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.
Good luck to those entering the giveaway! Please include just your first name and last initial, and no email addresses to prevent spam. 
Thank you for the giveaway! I love the Florette Cabochon Necklace that you are wearing 🙂
Erica N.
Hi Jean! I am going to a black tie wedding at Hotel Bel-Air. As a petite girl, what dresses would you recommend wearing to this event? Could you send me some suggestions? It's Labor Day weekend. Thanks for your help!
My favorite is the Freshwater Pearl Necklace!
I like the same neclace you have on. Love the dress!
Phuong P
I love the filigree and cabochon station necklace!!!
Kathleen L
Thank you for the opportunity! The Filigree & Cabochon Station Necklace would be lovely.
Marilyn R.
Hi!
You are so sweet for doing this! Looking at your blog always brings me inspiration. Especially this summer that I've done nothing but study to be a licensed attorney. Any of their pearl necklace would be a perfect treat 🙂
Thanks.
XO
Dani A.
I would love to win the coral & bead collar necklace!
I love the coral & bead collar necklace!
So pretty! It would be awesome to have the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clay. Thanks so much for hosting!
Linh L
That location is oh so wonderful! The cabochan necklace you are wearing is what i like the most! Also the tear drop two tier necklace.
xo,
Hems S
I would choose the Florette Cabochon necklace. Just lovely…
Gorgeous scenic view! I'd love to win the Florette Cabochon Necklace in clay -thanks for hosting the giveaway! -Vickie T.
I'd really love the freshwater pearl necklace. Thank you.
WentzC.
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LOVE LOVE LOVE your outfit! I also love the Florette Cabochon Necklace in Clay and would love to win it 🙂
Such a beautiful ensemble, as per usual! I absolutely love the necklace you are wearing, the Florette Cabochon in clay!
Stephanie T.
Hi, Jean! I'm a big fan and am so happy you are doing this giveaway! My name is Ellen Z. and I would love to win the necklace you are wearing. Thanks!!
I love the filigree and cabochon station necklace!
Jean you look ravishing in yellow! I love the Long Mother-Of-Pearl & Bead Necklace. It is such a versatile piece and it reminds me of something that Olivia Pope would wear 🙂
I love the florette cabachon in Clay Multi/Gold that you're wearing
Ellie C.
I love the Florette Cabachon in Clay Multi/Gold that you are wearing
EJC
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MyraC
Sterling silver starfish necklace
The Freshwater Pearl Necklace is such a classic! I'd love that one.:) -Brenda L.
MyraC
Sterling silver starfish necklace
filigree cabochon!
I like the Florette Cabochon Necklace that you're wearing
Nancy
Love the necklace you are wearing.
I think the flower cabochon necklace from this post is awesome and it will probably go with so many outfits!
Hi Jean, love your style! The pearl cluster necklace is beautiful! Joyce S.
Thanks for the giveaway. I really like your florette cabochon necklace.
Cathy S
Am I too late?
Well none-the-less I love ALL the statement necklaces, but the practical side of me wins when I think about my wedding pearls that are lost. Tear!
The Single-Strand Pearl Necklace would be a great replacement!
Allison H.
Love your style! I would love to win this necklace featured here on your blog.
Gizelle C.
Love your site! Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Piyusha P
The Coral and Bead Collar Necklace is gorgeous! Could think of several outfits that would go with it. You look amazing as always!
I love the necklace your wearing!
Pamela J.
The Pearl Cluster Necklace is so pretty – just like all the outfits on your blog! And you! 🙂
Gorgeous backdrop and stunning couple! I would love the same necklace you featured here. Thanks!!
Love the necklace you are wearing!!
Liu S
Great photo! Love to win the Florette Cabochon Necklace: clay multi/gold for my daughter!
Hyewon C.
Florette Cabochon Necklace
Such a fun blog post and the pictures are absolutely gorgeous. I would love to have the necklace featured on this post. Your blog is so well put together and you are an inspiration!
Hi! Awesome pictures! I really love the Florette Cabochon Necklace that you're wearing in those pictures! Looks great with that yellow dress!
– Amy K.
Lovely post, Jean. I would love to get my hands on the Sterling Silver Cabochon & Chain Necklace! 🙂
Love all the photos and your outfit! Would LOVE to win the Pearl Cluster Necklace, such a classic accent piece!
Love the necklace you're wearing!
– Jean L.
I would love the florette cabochon in clay/gold. So pretty!
Carina S
I really love the Florette Cabochon Necklace, hope to win! 🙂 thanks Jen!
-Kathy H
I love reading your blog and I love the necklace that you wore in these photos!
Melanie L
The floral cabochon necklace is fabulous! So chic paired with the bright yellow dress.
I would love the Talbot Cabochon necklace. I love your blog.
Lindsay W
Alabama