Thursday, February 18, 2010

Happy Happy, Joy Joy & Shabby Apple Giveaway!

Tagged by the lovely Nuheila and The Girlie Blog with stating 10 Things That Make CC Happy:
1) When CC’s loves come together. Behold the first book on Fashion Law, darlings! A must for aspiring designers and attorneys! Pick it up here.
2) Getting runway pieces for a song. CC recently snapped up these incredible Phi silk chiffon jodhpurs for 80% off at theOutnet.com.
3) Haute Handbags. This gold lizard clutch from Style-Treasure.com is exquisite! It has a delicate chain strap and comes in a delightful little dust bag!
4) Wonderful Wellies. CC is smitten with these Däv Riding boots, as they are fabulously chic and fleece lined – the ideal winter footwear for both city and country!
5) Couture Knits. Visit tahirsultan.com.
6) Beautiful Bling from Ice.com. Check out the Ice.com Facebook page for a fantastic giveaway. And enjoy a 25% discount for CC readers with discount code IBLOG. Discount excludes diamond rings, sale items and watches.
7) Slimming Slacks. Try Kymaro Curve Control jeans, darlings ~ they are amazing. Also, try Kymaro’s Stick Figure jeans. So flattering and affordable, too! Shop here.
8) Nice nails. Np2 Nail Perfection lacquers come with a topcoat ~ so cool and convenient!
9) Fabulous consignment store finds! CC adores ConsignDesignerOnline for stunning Designer duds at ridiculously reasonable prices. ConsignDesignerOnline is owned by CC’s pal Kathy Decker, who has an incredible eye for couture. Just behold this gorgeous Alexander McQueen embroidered shearling handbag! Shop here for Balenciaga, Alaia, Prada, Etro, Chanel and many more!
10) Pretty Dresses. Shabby Apple Cotton Candy Dress. Fabulous news, darlings! CC and shabbyapple.com have a gorgeous dress to give away to one lucky CC reader! Four Day Contest: To enter, simply visit Shabby Apple, select your favorite dress and mention it in the comments section of this post! U.S. Residents only on this one, darlings. Also, Shabby Apple is pleased to offer CC readers a 10% discount with coupon code couturecarrie10off. Good luck and happy shopping, darlings!
CC is tagging all of her Fellow Fashionistas to list their 10 Happy Things!
xoxox,
CC

81 comments:

  1. Love that ring,it s gorgeous!!!Loving to read your answers and thank you Carrie:)

    Nuheila

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  2. So many to choose from! I love the Five to Nine Dress: http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-204-five-to-nine.aspx

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  3. Love this positive and vibrant post. These little things that makes us happy are in fact so essential in dealing with daily routine and boredom. My fav dress -Rosie the riveter, reminds me of one by Marc by Marc Jacobs fall 2010.

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  4. Yes, Yes.... Pretty Dresses!!

    Have a beautiful day Carrie ~~
    xoxo

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  5. Awesome post!! I loveeee that last photo and I can't agree more about having nice nails!!!

    http://www.hottheels.blogspot.com

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  6. My favorite Shabby Apple dress is the Polka Dot Dress http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-175-dot-to-dot.aspx

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  7. Chere CC,

    Loving the jodhpurs, very Kristin Scott Thomas / English Patient. Never gets old that look.

    Loving the Bette D over at Shabby Apple too.

    Nice stuff.

    xoxo - Petra

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  8. Shabby Apple dresses are adorable!
    I love the colours and pattern of the Trapeze dress. http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-441-trapeze.aspx

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  9. I love that ring & your list! I adore the Ingrid dress from Shabby Apple :) I would love to win that!

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  10. I love those gray fingerless gloves.....

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  11. very possitive post! like the ring very much!

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  12. I'm obsessed with Shabby Apple's Atlantic Fog Dress - http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-498-atlantic-fog.aspx. It's simple yet sophisticated...absolutely perfect!

    Loving those wellies...one can never go wrong with refined rain boots!! :)

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  13. The ring is good for a gift to a dear friend! Hugs.

