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Bean Bag Boss


A bean bag chair is a contemporary home decorating item that adds a unique tone to any room it’s put into. There are lots of ways to implement one into an interior design which include the obvious use of an extra soft lounging chair in front of an entertainment unit. However, if we’d stopped there we’d be promulgating the notion that bean bag chairs are a one trick cliché, when actually they can be a tried and true element of anyone’s home décor and work in almost any room or situation. There are of course the round bean bag chairs that everyone is familiar with, but what you may not be aware of is the different sizes and shapes that bean bag chairs can come in. 
A flat square is versatile because they can be molded into a variety of shapes for different purposes. First of all, they can be used as a large pillow to lay supine in, and the concept of a coffee table ringed with these is particularly decadent. They can also be laid on their end seams to create a few different kinds of armchairs or even as a kind of saddle to sit in as a stool when posture and poise come into play. There are also bean bag sofas and ottomans to consider, and of course arraying all of these in combination is where the fun starts to begin.
Some people seem to think that bean bag chairs are appropriate for a child’s room, but while they’re definitely less serious than a straight backed chair, they can be make part of a room that is every bit as sophisticated, productive, or sexy ;). The correct positioning, fabric choice, and colour coding need to be taken into consideration to achieve the effect you desire.
xoxox,
CC

CC Loves...

Darlings, here are just a few of the things that CC is loving right now...
Lulu Frost crystal and resin drop earrings, at net-a-porter.com.

Suzanna Dai Astoria drop earrings, at anthropologie.com.

Michael Michael Kors Hamilton large textured-leather tote, at net-a-porter.com.

Jonathan Adler jute scooter pouch, at shopbop.com.   CC just bought!

Nicholas Kirkwood patent leather-trimmed satin sandals, at net-a-porter.com ~ spectacular!

Stella McCartney Louvre zebra-patterned canvas ankle boots, at theOutnet.com.

Draped chiffon jacket, at nastygal.com. 
David Lerner strapless dress with leather panel, at shopbop.com.

Pierre Balmain asymmetrical ruched dress, at nordstrom.com.

Yoana Baraschi Sunblaze lace dress, at anthropologie.com.

MyMela Farzana placemat set at mymela.com...  CC has and adores!
How gorgeous is this blue print?
Can't wait to have a dinner party for six and show these off...
All items at MyMela are handcrafted by Indian artisans.


Essie nail polish in Secret Stash, at beautystoponline.com ~ CC has and adores!
And CC highly recommends Beauty Stop Online - amazing prices and fabulous customer service.

Lovely lace; this photo via Fellow Fashionista Ruby Mines.
What are you currently craving, darlings?
xoxox,
CC

The Best in Garden Furniture


Summer is coming around, and this means that you need to begin unearthing your garden furniture from the cobwebs which accumulated over the winter. It’s always a shock how dirty, broken and rotten your garden furniture gets when it’s locked away, and often it’s better to pick up a few new pieces than to make do with neglected items. 

So, as your petunias start to bloom and you finish mowing your lawn in preparation for the emergence of the summer sun, consider investing in some of these key pieces of garden furniture to make the most of the weather.

Sun loungers
The importance of good sun loungers in the garden can never be underestimated. It would be an absolute crime if you were forced to make do with traditional wooden chairs that offer nowhere near the same level of comfort, so they are well worth the investment. 

The style of sun lounger you decide upon will largely depend on the space you have to accommodate it and your budget. Take the time to work out exactly where you’ll place it and how much money you are willing to spend.

Garden benches
Garden benches are a great way to create seating solutions that cater for more than one person. Perfect around a wooden garden table or hidden away in a shaded corner that offers a little peace and quiet, garden benches give you the freedom to reorganise your garden according to your needs.

Swing seats
Swing seats are great for those long afternoons in the sun when all you need is a cold drink, a good book and something to gently rock you back and forth into total relaxation. Available in a variety of new intriguing designs, a well-designed swing seat can become the centrepiece of a wonderful garden. 

