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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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August 31, 2023

Very Lightly Layered

By now, I’ve poured through half a dozen September issues, pre-fall fashion has made its way to the windows of Madison Avenue, and Fashion Week is poised to commence. (If you missed my post on how I’m ~~panicking~~ preparing, click here.)

otte signature ellen dress, boots and dress, dress with boots

As a result, I’ve been filtering a bit of fall flavor into my outfits, as evidenced by yesterday’s white denim look.

I’m all about keeping it easy, breezy and very lightly layered when I’m not at the office — especially over the next month, in which humidity and subway steam will continue to join forces and drive us crazy here in New York. I actually have this Ellen dress from Otte (styled here) — it’s one of my favorite pieces!

*I originally published this post under my column for Glam.com. Click on over for info and outfit details!
Have a great weekend. I’ll be out celebrating Jessica’s birthday!

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5 comments

Lara on August 31, 2023 at 8:05 am

Love this, especially with the neutral accents and the fun statement necklace. Hope you enjoy your weekend!

xox Lara http://www.weheartbeautyblog.com

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lauren @ la petite fashionista on August 31, 2023 at 9:29 am

I adore the white drapey dress. the perfect rebellion against labor day fashion

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Kendra on September 1, 2023 at 10:38 am

I am so excited o bust out my fall ensembles! I love those boots…so cute!

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Nikki on September 2, 2023 at 2:49 pm

Love this look! Perfect transition to fall. The boots with the dress are fantastic. Hope you are enjoying your long weekend!

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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Nicole Kaufmann on September 19, 2023 at 11:21 am

What are the booties? Been wanting a pair like that!

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