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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.

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.

May 22, 2024

Rulebreaker

PSA: I’m wearing white-on-white(-on-white) today.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Oh, God. Here come the YAAAS! White! AND BEFORE Memorial Day!” rebel cry-type blog posts.

Alas, no. Not here.

Proof that rules were made to be broken is in the one about wearing white before and/or after a certain date on the calendar. Or something.

I won’t harp on the fact that you can, should and probably already are wearing white jeans before Memorial Day, because this is an atrociously antiquated rule that we’re well beyond… Right? Right. Okay.

Ironically enough, I wore an ensemble very similarly to this just after Labor Day last year — and it just so happens to be one of my favorites looks to date. Though, then, it was unseasonably warm in New York. I can’t say the same for the spring we’ve had… That Mother Nature is one bi-polar bitch.

Whether its spring, summer, winter or fall, if it’s white, I say we should we wearing it. Perhaps this is my way of exercising extremes? All white err’thang all. the. time.

Really living on the sartorial edge, here. Who’s with me?

*Wearing: Rebecca Taylor sweatshirt (also love these styles), thrifted Chanel necklace, Gap jeans (similar on sale at J.Crew, also styled here), Alexander Wang lucite Rocco satchel, lucite heels c/o JustFab | *Beauty: NARS matte lip pencil in Never Say Never, NARS blush in Love Joy, Benefit Gimme Brow

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Lydia Hudgens Photography

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29 comments

Rosa Diana on May 22, 2024 at 6:29 am

Loving the look! And yes, I’m one of those who waits till after Memorial Day weekend to begin my “whites!” Having said that, it’s refreshing to see this street-style

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- corals + cognacs on May 22, 2024 at 9:47 am
  
  To each her own! Looking forward to seeing your summer whites… : )
  
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KATERINA on May 22, 2024 at 7:15 am

I love total white looks! I don’t care if it’s right or not, it’s my go-to style during summer

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Rachelle on May 22, 2024 at 7:58 am

this look is so fresh and cool, love your style.

xo
PinkSole

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Leah on May 22, 2024 at 8:51 am

White on white is a look that is always good in my book!

EatPrayWearLove

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Samantha Tananbaum (@sameve) on May 22, 2024 at 9:38 am

Totally agree that the rules about white are just silly. Love the textures and the black accessories. Those heels are killer!

xo
Sam

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Kayla on May 22, 2024 at 9:43 am

Yeahhhh to breaking all those STUPID fashion rules! You look fab! Those shoes are TOO good!

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl on May 22, 2024 at 9:44 am

You look amazing, as always!

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

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annelw11 on May 22, 2024 at 10:02 am

Have those shoes, wearing them on the blog today! They’re SO comfy and on trend! Love it!

http://www.successonstilettos.wordpress.com

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- corals + cognacs on May 22, 2024 at 10:15 am
  
  #Twinsies! They are — loving your skirt/jean jacket combo. Thanks for sharing!
  
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Kristin of Living In Color Print on May 22, 2024 at 10:38 am

Oh my goodness, those heels are to die for! Such a cute outfit lady!

xo
Kristin of LivingInColorPrint.com

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Rose on May 22, 2024 at 11:01 am

I am loving those heels!! I’ve been wanting to try the lucite heel trend (but not splurge on it) for a while now

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Fallon Carmichael | Sage + Sparkle on May 22, 2024 at 12:17 pm

Love those shoes!!!

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Meagan on May 22, 2024 at 12:39 pm

Love those white jeans!
-Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

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Casey on May 22, 2024 at 2:52 pm

I love white on white, so crisp

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Christa on May 22, 2024 at 3:19 pm

Absolutely in love with those heels, just ordered myself a pair!!

xx
Christa

noveltyblg.blogspot.com

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- corals + cognacs on May 23, 2024 at 1:26 am
  
  Twinsies! You’ll love ’em. Perfect summer sandals!
  
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HL on May 22, 2024 at 5:56 pm

Great outfit. Currently wearing white jeans. Love the trend.

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Missy On Madison on May 22, 2024 at 10:09 pm

Loving those shoes girl! So cute
xo,
Melissa
MissyOnMadison.com
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StushiGal Style on May 22, 2024 at 10:18 pm

I really like the necklace and the clear bag! The all white looks great in you! Love this look!

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Rania on May 22, 2024 at 11:54 pm

LOVE those shoes!! x

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Niki on May 23, 2024 at 11:53 am

I am all about white any time of year! You look gorg!

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dana mannarino on May 23, 2024 at 1:56 pm

That sweatshirt looks FAB on you. Love it girlfriend!

Pink Champagne Problems

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Lauren Singer on May 27, 2024 at 9:24 pm

I almost bought those shoes months ago, love the look. Lucite heels ftw!

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cassidylou on May 29, 2024 at 5:35 pm

your blog cracks me up, love how sassy you are!

Maddy
http://cassidylou.com

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