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..."

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!