What I Wore: A Little Lux

Layering is my favorite part about fall. Vests, sweaters, scarves, jewelry, you name it. The added bonus, you get to layer without wearing tights. Every outfit needs a little luxury, whether that's a necklace or a cashmere sweater. For me in this case, it's both! 

In Paris I stopped into Uniqlo during a crazy sale! If you aren't familiar with the brand, they're a Japanese casual wear designer and they've got amazing basics. Like this crewneck cashmere sweater, which I got (in grey, navy, and black) for 49 euros. The quality is incredible for the price. Every girl should have a good cashmere sweater in her closet (I bought a medium if you're curious about sizing). If you're in NY, NJ, CA, CT, or PA, you can stop in to shop in person - otherwise, get thee to the interwebs. 

But the sweater wasn't enough to give this outfit that little extra je ne sais quoi - it needed a statement necklace. Also a Paris Zara purchase, this is going to be a go-to for work and play. I've already worn it twice since I returned. I can't seem to find it online (you might try in store), but did find several other pieces that give the same effect. Along with the earrings that match the necklace.

Looking at all these other options makes me think I need another Zara necklace - or maybe the earrings to match! Which is your favorite?

Irene Wood Giveaway

Thanks to friend and fellow blogger Kate, of Kate Collins Interiors, for introducing us to designer Irene Wood and her amazing jewelry line History + Industry. Both Kate and Irene attended Whitman College like Katie of C&C! Go Fighting Missionaries. 

Back to Irene's jewelry...it is bold, colorful and makes an amazing statement. Katie wore her fantastic necklace during our recent Chicago weekend. 

Here are a few of my favorite pieces from Irene's collection. 

Now for the BIG news for all of our C&C readers, Irene is offering 25% off her jewelry from now until May 31st with the code CC25. AND..... Irene has so kindly offered to do a giveaway of this fantastic one of a kind Carnival cuff bracelet. The beads in this bracelet include painted wood, kukui, resin, glass, jade and are secured by a sliding clasp. I wish I could enter my own giveaway, because this cuff is to die for! 

The winner will be announced on Friday June 1st. Here is how to enter. 

1) Leave a comment 

For the following entries, leave a comment for each action completed

2) Like C&C on Facebook

3) Follow CardiCouture on Twitter

4) Like History + Industry on Facebook

5) Follow Irene's Blog 

You have a total of 5 chances to win! Best of luck and happy shopping! 

Weekend in Photos

Things have been crazy with my new job and wedding planning, but thanks to my iPhone and instagram, I can at least give you an update on things through snapshots. Here's a recap of my weekend in photos. 

There's no better way to start the weekend than a 6:30 a.m. Friday class at Barre3

Friday casual - Angela Caputi bracelets, J. Crew shirt, Zara blazer, Target belt, Trina Turk pants, Sam Edelman smoking shoes

Spring in Georgetown

Chilling morning walk to Barre3 on Saturday

"Sock Bun" using this hairstyling ring from H & M

Statement necklace for an event with Dr. B Saturday night

Walking on the Potomac in the Navy Yard neighborhood Sunday - who knew this area was so pretty!

My drink of choice. Orange is my favorite flavor.

I'd lounge here.

Ships ahoy!

I hope you have a great week! Don't forget you can still get 10% off on Angela Caputi chain link bracelets through the end of May! Just use the code CCSpring.

Make a Statement

The holiday season means parties, parties, and more parties, and every party outfit needs a statement piece. I recently came upon the website Francesca's Collection and was really impressed with their necklaces and even more impressed with the incredibly inexpensive prices. All of these necklaces are less than $30! For that price, you may as well get two!