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  14. hard to choose just one from all the pretties, but when i laid eyes on the ravishing red of the washington square park dress, i was smitten and knew i'd want it hanging in my closet ...

    such pretty dresses, cc!

    p.s. i love ms. kathy too - such a fabulous idea that goes straight to this bargainista's heart!

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  15. too many favorites! I think I would choose the carousel dress!

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  16. those Phi pants-love! So sad they've shut down-I was a fan xo

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  17. I would love to see your steal from the Outnet! I love that place =) xo

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  18. Love the silk chiffon pants!! Congrats on the purchase :)

    As for the dresses, I like Fifth Ave:
    http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-386-fifth-ave.aspx

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  19. Wonderful giveaway! Shabby Apple is my new favorite online store for cute dresses. I even matched a few outfits with their pieces on my blog. I am totally in love with their flirty dresses and especially the Atlantic Fog comfy gray dress - even when my husband saw it wanted to buy it for me :))

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  20. Nice post and lovely pics;))

    xoxo M.

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  21. Great post. Maybe we should open a law firm specializing in fashion law. I can have the DC office, you NYC, Averill Houston!

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  22. I want to read that book- sounds interesting!

    As for the giveaway, I love the Bette D, LBD :)

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  23. Washington Square Park all the way! That dress is so retro and I want it now!!!
    http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-380-washington-square-park.aspx

    Love all your answers :)

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  24. good vibes on this post !
    nice dresses*

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  25. OMGGGGGGGG all of those dresses are divine but the Casablanca dress is my favorite. :] J'adore!

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  26. I love that ring and those stick figure jeans are so cute!

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  27. Who could say No to that? Especially the slimming jeans... want them!

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  28. My fave from Shabby Apple is the G. Cooper dress. Amazing giveaway!

    And my 10 everyday happy joy things are: 1. kittens, 2. a sunny day, no matter how cold, 3. my Loeffler Randall skull flats, 4. my Deka Ray Deathstar Debris necklace, 5. orange nail polish, 6. Joe's Jeans, 7. a kiss from someone I love, 8. the truth, 9. unexpected fashion inspiration, and 10. winning a Shabby Apple dress!

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  29. it was a heart choice between the cleopatra http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-105-cleopatra.aspx

    and the bugle boy http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-509-bugle-boy.aspx


    but I think I am going to have to go with the bugle boy it is fun and flirty and can be worn to work a night out or a lovely brunch

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  30. Stunning - love the ring!

    Wanted to let you & your readers know that you can win $1000 to Bloomingdales by entering the LVCMag Avenue Debut Grand Giveaway Contest!!! Submit an outfit photo for your chance to win & be published on our site - go to LVCMAG.COM for the full details! Thanks love, and good luck!

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  31. they are all so beautiful! I love this one a lot :

    http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-386-fifth-ave.aspx

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  32. Carrie :) Hope you are well!

    Shabby Apple has so many great dresses.. but my favorite right now would have to be the "This Side of Paradise" dress! (http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-416-this-side-of-paradise.aspx).. Totally amazing.

    xx Love & Aloha.

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

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  33. That ring is soooo gorgeous!!

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

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  34. I'm in! THIS SIDE OF PARADISE would be perfect!! :)

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  35. fashion law sounds great...
    aww and the dresses,love the Bethesda Fountain one:)

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  36. Ooh love theoutnet.com such great deals. And adore your picks!
    I am 100% in love with this blue http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-556-bethesda-fountain.aspx
    I'm a sucker for bows!

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  37. that ring is brilliant! if only i could get my boyfriend to buy me one! lol. :D

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  38. great giveaway. i love their dresses. so gorgeous!

    xx,
    betz
    http://herarmoire.blogspot.com

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  39. I love Shabby Apple! And especially the 5th Ave dress. Thanks for the giveaway.
    spackattak7 at hotmail dot com

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  40. Yay, giveaway!! The Shabby Apple website is so cute. I love their "This Side of Paradise" dress, so fun and great for a party. Love your list Carrie, especially the "Fashion Law" book.

