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Hi, nice to meet you.

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.

Here's a bit more about me (and if you'd like to keep in touch, you can find me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook).

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.

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.

February 25, 2024

Inside Look: Interview with Charlotte Ronson

One of my favorite moments of Fashion Week — and life in general — was interviewing Charlotte Ronson about her 2013 fall collection for Glam.com (where I’m the newest contributing editor).

I was able to keep my star-struck’isms at bay, but nonetheless, I was really nervous that I was going to lose my train of thought/stumble over my words. Charlotte was super-sweet and easy to chat with, which made for a totally seamless, laid-back conversation.

*Sis Samantha Ronson was DJ’ing the presentation

As you’ll see from the photos above, the line is stunning — and totally on-trend. Fresh, clean-faced models were all-smiles in floral-print harem-style pants, chunky knits and collared shift dresses. Stocked with pieces that beg to be layered, Ronson’s patterned pants, leather separates and bare midriffs kept the collection contemporary, while lace-up platform booties lent a utilitarian vibe.

Click on over to Glam.com to read my interview with the designer — including what she plans to do after fashion week, as well as her advice for career-seekers.

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6 comments

Amber - Real Girl Glam on February 25, 2024 at 7:10 am

Congrats on becoming a Glam.com contributing editor!! Going to read your interview now!

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viv on February 25, 2024 at 12:45 pm

That’s so exciting!

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Danielle on February 27, 2024 at 3:03 pm

BIG congrats to you! how amazing was it to accomplish your first interview? Anddd sounds like you landed a fabulous new gig! All the best in NY!

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- corals + cognacs on March 4, 2024 at 10:52 am
  
  Thanks, Danielle! CRonson is one of my favorites, so it was definitely a pinch-me moment. I can’t say enough good things about Glam. If you’re not yet a member, e-mail me and I’ll talk to you about joining/etc! x
  
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