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.
Wedding by the Windmill (& Talbots necklace giveaway!)
ASOS dress (old – similar by KS), Talbots cabochon necklace c/o (50% off today!)
Sole Society Anneke heels c/o (also avail. at Nordstrom – runs small/narrow)
Good luck to those entering the giveaway! Please include just your first name and last initial, and no email addresses to prevent spam.
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LOVE the whimsy of this post! i'm already sold on the beautiful necklace you are donning: florette cabochon!!
– Lannie L
I would love the pearl cluster necklace!
I love the Cabochon necklace best! Beautiful wedding venue!!
Hi Jean –
Love the necklace you're wearing! Hope I win. 🙂
Linh
I have the ASOS dress and love it! I also wore it to a wedding this summer…great minds think alike! I would like the Florette Cabochon necklace in Clementine.
I'd like the Double Strand Teardrop Necklace. 🙂 – Rachna
Seems like there's a trend going on here – just a testament to your fabulous style! Florette Cabochon Necklace in Clay is my fave too!
-Roanna L.
The Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace is my favorite, but there are so many lovely choices.
Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to win the Pearl Cluster Necklace.
-Melissa L.
Love love love the necklace you're wearing!
Beautiful! I've been looking to purchase a neutral colored necklace like this.
I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in the neutral color you're wearing!
I would like the Florette Fabochon Necklace in Clay!
I love your necklace the best!
Love the Florette Cabochon Necklace. – Thanu W.
I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace
I am loving the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clay!
I would also love the Florette Cabochon Necklace – so beautiful!
Pearl Orbit Necklace … COLLEGE GIRL
Beautiful pictures! Thanks for the added commentary on sizing / fit. I would love to win the natural coral necklace or the freshwater pearl necklace!
I love, love, love the Talbots Florette Cabochon Necklace that you are wearing, Jean! You always look so elegant and polished. xo – Jana S
I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in the neutral color you're wearing.
I'd love the Bead & Pavé-Link Torsade.
– Cynthia W.
Hi Jean! I absolutely love the Florette Cabochon Necklace so that would be my choice 🙂 Nice action shot in the last picture! -Bethany L.
I love the Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace. Beautiful!
Michelle H.
I recently found your blog and like your professional style! I like the necklace you are wearing.
Thanks for the giveaway! I really like the Freshwater Pearl Necklace ~Shannon F
<3 the Florette Cabochon Necklace that you are wearing! -Angie Z.
Hi I love these one ;
Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Pearl Cluster Necklace
Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace
Aaisha K
I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace. I so appreciate this blog and it catering to petites, it has been so helpful!
-Jacqueline M.
Being a petite woman i always look to your blog for fashion inspiration !! Any necklace from Talbots would be a delight , it is difficult to choose just one. Love the one you are wearing with that pretty yellow dress. Beth C.
I love your necklace, too! Gorgeous outfit! 🙂
So funny, Jean – my family was at the same wedding (they live in CT and know the groom)! I recognized the windmill from some of my brother's photos. I've been reading your blog for years and now realize we're only a few degrees of separation apart 🙂 Regarding the Talbots giveaway – I'd love the single strand pearl necklace! I don't have one of these staple items and it would definitely be a welcome addition to my wardrobe.
I love the Florette Cabochon necklace. MeeRan A.
As always you look beautiful. I think I like the filigree necklace the best.
I would like the Coral & Bead Collar Necklace. I like your pick of the florette cabochon necklace in neutral too. Thanks for the giveaway.
My hubby and I will be celebrating a milestone anniversary on August 11. We were originally married in Maui and will be celebrating much more low key this year. I will be wearing an Ann Taylor white eyelet jacket (purchased last summer and never worn) along with a Talbots Leaf and Flower Link pencil skirt. (The eyelet pattern in the jacket really compliments the skirt). Paired with a Talbot’s tank and Ann Taylor neutral sling backs or Navy pumps, the Pearl Orbit necklace would be a lovely addition.
J Hayes, Omaha NE
I adore your outfit! I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace so much :).
Florence N.
Hi Jean.
Long time reader here. I'd love to win the floral cabochon.
Susanna S.
Floral cabochon!
-Angela Y
Very bright and lovely! I like the pearl cluster. Auvan R.
I love the freshwater pearl necklace!
Whitney W.
This is so pretty! I love the necklace you're wearing! Vicky L. 🙂
I love the freshwater pearl necklace and the windmill!
I love the gold chain-link necklace, and the wedding inspiration you're giving us!
Pearl Cluster Necklace!
Krista C.
That is a beautiful location and thanks for the giveaway! I like the freshwater pearl necklace.
Pauline L
You look beautiful! I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace.
Maryam M.
Beautiful, I would love to have the Florette cabochon necklace- Lynn
Thanks for the giveaway! The necklace is beautiful.
Amy H.