CC Loves... A Team Player!

Darlings, the Olympics have ended, but we'll always root for ourselves... and our favorite teams! CC loves these sporty chic pieces:

 Ashna Mehta 18k yellow gold and citrine LA Lakers bag bijoux, at modaoperandi.com.

The Ends Gold Zircon Letter Coin Charm... adorn your gear with your monogram... or your prefered player's!

 Kith for Team USA Aaron Classic Cap, at kith.com.

Dolce & Gabbana logo-print ski helmet, at mytheresa.com.

Hype & Vice NY Knicks rugby polo top, at revolve.com.

Terez x Revolve NY Giants mixed media jacket, at revolve.com.

Kith & AVIREX for the New York Yankees Leather Jacket, at kith.com.

Slalam The Bodysuit in Black

Saint Laurent x Zai wood skis, at mytheresa.com.
Which of these sporty chic pieces do you ❤?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... Slalam!

Darlings, as a fashionista and fitness instructor, CC's adores (après) ski chic! Imagine her delight to discover emerging brand Slalam, which embraces the same aesthetic! Slalam emerged from its founder's vision of merging style with performance. Based in Colorado, the wife and husband team sought to create skiwear coupling sophistication with exceptional performance. Crafted from premium Italian fabrics, Slalam’s debut Summit Collection, showcased herein, offers a seamless blend of sleek design and high performance. Slalam tackles overconsumption by running small production batches, ensuring each piece is crafted with care and exclusivity. CC approves!  

Slalam The Bodysuit, available in Black, White or Mocha Mousse: Embrace the pinnacle of athletic sophistication with The Bodysuit—a masterful fusion of high-fashion aesthetics and cutting-edge performance technology. Designed for the high-intensity lifestyle, this shapewear-inspired bodysuit delivers unparalleled support, breathability, and range of motion, ensuring you look and feel exceptional from your morning workout to your evening recovery. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, The Bodysuit combines luxury with raw utility. Its innovative moisture-wicking fabric and sleek, aerodynamic design make it the essential foundation for every fitness pursuit.
Features:
 ▪ Thumbhole sleeves
  ▪ Front zip closure with Slalam logo-debossed zipper pull
▪ Contrasting Slalam logo at sleeve and collar

Slalam The Jacket is more than just a piece of outerwear—it’s your ultimate shield against the elements, expertly crafted to merge high-performance functionality with timeless style. Made with precision Italian fabric, every detail is designed to keep you warm, dry, and effortlessly elegant.
Features:
▪ On-seam side pockets for sleek storage
▪ Slalam logo zipper pulls
▪ Slalam logo-embossed left sleeve with zippered inner wrist pocket
▪ Thermal insulation and tailored fit for warmth without bulk

Slalam The Suspender, available in Black or Red: engineered for performance and style, The Suspender combines durability with design, ensuring that you stay chicly secure whether you're shredding the slopes or strolling après ski.
Features:
▪ Matte metal hardware
▪ Durable elastic

Slalam The Pant: Inspired by the seamless transition between sport and leisure, The Pant combines cutting-edge functionality with a sleek, tailored silhouette.
Features:
▪ Thermal insulation
▪ Hidden front zip and tab closure
▪ Tonal Slalam logo at left calf
▪ Dual rear leg zippers 
Which of these chic Slalam pieces do you ❤?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves 11-Nil: Sporty Chic!

Darlings, high fashion meets high performance with 11-Nil! Founded by 4 female lifelong athletes & fashionistas who found sportswear was falling short of their high expectations, both on and off the court, these bold babes wanted more style, more confidence, and more function - so they created it! CC loves the attention to detail in this pretty pieces. Moreover, CC has road-tested a few and can attest to their comfort, beauty, and ability to perform during both sweat sessions and coffee dates! 

All items at 11-nil.com.

11-Nil London Low Zip Corset Dress in Ocean Shell - CC has in Lavender, as featured here. All 11-Nil dresses and skirts have built-in under shorts with ball (key/lip gloss) pockets!

