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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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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.

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February 12, 2024

Statement Shoes

Fashion Week in February just might be the bane of my high-heeled existence.

It has also proven to throw my balance, test my patience, kill my wallet and deplete my energy levels. Ironically, it has the opposite effect on my waistline, but that’s a story for a separate blog post…

Day One was crazy, right? What a goddamn wonderful experience… Let’s keep it going!

In the beginning of each season, I offer up a similar version of the following plea to my wardrobe — a space packed with such personality (neoprene sweaters! faux fur vests!) that I half-expect to hear it impatiently speaking back to me:

H: “What the hell am I going to wear for seven straight days of fashion shows!?”

C: “Literally ANYTHING in here — and then some. Asshole.”

…She’s right. This is then generally followed by a whine along the lines of, “And can it be cute and comfortable, please?” Six-inch stilettos can get pret-ty awful near the end of those 16-hour days.

Now, I know you’re here looking for Fashion Week Recap, Day 2 — but this isn’t it. Lolz. (It’s here!)

I haven’t told you ’til just now in the hope that you’ll stick around and read today’s post anyhow — it worked, I see! Just kidding — don’t worry, I’m working on it. My next recap from NYFW will be up before the week’s end, as there are many more shenanigans to share.

For today, it’s about the outfit. Mainly, the shoes.

Because I didn’t have time to wander out and pick a few bills from my money tree (as Jessica and I often joke), I shopped my own closet to assemble my Fashion Week ensembles. Although there may be ONE pair of new shoes in the mix…

As a reflection of the excitement and vibrant energy I always feel during Day One, I broke out of my standard, monochromatic winter uniform and donned a killer pair of red heels with some equally pretty prints — a palette that felt worthy of a fall/winter runway backdrop.

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*Wearing: Zara crop studio jacket (sold out), Elizabeth & James blouse (similar), Express pants (sold out; similar from J.Crew), green opal & crystal cuff c/o Capwell + Co (100% of proceeds benefit The Farley Project), alice + olivia pumps (also styled here), Ecco Dalaman shopper tote | *Beauty: NARS matte lip pencil in “Never Say Never” and blush in “Love Joy”

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Lydia Hudgens Photography

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heidicharlenephotography on February 12, 2024 at 7:27 am

Love the shoes and your commitment to wearing them all.day.long.

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

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Leah on February 12, 2024 at 7:37 am

A girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do 😉 LOVE those pants!

EatPrayWearLove

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Justine on February 12, 2024 at 8:23 am

I swear those pumps get me EVERY TIME. You look great, Halloe!

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Justine on February 12, 2024 at 8:23 am

Hallie* whoops!

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lauracaffeineLaura on February 12, 2024 at 9:26 am

Those shoes are such a gorgeous pop to your outfit! Major props for wearing them all day long!

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Rachel on February 12, 2024 at 8:41 am

Those shoes are fab!

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Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache on February 12, 2024 at 8:42 am

Those pumps are seriously gorgeous

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Kayla on February 12, 2024 at 9:11 am

I feel ya on the money tree.. where is mine? I keep waiting for it to start sprouting dollar bills..! Anyway, you look fantastic with what is already in your closet-LOVELOVELOVE those shoes! : )

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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Michelle on February 12, 2024 at 9:22 am

I can’t believe those pants are from express! Heading there immediately to grab my own pair!

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- corals + cognacs on February 12, 2024 at 9:37 am
  
  I know! They sold out awhile ago, but perhaps they still have them on a sale rack in-stores. Good luck looking, lady!
  
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Meghan on February 12, 2024 at 9:51 am

You look so gorgeous!

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Briggs on February 12, 2024 at 11:00 am

You need to break out of the mono looks more often!! This outfit is fabulous and I would kill for those shoes!!!!

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Meagan on February 12, 2024 at 12:50 pm

Love those shoes! If only I could don those babies in the court room (I’m an attorney) — I think the judge would think they were too flashy! Can’t wait for your next recap!
-Meg
http://www.dillandscout.etsy.com

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comfortablyychic on February 12, 2024 at 1:20 pm

Ahh the money tree…wish I had one of those. I have been reluctantly shopping my closet more and more lately because I REFUSE to purchase one more winter item. (I’m protesting the cold). Love that look I have the same NARS pencil and I love love that color.

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

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dana mannarino on February 12, 2024 at 2:46 pm

Hallie, you look stunning in these photos! And of course, the entire look is flawless.

Pink Champagne Problems

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Emily on February 12, 2024 at 4:37 pm

luuuuuveee this pallet!

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Miss Sophisticate on February 12, 2024 at 7:43 pm

Ahh those shoes are SO great! Also love the cropped jacket - very chic!

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Niki Caron on February 13, 2024 at 9:02 am

Gorgeous!!

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Jourdin on February 13, 2024 at 10:33 am

Love the pants!! Impressed you can wear those shoes all day!

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Kimberley on February 13, 2024 at 3:17 pm

Love your olive pants! Hope you had a blast.

Eleventh & Sixteenth

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Kiri on February 13, 2024 at 6:55 pm

Ah yes! There are those lovely red shoes again.
I like that you have used the jacket to break up the print of your top.
X
Kiri
http://www.fashionblender.com.au
http://www.facebook.com/FashionBlender

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Caity (@MoiContreLaVie) on February 15, 2024 at 5:24 pm

Great look! I really like the mixing & matching of these pieces and those heels are KILLER! <3

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Taylor- Lights Camera Catwalk on February 15, 2024 at 8:02 pm

Absolutely stunning outfit!

xo Taylor
http://www.lightscameracatwalk.com

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Lisa @ ShopGirlDaily.com on February 20, 2024 at 9:12 pm

I love whenever you pull out these shoes - they’re gorgeous!

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Jessica S (@jesshereandnow) on February 21, 2024 at 9:08 pm

Those shoes are WORTH the blisters. LOVE!
xx
Here&Now
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