Wedding by the Windmill (& Talbots necklace giveaway!)

*Giveaway now closed. Thank you everyone for entering!* The winner is Nadia S
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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)

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?
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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. talbots necklaceI 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).
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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.

CT wedding1Good 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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580 Comments

  1. beautylanparty wrote:

    LOVE the whimsy of this post! i'm already sold on the beautiful necklace you are donning: florette cabochon!!
    – Lannie L

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  2. Melody Kao wrote:

    I would love the pearl cluster necklace!

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  3. jbt wrote:

    I love the Cabochon necklace best! Beautiful wedding venue!!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  4. Linh wrote:

    Hi Jean –
    Love the necklace you're wearing! Hope I win. 🙂

    Linh

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  5. Caitlin K wrote:

    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.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  6. Where's my canvas? wrote:

    I'd like the Double Strand Teardrop Necklace. 🙂 – Rachna

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  7. Roanna wrote:

    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.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  8. Miranda L wrote:

    The Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace is my favorite, but there are so many lovely choices.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  9. Anonymous wrote:

    Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to win the Pearl Cluster Necklace.

    -Melissa L.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  10. Annie Vu wrote:

    Love love love the necklace you're wearing!

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  11. Tasha wrote:

    Beautiful! I've been looking to purchase a neutral colored necklace like this.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  12. Tara W wrote:

    I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in the neutral color you're wearing!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  13. Tammy wrote:

    I would like the Florette Fabochon Necklace in Clay!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  14. LisaLuck wrote:

    I love your necklace the best!

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  15. Anonymous wrote:

    Love the Florette Cabochon Necklace. – Thanu W.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  16. Avec L'amour wrote:

    I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  17. RKeller08 wrote:

    I am loving the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clay!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  18. Erica L. wrote:

    I would also love the Florette Cabochon Necklace – so beautiful!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  19. Anonymous wrote:

    Pearl Orbit Necklace … COLLEGE GIRL

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  20. Amy S. wrote:

    Beautiful pictures! Thanks for the added commentary on sizing / fit. I would love to win the natural coral necklace or the freshwater pearl necklace!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  21. Anonymous wrote:

    I love, love, love the Talbots Florette Cabochon Necklace that you are wearing, Jean! You always look so elegant and polished. xo – Jana S

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  22. Jenny Y wrote:

    I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in the neutral color you're wearing.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  23. Anonymous wrote:

    I'd love the Bead & Pavé-Link Torsade.

    – Cynthia W.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  24. Anonymous wrote:

    Hi Jean! I absolutely love the Florette Cabochon Necklace so that would be my choice 🙂 Nice action shot in the last picture! -Bethany L.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  25. wtiger9 wrote:

    I love the Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace. Beautiful!
    Michelle H.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  26. Beth R. wrote:

    I recently found your blog and like your professional style! I like the necklace you are wearing.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  27. Miz_Fitz wrote:

    Thanks for the giveaway! I really like the Freshwater Pearl Necklace ~Shannon F

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  28. Anonymous wrote:

    <3 the Florette Cabochon Necklace that you are wearing! -Angie Z.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  29. ...@ish@... wrote:

    Hi I love these one ;
    Freshwater Pearl Necklace
    Pearl Cluster Necklace
    Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace

    Aaisha K

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  30. Anonymous wrote:

    I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace. I so appreciate this blog and it catering to petites, it has been so helpful!
    -Jacqueline M.

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  31. Anonymous wrote:

    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.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  32. Eugenia Xie wrote:

    I love your necklace, too! Gorgeous outfit! 🙂

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  33. Rose R. wrote:

    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.

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  34. Anonymous wrote:

    I love the Florette Cabochon necklace. MeeRan A.

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  35. Binh C. wrote:

    As always you look beautiful. I think I like the filigree necklace the best.

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  36. Van Nguyen wrote:

    I would like the Coral & Bead Collar Necklace. I like your pick of the florette cabochon necklace in neutral too. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  37. Anonymous wrote:

    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

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  38. Florence wrote:

    I adore your outfit! I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace so much :).

    Florence N.

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  39. Anonymous wrote:

    Hi Jean.

    Long time reader here. I'd love to win the floral cabochon.

    Susanna S.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  40. Angela Yang wrote:

    Floral cabochon!
    -Angela Y

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  41. Auv wrote:

    Very bright and lovely! I like the pearl cluster. Auvan R.

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  42. Anonymous wrote:

    I love the freshwater pearl necklace!

    Whitney W.

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  43. Vicky L. wrote:

    This is so pretty! I love the necklace you're wearing! Vicky L. 🙂

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  44. Susan K. wrote:

    I love the freshwater pearl necklace and the windmill!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  45. Alice Gu wrote:

    I love the gold chain-link necklace, and the wedding inspiration you're giving us!

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  46. Krista wrote:

    Pearl Cluster Necklace!

    Krista C.

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  47. Pauline wrote:

    That is a beautiful location and thanks for the giveaway! I like the freshwater pearl necklace.

    Pauline L

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  48. Anonymous wrote:

    You look beautiful! I would love the Florette Cabochon Necklace.
    Maryam M.

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  49. Anonymous wrote:

    Beautiful, I would love to have the Florette cabochon necklace- Lynn

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply
  50. Amy wrote:

    Thanks for the giveaway! The necklace is beautiful.
    Amy H.

    Posted 7.24.14 Reply

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