11-Nil Milan Corset Jumpsuit in Black - CC's second piece from this chic sportswear purveyor. Note the cool contouring a thumb hole long sleeves!

11-Nil Tokyo Tank Dress in Real Red

11-Nil Rio Romper in Blue Navy

11-Nil Los Angeles Corset Dress in White: CC loves that it has thumb hole long sleeves and exterior side pockets!

11=Nil Paris Bubble Skirt in Cobalt Blue

11-Nil Rome Bubble Dress in Bubble Pink

11-Nil London Low-Zip Corset Dress in Wine

11-Nil Malibu Swim/Bodysuit in Cobalt Blue
Which of these awesome items will you buy?
Be sure to follow @11nilofficial so you can keep up with all the chic sportswear!
xoxox,
CC

Fabulous Fitness

Darlings, CC's not only a fervent fashionista but also a fitness fanatic!

In today's roundup, CC shares her sweat sesh essentials! 
Top by Vuori and leggings by CSB.

Square phone case: Flaunt
Leggings: FirmAbs

Sauvage perforated sports  bra top and capri legging, at sauvagewear.com.

Brooks Glycerin 21 running shoes, at brooksrunning.com.

Oceanfoam Travel Size Ripple Roller, at oceanfoam.com, the first foam roller made with algae! Heal your body at the end of a long day or work out on-the-go with this eco-friendly roller designed to provide gentle and effective massage. The wave texture stimulates muscles, releases tightness and improves mobility!

Takeya 40 oz. CP Signature Pickleball Water Bottle with Straw Lid, keeps CC's water cold all day, at takeyausa.com.

Lululemon Everywhere Backpack 22L, at lululemon.com.

Bottega Veneta Intreccio rubber silicone AirPods Pro case with detachable strap in Pool, at bottegaveneta.com.
Which of these awesome items catch your eye?
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves... These Beauty Gift Ideas!

 Darlings, CC has a few fabulous last-minute gift ideas for the beauty buffs on your list!

Molton Brown Stocking Filler Gift Set, featuring 10 signature, best-selling body washes with intriguing scents for everyone, from charismatic woody to floral. The perfect way to introduce Molton Brown to your loved ones!

Burt’s Bees Mega Balm, a gigantic balm-shaped tube filled with 52 Original Beeswax Lip Balm, keeping lips soft, moisturized and hydrated. Give the gift of everyone’s favorite lip balm…with an annual supply! 

Carthusia A'mmare Roller Ball Perfume Oil, a roll-on format easily applied to legs, arms, and décolleté, immediately releases all the sunny, bright, and aromatic fragrance inspired by a lush garden.

Crybaby Wax Starter Kit, with all the essentials for easy and effective at-home hair removal, at crybabywax.com.

Hot Girls Pearls Amethyst Cooling Trio... Fashionable & Functional! Perfect for loved ones obsessed with golf, pickleball, gardening or any other fab fitness pursuit. The set includes three freezable pieces that provide instant cooling relief to pulse points. Which of these awesome items catch your eye? xoxox, CC

CC Loves... Streignth Sportswear!

 Darlings, as a fashionista and a fitness professional, CC is super excited to introduce you to Streignth Sportswear, an athleisure brand that designs cutting-edge performance and lifestyle gear while bringing together a family of athletes driven by hunger and ambition.

The story behind the brand is nothing less than inspiring: at age 15, founder Shane Skaar underwent a risky corrective surgery to fix a serious chest condition. Little did he know that one day, he'd be a game-changing entrepreneur! 

Shane's favorite quote embodies the Streignth ethos: "Your adversities don't define who you are, but how you respond to them does."

All items at streignth.com.

Primal Beanie in Grey.

Men's Quarter Zip in Space Blue.

Vital Windbreaker (Unisex).

CC is loving this range of workout gear (especially the camouflage hoodies!) and its empowering message. And each piece in the collection is under $50!

A special thanks to Geena at PR Newswire for the scoop and photos.

