These photos were taken at our friends’ beautiful wedding in CT this past weekend. We pulled up to the venue, and I pretty much leapt out of the car upon seeing a windmill at the end of a stone bridge, surrounded by a little moat…could you get more charming?
I wore this ASOS dress purchased in the dead of winter (planning ahead paid off!) and accessorized simply with a cabochon stone necklace. The marbled (hard to see clearly in photos) stones are gorgeous, reminiscent of one of my beloved necklaces from AT but in a neutral palette. I liked this necklace so much, I asked the Talbots team to do a small giveaway for you guys! Simply leave a comment letting me know which Talbots necklace you’d like to win, and I’ll pick a randomly-generated winner on Monday (U.S. only – sorry international friends!). Talbots is also having a rare 50% off everything today. I find their items to be of very good quality and wish they made more extended sizing! My picks from the sale are this 100% cotton banana leaf dress that starts in Petite P (please note, sizing runs a little big and P = ~0/2) and the basic opaque hosiery (I pretty much live in the navy + black during cold weather…durable material that does not pill or tear).
I originally had plans for fanciful heels, but after seeing the events schedule running from 10AM – midnight, practicality won over. These nude studded heels lengthen as much as 2.5″ possibly can, and lasted me through hours of dancing and exploring the pretty premises. Would highly recommend, but please note again these fit narrow and run about half a size small.

I like the florette cabochon in clay like the one you have on! So cute!
What a beautiful setting. Your dress really stands out.
I'd love to wear the Pearl Flutter-Flower Necklace. It's gorgeous, and can be dressed up or down.
Kanika S
Love the windmill pix–at first I thought you were in Delft in the Netherlands! I kind of like the Pearl Link and Rope Tassel necklace. they're all pretty. I wear lots of Talbot things–they're well made and last forever. Thanks for the chance to enter the giveaway. I liked the pop of color in your bag! Sue S
I would love the cabochon in clementine, so pretty. Thank you for this opportunity! -Melissa L.
I would love the Freshwater Pearl Necklace! Thank you for the giveaway Jean!
Kate S.
I'll love to win Pearl Cluster Necklace
Shirley Y
I would love to win the necklace you featured on this post. Gorgeous! Thank you so much for the opportunity. Love your blog and have found your advice to be invaluable.
– Cynthia N.
Aloha Jean, your blogs are great and I'd love to win the necklace that you're wearing!
Kim H.
That place looks beautiful! It's such a lovely place to hold any event! I would also have to say that the florette cabochan necklace in your color is my favorite! It's such a pretty and delicate looking necklace!
The windmill is so charming and quaint, and the beautifully dressed couple just completes the picture! I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in Clay that you have featured. 🙂
Shannon W.
I'd have to go with your pick – the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clay. So pretty and such a statement piece!
Cathy Z
Everything in this post is positively gorgeous! You look stunning and I can tell you were having a wonderful time. As for Talbots, there are so many great pieces! I would have to say my favorite is the "Pearl Flutter-Flower Necklace" since it is a shorter versatile length, silver (my favorite for jewelry), and so elegant. THANK YOU for the giveaway opportunity!
-Amy D
So many beautiful necklaces, that it was hard to decide. I really like the one you're wearing, but when I checked the site, this one stood out to me, "Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace."
Freshwater Pearl Necklace!
-Jennifer P.
what a lovely venue! you guys look amazing! i'd love to win the necklace you are wearing or the Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace.
-karen w
Loving the Cabochon necklace on you, and hope to be the lucky winner 🙂
~Anne W
I love your necklace! I'd love the same one!
Michelle D.
Great photos. I'd love to have the Talbots necklace you have featured on this blog!
I would love to win the Florette Cabochon Necklace in Clay. Such a gorgeous piece!
Juliani R
I like the necklace that you've chosen the best! The florette cabochon necklace in Clay is my favorite out of all the Talbots necklace choices too. – Vivian S.
I like how yours goes well with the dress!
I'd be interested in the Double Strand Teardrop Necklace, hopefully in time for a wedding as well!
Jessica Z.
Beautiful photos! I love the necklace you have featured in this blog.
-Steph A
I would pick the Long Mother-Of-Pearl & Bead Necklace, because it would make a great lanyard for my work badge.
I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clementine. Thank you! Sorry if this is a duplicate, not sure why my first note disappeared.
Love your blog, Jean!! As a a busy working professional like you, I love perusing your blog for style tips and chic, polished looks. Love this wedding post – looked like a dreamy venue! Your summer outfit was just perfect and the necklace really makes a statement. I would love to win the exact necklace you have on in the post – the Florette Cabochon Necklace in Clay!
Crystal C
Love your blog! If i win, I'd love to get the necklace you're wearing 🙂
Jieun Y.
Love your dress and necklace! thanks for having this beautiful giveaway! I'd love to win the same necklace that you are wearing in the picture.
-Helen F
You two look so darn cute! Love the Florette Cabochon Necklace, hope to win!
Rona L.
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I would adore the hammered disc triple strand necklace! It'd be so versatile! Also…the location is sooo picture perfect!
Korinne S.
Gorgeous. I'd love the two-tone rope necklace. Two-toned jewelry is my thing. Demi N.