2012 January | corals + cognacs

From the monthly archives: January 2012

The 100th Episode: Gossip Girl, Season 5 Episode 13

On January 30, 2024 · 12 Comments · In gossip girl, Uncategorized

Gossip Girl meets two major milestones tonight: Blair walks down the aisle and the show hits its 100th episode mark! #OMG!

Tonight’s highly anticipated nail-biter will open with a musical dream sequence featuring Serena, Blair and all the men in their lives. Back down in reality, though, Chuck continues to wrestle with the realization that [...]

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Shoe Shopping: Blue Suede Shoes

On January 29, 2024 · 11 Comments · In shoe shopping

Today’s shoe shopping post lends a stylish little nod to the one and only Elvis Presley. Undoubtedly, the music King’s legacy fueled the popularity of this fantastic footwear trend — and it’s one that occupies a lot of real estate in my closet. Trust me, ladies. You can’t go wrong with a blue suede shoe!

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Four Ways to Wear It: The Chambray Shirt

On January 27, 2024 · 12 Comments · In styling tips, ways to wear it

If you’re quick to say “nay,” to denim button-downs, you’re either (1) a male or (2) unsure of where this pieces fits with your wardrobe. Am I right?

Last week, I raised my chambray stock by investing in this top from Old Navy (a steal at less than $30). I’ve been craving easy pieces this winter, [...]

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Fashion Road Trip: Houston, Texas

On January 26, 2024 · 1 Comment · In outfits, shopping, travel

As I mentioned (and styled!) earlier this week, I recently took a trip to Texas, where I instantly fell in love with its unresisting sunshine and relaxed style vibe.

I maintained a western chic-type of mindset when combing my closet for items to pack, embodying fashion icons like Nicole Richie and Kate Bosworth [...]

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What I’m Wearing: High-Waisted Shorts

On January 24, 2024 · 21 Comments · In outfits

A week(ish) ago, I escaped Chicago’s winter weather to visit my sister in Houston, Texas. It wasn’t quite 70-and-sunny, but it was still warm enough to pack shorts, sundresses and my favorite D&G cowboy booties.

Oh, high-waisted bottoms… Often misunderstood by the non-fashion savvy among us. These sophisticated, vintage-inspired styles have become [...]

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