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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.

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July 25, 2024

Rooftopin’

Last week, I hopped on the subway after work and met a few of the girls for drinks atop the James Hotel — one of my favorite rooftops in New York.

I’ve been wearing a lot of breathable black fabrics this summer (this one especially, it’s from my go-to New York boutique, Otte). Anything else just isn’t an option. On the subway in particular; it’s hard enough to breathe let alone control your own perspiration.

The sweat-infused journey was well worth the trip downtown, though; despite the humidity, there was lots of of bubbly, pretty baubles by Capwell and best of all, an amazing view of Manhattan.

*Wearing: Maison blouse, The Limited skirt, 3.1 Phillip Lim bag, BaubleBar lucite earrings, cat-eye sunglasses c/o Polette (they’re $13!), Zara pumps

the jimmy, nyc rooftops, best rooftops in nyc

In addition to expertly crafted cocktails, The Jimmy (as it’s called) has an outdoor deck surrounding a crystal-clear pool that features downtown and uptown views of New York’s jaw-dropping skyline. Perfect for (many) after-work drinks or starting a Saturday night off right…. And on that note, is it Friday yet?

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Outfit photography by Jessica Sturdy

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7 comments

Dana on July 25, 2024 at 7:30 am

Ahh - I cant believe I still haven’t been there! Need to remedy ASAP! Beautiful photos 🙂

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Alyssa on July 25, 2024 at 8:37 am

I’ve heard so much about their rooftop. I need to go soon!

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Rose on July 25, 2024 at 10:05 am

I am LOVING those sunglasses on you!! Not many people can pull off a cat eye but they bring just the right amount of glam & sassy for you.

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Hitha | Hitha On The Go on July 25, 2024 at 3:48 pm

You look so chic! I’m bummed I missed you this night, but glad we caught up later that week 🙂

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Kelly from Kelly in the City on July 26, 2024 at 12:52 am

LOVE your heels! You look stunning in them. Hope you guys had a great time!

xoxo

Kelly
kellyinthecity.com

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Jessica on July 27, 2024 at 9:22 am

Love this sophisticated, yet sassy, look on you! xo

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