Hammocks
A great way to keep the kids occupied – or to relax in comfort yourself – hammocks don’t need to be large or complicated to work well. If you don’t have the confidence to try and construct one yourself, take a browse through those available online. You’ll be sure to find a hammock that suits your needs. 


xoxox,
CC

Couture Closets

Darlings, GP is building CC a walk-in closet!
CC is designing it, so these celebrity wardrobes are a wonderful source of inspiration.
CC is especially digging the round settee in Nanette Lepore's walk-in.
And the step ladders in Christina Aguilera's and Eva Longoria's closet are pretty cool, too.
Which closet are you coveting?
xoxox,
CC
Images via Google.
P.S. The winner of CC's Poppy Tree Frames Giveaway is the lovely Amber ~ happy shopping!












Poppy Tree Frames Giveaway!


Darlings, CC is so excited to introduce you to Poppy Tree Frames, a lovely line of unique and expertly crafted picture frames to make your home as fabulously fashionable as you are!  Here's a bit about the company from the website: "Poppy Tree Frames sells custom, hand made picture frames. We offer 18 frame styles in 42 colors and 49 prints.  At Poppy Tree Frames, we absolutely love and take great pride in what we do. We love to design and create art that will complement our customer’s pictures and homes. Our goal is to provide such incredible products and excellent service that our customers will be excited to come back to us and share us with their friends and family."

All items at poppytreeframes.com.

August frame.

Clover Strata frame.

Orchid frame.

Oval frame.


Regal frame.

Fabulous news, darlings!  CC and Poppy Tree Frames have a $30.00 Gift Voucher to give away to one lucky CC reader, to use toward the purchase of one of these fun, fantastic frames!
Seven Day Giveaway: To enter, simply "like" Poppy Tree Frames on Facebook and leave a comment on this post telling CC that you have done so.  
For an extra entry, leave a wall post on Poppy Tree's Facebook page mentioning this giveaway.
International Fellow Fashionistas welcome (but will have to pay their own shipping costs).
Good luck, darlings!
xoxox,
CC 

CC Loves...

Darlings, here are just a few of the little lovely that CC is smitten with right now!
This Undrest Rio caged back bandeau bikini, at shopbop.com.
These Colin Stuart Supermodel pumps, at victoriassecret.com. CC wants that teal pair!
These Raphael Young leather-trimmed suede ankle boots, at theOutnet.com.
This Naeem Khan gown from the Fall 2012 collections, pictured via style.com.
This pretty peach gown pictured via Fellow Fashionista Caroline of Patagonia Gifts. Anyone know the designer?
This Camilla wrap dress caftan, at intermixonline.com. What a ravishing resort piece!
This Asos tulip dress in hexagon print, at asos.com.
This Junya Watanabe Comme de Garcons cape sleeve trench, at barneys.com.
This Bryant blazer, at nastygal.com. CC needs!
This 10 Crosby Derek Lam striped jacket, at neimanmarcus.com.
This Tabitha doily lapel coat that CC just bought at anthropologie.com.
This Boy. by Band of Outsiders bandage skirt, at barneys.com.
These Washborn colorblock skinny pants, at shopbop.com. CC just bought!
This Erickson Beamon Bette Davis Eyes staggered crystal panel collar, at barneys.com.
These wonderful waves: Sienna Miller pictured via Fellow Fashionista Cheap & Chic.
This Diane von Furstenberg vintage collection Saffiano iPhone case, at shopbop.com.




These Trasparenze Nairobi zebra patterned tights from AlexBlake.com. CC has and adores... These tights are so gorgeous and beautifully constructed! CC has already worn them once to rave reviews. Darlings, CC highly recommends both this terrific pair of tights and the wonderful online retailer Alex Blake.
This Alexa zebra rug from overstock.com that CC just bought for her new walk-in closet. Can you tell that CC is a smidge smitten with zebra prints these days?!
This Cotswald bench ottoman, at anthropologie.com.
What are you currently crushing on?
xoxox,
CC

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