13. NuheilaJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:24 PM

    Oh so beautiful red dresses-i should try red for this spring.I love that VB s dress,it s perfect!

    Have a fab week!


    Nuheila

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  14. Katy MaryJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:29 PM

    Love the Jason Wu and Michael Kors dresses and pretty much all the rest of them!! I would definitely wear a lot of these out on the town! I like how you think Girly, I am going to be doing a vday themed post soon too :)

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  15. That Chelsea Girl™January 25, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    I love it when red is a popular color for dresses, as I look good in a little red :) Thanks for all these great photos!

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  16. Hunters GloryJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    Torn By Martine...superb!

    ;)

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  17. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    I'm madly in love with the Lanvin! Red has always been a fave of mine!

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  18. le chloë-sofieJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    you can totally paint the town red with one of these ;)

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  19. Laura TreveyJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    Usually there is one that sticks out as my favorite, but I love ALL of these hot RED dresses!!

    xoxo

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  20. The Little Fashion TreasuryJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:46 PM

    Hi CC on a snowing monday evening.

    I know I said it before but I´m always impressed about how you pick all the pieces together to one
    fabulous post!!

    So many adorable red dresses; long, short, sleeves, slim, curvy, one-shoulder, draped etc. etc...

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  21. Serg RivaJanuary 25, 2010 at 12:55 PM

    red: another color there is not when she walks in the room.

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  22. CraveJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    MY. FAVORITE. COLOR. EVER.

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  23. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    My heart will always belong to red! It's just an absolutely stunning color!

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  24. Wear NecessitiesJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:08 PM

    I just bought a similar bright red dress last week, my favorite color!! - Natalya of Wear Necessities

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  25. The Trendy FashionistaJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    I love red dresses, they are soo chic :)

    -The Trendy Fashionista
    http://thetrendyfashionista.blogspot.com

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  26. RECIEN LLEGADAJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    In need RED¡
    Nice colour¡
    xxx
    DELIA

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  27. 6rooveJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    great selection!
    i love Blugirl red dress, it looks like from some poppy field ;)
    red is very noble and powerful colour
    i must wear my red skirt soon :D

    kisses!
    Watching the waves

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  28. erika soroccoJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    That piece from Twinkle is absolute heaven - loving all the red!! :)

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  29. ediotJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:30 PM

    hi darling. ooh such nice picks. i cant wait for H&M garden collection which features some nice bright red pieces for an more affordable price late march..
    xx ediot

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  30. Denisa LJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    I really need a red dress after this post:x

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  31. Sharon LeiJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    What amazing dresses... I feel like I can never really "pull off" red. Well, not a dress at least... :)

    Happy Monday Carrie!

    Love & Aloha,
    S

    http://elisharon.blogspot.com/
    mademoisellekitty@gmail.com

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  32. KeriJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Hellooooo, Galliano & Victoria Beckham. My heart is pumping a few beats quicker, always a good thing, right? Xx

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  33. RaquelJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:49 PM

    ohh red is all time favourite colour to wear! lovely items CC, and the bag in the last pic is adorable!
    xx

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  34. DianaJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:54 PM

    I love a good little red dress! These are fantastic.

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  35. UnknownJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    I love a nice red dress...you walk in a room with one of those and u're the center of attention!

    xxx

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  36. LisaJanuary 25, 2010 at 1:56 PM

    Red dresses are a surefire yet classic way to look amazing! Great post, CC.

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  37. SiruJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:02 PM

    Chanel Iman looks so gorgeous in red, it compliments her skin so well!

    juliet xxx

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  38. Pretty ZestyJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    That make-up bag is SO cute!

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  39. FashionHippieLovesJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    lovely colour!

    X

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  40. Xanela ChicJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    Adoro los vestidos rojos... mi sueño... un Valentino... pero de Valentino...
    Bss...

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  41. SabinePsynopsisJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:12 PM

    I want them all! But if I HAVE to decide I think I'd go for the Vivienne Westwood one. And I agree - the V. Beckham is very attractive, too. Sabine x

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  42. English Rose ♥January 25, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    Loving the red, so vintage hollywood starlet

    thanks so much for your wonderful comment - apologies for the ridiculously late reply!

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

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  43. SusanJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    what a fabulous giveaway, darling!
    have a sweet day, xoxo

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  44. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    I looove red dresses and am dying for one!
    xxx

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  45. UnknownJanuary 25, 2010 at 3:01 PM

    Sign me up for a red dress! That first long red gown is insane! Now, for a place to wear it in style! Great post!

    xo Mary Jo

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  46. VM Creation AtelierJanuary 25, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Lady in red...my faiv.color in fashion!-)))

    It make me warm,nice!

