Chunky Sweater Layers

The weather in NYC has been so back and forth recently, bouncing between warm and cold, snowy and sunny. While last week I was able to wear a skirt with bare legs outdoors in tolerable 55 degree weather, today I am bundling up again layering with a cozy zip-detail sweater. A simple blue thermal makes a great base under itchy or open-knit sweaters and adds warmth with an appealing layered look. I could seriously wear this one every day on its own or layered because it is so comfy and fits so well! 

I added a few prints to the otherwise neutral look with the subtle leopard boots and striped clutch. What I really love about this bag is it's extreme versatility. It is both perfectly summery with its beachy stripe pattern, and equally appropriate in the winter since the colors are muted and urban.
We have experienced such a frigid weekend with negative wind chill temps so outfits like this are on repeat until the weather warms back up again...

Sweater: Anthropologie (available in pink). Thermal: Three Dots (crew neck version 25% off with code PRESDAY). Jeans: Hudson (20% off your first order!). Booties: Matisse (similar/similar). Earrings: similar. Bag: Ruche (similar 1/2). Lip: Lipstick Queen 'Frog Prince' (see my review here).

xoxo CC

Stripes and Skirts

The Little Orange Dress is now two years going! Last week was the official "blogiversary" but I am celebrating today with this dressy skirt and pink jacket look. I wore this top last week with a more casual outfit and edgier vibe by throwing a leather jacket over it, but today tucking it into a midi skirt with pink and cream tones it takes on a softer look. I love the tailored cut of this jacket and the soft pink shade, it's so romantic especially when paired with a skirt or dress. Wedge booties are the perfect addition this time of year for a dressy look while still keeping your toes covered! A neutral and pretty palette is both festive and wintery for celebrating two years of the blog this February.

Coat: Jessica Simpson (1/2). Top: Ruche (similar). Skirt: available here, also similar. Booties: DV. Bag: similar. Sunnies: Urban Outfitters. Necklace: J. Crew (old, similar).

xoxo, CC

Spring Favorites from Kate Spade

Licorice Heel and Dellie Wedge

Spring is right around the corner, and here in New York we can feel it already. Warmer days are already creeping in and even the groundhog says spring is on the way. It's hard to believe, but all the stores are getting in their spring collections already. At work, the racks are filling up with brighter colors and shorter sleeves. 

My favorite spring collection to look forward to (unsurprisingly if you follow me) is my beloved Kate Spade. Not only is their spring line always full of fun bright colors and prints, but their advertisements are adorable too! Ugh, they get me every time. Below is a round up of my favorite products from the line, which I would love to add to my wardrobe! While I am trying (trying) to save money I think one of those phone cases might need to be mine soon--my phone definitely needs a spring update, am I right?

Secret Admirer Heart Balloons Hallie

Cape Stripe Sequin Dress

Emerson Place Jessa

Jeweled Daisy iPhone 6 case and Jeweled Balloon Girl iPhone 6 case

Rose Intarsia Sweater

Initial Notebook and Initial Tumbler

Stripe Everyday Dress

xoxo, CC

{Faux} Leather and Fur

It's incredible how warm the weather has been in NYC this week... It's February and every day has been in the 50's! To celebrate not needing a big winter coat I decided to bring my black faux leather jacket out for a spin. To keep it wintery in vibe and add a touch of warmth I layered a faux fur vest over it. This layered look is one I've admired on other people but never tried before myself, and I really love the combo! Simples stripes and cuffed jeans keep the look casual yet chic. 

Even though the outfit is primarily black and white, the contrast of stripes and polka dots adds an element of interest and a statement necklace keeps the look girly with a touch of soft pink. I love the contrast of textures between the smooth jacket and the fluffy vest and the way that together they create the effect of a more wintery jacket than either could alone. 

Jacket: Zara. Fur vest: Chicwish. Top: Ruche (similar). Jeans: Gap. Booties: Nine West at DSW. Bag: Kate Spade. Necklace: Saks Off 5th. Lip: BareMinerals Cherries On Top.

xoxo, CC

Valentine's Outfit Inspiration

Just a little Valentine's Day outfit inspiration, since it's already February somehow!

I wanted to do a casual outfit, but something a little different from my regular 'jeans and sweater' look so I chose a pair of break-the-rules white jeans for a romantic feel. With an oversized knit sweater and furry scarf they still look appropriately wintery, and the slight distressing at the knees keeps them casual enough for day time wear. With a nod to Valentine's I picked a playful lip shaped clutch to dress up the look for date night, but the heels betray where my love truly lies.... dessert. Yes, those heels are covered in donuts! (Just give me a box of chocolates for Valentine's and I'll be a happy camper.) I love the way the printed heels and shaped clutch play against each other even though the motif is different they echo each other and create a playful and festive vibe. 

To polish off the look a few stacks of layered-looking rings and sheer lip gloss pull it all together and a warm wool coat keeps things toasty.

MANGO long sleeve top, $43 / Proenza Schouler camel coat, $620 / MANGO super skinny jeans, $57 / Multi-color pumps / Pink handbag / TomTom chevron jewelry, $175 / BaubleBar oversized jewelry / BaubleBar yellow gold ring / Michael Kors heart jewelry, $140 / Adrienne Landau tube scarf / Lancôme lip gloss makeup

xoxo CC