Nautical Chic

Darlings, it's the (unofficial) start of summer, so CC has assembled a special post for all of her fabulous fellow fashionistas!

CC hopes you enjoy these "nautical chic" pieces!

Dolce & Gabbana printed leather shoulder bag, at mytheresa.com.

Anya Hindmarch Carrefour Ephson leather shoulder bag, at matchesfashion.com.

Dolce & Gabbana striped canvas espadrilles, at net-a-porter.com.

 J. Crew striped canvas pumps, at net-a-porter.com.

 Tibi Identity Stripe asymmetric silk camisole, at net-a-porter.com.

 T by Alexander Wang striped jersey top, at net-a-porter.com.

Gucci stripe-trimmed twill shorts, at net-a-porter.com.

Madewell Parcel striped crepe trench coat; this and next at net-a-porter.com.

Max Mara striped wool and angora blend coat.

Milly graphic stripe Mariella Dress, at shopbop.com.

 Gareth Pugh one-shoulder striped crepe gown, at net-a-porter.com.

 Solid and Striped The Poppy Bikini, at net-a-porter.com.

Dolce & Gabbana blue and white striped one-piece, at shopbazaar.com.

Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, darlings!

xoxox,

CC

First and last photos via Pinterest.

Architectural Inspiration: Chic Stripes

Architectural inspiration via elledecor.com.

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Dione stretch-jersey dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.

Maison Martin Margiela large leather clutch.

Crystal track necklace, at jcrew.com.

Diane von Furstenberg Theia platform wedge sandals, at shopbop.com.

Darlings, what do you think of this living room and the look it inspired?

Are you a fan of stripes?

xoxox,

CC

Sassy Stripes

First things first, darlings! The winner of CC's NDB Jewelry Designs Bracelet Giveaway is the lovely Sarah of My Republic of Fashion ~ congrats!

From nautical chic to pinstripes to wide bands of color, stripes are hot for spring!
Runway photos via style.com.
Aquilano.Rimondi
Bensoni
Bill Blass
Chris Benz
Clements Ribeiro
Cynthia Rowley
Graeme Armour
Jaeger London
Jeremy Laing
Jill Stuart
Jonathan Saunders
Kinder Aggugini
Lacoste
L.A.M.B.
Lela Rose
Milly
Nanette Lepore
Nicholas K.
Sacai
Tommy Hilfiger
Tory Burch
Tracy Reese
Versus
Vivienne Tam
Which stripes suit you?
xoxox,
CC

NOW, STRIPE!

ALLOVER STRIPES are ubiquitous these days, despite the average fashionista's innate phobia . . .

First, and most striking, is Lanvin’s jailbird stripe dress (at right, via style.com), which reminds me of a super villain’s costume. Though padded and horizontally striped (a seemingly killer combo!), CoutureCarrie thinks we might just be able to pull it off, given that (1) it has an hourglass shape; (2) the sleeves are three quarter; and (3) the pattern is jostled at the waist by a playful marsupial pocket.

Tracy Reese’s take on the trend combines a sheer striped “swishy” overlay with a black slipdress (at left). The look is elegantly belted at the waist with a wide white cincher – a splendid idea when wearing horizontal stripes, as it breaks up the monotony and creates curves. Go to net-a-porter.com.

Jean Paul Gaultier’s red and white striped ensemble for Spring 2008 is quite fetching, though one would do well to lose the pirate chapeau and extra-long belt when translating from runway to street! Pic courtesy nymag.com.

This Elie Saab variegated stripe gown seems a bit more wearable, perhaps because of the airy feel lent by its wisps of chiffon (photo at left via nymag.com). The added hint of color at the bust line saves this frock from awning overkill. Lovely for a black tie summer wedding, don'tcha think?

This gray and putty striped minidress from the Chanel 2009 Resort Collection is more subtle, for those who are still leery of the horizontal stripe (runway shot at lower right courtesy style.com).

Couture Carrie's advice for wearing allover stripes? Be sure the look is fitted, or create your own curves by cinching the garment at the waist! But don't be afraid of the horizontal stripe, darlings! It is really quite "arresting"!