Royally Gorgeous

First things first, darlings! The winner of CC's StockinGirl.com Giveaway is the lovely Melanie ~ congrats!

Baby, it’s blue! Darlings, royal blue is red hot for Spring 2011!
Runway photos via style.com.
Aquilano.Rimondi
Carlos Miele
Davidelfin
Issa
Jaeger London
Kinder Aggugini
Matthew Williamson
Ohne Titel
Tess Giberson
CC hopes you enjoy these shopping suggestions, darlings!
Nanette Lepore La Marocain dress; this and next three at shopbop.com.
Boulee Parker dress.
Gryphon Glitter dress.
Tucker long flowy skirt.
Catherine Malandrino draped silk-chiffon dress; this and next three at net-a-porter.com.
Stella McCartney one-shoulder satin dress.
Amanda Wakely one-shoulder stretch-jersey gown.
Notte by Marchesa silk-chiffon gown.
Nissa Jewelry triangle ring, at shopbop.com.
Michael Kors chronograph watch; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Deborah Marquit French lace bra and briefs.
Which royal do you relish?
xoxox,
CC

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Architectural Inspiration: Purple Passion

Inspiring space pictured courtesy Delight by Design citing elledecor.com.

3.1 Phillip Lim ruched crepe-jersey mini dress; this and next at net-a-porter.com.

Christian Louboutin Toutenkaboucle 150 suede buckle sandals.

Whiting & Davis King Snake folded clutch; this and next at shopbop.com.

Juicy Couture baguette chandelier earrings.

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

xoxox,

CC

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Tag Time!

First things first, darlings! The winner of CC's Runway Rundown Bohemia Design Boot Giveaway is the lovely Ashley of Jinx! And the winner of CC's Chickdowntown.com Missoni Scarf Giveaway is the fabulous Erika of Cafe Fashionista ~ congrats to you both!

CC was recently tagged by the lovely Tamera of Tamera's Take with the Versatile Blogger Award. Thank you, darling! Here goes:

Rules

1. Thank and link back to the person who gave you the award.

2. Share 7 things about yourself.

3. Answer 10 questions.

4. Pass it along to 7 blogs you've recently discovered and enjoy.

5. Leave your recipients a note, telling them about the award.

7 Things about CC:

1. I am a yoga and Pilates instructor.

2. I am the eldest of five siblings.

3. My feet are size 11.

4. I was a lawyer and a teacher before becoming a blogger.

5. My favorite city is New York; I lived there for six years.

6. I'm addicted to Starbucks quadruple lattes.

7. My record in Scrabble is 434 points.

1. Why did you create this blog?

Couture Carrie began as a logical extension of my own personal style and trendspotting sketchbook. About three years ago, I decided to start sharing my ideas with my Fellow Fashionistas in the blogosphere.

2. What kind of blogs do you follow?

I read primarily fashion blogs, but I also follow a few foodie and architectural sites.

3. Favorite makeup brand?

NARS

4. Favorite clothing brand?

La Petite Salope (now called La Petite S*****)

5. Your indispensable makeup product?

Perricone No Foundation Foundation

6. Favorite color?

Purple

7. Favorite perfume?

Hanae Mori

8. Favorite film?

Elf

9. What country would you like to visit and why?

I would love to go back to Italy someday and visit Milan... it is the one city I skipped on my last trip and I am quite remiss!

10. Would you rather forget to put mascara on one eye or forget blush on one side of your face?

The former, I guess...

7 Blogs CC loves:

Fashion Snag

Cafe Fashionista

O'Style

Gorgeous Glam

Delight by Design

Fashion Lolita

Fashion Moment

Congrats, darlings, and have fun doing this tag!

xoxox,

CC

P.S. Please check out CC's guest post on Fashion Court ~ "If I had a Black Card..."

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