Showing posts with label rings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rings. Show all posts

Thursday, November 19, 2015

New England Fall


Fall in New England is beautiful with all the changing leaves creating bursts of color. I've discovered some old photos I took before moving to the city, that still speak to things I think are important for fall styling! For instance, I've talked for years about how blush pink is an unexpectedly perfect fall color, and I've really been wearing a lot of it this season. 

These photos were taken in the earlier stages of fall when the sky was a bright blue and plenty of greenery still remained. The colors of the natural fall landscape are the perfect inspiration for fall fashion color palettes. Taking my favorite blush pink as a starting point and adding gold and orange tones drawn from the foliage and blues inspired by the crisp sky create a balanced and seasonal outfit. Neutral clothing choices, like a pale pink base, allow for more experimenting in the accessories, and here I wanted to focus on how the accessories I chose were drawn from the colors in the natural landscape. Even the leaf shaped earrings tie in perfectly with a fall theme. We all draw inspiration from our surroundings and I think it is fun to expose that by photographing fashion and landscape side by side. 

While I am often known to complain about the cold and short days in the fall, it truly can be beautiful while the leaves change. Fall in New England is something I will surely miss when my parents fully move to California and I won't be visiting my "home state" so much anymore...


Skirt: H&M (love these 1/2/3/4). Jewelry: Vintage. Shoes: Matiko (similar 1/2). Nails: Sephora by OPI "Let's Plie" (discontinued, similar here, here).











xoxo, CC

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Suede Skirt


Button up skirts are a huge trend this fall, in suede or in denim. I happen to love the a-line fit of skirts like these (not gonna fly up in the wind, but not too tight either) so I went ahead and jumped on this trend band-wagon with a black suede version. Another trend that was huge this summer, the off-the-shoulder look, creeped its way into this outfit too. With such a simple and streamlined black and white outfit I tossed in some bolder accessories, like this chunky necklace, gold heeled sandals, and fringe bag. I wore this look while photographing street style at New York Fashion Week.

As you can see I've given in just a touch to the idea that fall is coming...


Suede skirt: Olivaceous (more options 1/2/3). Top: H&M (1/2). Bag: Rebecca Minkoff. Shoes: Ellen Tracy. Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters. Necklace: J. Crew (1/2). Bracelets: handmade in Senegal.






xoxo CC

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Jaguar


The latest addition to my jewelry collection: this jaguar ring. 
It is fierce, stylish, unique, and definitely a statement maker. The jewelry designer who made the ring for me told me that the jaguar symbolizes confidence, agility and strength, all great qualities to be reminded of on a daily basis. 

To bring that fearless quality into the rest of my outfit I decided to wear this black jumpsuit. Despite its excessive comfort it took an extra boost of confidence to wear a bold one-piece like this. Rounding out the look with wedge sandals and a soft moto jacket maintained the bold yet feminine vibe. 

Whenever I say the word 'jaguar' to myself I always think of it with the British pronunciation, ever since watching season 5 of Mad Men when they get the account for Jaguar cars after their merger with a British company. It sounds so funny pronounced that way that it always makes me smile!
(And then cringe a little bit remembering that character's demise...)


Jumpsuit: Michael Stars. Sandals: Franco Sarto. Jacket: bebe. Jaguar Ring: by Jeanne Ruland. Bracelets: H&M. Necklace: kate spade. Bag: kate spade. Earrings: Banana Republic. Nails: Sally Hansen "Lacey Lilac."






xoxo, CC

Monday, March 30, 2015

Edgy Side


My personal style tends to be characterized by fun girly pieces, but sometimes (and especially living in this city) my edgy side likes to come out. Faux leather, a slouchy sweater, and angular earrings create a slightly toughened outfit vibe, but the sweet monogrammed necklace, crochet lace, and striped bag soften the look just enough for my style. I couldn't wait until warmer weather to wear this new lace-trimmed crop top, so pairing it with a high waisted leather skirt (last seen here) makes it seasonably appropriate for a 50 degree day in March. The gray, black, and white color scheme matched the overcast day and city sidewalks, feeling very New York!


Skirt: H&M (1/2/3). Top: Zara. Sweater: H&M. Booties: Nine West. Bag: Ruche (1/2/3). Necklace: BaubleBar. Earrings: BaubleBar. Nails: L'Oreal "Orange You Jealous?"





xoxo, CC

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Feelin' 25


I celebrated turning 25 over the weekend! For festivities I had some friends over to my apartment for a little party and I treated myself to a little shopping too. I don't know how this always happens, but somehow I didn't end up taking any pictures with my friends that night! So I snapped a few later to recap this quarter-century celebration. 

For my party I cooked up some delicious snacks including guacamole, bacon-fat popcorn, and cupcakes with chocolate ganache frosting. I wore a pretty blue cutout dress that has been in my closet for quite a while waiting for an occasion to call its name. I complimented it with gold eyeshadow to match my gold nails, pink lips, and a wristful of armcandy. 

On my actual birthday I took myself on a little shopping trip to H&M and to Kate Spade to get these super fun glitter Keds. How cute are these, though? After trying several brands of cute little sneakers such as Superga and Gola, I've concluded that Keds are by far the most comfortable for my feet. So, when they make a Kate Spade glitter version, how could I not get them? And then, my lovely roommate got me a pair of Kate Spade earrings too! All in all it was a good birthday, and I am excited for this next year! 


Dress: Isle of You boutique (similar, similar). Glitter sneakers: Keds for Kate Spade. Earrings: Kate Spade (similar)
Gold eyeshadow: Bare Minerals "true gold." Blush: Bare Minerals "charm." Lipstick: NYC "Blossom."









"I don't know about you but I'm feelin' twenty(five)"
-T Swift (and me)

xoxo, CC

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Loving Lately

Recently I've been all about: 

Taylor Swift's new album, 1989. On repeat. Named after my own birth year, Swifty and I are turning 25 in just a few days (me) and weeks (her). Downloading the album the very day it came out this week was just a little early birthday present to myself! My favorite song on the album right now is Blank Space, what's yours?


Rings. I recently bought this  pretty crisscross one and have been lusting after more delicate and statement pieces, such as this Gorjana, and this one from Ruche.





Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins. These are one of my absolute favorite fall treats. I'm making my second batch of the season tomorrow :) Recipe here.



Ann Taylor. A shop that just a few years ago I never would have imagined to have "cool" clothes. I was recently drawn into a store by their trendy window displays and was pleasantly rewarded. Some of my favorite pieces? This skirt and this skirt that I tried on, this silky peach top, sequin sweater,  and gorgeous winter coat.



Dark purple nail polish. Such as No More Film by Essie and Plum's the Word from Sally Hansen. I've gotten so many compliments on the Sally Hansen one, which I'm wearing in the photo!  


What has you all excited lately?