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I'm Hallie, a Midwest native, New York City transplant and the mind behind corals + cognacs. If you're looking for an online destination for stylish inspiration and musings on Manhattan living, you've come to the right place.

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I hope you enjoy reading corals + cognacs as much as I enjoy writing it.

FAQ // LOCATION: New York, New York • BY WAY OF: The Midwest (Cleveland/Chicago) • HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE? Attainable, trendy and fun. I’m constantly wearing unexpected pairings – like statement pumps and a graphic tee. • FAVORITE ITEM IN YOUR CLOSET? The vintage Gucci clutch I thrifted for $40. • ANY OBSESSIONS? I like my coffee black, my heels high and my martinis dirty. • GUILTY PLEASURES? Complex carbohydrates and shoe shopping -- both in excess. (And SoulCycle, as a result.)

ARE YOU A FULL-TIME BLOGGER? No, I work as a Development Manager and Contributing Editor at Glam.com. • WHY DID YOU START YOUR BLOG? I've spent nearly seven years on the corporate grind, where sartorial humor and an expertly crafted color-block can get lost in the boardroom. As a result, I decided to create a blog -- a space where I’d hoped my writing, styling and excessive shoe collection would be better comprehended. • WHAT’S IT ABOUT? Living stylish and spontaneously in New York City – and beyond. I aim to inspire others to have fun with fashion and to live lightheartedly • HOW’D YOU THINK OF THE NAME? To be honest, the name just came to me. I’m a big color-blocker and a sucker for alliteration in writing. It just fit. • WHAT’S THE CORRECT WAY TO WRITE IT? corals + cognacs.

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March 5, 2024

Event Recap: Ann Taylor’s New Concept Store

Over the weekend, I made my way to Michigan Avenue for an exclusive first look at the new Ann Taylor concept store.

While she’s no newbie to the womenswear scene, Ann Taylor’s new digs deliver an entirely new retail experience. Gone are the days of browsing nothing but basics; the 58-year-old retail giant is replacing its shops with smaller, more contemporary outposts that will have you feeling like you’ve walked smack into your dream closet.

Here’s a bit more on what I wore, who I saw and which items caught my eye.

Wearing: Bella Dahl chambray shirt, F21 skirt, Nine West Aroundtown pumps, Kate Spade bag

With the lovely Alexis from CS Magazine

Want to win spruce up your jewelry collection this spring? Click here to win this Neon Lights Necklace!

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My vote is in: Modern furniture, cascading crystal chandeliers, sleek store-front fixtures and dressing rooms with flattering backlit mirrors make for a major upgrade. Well played, AT. Well played.

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10 comments

jess on March 5, 2024 at 9:40 am

I love this! Those cap toe shoes are awesome as is that clutch with the belt buckle look. You and Alexis looked adorable.

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- corals + cognacs on March 5, 2024 at 12:20 pm
  
  Thanks! The cap-toe flats are even cuter in person. We had to snag a pic since we were both rockin’ chambray!
  
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Iris on March 5, 2024 at 8:56 am

Those accessories are gorgeous! I’m definitely going to check it out. Thanks for the preview!

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- corals + cognacs on March 5, 2024 at 12:20 pm
  
  Yes! Do let me know what you think They have a great promo going on featuring some of their spring pieces. I bought one of the neon clutches - it’s amazing!
  
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Fashion By Alicia on March 5, 2024 at 10:03 am

Love the new concept store. It looks so sleek and there are some great new accessories!

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- corals + cognacs on March 5, 2024 at 12:19 pm
  
  It is SO much fun to browse, too! I hope you get one in Dallas
  
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Crystalin on March 5, 2024 at 1:37 pm

So much color, love it! In love with the bright necklace and bracelet.

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- corals + cognacs on March 5, 2024 at 3:55 pm
  
  Thanks, Crystalin Be sure to enter the giveaway, if you haven’t already! xx
  
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