BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

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This T by Alexander Wang skirt was the first item worthy of being one of my five for the French wardrobe challenge. (Read about the “less is more” philosophy here.) I was worried that paring my shopping down to five clothing items a season would be difficult and send me into panic attacks of deprivation, but as it turns out, one quality piece of clothing is more satisfying than a bunch of cheap thrills. And I love this skirt. I love that it stays full all day. I love that the pockets are sewn into the pleats rather than the side seams. I love that I don’t want another black skirt. (If you have your eye on this skirt, pay attention to sizing on the Nordstrom site. I found conflicting size charts and almost purchased it in a small. There’s no way it would have ever zipped.)

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Featured: J.Crew sweater // T by Alexander Wang skirt // Lodis clutch (similar) // gifted Julie Vos earrings and ring // Kate Spade shoes

Bauble of the Week

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l’ve been itching to treat myself to a new piece of jewelry. I thought about this Bauble Bar necklace, but decided the money would be better spent on a more expensive statement piece. This pair of Tory Burch earrings was a contender as was a Lulu Frost necklace. Then I saw this Tory Burch cuff. It’s from the spring 2014 collection and available for pre-order (shipping in December). It’s one of those pieces that I wouldn’t wear all the time, but I would treasure forever.  

Fall Jewelry Edit: 15 Stud Earrings Under $100

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A beautiful pair of stud earrings can be just as stunning as its statement counterpart. Here are 15 of autumn’s best and they’re all under $100:

1. Bauble Bar, $18 // 2. Bauble Bar, $35 // 3. Henri Bendel, $88 // 4. Hive & Honey, $22 // 5. Henri Bendel, $68 // 6. Noir Jewelry, $65 // 7. Emily Elizabeth, $63 // 8. Tinley Road, $24 // 9. Loren Hope, $36 // 10. Tory Burch, $88 // 11. Gorjana, $40 // 12. Julie Vos, $95 // 13. Margaret Elizabeth, $88 // 14. Fallon, $79 // 15. Haskell, $19

Behind the Baubles: Margaret Elizabeth

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There’s a relaxed elegance to Meg Galligan’s designs, which makes her collection of colorful gemstone jewelry so appealing. But don’t be fooled by her carefree aesthetic. This is one savvy business woman. The entrepreneur launched Margaret Elizabeth while attending Boston College. (She even hosted a trunk show in her dorm room!) After working in an online advertising job with Google, Meg pursued her dream full time in 2011. 

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Shop It: Druzy Pendant, $198 // Amethyst Pave Studs, $108 // Chrysophase Marquis Pendant, $245 // Set of 3 Bangles, $264 // Druzy Studs, $88 // Opal Ring, $385 // Mira Earrings, $148

Outfitted

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Last Tuesday, I hosted an executive-level networking event at the Air National Guard in an plane hangar. It was a lovely evening, except for the temperature: a humid 90 degrees in September. I was itching for cooler weather after that night, but it still came as a shock when I had to throw on a jacket last weekend. On another note, remember how I mentioned my love for Essie’s “After School Boy Blazer,” a deep navy polish that’s similar to the color of my Hermes bracelet and my car? Well, now it also matches my new Julie Vos ring. I should probably branch out soon. 

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Featured: J.Crew Factory dress (similar) // J.Crew jacket // Lodis clutch // gifted Julie Vos statement ring and stacking rings // Tiny Sparkle Studio ring // Hermes bracelet // Lulu Frost necklace // Marc Fisher shoes (similar) // Essie “After School Boy Blazer” polish