Bring on the Bling: Crystal Clear

I never used to be much of a jewelry wearer or collector outside of my sterling silver rings (no reference needed as a variety of them show up in every outfit post/are part of the header to this very blog!), but then I worked for a few years for a high-end costume jewelry company and my appreciation for a great piece—statement or delicate—matured quickly. My favorite thing to do as of late is layer on a piece of clear, sparkly crystal to an otherwise simple look, especially since I can be pretty lazy about getting dressed when it's colder (read: cashmere sweaters, thick jeans and boots). A little bling & lipstick goes a loooong way on those days, you know what I'm sayin'?

L to R from top: Bijoux Heart Earrings || Tom Binns Crystal Bracelet || Capwell + Co Pave Bracelet
Lulu Frost Eclipse Ring || Dannijo Katie Earring || J. Crew Crystal Blooms Necklace || Sequin Arista Necklace
J. Crew Double-Row Crystal Necklace || Lulu Frost Stardust Necklace || Joomi Lim Baroque Punk Necklace
Baublebar Crystal Feather Pendant || J. Crew Crystal Triangles Necklace

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Otte Sale Picks

There's really no better way to kick off a weekend than with a great sale (hello, payday!). Otte NY is currently offering an extra 60% off already reduced sale merchandise through Sunday on brands like Alexander Wang, Rag & Bone and 3.1 Phillip Lim. You already know I'm there-I picked out some of my favorites, like the shimmery leopard print dress or laced-trimmed tee.

Clockwise from top right: 3.1 Phillip Lim Dress || Dannijo Arquette Cuff || McQ Cutaway Pump || Current/Elliott Boyfriend Short || Rag & Bone Perry Tank || 3.1 Phillip Lim T-Shirt || Roseanna Leopard Dress || Morgan Carper Vest

The Perfect Weekend Look

As I made pretty clear in my first outfit post, I'm a huge fan of a solid color v-neck tee. It's like a blank canvas, a starting point to layer accessories, adding prints and color and sparkle. Bonus? It looks great on EVERYONE.

These items have all been on my radar for a while, and if I had it my way I'd be rocking them together this weekend (and all the time during the week, too). Alas, my bank account isn't ready to let that happen, but for now a girl can dream!

T by Alexander Wang t-shirt | Muubaa Quilted Leather Biker Jacket | Dannijo Symson Cuff

The 2 Bandits Daytripper Necklace | 7FAM High Shine Skinny in Merlot 

Jeffrey Campbell Hanger Raw Suede Booties | Reed Krakoff Tote

Hopefully, a few of these items will make it into my wardrobe this season. What's your favorite weekend look?