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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.

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 18, 2024

A Pop of Pink

There’s nothing like a pop of pink to brighten up your winter wardrobe routine.

… Subtleness has never been my strong suit.

I wear this neon maxi skirt religiously during warmer weather (say, with a classic jean jacket or a basic tee) but since I was shopping my own closet for Fashion Week, I decided to ignore the forecast, up the ante and style her despite the snow.

pink-skirt

This is my look from NYFW, Day Three — most of which was spent outdoors. Well, kind of. You’ll see. A recap is coming your way this week! (You’re welcome to read Day 1 and Day 2, if you haven’t already.)

And with that whole shopping my closet thing, the one exception is these shoes. I couldn’t not - they were on sale! Treat yo’self, right?

sophia-webster-heels *Wearing: Collective Habit skirt (also styled here and here), Calvin Klein striped tee (also styled here), Zara studio cropped jacket, Laudi Vidni clutch (also styled here), Sophia Webster Roka 2 suede pumps (more of here shoes available at Nordstrom and Neiman’s), Tom Ford sunglasses

// Click below to get the look:

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Photos taken by Jessica Sturdy

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26 comments

Annick on February 18, 2024 at 7:25 am

Those shoes are absolutely STUNNING! No wonder you couldn’t pass them up! Love the flowy skirt - gorgeous look Hallie!

Bold Subtlety

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Leah on February 18, 2024 at 7:29 am

Love it! If you’re going to make a statement, it might as well be a bold one

EatPrayWearLove

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Rachel on February 18, 2024 at 7:54 am

I’d like to steal your shoe collection please!

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Kristi on February 18, 2024 at 8:48 am

Ooooh la la! I love these heels! If you’re an 8 1/2 then I’ll be relocating to NYC…
xx,
Kristi

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Kayla Wallace Gilbert on February 18, 2024 at 9:11 am

Totally LOVED this outfit when I saw it on your Day in the Life video! I need that skirt and those pumps asap! So gorgeous Hallie!

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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comfortablyychic on February 18, 2024 at 9:16 am

Those shoes are amazing! Love this look.

Jen
http://www.comfortably-chic.com

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Meagan on February 18, 2024 at 9:28 am

That skirt is incredible! I love anything pink!
-Meg

http://www.dillandscout.etsy.com
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

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Johanna on February 18, 2024 at 9:30 am

I love your coat, Hallie. Pink suits you!

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Niki Caron on February 18, 2024 at 9:31 am

Absolutely beautiful!!!

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Jourdin on February 18, 2024 at 10:41 am

I don’t blame you at all for buying the shoes. They’re so cool!

http://www.bonjourdin.com

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Kristin @ Crumbs & Curls on February 18, 2024 at 10:39 am

The color of your skirt is gorgeous! Your shoes are fab!!

Kristin
Crumbs & Curls

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Deanna on February 18, 2024 at 10:53 am

Amazing heels!

xx
Because I’m Obsessed

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Julia / Lemon Stripes on February 18, 2024 at 12:04 pm

DAYUM

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Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache on February 18, 2024 at 11:41 am

Those shoes are amazing!

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Casey on February 18, 2024 at 11:41 am

Nothing wrong with challenging the typical winter wardrobe, love that skirt!

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shortisthenewblack on February 18, 2024 at 12:03 pm

You look gorgeous, Hallie! I’m loving that skirt and those pumps. Fully on board with the treat yo’self any day of the week!

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Lacey on February 18, 2024 at 12:26 pm

Yes yes yes to those pumps! So sad I didn’t snatch them up. Major FOMO.

xo
Lacey
http://alaceyperspective.com

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- corals + cognacs on February 18, 2024 at 12:46 pm
  
  I snagged the last pair other than that size 36… Which is how I knew it was fate! Sorry, girlfran.
  
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The Avg Girl Guide (@AvgGirlsGuide) on February 18, 2024 at 2:27 pm

What a fun outfit!! LOVE wearing this skirt in winter… it just makes you/me smile. And, those shoes… well, not sure I can pull them off but you look. perfect!

alyson
http://www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

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Nikki on February 18, 2024 at 3:09 pm

This outfit is AMAZING!! AND those shoes are seriously gorgeous! Love love this look! You look fantastic.

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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Kiri on February 18, 2024 at 3:25 pm

I love those shoes as soon as I saw them in my email. Lovely outfit once again.
X
Kiri
http://www.fashionblender.com.au
http://www.facebook.com/FashionBlender

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Flannery on February 18, 2024 at 4:22 pm

OMG! That skirt is amaze balls! It’s so refreshing to see someone else who’s not afraid of color!
Cheers!
Flannery
http://www.thefashiontweaker.com

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corals + cognacs on February 18, 2024 at 4:52 pm

Yes, you could. And thank you! Have to do something to pull myself out of my Seasonal Affect Disorder — dressing in color is the simplest sure-fire way!

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Briana on February 19, 2024 at 7:37 pm

Those shoes are EVERYTHING! Obsessed!

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Brooke on February 21, 2024 at 8:29 am

When I saw you post about these shoes I thought they reminded me of something but couldn’t put my finger on it. Then, one of my friends posted some picture from Disney’s Frozen and that’s when it hit me! Your shoes look like the dress Elsa wore!

http://i1179.photobucket.com/albums/x398/merrymoondancer9/elsacoro_zpsc5a2f516.png

I also really love those shoes… like a lot.

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