The Spirit of Giving

In the spirit of giving we've partnered with one of our favorite artists and jewelry designers, Irene Wood of History + Industry, for a holiday giveaway.

Between now and next Tuesday you can enter to win this GORGEOUS Layer Necklace in mauve.

To enter please leave a comment at the bottom of the blog post telling us what you are thankful for this holiday season.

Irene is also offering an extra 5% off to C&C readers for a total of %35% off. Here are a few of the things I have my eye on.

These two necklaces are fabulous and would be the perfect accessory for my winter crewneck cashmere sweater uniform!

Silver Necklace

Chrysanthemum Copper

If I had my ears pierced (I know...shocker...who doesn't have their ears pierced??), I would buy these Katsura earrings. 

And lastly, have you seen her beautiful artwork? Katie has two amazing pieces in her home (see them here).

You too can have one of her beautiful paintings...

 Make sure to follow Irene on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with her beautiful jewelry and artwork. The winner will be announced next Wednesday!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Products We Love

It's no secret that Katie and I have a mild obsession with Angela Caputi bracelets. Let me refresh your memory.

Even the Mini Fashionista loves them! 

This might be news to you, but Angela Caputi also makes her beautiful resin necklaces! 

Our favorite Angela Caputi supplier, Serena Italian Imports, sells them in a selection of colors including black, turquoise and yellow. I have the turquoise and love it! 

Through the end of the month, Serena Imports is offering 15% off so you too can stock up on more bracelets or get yourself a fabulous necklace! Use the code CCSUMMER15 to redeem your discount!

Monogram Mania

I am, and always will be, obsessed with monograms. If there is empty space, why not monogram it. Classic, elegant, timeless, preppy...I mean really, what isn't there to love about scribbling your initials all over something? I was recently at the D.C. offices of Facebook for work, and they've got a "wall" that visitors can sign. Unable to come up with anything witty to leave behind with my name on it, I just left my monogram. When in doubt, monogram it!

Lately, without intention, my life has been monogram mania. I'd been wanting a lace monogram necklace for sometime and finally had one made by a jeweler in NYC. I couldn't be more happy with how it turned out and have been wearing it non-stop since it arrived less than two weeks ago.














Digging around in my office drawer the other day, I found a birthday gift that a dear friend sent to me a few years ago (clearly she knows me well). This personal embosser can add your initials to stickers, envelopes, memos, even the inside of a book when lending it out. You got it, I'll monogram it.














Finally, my lucite tray (from a previous post) arrived from Erin Condren and I'm so thrilled with the colors (I just named the ones I wanted - salmon and mint - and they delivered), the quality, and the surprise step and repeat monograms on the bottom! Be still my heart. Me and this tray...it's the beginning of a beautiful relationship.
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Summer Wish List

Here are a few of the things on my Summer wish list. What's on your wish list?

A bright, patterned day dress- I love all three of these...especially the Nanette Lepore!

1. Juicy Couture $158, 2. Nanette Lepore $348 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs $138.99

A pair of platform or wedge sandals-

Ash Vivian $195

A big and bright necklace- I am in LOVE with this bauble necklace from Oliphant New York.

Oliphant NY Sea Green Bauble Necklace $98

Boat shoes or topsiders- There are so many colors to choose from, but I do love the pink seersucker!

Women's Authentic Original 2-Eye Boat Shoe $90

Rose Gold Watch- This Michael Kors is pretty fantastic!

Michael Kors $250

Fearless That Way

With all this rainy weather, I am seriously itching for a trip to the beach! If I had one planned, I'd be taking this fabulous Elva Fields necklace in my suitcase.

Fearless That Way Necklace $238

Accessorize Me

Trina Turk is well known for her bold prints, fun dresses, and chic resort wear. Now you can add her accessories to your closet with her fabulous jewelry collection. I especially love all the turquoise!

Trina Turk Jewelry

Just a Few Cents

Tory Burch Coin Necklace $295

Monogram Me

I am not always a fan of monograms, but they definitely have their place in fashion. Here is one monogram I would wear, Jennifer Zeuner's monogram pendant ($242).
LC's a fan!

Gold and Citrus

This necklace is amazing! It is made of hand picked antique wood grained sequins from France with 14kt gold-fill cable chain. Love it!


The Mandarin $242

Splurge vs Save

The statement necklace is a big trend in fashion, but will it last long enough to make it worth an investment piece? You can splurge on the Vera Wang rhinestone and organza flower necklace or save on the Fred Flare resin-stone and ribbon necklace. The choice is yours.


$1250


$26

Make A Statement

At some point in time I came across jewelery designer Rachel Leigh who creates amazingly beautiful enamel jewelery. Her work is worn by celebrities and has been featured on gossip girl and in all the fashion magazines. Rachel is a former publicist for YSL and launched her line in 2004. Her pieces are vintage inspired and certainly make a statement. I want!

Sew Lovely

Looking for a unique piece to add to your jewelery collection? How about something from etsy artist Charlotte Alexandra of Sew Lovely. She is based out of the UK, but will ship to the US. How fabulous would the black/silver one be with a simple black dress?