Hot Cross!

CC is having a religious experience! Whether a jewel unto itself or a decorative element on a garment, the cross has been resurrected, and is being worshipped by design houses such as Lacroix, Givenchy, McQueen and Garrard.

Christian Lacroix Spring 2008, at top left, via nymag.com

Christian Lacroix Fall 2008 Couture, at right

Christian Lacroix Couture, cross detail

Chado Ralph Rucci

Givenchy

Givenchy, via nymag.com

The iconography of the cross is perhaps most comfortably ensconced in necklaces, as evinced by the multitude of crosses adorning Givenchy's runway chains, pictured at right.

Even the Project Runway designers got in on the trend (see red cross at left, via nymag.com).

This lovely Vania Nielsen crystal pearl Maltese cross necklace is currently on sale at intermixonline.com.

Or you can get the look quite inexpensively with this charm necklace from forever21.com.

The appeal of the cross has expanded to include other jewels as well:

How gorgeous are these Alexander McQueen bracelets, featured in French Vogue online?

CC is also drawn to this King Baby sterling silver crowned heart cross cuff. Visit chickdowntown.com.

And who wouldn't worship this Garrard black and white diamond ring? Delfina Delettrez makes a subversive statement with this gold, silver, onyx and diamond brooch by using a decorative serpent. This and previous photo via elle.com.

A more colorful rendition is offered by Jay Strongwater; get his cross pin at Bergdorf Goodman for just over a hundred dollars.
If jewels aren't your thing, wear an Ed Hardy cross-emblazoned crewneck tunic. Go to bluefly.com to buy on sale!

Or sport these Forever 21 Maltese cross shorts.
Subtler still, wear your crosses cleverly woven into the pockets of your Habitual Standard Glory Pocket bootcut jeans! Purchase at revolveclo-thing.com.

Fashion credits: Runway photos in this post courtesy style.com except where noted.

Vibrant Vibe: Multicolor Fall Accessories!

Though there was a glut of gray on the runways for fall, designers have not abandoned color entirely... Accessories are splashed with multiple hues. The great news? The majority of these items can be worn year round! In the same way that CC is attempting to bring back the glove, she is trying to eradicate seasonal dressing! Of course, CC does not advocate less shopping; just more versatility in one’s wardrobe. Which of these pieces strikes your fancy??

First, fab footwear!

Above right: Manolo Blahnik striped ankle boot with lace-up back

Left: Miu Miu suede sandal with art deco detail

Manolo Blahnik multicolor skinny stripe ponyhair ankle boot with chartreuse lace-up closure

Giuseppe Zanotti tricolor pump, at net-a-porter.com

Roger Vivier Elastica beaded knee-high suede boot
Next, bejeweled brilliance!

John Galliano glass and enamel necklace - wow!!

Kenneth Jay Lane multi flower chain necklace shopbop.com

Tom Binns Swarovski crystal and rhodium double cross bracelet

Marni horn and resin floral cuff

Some extremely affordable options from Forever 21: zigzag bangle and . . .

beaded necklace, both under $10 at forever.com!

Ravishing wraps:
A Peace Treaty Rishon striped, woven cotton scarf. Go to shopbop.com to buy.

Louis Vuitton silk mousseline flower pattern scarf, at eLuxury.com

Finally: that's a handbag of a different color!!

Renaud Pellegrino leather Uma bag with cabochons

Right: Anna Sui glass beaded bag with fringe

Below right: L.A.M.B. Angel Jacquard Madeline clutch on sale at shopbop.com

CC isn't usually a fan of Le Sportsac, but this Tribeca tote has such a fun print, and comes with a removable nylon zippered pouch, for just $68 at shopbop.com! Great for the gym!!

Even easier on the wallet (and perhaps the eyes!) . . . this adorable wood frame Bahama flap bag, just $23.80 at Forever 21!

Fashion credits: photos via style.com, except where noted.

Circular Logic

Hope you all had a fashtastic weekend, darlings! For your viewing pleasure today, CC has ROUNDed up some of the best clothing and accessories using that old geometric form that has neither beginning nor end: the circle! I have mixed a few different seasons in here, so that those of you in the Southern Hemisphere won't feel left out!

Dolce & Gabbana circle print belt; runway photo at left from nymag.com
Derek Lam Resort 2009 striped shirtdress; photo via style.com

Javier Larráinzar velvet mini dress; runway image via Spanish Vogue




Fendi multi circle long dress; go to eLuxury.com to buy
Miss Sixty circle print dress, at asos.com

D&G polka dot belted mini dress, currently on sale at eLuxury.com

Tucker Beatrice 3/4 sleeve silk blouse, at pinkmascara.com

Balenciaga Resort 2009 deconstructed double polka-dot top; pic courtesy style.com

Moschino Cheap & Chic dot print coat, at Bergdorf Goodman

Roger Vivier Clous Clous cuff; picture courtesy style.com

J. Crew mod circles bracelet. Go to jcrew.com to purchase.

Herve Van der Straeten gold hoop necklace

Tory Burch suede Happy hobo

Fendi F35 frame bag with stone detail and chain strap style

Donna Karan suede peep toe pump with crystal studs

Gucci suede bootie with stud heel detail



Prada suede lace-up ankle boot.......................

Whether with arcs, polka dots, concentric circles, bubbles or rings, it's time to get in the round!

Photography credits: last 6 accessories photos courtesy style.com.