Be sure to follow @streignth on Instagram so you can keep up with all the awesome athleisure and inspiring stories, darlings!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves... Lono Sneakers!

 Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to LONO, a sockless, stylish, sustainable sneaker that feels amazing while benefiting the environment! 

LONO uses eco-conscious materials such as tree fiber, bamboo, algae and castor beans to create a quick-drying, breathable and odor-resistant shoe that is super stylish!

You can read more about LONO and check out their Kickstarter campaign here. CC owns a prototype and can assure you that these sneaks are fabulously fashionable and super comfy! Plus, the insole is machine washable!

LONO sneakers come in an array of lovely hues and will be available for purchase in May of 2021. CC will circle back after the launch with the website and other details, darlings! Hope you will support the brand, as CC does!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves... Ponyback Hats!

 Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Ponyback Hats, a chic and innovative collection of caps that let you style your hair as desired and keep you covered! A special thank you to Courtney at ChicExecs PR and Stacy, the company's founder, an entrepreneur and an active mother of 3 boys! 

Ponyback Hats are not only fashionable and comfortable, their patent-pending design is fabulously functional: a large magnetic opening at the back of the cap accommodates any hair style or type without the hassle and discomfort of velcro, buttons or snaps! 

CC absolutely adores these hats, which come in a variety of colors and sizes for both women and girls, available at ponybackhats.com. Be sure to follow @ponybackstyle on Instagram so you can keep up with this innovative brand!

xoxox,

CC

CC Loves... Saia Yoga Mat Bags!

Darlings, as a fashionista and a yoga instructor, CC is super excited to introduce you to Saia yoga mat carriers! Saia, a female-owned company based in the UK, just launched in January of 2020 and it's already a celeb go-to! The Saia signature Emmeline yoga mat bag, finely crafted in the highest quality vegan leather with a feminine design to complement any outfit, comes in several chic shades, including CC's fave, Cherry Blossom, pictured below.

The front turn-lock opens to reveal a faux suede interior with adjustable inner straps that secure your yoga mat in place. It hosts a convenient pocket to fit your daily essentials so you can leave your home without wrestling with your handbag. The detachable cross-body strap allows for hands-free styling with an optional shoulder padding that offers the right amount of support and comfort.

Each pretty piece is crafted impeccably and finished with gold-plated hardware for a luxurious look and feel. Best of all, Saia donates 5% of all profits to female education in developing countries. Beauty and heart? A winning combo! Be sure to treat yourself and your yogi pals to one of these exquisite bags this holiday season!

Fantastic news! Saia is offering Couture Carrie readers an exclusive 15% discount! Simply use code CAT15 at checkout. Happy shopping!

Be sure to follow @saialondon on Instagram so you can keep up with all the gorgeousness!

xoxox,
CC

P.S. Special "thank you"s to (a) Kristina, owner and founder of Saia, and also (b) CC's fabulous friend Houda, who gifted CC one of these beautiful bags for her birthday!

Fab Fitness Attire

Darlings, as a fashionista and a fitness instructor, CC is super excited to introduce you to Sun Lovin' Roots, an eco-friendly athleisure line featuring playful prints and fun messages!

And Sun Lovin' Roots is giving back to the community during these challenging times, donating one face mask for every three purchased! 

All items at sunlovinroots.com.

These gorgeous leggings are sweat-wicking, squat-proof, and dryer-safe!

Sun Lovin' Roots leggings come in lots of fabulous prints, and you can even add a matching sports bra!

All of the Sun Lovin' Roots pieces have a hang tag with a smoothie recipe, to "give your body what it needs to thrive and flourish."  CC absolutely loves this message!

CC has a pair of these Sun Lovin' Roots leggings and they are super comfy and cute... perfect for yoga, Pilates, barre or WFH! Treat yourself to a pair at sunlovinroots.com, and be sure to follow @sunlovinroots on Instagram!

xoxox,

CC

P.S. A special thank you to Alex at Team Chic Execs for all the vital info and for hooking CC up with a fab pair of leggings to review!