    ***Violetta***

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  47. stilettolover91January 25, 2010 at 3:22 PM

    Stunning Post!!! I loveeeee Red dresses!! These are all fabulous!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  48. Suzanne January 25, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    Love the orange red dresses!

    Suusje Q.

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  49. Intrinsically FlorrieJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    Isn't red a gorgeous colour for dresses. :) The Blugirl one is so lovely!! Yup, I'm a floral girl still.

    Florrie x

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  50. lorenabrJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Don't we all need a red dress.in our closet? It will never be out of style.

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    I love this color! All these dresses are red-hot and breath takingly gorgeous! Fabulous post.

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  52. Stylista FitnessJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    what cute makeup bag!! I LOVE RED!! would love to buy a sexy red dress ;)

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  53. Stylista FitnessJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    tweeted

    http://twitter.com/styleezta/status/8208040992

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  54. MarianJanuary 25, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    Every girl needs a little red dress and you have given us so much to chose from honey!
    Love the Jaeger London one so much! The Victoria Beckham one is great too!
    big kiss
    xx
    marian

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  55. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    i love the red dress paired with turquoise shoes! those two colors look amazing together.

    stephanie
    www.designcocktail.blogspot.com

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  56. Suburban prepJanuary 25, 2010 at 5:04 PM

    My mother has always looked good in red. Me on the other hand have to pick wisely when it comes to wearing red.
    msgb245 at gmail dot com

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  57. ♥ Cara Mia ♥January 25, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    more of a red lipstick than a red dress girl but i love all the pics! ♥

    so red-y!

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  58. Petra BellejambesJanuary 25, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    Chere Carrie;

    I have never been brave enough to go red, but I promise to try this year. The Vionnet and the Beckham for me. All lovely.

    xoxox - Petra

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  59. GraceJanuary 25, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    Oh, I think a red dress is a classic. An essential for every year.

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  60. Jennifer FabulousJanuary 25, 2010 at 5:52 PM

    Love these red dresses!

    I'm sorry I have been MIA the past week. It has really been the worst week of my entire life and I am now just recovering...kind of.

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  61. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2010 at 6:08 PM

    Very gorgeous! Love the reds. Honestly, the second best (next to black, of course) 'sexy little dress'. (:

    Emma
    xx

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  62. mariemaudJanuary 25, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    dear, just want to let you know that I've removed links from my blog just for some days during when I'm changing the layout, I will link you back again as soon as I'm done with it, and wow, red dresses are smashing ! I miss one in my closet...
    love

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  63. Maria TavaresJanuary 25, 2010 at 6:57 PM

    You always find a way to please my taste. Love red. It's one of my favorites colors. Great collections btw :D

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  64. ChristenJanuary 25, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    I really should wear more red because these images are beautiful. That third dress is particularly stunning.

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  65. -January 25, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    I don't usually go for reds, of any shade but that Roland Mouret one sleeve dress is so cute. It would be perfect for a date night.

    -B

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  66. Blair FriedemanJanuary 25, 2010 at 8:21 PM

    Oh how I love red--no matter how simple the silhouette still damn sexy! Hope your week is off to a great start! xx b

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  67. ElaJanuary 25, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    Oh the ruffles, the red! Valentine's Day is in the air!
    xo

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  68. Champagne MacaronsJanuary 25, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Great post!! So many pretty dresses to choose from! I love the petal/rosette dresses.. xoxo, B

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  69. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    Red is the best color ever! Nice selection CC.

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  70. ClareJanuary 25, 2010 at 10:06 PM

    So funny that you posted this. I was just looking at one of my sorority sisters photos and she was wearing this stunning red dress. I was like "i gotta get me one of those!" This post was great inspiration!

    www.clarabelleblog.com

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  71. Elizabeth MarieJanuary 25, 2010 at 10:06 PM

    Red is my favorite...show stopper!!

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  72. Fashion CourtJanuary 25, 2010 at 10:24 PM

    LOVE the red with black accents looks!

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  73. Dani @ Weddings FreshJanuary 25, 2010 at 10:46 PM

    i wish i looked good in red...love that Jaeger London one--fabulous, darling!

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  74. Desired YouthJanuary 25, 2010 at 10:50 PM

    What a cute bag! I love it all!
    Oh and you should also look at Oscar De La Renat ss10. One of his last looks is this DROP-DEAD-GORGEOUS red ruffled/scalloped with a slit red dress. That dress is my current dream dress! Take a look!

    check out my blog!
    www.thestylerider.blogspot.com

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  75. CloudiaJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:00 PM

    I can feel Valentines day!
    I love your blog, Carrie.
    Thanks for your visits to da beach too.


    Aloha, Sistah Friend!


    Comfort Spiral

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  76. TJanuary 25, 2010 at 11:15 PM

    Red is so sexy! Love this post

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  77. AlineJanuary 26, 2010 at 12:04 AM

    there is nothing more sexy than a red dress!

