Couture Carrie

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Sweet Shoes

Darlings, are you as excited for fall footwear as CC is?

From haute oxfords to pretty platforms and everything in between, there is sure to be a beautiful boot, a fabulous flat, or a perfect pump for each of CC's Fellow Fashionistas in this post!

CC has ordered these twenty terrific pairs from lowest heel to highest.

Hope you enjoy this survey of sweet shoes for autumn!

Loeffler Randall leopard haircalf oxfords, at shopbop.com.

CC is not typically a huge fan of flats, but these adorable oxfords split the difference between masculine and feminine nicely by incorporating a a pointed toe and a gorgeous and girly animal print!

Mirror metallic oxfords, at jcrew.com.

So cute with jeans and a fitted blazer, darlings!

10 Crosby Derek Lam Annabell boots, at couture.zappos.com.

CC adores the buckles!

Friend of Mine Hutton ankle boot, at nastygal.com.

Loving the sparkly heel detail!

Jeffrey Campbell Devane ruffled shoes, at pixiemarket.com.

These peep toes remind CC of a Lanvin dress from a few seasons ago...

Pierre Hardy ponyhair wedge ankle boot, at barneys.com.

CC adores the contrast wedge heel!

Alice + Olivia Dina pumps, at shopbop.com.

Sexy studs!

Faith Caty pointed court shoes, at asos.com.

Fanciful and fabulous!

Isa Tapia printed ponyhair pump, at isatapia.com.

The perfect, practical heel height!

Vince Camuto pointy python pumps ~

CC just snapped these beauties up for 50% off at pixiemarket.com!

Sloane leopard pumps, at jcrew.com.

Classic elegance.

Nicholas Kirkwood black suede and illusion mesh sandal, at nicholaskirkwood.com.

Shoes art!

Sergio Rossi suede caged peep-toe booties, at neimanmarcus.com.

CC's favorite color!

Carvela Kurt Geiger Gyrate sandals, at us.kurtgeiger.com.

Edgy and unique!

Brian Atwood quilted leather booties, at intermixonline.com.

CC covets!

Giuseppe Zanotti suede zipper booties, at shopbop.com.

Awesome asymmetry!

Viktor & Rolf suede peep toe pumps, at couture.zappos.com.

Such a rich and ravishing shade!

Taylor Says Talia pumps, at taylorsays.com.

So fun and fantastical!

Alexander McQueen studded platform pumps, at couture.zappos.com...

Talk about a statement shoe!

Which of these pretty pairs do you prefer, darlings?

How will you be rounding out your shoe wardrobe this season, darlings?

CC is looking for a chic flat boot, an oxford, and a new pair of platform ankle booties!

xoxox,

Monday, September 2, 2013

Chic Stripes: Bold Black & White

Darlings, how sweet are these striped pieces?

CC adores the bold black and white palette ~ a welcome change from the traditional navy and white "nautical chic" looks to which we have all become so accustomed!

Alice + Olivia Dina striped pump, at shopbop.com.

Pierre Hardy stripe platform sandal, at barneys.com.

River Island flip lock clutch, at riverisland.com.

Robert Rodriguez striped pencil skirt, at intermixonline.com.

Tibi variegated stripe knit shorts; this and next at shopbop.com.

Alice + Olivia 5 pocket long shorts.

Motel Roxy striped skinny jeans with PU coating, at asos.com.

Sequin stripe layered top, at pixiemarket.com.

Line striped linen knit sweater, at intermixonline.com. CC needs!

TFNC skater dress in bold stripe chiffon, at asos.com.

Katie Ermilio multi stripe sheath dress; this and next two at barneys.com.

Barneys New York striped sweater dress.

Dolce & Gabbana striped flare dress.

Lanvin striped cotton-blend sheath dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Scooter striped stretch-twill dress.

Ella Moss Sam striped dress, at shopbop.com.

Nadia Tarr striped jersey dress, at intermixonline.com.

Norma Kamali Shane cutout swimsuit, at net-a-porter.com.

Asos mix and match stripe twist bandeau bikini, at asos.com.

Mikoh Swimwear Miyako bikini, at barneys.com.

Heidi Klein Rhode Island reversible bikini, at shopbop.com.

Which of these striped stunners are you smitten with?

CC adores all the dresses, especially the Lanvin!

xoxox,

CC Loves... These Products!

Darlings, here are a few of the beauty products that CC is super smitten with these days...

CC has tried and endorses each of these items, so be sure to add them to your shopping list!

Hairdo by HairUWear clip-in ponytail and bangs extensions, at ulta.com.

CC has this duo and absolutely adores channeling this chic celeb look!

Photo of Taylor Swift via Google Images.

Jane Carter Solution Moisture Nourishing Shampoo -

gently cleans hair while restoring it to a balanced pH. at janecartersolution.com.

John Frieda Frizz-Ease Secret Weapon Flawless Finishing Creme ~

apply to dry hair to smooth and tame frizz. CC swears by this product to stop those little flyaways!

Shop at johnfrieda.com.

Lumene Time Freeze Anti-Aging CC Cream, a 6 in 1 color correcting cream infused with Wild Arctic Lingonberry and SPF 20, at drugstores and lumene.com.

Mama Mio Bootcamp for Butts:

Exfoliate, tighten and tone with Omega Body Buff, Skin Tight and Shrink-t-fit products to insure a divine derriere, darlings! The set also includes a round exfoliating brush!

NYC New York Color Show Time Glitter Eye Pencils help CC to create a jewel-encrusted eye look with long-wearing glitter-infused colors.

Which products are you loving these days, darlings?

xoxox,

Make Your Home Elegant with Euro Style Lighting

Darlings, as you know from her numerous Architectural Inspiration posts, CC is a huge fan of divine home decor. You can make your home the ultimate in modernity and elegance with exquisite Euro Style Lighting! Whether you're in the market for a chic chandelier, a pendant lamp, a floor or table lamp, wall lights, track lighting, bathroom fixtures, or any other type of lighting, Euro style pieces are pure perfection for the modern manse. Be sure to check out this great guide to Modern Lighting before you begin your search.

CC hopes you enjoy this lovely lighting!

Photos and descriptions via eurostylelighting.com.

CC is super smitten with this Possini white flower acrylic chandelier!

Many gracefully arched petals form the organic structure of this original lamp. Its breathtaking design will spread its style onto your room. The specially positioned, curved panels of plastic serve as diffusers for light, allowing you to create a warm and intimate atmosphere. For a little bit of drama, this astonishing orb is suspended from a simple white circular ceiling canopy.

Refined simplicity is yours with this modern table lamp design. The metal base offers a graceful sculpted shape that is presented in a brushed steel finish. Topped with a giclee cylinder shade that is custom printed with a stylish Technicolor pattern.

How perfect is the print on this Giclee Gallery Reflection Pattern Semi-Flush Ceiling Light?

This stylish semi-flushmount ceiling light is an excellent choice in overhead lighting. The decorative, custom-printed giclee shade features an exclusive pattern. The stem is composed of stacked crystal balls which are complemented by a coordinating finial. Chrome finish canopy and accents add extra visual appeal. Acrylic diffuser ensures warm, even lighting.

Which of these lovely lights can you see in your home?

CC is totally loving the last one! Graphic black and white patterns are so chic and modern...

Fabulous news, darlings! CC has found these amazing Euro Style Lighting Coupons to make your next home decor online shopping experience more enjoyable and affordable! Get deep discounts of up to thirty percent or more on your entire lighting purchase, and/or get free shipping on your order.

Happy shopping, darlings!

xoxox,