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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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October 30, 2023

Lying

Well, I was prepared to happily inform that it’s not yet tights season in New York, but after yesterday’s chilling walk home, I’d only be lying to the both of us. (So much for that wax.)

As it turns out, an extroverted love for fall is growing on me. As sad as I was to see the summer go, I love the comforting feeling that chillier temps and a cozy new wardrobe can bring.

Sadly (for me), The Vest will be temporarily retiring soon. In return, I plan to trade up for anything oversized that only remotely resembles clothing. The chunkier the knit, the better the sweater. Deal with it, boys!

I laughed out loud reading Alyssa’s chunky knit round-up, because I’m in the same boat.

Much of my winter weather gear is at home in Ohio (storage/closet space is an issue in New York, though I am certainly blessed in that department), so hopefully my mother reads this and feels compelled to prevent me from a late-night, wine-induced Shopbop spree.

*Wearing: Club Monaco Vest, Madewell raglan tee, faux-leather skirt c/o Target, 3.1 Phillip Lim booties (also styled here), Sequin NYC necklace & bangle, 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli (similar)

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Photos taken by Jessica Sturdy

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Rachel on October 30, 2023 at 8:03 am

I would topple over wearing these heeled booties, but they ARE so cute!

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Heidi on October 30, 2023 at 8:29 am

I know it isn’t proper to idolize golden idols, but holy heck those shoes are amazing. I would bow down to them!

http://jax-and-jewels.blogspot.com

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Alyssa Longobucco on October 30, 2023 at 8:53 am

I cursed my walk home the other day sans-tights. I WAS FREAKIN’ FREEEEEEZZZING! I think you’re right. Tights weather is officially upon us!

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Annick on October 30, 2023 at 8:59 am

So sad the vest is retiring, but then again, hooray for chunky knits and sweaters! Love the boots in this look - such a gorgeous statement piece!

Bold Subtlety

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Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache on October 30, 2023 at 9:14 am

While my winter clothes aren’t quite as far away (in NJ) I’m still feeling the hole in my closet around outerwear.

Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache

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Merritt on October 30, 2023 at 9:19 am

I don’t think I’ll ever stop being obsessed with those boots - so amazing!

The Style Scribe

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- corals + cognacs on October 30, 2023 at 10:51 am
  
  Thank you, girlfriend! My best (and luckiest) Shopbop sale find to-date. I guess it pays to be persistent (/obsessive). Retail restraining order, right this way…
  
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Liz McAvoy (@lizmcavoy) on October 30, 2023 at 9:27 am

I love that you really just let the shoes speak for themselves — crisp whites and black leather will always win in my book

xo, Liz
{What Dress Code?}

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- corals + cognacs on October 30, 2023 at 10:50 am
  
  You could have written this post for me. Well said, Liz - couldn’t agree more! x
  
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Rachel Yacapraro on October 30, 2023 at 9:57 am

Those Phillip Lim boots are perfection!

http://www.taffetaandcedar.com

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Valerie C (@valerielily) on October 30, 2023 at 11:03 am

Those shoes are such a va-va-voooom piece! You look bangin’. 😉

Sad to see that the vest is retiring (for now), but bring on all the chunky knits!

xo, http://www.lilyonfillmore.com

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Rose on October 30, 2023 at 11:15 am

This look is so great/so classic/so you! I love the gold in all your accessories, that necklace looks so good on the white top

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- corals + cognacs on October 30, 2023 at 12:21 pm
  
  One of my favorites. Love me some Sequin!
  
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Abby on October 30, 2023 at 11:57 am

That bag, those shoes! I die — so amazing!

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Niki on October 30, 2023 at 12:50 pm

I am all about fall clothing! Although I don’t know if I’m ready to accept exactly how cold it is right now! I love your outfit!

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Emily Lunstroth on October 30, 2023 at 2:17 pm

stop it love this outfit!

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Nikki on October 30, 2023 at 2:42 pm

Love the black and white with those shoes. Like WOW. And the bag! You look fab as always!

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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Kodi on October 30, 2023 at 6:50 pm

I just went through my tights draw to taken inventory of what made it through last year without running on me — as much as I love bare legs come spring I’m so excited it’s finally time to wear tights this season! I complain about the cold of winter but I don’t think I’d ever want to live someplace where the weather was the same all the time. Talk about limiting my closet!

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Kelly in the City on October 31, 2023 at 11:40 am

LOVEEEE your skirt, girl! You look amazing! And those shoes?! Can I be you?!

<3

Kelly
kellyinthecity.com

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katyrose16 on October 31, 2023 at 4:49 pm

Loving the faux-leather skirt! And I’ve been in denial about tights weather too. But couldn’t stop myself from pulling them out earlier this week when the day’s temp wasn’t even going to his 50*! - Katy

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Ashley on November 1, 2023 at 12:46 pm

I love the color of your pashli! I actually want to wear tights now…. but the 75 degree weather in Atlanta isn’t making that possible.

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Grace Ajanaku on November 1, 2023 at 2:35 pm

Hallie, those boots are amazing! And so is your style. You totally belong on 1stclassfashion.com

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Ana Jacobs on November 9, 2023 at 6:21 am

Great Boots!! love it
Beijos, Ana

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HL on November 12, 2023 at 3:38 pm

Those boots are fantastic!

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