Red Orange

You know in the jumbo box of Crayola crayons how there is a color called "red orange" and one called "orange red"? I always wondered what the heck the difference was (and why they couldn't come up with more creative names), but this sweater dress definitely falls somewhere in the red/orange spectrum of shades. It's fun to wear dresses in the winter layered with tights and boots, as long as it's not too cold. Adding a touch of leopard breaks up the bright hue and vintage gold earrings keep it chic.

I love the effect of the textures in the tights with the fine-knit sweater dress and the sleek boots. A touch of red orange lip color to match makes a nice finishing touch.

Sweater dress: J Crew Factory (similar color). Tights: American Eagle (similar, leggings). Boots: ModCloth, old (similar). Belt: Garnet Hill. Earrings: vintage. Bracelet: Kate Spade. Lip gloss: Mary Kay "Mango Tango"

xoxo, CC

Life Lately

If you haven't been keeping up with my instagram lately, here's what you've missed! I've been dressing for the absurdly variant weather, finding fun little accessories to treat myself, and even got a new hair cut! 

image 1:: Jeans: Machine. Ring: Gorjana.

image 2:: Sweater: Soft Joie. Headband: Gap Factory. Socks: H&M (similar). iPhone case: Kate Spade. Faux sheepskin rug: Ikea. 

image 3:: New bangs! 

image 4:: snow at home on Thanksgiving

image 5 & 6:: Exploring Central Park in late October. Sneakers: Gola via ModCloth. Vest: similar. Top: H&M. Earrings: Banana Republic.

Hope you enjoyed this post! 

xoxo, CC

Leather Weather

For a trendy spin on casual I swapped out the usual simple black leggings for faux leather jeggings with my flannel shirt. The sheen of the trendy faux leather helped dress up the outfit a little bit (since clearly flannel and a teeshirt with leggings is a lazy, comfy go-to) and the heel on the booties enhanced that vibe too. That way I can be perfectly comfy without looking "lazy." Just a little upgrade-trade or adding a trendy touch can make even your favorite simple outfit that much more chic. 

Faux leather jeggings: H&M (similar). Tshirt: Ruche, last seen here! Flannel: Rails (similar). Booties: Steve Madden via TJ Maxx (this season's version).

xoxo, CC

Thanksgiving Sparkle

Just a quick outfit inspiration with Thanksgiving in mind! I wanted to put together something a little dressy but still totally comfy for sitting around the house with the inevitable stuffed-belly football and National dog-show watching that will go on. This outfit is totally comfortable but the sparkle on the top adds a little something extra and festive.

I love that I can find high end trends at affordable prices at H&M, such as this top. Several people asked me if it was from J. Crew, since they are known for this style, but no, I was able to score the look for half the price at trusty H&M!  The colors of the outfit ended up being rather Christmasy, so this could also be worn to a holiday party.

Have a happy Thanksgiving everyone! 

Top: H&M, also cute. (J. Crew version, also adorable). Skirt: Splendid (similar fit, similar color). Booties: Nine West via DSW. Bag: Emma Fox via TJ Maxx (similar). Earrings: Kate Spade. Jacket: Tulle (check out their Black Friday sale, that's when I got this jacket last year, total steal!).

xoxo, CC

Cozy Monday

Rainy, rainy Monday…. All I want when the weather is gross is to be dressed comfortably in something cozy. This forest green military-inspired sweater was my solution to that desire. Not only is it warm and cozy but it is certainly not boring thanks to its structured fit and brass-toned buttons. The deep shade of green looked nice layered with crisp white and brass toned jewelry, but also called for some lace and a touch of sparkle to keep things feminine and fun.

I acquired this sweater on my semester abroad in college studying in France during one of the coldest and snowiest winters they'd had in a while. Anyone who's studied abroad knows how hard it is to pack everything you need for an entire semester into just one or two suitcases, especially when you like to have options, as I do. So naturally as it got to be winter I was freezing constantly, mostly because my room at my host family's home was not very well heated or insulated, and I didn't have enough warm clothes with me to combat the cold (sweaters and coats take up too much precious suitcase-space!). Of course, that meant only one, thing: I had to go out and buy more warm sweaters. I was successful at Zara and scored the one featured here, and a great button-down 'grandpa' sweater with elbow patches. Even four years later they are still some of my favorite sweaters when the temps start to get chilly!

Sweater: Zara, old (same color sweater) Lace top: H&M (similar in long sleeved). Rain Boots: Chooka at DSW. Earrings: Kate Spade. Necklace: Dogeared.

xoxo, CC