Lovely Lace

Darlings, don a lovely lace dress or top this spring!
Runway coverage via style.com.
ADAM
Brioni
Collette Dinnigan
Erdem
Issa
Julien Macdonald
L’Wren Scott
Monique Lhuillier
Nanette Lepore
Suno
Tracy Reese
Vivienne Tam

D&G sleeveless lace top; this and next five at net-a-porter.com.
Anna Sui ruffled lace camisole.
A.L.C. Scarlett ruched lace mini dress.
TIBI Broderie anglaise cotton-tulle dress.
Milly metallic lace shift.
Paul & Joe romance lace strapless dress.
Thayer Dream strapless lace dress; this and next at shopbop.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Abigail lace dress.
Torn by Ronny Kobo Lucinda one shoulder lace dress.
Which lace do you love?
xoxox,
CC

Factory by Erik Hart Dress Giveaway!

Darlings, CC is gleaming with pride to introduce you to American Designer, Artist and Musician Erik Hart and his stellar collection, Factory by Erik Hart. Factory focuses on Hart's aesthetic, an exercise in balancing the tension created between contrasts and duality, the dichotomy of androgyny and femininity, high and low, vulnerability and confidence, restraint and excess. The collection draws from a base of soft tailoring, feminine silhouettes, minimalist sophistication paired with street sensibilites, and a keen eye for contruction and quality. CC hopes you enjoy these Factory by Erik Hart pieces!
At top left: Open Back Dress; this and next three at shopbop.com.
Cowl Neck Racer Back Dress.
Tank Dress with Fringe.
Long Sleeve Scoop Neck Top.
Fabulous news, darlings! CC and Erik Hart have this stunning graphic print Factory dress to give away to one lucky CC reader!
One Week Contest: To enter, simply visit the Factory Collection, select your favorite piece from the Holiday Resort (HR) Collection, and mention it in the comments section of this post.
A winner will be chosen via random.org on Wednesday, December 22, 2010. Happy browsing, and good luck!
xoxox,
CC

P.S. You can also shop Factory by Erik Hart online at Saks and Revolve!
P.P.S. Be sure to check out Erik Hart's blog as well!

Carissa Rose Giveaway!

Time to get dolled up for those holiday parties! Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Carissa Rose, a gorgeous line of tops and dresses designed specifically for larger-busted ladies. No more trips to the tailor ~ yay! An ideal gift for CC readers and their loved ones!
Olivia chevron stripe shirt; this and next three at carissarose.com.
Glenna wide strap camisole.
Lola pencil dress ~ CC has and adores! Fits like a dream, to flatter both waist and bust!
Amanda shirtdress. Perfect for the office Christmas party!
Fabulous news, darlings! CC and Carissa Rose have a Gift Voucher to give away to one lucky CC reader ~ the winner will be able to choose any one item from the CarissaRose.com! One Week Contest: To enter, simply visit Carissa Rose, select your favorite item, and mention it in the comments section of this post! For an extra entry, follow Carissa Rose Designs on Twitter and tell CC you have done so in a separate comment.
Happy holidays and good luck, darlings!
xoxox,
CC

Trendspotting: White Blouses

Darlings, CC is just loving these crisp white button down shirts from the Spring 2011 runways!
Photos via style.com.
Barbara Tfank
Cushnie et Ochs
DKNY
Graeme Armour
Isaac Mizrahi
Rachel Comey
Ruffian
Tracy Reese

Trussardi 1911

And now, CC’s shopping suggestions:
Theory Jeremia blouse; this and next at three at shopbop.com.
Victorialand float front tuxedo blouse.
Helmut Lang tuck neck top.
Alexander Wang draped front top.
Which blouse do you deem best?
xoxox,

CC

Architectural Inspiration: Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier for Roche Bobois via Trust Your Style.

J. Crew drapey bateau tee at jcrew.com.

J Brand Bombshell cigarette jeans; this and next two at shopbop.com.

Belle by Sigerson Morrison open toe suede platform booties.

Foley + Corrina Mongolian lamb small square bag.

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

xoxox,

CC

ShopModerne.com $75 Gift Certificate Giveaway!

Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Shop Moderne, a very hip online boutique!
Just check out these amazing designer duds!
Mink Pink striped cardi.
Yumi Kim Marien top.
Eight Sixty Double V Dress.
Sky minidress with chain accent.
Skinny by Jessica Elliott double “Floating Ring.” A celeb fave!
Fabulous news, darlings! CC and ShopModerne.com have a $75 Gift Certificate to give away to one lucky CC reader! This will be a recurring contest on Couture Carrie, happening every other month – how great is that? One Week Contest: To enter, simply visit ShopModerne.com and tell CC in the comments section of this post what you would buy with your $75 if you won! For an extra entry, follow Moderne on Twitter and tell CC you have done so in a separate comment. For a third entry, "like" a product on the product page, linking to your Facebook, and tell CC you have done so in a separate comment. Late breaking news: Vote MODERNE for Philanthropic Small Business of the Year and get an additional entry for the giveaway. Make sure you comment below and let us know you voted for Moderne! Good luck, darlings, and happy shopping!
xoxox,
CC

P.S. Moderne would like to offer all giveaway participants 20% off with discount code COUTURECC!