Classics

Happy March!

I wore this look on an adventure downtown to see the kate spade home pop up store in Soho. I don't make it downtown very often, but I love the architecture and some of the neighborhoods you can find in lower Manhattan. I was in the mood to wear stripes and a cuddly fur vest, but I wanted to add a little color too, so my kate spade gumdrop earrings were the perfect addition. Polka dots and stripes are classic prints that pair nicely together, and I added ripped jeans to update the look. A slight orangey lip gloss nods to the coral earrings and adds a touch of color.

The kate spade home store is gorgeous, and I want absolutely everything in it (but I was pretty good, I only made one small purchase!). And don't worry, I took tons of pics-- I have a post coming your way very soon!

Even though it was beautiful and sunny, it was SO windy yesterday that my hair was flying all over the place and my ears turned bright red from the cold! A high pony was the best I could do to keep my hair under control and looking somewhat chic.

Top: H&M (similar). Vest: Chicwish. Jacket: Tulle. Bag: kate spade (striped, floral). Earrings: kate spade. Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters. 

xoxo CC

Matchy Matchy

I had a stranger on the street ask me if my favorite color was purple, since my jeans and puffer matched so well! I had to laugh, for though the colors do look very similar next to each other (whoops), the jeans are more of a burgundy-red to my eye. 

I am not usually a fan of being super matchy matchy, I try to avoid wearing the same shade on top and bottom, and I often have a lot of different colors going on in my outfit. Today though I ended up pairing matching oatmeal colored top layers with rich wine-hued jeans and jacket. This color scheme is fairly neutral, but not entirely colorless! A fun polka dotted bag, sassy ring, and gold leaf earrings help to keep the look anything but boring. Btw, this oversize flowy top has been on repeat lately. It is super comfortable and easy, and pairs perfectly with leggings as well as jeans! 

Just after I finished up taking photos it started to snow giant beautiful snowflakes! Wouldn't that have been pretty to capture. 

Top: H&M (similar, similar). Vest: here (similar). Pants: Jbrand. Bag: Kate Spade (dots, leopard, similar). Booties: Steve Madden. Ring: Gorjana. Earrings: vintage. Necklace: Target.

xoxo, CC

Loving Lately: Winter 2015

My stylish obsessions lately:

Fur vests. I love how they've taken on new roles being worn over jackets and in all sorts of creative ways. Faux or real, they add a little glam to any outfit, and keep you toasty warm while looking chic. I am still searching for the perfect one at the perfect price, but in the meantime I found this faux fur stole that creates a vest-like look from the front. I love that it can be worn as a scarf, wrap, or layering piece. 

Love these options for fur vests: 1/2/3/4

Kate Spade raccoon collection. I know I'm a little late to the game on this one, since what's left of the collection is now on sale, but hey, who doesn't love a deal? I saw the raccoon theme accessories a few months back and fell in love with the sweet whimsy of it. The cute little guy even has stars in his eyes! Check out how adorable the iPhone case, iPad sleeve (could totally be used as a clutch too), coin purse, and faux fur hat are. There was a knit hat, scarf and ballet flats in the raccoon set as well, but they seem to be gone from the site by now. Notice in the sale section the devil theme items as well, and the whimsical train bags (1/2/3/4/5)! I just love how creative and fun-loving Kate Spade always is.

Touch screen gloves. Such a life-saver. When it's this freezing cold out and I have blocks and blocks to walk each day to work, gloves are necessary. But what about when I have to check something on my phone while I'm on the go? Checking directions, answering a quick text, or even changing the song playing in my headphones are are all so much easier to do when I have my handy dandy touchscreen gloves on. I don't have to take them off (a hassle when your hands are full) or freeze my fingers to check my phone quickly. And look how fun some of these gloves are too (1/2/3/4)! I have the Verloop color block ones, and they're just so darn cute!

Check out my instagram for a glimpse at how I styled some of these items!

Anything you've got your eye on lately?

xoxo, CC

Fall Essentials 2014

Now that October is here, fall is really getting underway. My Fall Essentials list for 2014 is full of pretty earthy tones, cozy layers, and fun accessories. Some of the things on this list are ones that I've recently purchased in anticipation of these crisp days, and some are my wishlist items for the season. But, they're all basics you may already have in your closet! All in all this list comprises my top picks and essentials for a cozy, practical, and fashionable fall. Fall is not my favorite season, but I can't say I don't get excited about shopping for and then wearing cozy sweaters, cute booties, and cool jackets.

I have been wanting a good quality leather jacket for some time, and I really love the way that lighter colors such as blush, tan, and pale pink soften the edginess of the biker style. It also helps to keep the color palette light, since the trendy tones tend to get darker as we get closer to winter. Pretty jewel tones and light neutrals are my other favorite colors for this time of year. I am so in love with the deep jewel blue color of the new Rebecca Minkoff bags. The beauty pictured below is definitely on my wishlist…

Layers are important in this transitional weather, as it can be quite cold in the morning, and warm up during the day, and the temps can be so different even from one day to the next. Chambray shirts, cute fuzzy vests, and sweaters are the perfect layers over the skirts and tshirts we've been wearing all summer. Add a touch of shiny gold to this color palette to really make it pop. Besides an excuse to shop for new wardrobe essentials, I am also looking forward to cozying up in these outfits with a warm cup of tea and a homemade pumpkin chocolate chip muffin :) 

Fall 2014

Some more links for options:

Blush colored leather jacket: Vince Camuto at Nordstrom. Faux versions : option, option

Statement booties--how about a touch of leopard?: DSW, Nordstrom, Sole Society, Pixie Market

Chambray: Rails,  J. Crew

Casual fall skirt: H&M option, option.

Fuzzy vest: option, option, option

Cross-body bag in fall colors: Rebecca Minkoff, option.

Fuzzy sweater: H&M option, option, option

Girly, flirty sweaters: option, Ruche

Shiny gold earrings: Banana Republic, 14k at JC Penny

xoxo, CC

Fuzzy Vest, Leopard Boots

This outfit is perfect for the transition to fall: it was warm enough for a t-shirt during the day, but cool enough for the vest in the evening. When I laid eyes on this vest I knew I couldn't leave the store without it. It was more than I had planned on spending that day, but it was too perfect to pass up. I've had my eye out for faux fur vests that don't look cheap or plasticy, and it's harder than you'd think to find one that is in my budget! I fell in love with this sherpa one immediately. It has such a casual chic look to it, especially paired with a cute heeled bootie. 

Speaking of these booties…. I'm obsessed with the faded leopard print. I was considering a true leopard bootie but was afraid it might be too bold for my style: and then I saw these. My size was the only pair that was faded as much as these are (the others were more evenly printed) but I love this look the best. Lucky it worked out that way! And these will go with so many outfits, from skirts to wintery wear. I'm starting to feel like a true city girl in this outfit!

Vest: Think Closet (available here). Booties: DSW. Tee: H&M (similar). Jeans: H&M. Bracelet: Ruche. 

xoxo, CC