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February 18, 2024

Phillip Lim Infatuation

After a fun blogger brunch at The Cupping Room with Taylor, Caitlin, Kiley, Meg and Jessica, I snow bank-hopped my way around Soho before settling down at Christian Siriano’s runway show in Chelsea (more to come on that tomorrow).

Apparently, Cupping Room is a hot-spot for celeb sightings. I mean, we were there, so…

Just kidding – we did see the adorable Iris Apfel waiting for a table. It required a significant amount of self-control, but yes, I saved myself from a likely restraining order and refrained from giving her a hug.

I was overly excited to wear my new Phillip Lim boots (Jess mirrored my enthusiasm with her Kate Spade shoes), which may have clouded my judgement, as I thought layering a faux fur vest over a light leather jacket would suffice for this particular day. I’m fairly certain my fingers will never return to their normal bodily temperature.

*Wearing: Faux fur vest c/o Macy’s (similar) | Zara blazer (similar - on sale for $17) | Vince blouse |
necklace c/o Ali’s Collection | 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli satchel | Prada sunglasses |

DNKY hat | American Apparel leggings | 3.1 Phillip Lim boots

Photos: Jessica

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13 comments

Lauren on February 18, 2024 at 11:36 am

THOSE SHOES ARE TO DIE FOR! Love those Phillip Lim Booties!

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Petite Adventures on February 18, 2024 at 12:26 pm

Fabulous outfit! Love your fur vest and bag!

Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

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Jessica on February 18, 2024 at 12:41 pm

Gaaaah!! Absolutely love those booties! This outfit is amazing.. I love how the blush blouse goes so perfectly with that fur vest and your Pashli

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Oh to Be a Muse on February 18, 2024 at 12:42 pm

Wow, what a gorgeous faux fur vest. Love it with the sunnies and the interesting boots! Kudos to you for pulling those off!

http://www.ohtobeamuse.com

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malina on February 18, 2024 at 1:32 pm

I HAVE JUST FIND YOUR BLOG,CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME YOUR WEIGHT AND HEIGHT,THANKS

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Nikki at Bedazzles After Dark on February 18, 2024 at 2:49 pm

Those shoessssss! Girl you look great - even if you freezed your buns off!
xoxo,
Nikki at http://www.bedazzlesafterdark.com

{Enter My Giveaway for a Monogram Leather Clutch Here!}

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Michelle on February 18, 2024 at 3:04 pm

I am loving this outfit! That blouse is such a pretty color & I love the way it looks with the fur! Cute booties too!

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Meghan on February 18, 2024 at 6:58 pm

This is such a fun look , love that bag ALOT!

xo Meg

http://meghansilva.blogspot.com

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Stephanie (Glam Slam!) on February 18, 2024 at 8:10 pm

You look fabulous! I must say….Phillip Lim makes for a great snow day outfit!

xo, Stephanie
http://glamslamblog.com

P.S. - If I had seen Iris Apfel IRL, I may not have had as much self-constraint!

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