Pom Pom

I received this hat as a Christmas gift from my dearest friend. You may have sent the photo already on the C&C Instagram account....

I'm totally in love with it. While the color way I have is no longer available...

They do still have this one, and it's on sale.

Pommed Lodge Beanie

So if you need something cute and cozy to keep your head warm....this hat is pretty awesome! 

Currently Coveting

I saw these shoes last week at a trip to Anthropologie. I'm seriously about one click away from them being mine. I found them on a variety of sites and am just hoping I can find a good deal so I don't feel guilty buying a pair of shoes I don't really need. 

Latigo Milly Sandal 

Sun Sun Sun let it Shine

Remember these sunglasses Katie and I bought from Anthropologie nearly two years ago (post here)? I know many of you remember them because you went out and bought them too. Great minds think alike! 

To this day I get more compliments on those sunnies than any pair I have ever owned. I was on the Anthropologie website earlier this week and found some sunnies that are nearly as fabulous. 

 What I love about their sunglasses is that they are all reasonably priced. Paying over $100 for sunglasses is just ridiculous, especially when they get dropped, scratched, buried inside my purse, etc.

What I Wore

If you follow C&C on Instagram, you may have seen this photo I posted on Friday night. My +1 and I went out to dinner with friends, and it was the perfect opportunity to wear the new striped shirt I recently bought at Anthropologie (on sale for $30)! 

I paired it with my Joe Fresh (from JCP) shorts (similar here), Manolo Blahnik cork wedges, the Danielle Nicole Zelie clutch that Katie blogged about just yesterday (post here) and an Angela Caputi Chainlink bracelet. 

I always feel so silly taking pictures of myself to share "What I Wore", but I continue to do it, despite feeling completely ridiculous.

I wish I'd taken a photo of the back of the shirt because it has a really cool gold exposed zipper.

So Many Choices

I'm on the hunt for a new chambray shirt to add to my collection. My +1 bought me one from Land's End Canvas a few years ago, but somehow it ended up with a permanent stain on it. While the spot is not large, it's still noticeable, so I feel like it's time for another one. 

Here are some of the shirts I am considering. 

 Gap $49.95

Lands End $59 

Anthropologie $88

J Crew $78

Ralph Lauren $79.50

So many choices. Do you have a favorite chambray shirt?

Let the Sunshine In

You may remember a few months ago I posted about some amazing sunglasses from Anthropologie. Remember these?

Well, so many of you bought them, they are sold out. Truth be told, I bought two pairs just in case I lose or break one. While you can't get these anymore, Anthropologie has so many cute sunnies. All of these are under $50!

Aqua Tort Sunglasses $38.00

Windward Tort Sunglasses $38.00

Sea Song Cat-Eye Sunglasses $38.00

Brigitte Cutout Shades $48.00

Summer is nearly here and every girl needs a new pair of sunnies. My pick would be the Winward Tort Sunglasses. Which would you choose?

Reader Request- A Maid of Honor Dress

This week's "Reader Request" is from C&C follower Lydia, who is a total fashionista in her own right. This gal has style, so when she wrote requesting the help of C&C with a Maid of Honor dress, I knew this would be a big challenge, with some serious pressure to deliver. 

First, let's talk the details of the wedding. It's at an uber cool venue in New Orleans and the bride has asked Lydia to be her only attendant. Knowing her BFF well, and that she has such great taste, the bride gave no restrictions on the dress. Talk about confidence!

Let's start with this AMAZING dress. Ironically, I found this dress and sent it to Lydia, only to find out it was already a front runner. Her only reservation is the length, as she isn't quite as leggy as this model (as if any of us are)! Good news, it also comes in petite. It will be hard to find something to top this (at least "on paper"), but I am going to try.

Anthropologie Rubied Dusk Dress $298

I was purusing Shopbop and came across this stunning Zimmermann dress. If she wants a solid dress in a more muted shade, this would be perfect!

Zimmermann Draped Dress $310

In that same color "family" is this ASOS dress. It's a stretch poly blend, which isn't the most fabulous of fabrics and could look really cheap in person, but the draping is a definite statement! 

It also comes in the blue/black combo. 

ASOS Origami Bonded Mini Dress $101.85

While we are talking solids, I LOVE this open back peplum dress. It's "ceremony" in the front and "reception" in the back! The "pink grapefruit" would be a lovely pop of color!

AQ AQ Open Back Structured Peplum Dress $277.79

This Coast Eva Halter Dress from ASOS is stunning. I LOVE the color, the draping and the beaded neckline. I want this dress!

Coast Eva Halter Dress $138.89

And, as always, there is Rent the Runway. There are so many fabulous frocks to choose from, so I decided to stick to prints. Lydia is no wall flower. This girl can pull off just about anything. She would look incredible in all of these dresses.

And if they don't make the cut for the wedding, they would also be great for a rehearsal dinner! The prices are right too...all but the Milly dress rent for $30-$50 (it's $75).

Shoshanna Barbara Dress 

Milly Hologram Dress 

Slate and Willow Derek Dress 

Tibi Reality Versus Dream Dress 

Tibi Rocco Mini Shift Dress

Truth be told, I have a wedding coming up in May, and all of these dresses are on my short list! 

Copying is a Compliment

Earlier this week one of my clients came into the barre3 studio in these amazing sunnies! 

I was pleasantly surprised to find out they are from Anthropologie. 

Color Tort Sunglasses $38

I was even more ecstatic to find out they only cost $38! DEAL DONE! I quickly shared them with my bestie (Katie, of course), and she too had to get a pair. 

They say copying is a compliment! So, copy away! Stay tuned for some "What We Wore" posts with our fabulous new shades!

What I Wore

A friend pinned this photo on pinterest.  It's a photo from the Blog In Honor of Design. 

When I saw it, I knew immediately that I was going to use it as inspiration for my own mix of gingham and stripes. Damn, she makes it look good. This is no small challenge, but here is my best attempt. I've decided that headless photos are the way to go since I never like the look on my face. :) And something better than an IPhone would probably make this look way better...

What do you think?

1) Gingham shirt from H&M (old) last seen here 2) J Crew Sailor Tee (other color here) 3) J Brand Jeans 4) Oliphant bauble Necklace (more info here) and 5) Anthropologie Schuler & Sons Wound Barra boot (sold out but on ebay here)

My Christmas Wish List

My want list is ever growing, but here is what I am currently wishing for this Christmas.

Oliver Bonas Cashmere Blend Eyemask $24.19

A Nixon rose gold watch (I like both)

The Spur $300

The Camden $275

K.slademade Leather Crossbody $160

J Crew Printed Makeup Pouch $25

And lastly, I love this Inkwash Tie-Dye Shift from Anthroplogie!

It doesn't look so cute in this photo, but it looks fantastic on fellow blogger Mary of Happily Grey!

I'm really head over heels for this dress! But let's be honest...there is nothing I really need. I guess that is why it is called a "wish" list and not a "need" list! 

BHLDN

When we were in Chicago we visited one of two BHLDN stores that exist (the other is in Houston). If you haven't heard of the store, it's owned by Anthropologie, but specializes in wedding event dresses, accessories, and decor, and it was beautiful. I'll let the pictures do the talking. 

And this is just the decor! There is an amazing selection of dresses for brides and bridesmaids. I was in search of a rehearsal dinner dress and fell in love with this...which they didn't have in my size, and is no longer available online. Sigh.

I also tried on these three but they weren't quite right. The search continues...

If you've got any ideas for me, I'm open to suggestions!