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.

I believe in peace, bitch!

Couture Carrie can’t help but quote the Tori Amos song, to express her skepticism at this self-conscious “hippie”. Sure, we all want to be comfy and hug everyone, but the look hardly carries the same weight that it did 40 years ago when love-ins outnumbered celeb gossip sites. Yikes, CC is jaded!

Here are some samples of the bohemian rhapsody that is finding its way into our closets of late.

CC abhors the phrase “maxi dress”, but it seems to have caught on, so . . . here’s a strapless T-Bags version (upper right) in a sensational print. Go to shopbop.com

Alternatively, try the far less expensive Victoria’s Secret halter dress. It also comes in a floral print, and it’s just $75! Visit victoriassecret.com.
If you’re still not sold on the long frock, the short boho options are limitless. CC has four picks, arranged from most to least expensive. First, there is Poleci's silk ink bleed printed tunic dress, pictured at left and available at asos.com.

Second, simply swoon at the sight of this Dallin Chase print silk Graham dress, with glorious details like pintucking, contrast stitching, ruching, on-seam pockets, and an open back! At shopbop.com, where it is currently on sale!

Or, more affordable, go for this Banana Republic patterned v-neck frock pictured at left. Light and airy, perfect for a sultry summer evening.
CC is also liking this strapless smocked chiffon dress with sunburst floral designs . . . and it’s just $22 at Forever 21!
And yes, like it or not, the peasant top is back. I like this Joie Summer Rain cotton-gauze tunic with tassel ties because it can easily double as a chic beach cover-up when the boho trend again falls out of favor (photo at right via shopbop.com).
Forever 21 has a short-sleeve version in sheer floral chiffon, with a drawstring waist. So cute with some high-waisted bell-bottom trousers!

Tie-dye is a quintessential form of hippie expression, but pray don’t do it with a tee. Instead, opt for this TDM Design Maison Sun tie dye wrinkled chiffon scarf. It is truly elegant, with wool banding and ruching throughout. At shopbop.

There is a glut of peace-sign adorned accessories on the market right now, but CC favors a less literal approach. How hippie chic is this silver and leather Jill Platner Stix bracelet? Go to jillplatner.com to buy.

Whatever you do, don't be afraid to GET CREATIVE with this postmodern hippie trend. CC knows that runway often doesn't translate to real way, but this Wunderkind look at right, with breezy patterned dress and sandals with bright socks is a fashion DO, in CC's humble opinion. Let the love-in begin!

HEAD GAMES

The options are limitless for crown adornment these days. While Mary-Kate Olsen was lambasted for wearing the Marc Jacobs Jazzercise-inspired headband pictured above in a recent W Magazine spread, she was ahead of the fashion curve and should be applauded! Below, HEADGEAR REDUX:

THE TIARA: overused by brides, pageant winners, and royalty; underused by the rest of us! Would that we could get our hands on the fabulous pieces worn at the recent Chanel Couture show (runway detail photo at right courtesy style.com)!

HEADBAND: the Stacey Lapidus three-row crystal band (above left) is very Blair Waldorf - try it! Go to http://staceylapidus.com/insideha1.cfm. Couture Carrie also enjoy the SATC-ified the Jane Tran flower/feather version, pictured at left.

WRAP: whether DIY or J. Crew "no-hassle" (pictured at right and available in a variety of preppy patterns at jcrew.com), the headscarf is an excellent summer solution, whether your problem is overheating, frizz, or chemically-treated, sun-phobic tresses.