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  78. Roxy Teacups and CoutureJanuary 26, 2010 at 12:23 AM

    love the rose dress
    http://www.twolia.com/blogs/teacups-and-coutur

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  79. noir_intelligistaJanuary 26, 2010 at 12:31 AM

    oh la la! Time to give the LBD something to compete with.

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  80. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2010 at 1:56 AM

    Yay.. again thank you for including me in the giveaway.... should I e-mail you?

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  81. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2010 at 1:57 AM

    little red dress, so chic
    love the looks you posted
    gorgeous!
    thanks for sharing as always
    and thanks for your sweet comment, i really do appreciate it!

    -cma
    COSMICaroline.blogspot.com

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  82. FashionJazzJanuary 26, 2010 at 2:09 AM

    Ooh red dresses are gorgeous hun!!! xxx

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  83. B a la ModaJanuary 26, 2010 at 2:19 AM

    I love them all. Red is my favorite color.

    xoxo
    B* a la Moda

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  84. StéphanieJanuary 26, 2010 at 2:40 AM

    Red is my favorite color !
    http://mimietnini.canalblog.com/

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  85. AJanuary 26, 2010 at 3:40 AM

    ahh..... of course. Always on it :)

    just posted a red dress delight. Think you'll appreciate.
    hope your well and the new year is beautiful thus far.

    xx
    refusestolabel.blogspot.com

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  86. ImogenJanuary 26, 2010 at 4:08 AM

    I LOVE red dresses. I think that a good, red dress is an essential for a wardrobe.

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  87. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2010 at 4:36 AM

    RED RED RED - HOT HOT HOT!! And with Valentines looming, what better colour to wear! Love some of the dresses featured above.

    XX

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  88. HiFashionJanuary 26, 2010 at 5:31 AM

    Red dresses are so beautiful. All of these look so pretty and sexy!

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  89. anotherwomanbyroseJanuary 26, 2010 at 5:35 AM

    por mas que los veo no se con cual quedarme!!!!
    guapa, una cosa...como puedo hacer para que no me salgan tapadas las fotos con el logo de photobucket exceed?? no me habia pasado antes!!! tu sabes algo?? besitos y gracias mil!!

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  90. S.ElisabethJanuary 26, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    Oh so gorgeous! I NEED that flower red frock in the beginning!!

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  91. Audrey AllureJanuary 26, 2010 at 7:18 AM

    oo i love the red!

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  92. mazyonaJanuary 26, 2010 at 7:20 AM

    أحب الأحمر
    روعة صج الملابس
    تسلمين

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  93. UnknownJanuary 26, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    fabulous inspiration for valentines day! xoxox

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  94. KJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    LOVE all the dresses! Might even inspire me to get out of my "neutrals" zone just once, haha.

    I'm RT-ing on twitter about this also, I'm @kay819

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  95. Lydia A.January 26, 2010 at 10:50 AM

    I've never really been a fan of red dresses but you have changed my mind! Those are stunning!

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  96. Lydia A.January 26, 2010 at 10:53 AM

    I tweeted: http://twitter.com/princessla66/status/8239819627

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  97. SwethaJanuary 26, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    wow!! they are all Hot.. and i love this color

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  98. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    MY color indeed ;D

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  99. Calming CornersJanuary 26, 2010 at 9:19 PM

    I may have to revisit the red in my closet. Love it!!

    xo,
    CC

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  100. Leeann @ Join the GossipJanuary 26, 2010 at 11:21 PM

    There is something so rich and powerful about the color of red.

    Great contest, adorable bag!

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  101. Leeann @ Join the GossipJanuary 26, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    Tweeted about your giveaway =)

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  102. Tres Chic ClothingJanuary 27, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    the dresses are cute and the bag!

    henley_mac@yahoo dot com

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  103. Tres Chic ClothingJanuary 27, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    followed you and tweeted

    http://twitter.com/henhenmac/status/8303341568

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  104. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    YAY.. another give away... I'm so entering!!! I'm rather fond of the pink coat and BIG earrings, esp I wear my hair up... it just sets it all in place... red lipstick.. and I'm ready to go = )

    I just wanted to thank you again dear friend for allow us to participate in these fabulous give aways... esp Jackcards which I won.. YAY..

    They offer such a fabulous service, esp those of us who are so busy and can't post our own cards.. LOVE the idea.

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  105. MANNEQUINJanuary 29, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    I might just be changing my mind about RED...looks good.x

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  106. Beth ConnollyJanuary 29, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    The Blugirl is amazing.

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  107. Steph @ Thoughts From CaliJanuary 29, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    Love a lot of the dress's what a perfect post so close to Valentines day!

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  108. pretty*pink*ratJanuary 29, 2010 at 12:16 PM

    Ooh lala! Love this whole post! There is just something so sexy about a woman in red!!

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