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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 7, 2024

Link Love, Vol. 7

It’s been awhile since we’ve done a little link love ’round here, and since I’m out and about running all over Manhattan like a high-heeled maniac (natch), I thought today was a fitting time to do so.

If you’re here looking for a behind-the-scenes Fashion Week Recap, don’t worry; I’m working on it. I’ll have updates for you soon, in the meantime…

Here’s what it’s really like at a runway show.
Only Liz could make all black err’thang and a ponytail look this good.
In case you missed it, I’m hosting a giveaway with Jack Rogers this week.
How are you doing on those New Year’s Resolutions? Yeah. This will make you feel better.
I can’t say no to Shopbop’s seasonal clearance — think I need leather leggings and a new pair of boots.
I can’t decide if I’m more envious of Stefanie’s Lilly Pulitzer dress or the fact that she’s sans tights.
Just signed up for The StyleUp, a once-daily e-mail with your local weather and outfit inspo to match.
My partner-in-crime, Jessica, made me laugh with this article about being single in your twenties.
I had virtual coffee with my friend in Paris, Natalie, at Mint Love Social Club this week.
Do not read Victoria’s recipe for truffle mac & cheese with prosciutto on an empty stomach!

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Have a nice weekend! You know where I’ll be - and I’d love for you to join me.

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6 comments

Erin on February 7, 2024 at 12:13 pm

Dude. I am soooooo making that truffle mac ‘n cheese next week!

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Kristi on February 8, 2024 at 7:28 am

I live for truffled mac n cheese! Love these links xx

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Stefanie // Life on the Squares on February 8, 2024 at 11:11 am

Love this round up! Thanks for thinking of me lady have so much fun at fashion week and hope to see you again in the fall!! xox

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Leah on February 9, 2024 at 9:43 am

That truffle mac n cheese looks to die for! Hope you are having a great weekend!

EatPrayWearLove

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Kiri on February 10, 2024 at 8:06 pm

I’m going to head straight to the first link now.
Kiri
http://www.fashionblender.com.au
http://www.facebook.com/FashionBlender

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- corals + cognacs on February 10, 2024 at 8:15 pm
  
  It’s a good one. Spread the word/pass it along to all your single girlfriends! : )
  
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