Saturday, March 7, 2009

Guest Blogger Feature - '5 under $50 for Spring' by Couture Carrie

Since early 2008, ultra-fabulous fashion blogger, Couture Carrie has been thrilling us with her daily trend reports and abundant selections of inspirational photos from the runways as well as online retail stores. Now, here to help us get ready for Spring, CC has listed below her top five fashion picks under $50 for the season.



Thanks to Danz for being a blogging inspiration and inviting CC as the first Guest Star in this series of posts!

For Spring, darlings, CC suggests whimsy, color, retro glamour, and an adventurous spirit. Here are CC's five picks for fab fashions under $50:



1.


American Apparel Unisex Oversized See Thru T Shirt
Price: US$32.00


CC loves this versatile piece as a belted tunic, a swingy dress (just layer it over an AA tube dress, and be sure to roll up the sleeves to show off those shoulders), or as a chic beach cover-up. Get it in basic black or experiment with some of the 80s-throwback brights that designers are championing for Spring!


2.


Victoria's Secret Shadow Dot Bikini
Price: US$37.00


CC absolutely adores VS bikinis, and the price is right on this one; not to mention that polka dots are the ultimate in retro chic for Spring. Just witness all the fab dotted swimsuits at Michael Kors!


3.


Alexander McQueen for Target Tiger Print Shift Dress
Price: US$44.99


The pieces in McQueen's collection for Target are sure to be collector's items, and CC loves this one for its unique design - remember that patterned dresses are hot for Spring - and its flirty length. Accessorize with last year's gladiators or #5 below!


4.

Delia's Morgan Low-Rise Skinny Jean
Price: US$49.50


CC loves the acidwash and shredded denim trends, but how about something a little cheerier for the warmer weather? Coral and lemon yellow are big this season, and these skinnies are just so fun!

5.

Forever 21 Fringe Open Toe Boots
Price: US$34.80


Leave it to Forever 21 to knock off the season's hottest trends - the open toed bootie and the fringed sandal. This hybrid is the perfect transitional pair to take you from late winter through Spring. Show off those mile long legs by donning these booties with a micro mini or some of Spring's fabulous Alexander Wang-inspired rolled shorts!



Be sure to tune in to Couture Carrie beginning on Monday for CC's ABCs of Spring.

xoxox,

CC


Thanks CC for those stylish and budget-friendly tips for Spring!

Also, I'd like to remind U.S residents that there are five days left to enter to win a Rachel Leigh Sex and the City-inspired Studded Belt from Chickdowntown. Click here or on the banner in the sidebar to submit your entry or for more details!

42 comments:

  1. Ooooooh it looks fab, darling! Thanks again :)

    xoxox,
    CC

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  2. thanks for the lovely comment, honey :)

    ahh I love forever 21! wish we had it here :(

    xx

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  3. Such a great post as usual, Danz. These are all great looks for the spring.

    Hope your weekend is going well.

    Much love to you, Hon.

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  4. I'm an avid CC follower and as usual, her picks are gorgeous! Love the versatility of the see thru shirt.

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  5. aww this is great! I have to budget shop, but I really enjoy looking around for bargains :)

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  6. I LOVE YOU CC :)
    amazing picks
    i adore the aa top

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  7. Hi there-what fabulous picks-I'm loving the AM for Target dress and the AA oversized top! Have a lovely weekend my dear!

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  8. Fabulous post! I love CC <3

    xoxo,
    La C.

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  9. What a great post, dear.
    Great work from both of you.

    Enjoy your time

    xoxo

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  10. I'm loving the hot bikini from Victoria's Secret. It's very sexy!

    xoxo
    Mimi

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  11. So glad I came across your blog , is great!
    Please come and visit my blog too! It's a fashion blog inspired by Portobello Road, London.
    I hope you enjoy it, see you soon!!!

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  12. hi. i love this post.

    the first pics of our summer getaway is ON. hihi. hope you visit it.

    thanks for dropping by a nice comment on my site.

    my blogging will resume i don't know when. hihi. still on the road right now.

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  13. I really like the AA t-shirt. Looks super comfy!

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  14. I love the colored skinny jeans! i definitely need orange or green ones!

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  15. How wonderful :) I am in love with those coloured skinnies and the AA t-shirt is fab!

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  16. Hi gorgeous!
    That has been a while....so sorry for not visiting for such a long time!

    Wonderful post, super stylish!
    (I wish i was that stylish sometimes...haha)

    Hope you're fine, dear!

    <3
    Mila.

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  17. oooh colored skinny jeans! hope you are well! xoxo

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  18. great feature! i'm all over the AA shirt.

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  19. Loving all the picks. I want them all.

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  20. Fabulous choice to highlight. I adore CC's work, and just seeing the new blog posts with the creme de la creme of items makes my heart flutter. Each and every time. I adore all...just not sure how 'quality' those Wang-knockoffs will be...I'd probably steer clear.

    That AA tunic and VS bikini though...whoa :)

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  21. adore her picks!! that vs swimsuit looks so good

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  22. that bikini bathing suit is amazingly amazing.

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  23. McQ for target looks quite brilliant. damn ireland for not having Target. Come to think of it, damn ireland for not having AA or Forever21 either!!
    SOS-er fi xx

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  24. I have something for you in my blog dear!

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  25. This is such a fantastic post!! So many wonderful pieces... xxx

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  26. wow! i love that spotted bikini - so retro looking!

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  27. fantastic, I love Carrie's picks!

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  28. thanks for the comment, sweetie :) wow, i totally adore this alexander mcqueen dress, it's soooo beautiful. and this fringed forever21 shoes! though my experiences with forever21's quality are pretty doubtful, you know.

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  29. I loooove those colored jeans: long live Delia's :)

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  30. ooooh i <3 Ms. CC. great idea having her as a guest blogger. and i really need to get the AA see thru tees.

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  31. euuuw, leather, poor animals

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  32. Great post (as per usual), I especially loved the first selection

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  33. ah love those shoes!!!! and that bikini!

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  34. so many great picks! I love the AA shirt.

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  35. Got to love Couture Carrie :)... wonderful choices :)

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  36. I love the bright colored skinny jeans, especially the ones in green and $50 isn't too shabby either...

    I really like reading your blog and I'd love to exchange links with you if you're interested :]

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