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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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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.

HOW DO YOU PRONOUNCE IT? corals and cone-yaks. • WHAT KIND OF CAMERA DO YOU USE? A Canon T3i with a 50mm f/1.4 lens. • DON’T YOU FEEL WEIRD TAKING PHOTOS OF YOURSELF? Absolutely. Everyone looks at me like I’m insane – especially when it’s cold. Wouldn’t you? • DO YOU WORK WITH ADVERTISERS/SPONSORS? Yep! Shoot me an e-mail and let’s talk. • HOW ELSE CAN WE KEEP IN TOUCH? On Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

April 15, 2024

Style Finds: Tangerine Tango

Tangerine Tango was named the official color of 2012, and while there are many ways to wear it, mine is — as expected — on my feet. Here are the vibrant, bold pumps that are among my favorite pick this season:

*Shop the trend: (1) Cynthia Vincent, (2) Debenhams, (3) Kate Spade, (4) Kurt Geiger, (5) Tory Burch,
(6) Jimmy Choo, (7) Steve Madden, (8) Maje, (9) Melissa, (10) Jessica Simpson, (11) Chinese Laundry, (12) BCBGMAXAZRIA

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17 comments

the provinciale on April 15, 2024 at 7:34 am

Just like you, I’m very into orange like colours whether it be on my clothes, accessories or shoes, so thanks for the tips!!!
Stephanie

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- corals + cognacs on April 15, 2024 at 11:01 am
  
  You’re welcome! LOVE this color - you can’t go wrong. xo
  
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April on April 15, 2024 at 8:49 am

I’ll take one of each! Great color!!

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- corals + cognacs on April 15, 2024 at 11:00 am
  
  You and me both! I need to start stocking up. What better excuse than “color of the year?” 😉
  
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Fashion By Alicia on April 15, 2024 at 11:07 am

So pretty! I love 5, 7, & 10!!

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 6:25 pm
  
  You do love yourself a pair of Steve Maddens Thanks lady! x
  
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Patti @ NotDeadYet Style on April 15, 2024 at 11:20 am

Ah, so pretty! I need those Kate Spade sandals : >

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 6:25 pm
  
  They are perfect for you!!! Let me know if you get them xo
  
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Amber ~ Real girl Glam on April 16, 2024 at 6:43 am

Shoes are the perfect place to add in this color! I love all of these, but especially #2 and #12!

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 6:25 pm
  
  Yesssssss… Agreed! Such a fab color, I don’t think it’s gonig anywhere soon!
  
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dovey on April 16, 2024 at 11:23 am

I hadn’t thought of tangerine shoes to celebrate Tangerine Tango this year! What a great idea. I always love little pops of color in unexpected places

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 1:07 pm
  
  Me too! I’m always in the market for excuses to buy new shoes 😉
  
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barefoot duchess on April 16, 2024 at 2:18 pm

i m having #6 =)

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 6:22 pm
  
  Lol - do it! #enaber
  
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Miranda on April 16, 2024 at 5:41 pm

Dying over 1, 5 & 7! Great choices!

Xo Miranda
Ohmy-Lola.blogspot.com

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- corals + cognacs on April 16, 2024 at 6:22 pm
  
  I hate playing favorites, but those are up there on my list too
  
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