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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.)

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February 25, 2024

Proportions

I love a color-packed palette as much as the next girl, but an ensemble that’s mainly monochromatic can be the prettiest way to go.

… And over the past few months especially, I’ve become uncharacteristically drawn to winter white.

Cold-and-dreary weather or not, when it comes to styling a look that’s sleek, chic and sophisticated, I often go heavy on the neutrals and light on the brights. You really can’t go wrong, can you? (But, seriously, is it spring yet?)

The thick texture of this Zara mermaid skirt keeps the look feeling cool-weather appropriate, and while the New York in me swears by her all black ensembles, today’s ivory tone makes for a refreshing style statement.

I’m off to the west coast today (with quite the send-off yesterday) so here’s hoping I can leave my faux fur separates at home. Vitamin D, please!

best-looks-from-nyfw

*Wearing: Express coat, Zara mermaid skirt (sold out), Zara tee, vintage Chanel necklace (thrifted in Japan), 3.1 Phillip Lim boots (last seen here and here), Sequin Jewelry cuff, ring c/o Capwell + Co

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Lydia Hudgens Photography

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22 comments

Rachelle on February 25, 2024 at 6:34 am

that skirt is everything, love the movement and how flowy it is.

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Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl on February 25, 2024 at 7:12 am

Shut up, this is GORGEOUS!! I love the hair, the the boots the jacket the skirt…love it all!

xoxo
Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
http://poorlittleitgirl.com

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Leah on February 25, 2024 at 7:20 am

That coat! {insert emoji with heart shaped eyes here}

xx

EatPrayWearLove

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heidicharlenephotography on February 25, 2024 at 7:26 am

I can’t wear too much white because I’m a certified spiller, but that skirt looks amazing and I would carry extra Tide pens just to justify wearing it all the time!

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

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Alyssa Longobucco on February 25, 2024 at 8:33 am

Hello, beauty! Your hair is looking magical here, I must say. I would wear white more often if I could, but I happen to be a very gifted klutz. Let’s just say it doesn’t stay white for long.

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Meaghan on February 25, 2024 at 7:46 am

One of my favorite looks from you. & I’ll take this coat, please

xx Meaghan
districtsparkle.com

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Meghan on February 25, 2024 at 8:48 am

That coat is express?! amaaaaaazing.

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Meagan on February 25, 2024 at 9:22 am

Love your skirt! I don’t think I’m brave enough to do a “winter white” ensemble, but you look amazing!
-Meg
http://www.dillandscout.etsy.com
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

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Jessica Lee Hart on February 25, 2024 at 9:57 am

You look stunning in that black fur and tea length skirt. The boots make the outfit pop with that antique shade of gold. Love this look!
Jessica
the way to my Hart

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comfortablyychic on February 25, 2024 at 10:23 am

I am in need of some serious Vitamin D! We were up to 65 on Saturday and it’s back to 30s today - such a tease.

Love those gold booties!

Safe travels,
Jen

comfortably chic

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Lacey on February 25, 2024 at 11:48 am

Your hair looks so fab in this post! Also, I am madly in love with that necklace! Still on the hunt for one to call my own.

xo
Lacey
http://alaceyperspective.com

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Kayla Wallace Gilbert on February 25, 2024 at 1:01 pm

Stunning Hallie! Just stunning! Your hair looks fannnntastic!! : )

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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Kelly in the City on February 25, 2024 at 5:32 pm

Aww! This is so cute. You’re gorgeous Love the skirt, and adore the jacket!

<3
Kelly
kellyinthecity.com

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lara sophia on February 25, 2024 at 5:37 pm

love the skirt and coat! it’s a great look
xx
chicandsequined.com

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Nikki on February 25, 2024 at 9:08 pm

You look fabulous! I love it all - the jacket, the shoes, the skirt… you look amazing!

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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kim m. (@kimair) on February 26, 2024 at 10:34 am

maybe one of my favorite looks ever on you! i also can’t believe that jacket is express…looks vintage!

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Niki Caron on February 26, 2024 at 2:51 pm

This is such a fabulous outfit in every way!

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Kristin Clark (@KristinClarkFSU) on March 6, 2024 at 11:16 am

I love this whole outfit! The shoes are to die for, and the skirt is stunning!
xo
Kristin of LivingInColorPrint.com

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fetedujuliet on March 6, 2024 at 6:19 pm

Obsessed with your boots!

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