Pretty Pumps

Some SS ’10 stunners and a bevy of bodacious buys in stores now! From floral wedges at Erdem to metallic round-toe pumps at Peter Som, it seems that anything goes for Spring 2010 footwear!
Runway photos via style.com except where noted.
Erdem
Lanvin
Marc Jacobs
Michael Kors; this and next three via nymag.com
Peter Som
Ports 1961
Ralph Lauren
Roksanda Ilincic
Rosa Cha; this and next via nymag.com
United Bamboo
Zac Posen (this and next two)

Elizabeth and James Risky Ruffle pumps; this and next five at shopbop.com.
Dolce Vita Trinity studded suede hidden platform pumps.
L.A.M.B. Z-Project satin platform pumps.
Rock & Republic Jolene T Strap two tone suede pumps.
Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain suede zipper pumps.
Vera Wang Lavender Label Sherry peep toe platform pumps.
Brian Atwood Wagner rivet suede pumps; this and next six at net-a-porter.com.
Emilio Pucci cobalt blue patent leather peep toes.
Marni satin square-toe pumps.
Christian Louboutin Rolando 120 patent leather pumps.
Jimmy Choo Nicci suede and leather peep toes.
Valentino Diamanté-embellished peep toes.
Yves Saint Laurent Tribtoo patent leather pumps.
Patty pump, at irregularchoice.com.
Asos Pretty grosgrain diamanté heeled shoes; this and next at asos.com.
Reiss Roxette animal print pointed court shoe.
Icône studded suede shoes, at farfetch.com.
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi satin pump with rhinestone detail; this and next at barneys.com.
Prada purple suede buckle Mary Jane.
Maison Martin Margiela net classic heel, at lagarconne.com.
Tell CC, darlings: which shoes strike your fancy?
xoxox,
CC

Garden Party Glam

Get garden glamorous, darlings! Plan a tempting tea party for your gal pals and be sure you have all the essentials!
First photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Fashion Moment.
Vogue, September 2003 by Mario Testino.
Italian Vogue, August 2005 by Steven Meisel.
Set the scene with this inviting Chesapeake sectional from potterybarn.com.
Select your attire. Think flirty florals, full skirts, and awesome aprons!
Runway inspiration: Betsey Johnson, via nymag.com.

CC adores this Wink Stella print dress. Available at winkNYC.com.
Erin Wasson for RVCA silk floral dress, at ronherman.com.
Betsey Johnson gingham sundress, at revolveclothing.com.
Nanette Lepore painted rose dress; this and next at shopbop.com.
Caroline Hedaya strapless polka dot party dress.
Catherine Malandrino embroidered cotton dress, at net-a-porter.com.
Purlieu neon dress, at 80spurple.com.
Elizabeth & James Boudier dress, at ronherman.com.
Little Miss Sew frill-back bodice dress, at asos.com.
Rory Beca silk floral trapeze dress, at intermixonline.com.
Lauren by Ralph Lauren Patsy dress, at Bloomingdales.com.
Mink Pink bow-back floral dress, at pixiemarket.com.
For fab and practical footwear, opt for a wedge or a flat.
Stella McCartney hemp espadrille wedge, at intermixonline.com.
Deal of the Day: Rhine wedge $49.99 at wantedshoes.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs pink flat sandals, at couturezappos.com.
Stow your handkerchief and lip gloss in a chic clutch:
Karen Millen clutch at asos.com.
Fendi floral box clutch, at net-a-porter.com.
CC also loves this Cacharel cotton handbag, at aloharag.com.
Bring out the fine china for your guests. Chelsea Flowers dishes at rosannainc.com.
Jason Miller bone china teacup and saucer. Visit thefutureperfect.com.
Miller Harris teas at millerharris.com.
Elenis daisy and ladybug cookies, to order at elenis.com.
The hostess should always wear a fabulous apron!
Miu Miu apron featured in Vogue, March 2009.
Go to anthropologie.com for these three.
Haute Hostess apron by Elizabeth Scokin, at hautehostessaprons.com.
Last look: Bazaar, 1995.
One lump or two, darlings?
xoxox,
CC