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  41. I loved reading this. Te fashion Lawbook looks really interesting.

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  42. Hard decision! Thats such a great site! But I will go with the Lois Lane, its unique enough to stand out but classic enough to remain in my closet for a long time!

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  43. The Carousel line is my favorite line, especially the Carnival dress (although I'd take Coney Island and Cotton Candy in a heartbeat, too)!!

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  44. i've heard bout Fashion Law, hopefully they can get it at my book club :o]

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  45. Beautiful post! Wishing you a lovely weekend!!
    xoxo, B

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  46. I really love the 90 words per minute dress. it's so cute and looks perfect for the spring.

    -Lauren

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  47. Probably this one: http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-498-atlantic-fog.aspx but there are so many good choices. Thanks!
    XOXOX
    Libby
    http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

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  48. Congratulations on your award!

    What a marvelous giveaway! I just love their shop. I chose the Alice's Adventure dress!

    iamemmamusic.blogspot.com

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  49. Shabby Apple is the embodiment of classy,beautiful clothing for woman of any age. I absolutely love the Ingrid dress.

    AutumH
    autum22@gmail.com

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  50. hey girl, sorry i've been mia - exams and vacays have been consuming my life for a little while. also, thanks for taking the time to enter my giveaway :) pretty dresses as always!

    xx lue

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  51. Hi! This rings is very beautiful!

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  52. I love Shabby Apple dresses! My fave is the Bon Voyage

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  53. that ring is fabulous - purple is my favourite colour! and i love that gold clutch :)

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  54. That gold evening bag is so classic, so elegant..
    Me likey!

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  55. HOTNESS! That ring is mesmerizing!! All the dresses are so pretty too... and the nail color == yummy redness!!



    Also, a lil something for you and your awesome readers:
    DISTRIKMODE is giving away a gorgeous pair of diamond earrings to our highest Haiti Fund donor. Come make a fabulous difference!



    Farrah
    WWW.DISTRIKMODE.COM

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  56. The amethyst ring is gorgeous!!! This post is just too much fun!:-))) Have a very lovely weekend.

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  57. Thanks for letting us get to know you a bit better. Beautiful list. Love the addition of the riding boots right along side couture bags! =) Have a great weekend!

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  58. Carrie ... I want to steal your Phi jodphurs ... they're just super elegant!

    Left you an award in my post just now ... please come get it?

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  59. You're my favorite fashionista! Hope you have a great weekend!

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  60. I had such a hard time choosing, but I absolutely love the Black Casablanca dress :)

    http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-508-casablanca.aspx

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  61. Hey CC! How r u? Great post - I do love me some haute handbags, slimming slacks and pretty dresses as well!
    Take care and enjoy your weekend darling :)

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  62. I'm with you on the haute handbags & wellies! I'm practically living in wellies this time of year :)

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  63. oooh the Bette D is my fave dress!!

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  64. I love this site! Knee length dresses are easier to rock than minis, for me anyway. My favorite is L'ete. It reminds me of an early fall carnival.

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  65. I love Shabby Apple. I'm thinking the Antiquated dress would be a great LBD addition to my wardrobe.

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  66. i NEED to check out that fashion law book! thanks for sharing, cc!

    my favorite shabby apple dress...hm..this is hard..is the sheep meadow dress!

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  67. Congrats on the award! I love wellies!

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  68. Nice blog!!!!!!!!!!!!

    We keep in touch.

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  69. Bette D. love the wife in a little black dress

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  70. Wow! So many beautiful dresses to choose from! I'd have to say my favorite is the FIVE TO NINE dress!

    hether78(at)gmail(dot)com

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  71. I love the Martha's Vineyard dress at Shabby Apple, but that Cotton Candy dress is pretty too- looks like spring!


    MJ using hubby's google account
    butterflyrouge(at)yahoo(dot)com

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