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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.)

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January 12, 2024

Crop Top Turtleneck

Sartorially speaking, there’s nothing I love more than a perfectly concentrated pop of color.

Winter blues? Not here.

… Not yet, at least.

And, okay — admittedly, these photos were taken a day or two before the most recent polar vortex blanketed the East Coast, so that may have something to do with it.

You know how we’ve been talking about the appeal of a more minimalist wardrobe? Well, Kate Spade Saturday — purveyor of all things spirited, cute and colorful — is playing the same game.

Last week, the brand debuted an array of new arrivals called the Lucky Seven — a collection of fun, easy mix-and-match separates that’ll make our pared-down wardrobes much more wearable.

Among the collection is a cute (and functional) pocket dress, a weekend-worthy sweatshirt dress, and their best-selling striped satchel. I’ve been wearing the merino wool crop top turtleneck and matching skirt on the reg — along with a colorful topper. In today’s case, it’s my favorite bright yellow blazer, which is a seasonal staple that perks up my look without without being too over-the-top.

On another note, here’s a fun fact: Want to know what I really came close to naming today’s blog post?

Quadzilla, my friends. Quadzilla.

*My outfit:

Blazer: H&M (old; similar here)
Merino crop top turtleneck: c/o Kate Spade Saturday (also comes in black)
Merino wool skirt: c/o Kate Spade Saturday (comes in black)
Handbag: 3.1 Phillip Lim medium Pashli satchel
Boots: 3.1 Phillip Lim metallic boots
Necklace: Sequin NYC (love this BaubleBar version)

*My makeup:

Eyeshadow: Benefit creaseless shadow (in Birthday Suit)
Mascara: Lancôme Définicils high-impact mascara
Eyebrow pencil: Benefit instant brow pencil
Blush: Stila baked cheek powder
Foundation: Benefit ‘Hello Flawless’ foundation
Lipstick: NARS Audacious in ‘Annabella‘
Nail polish: Essie in ‘Sole Mate’

*Click to shop: KS Saturday ‘Lucky Seven’ | grey turtlenecks
this look (below):

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Lydia Hudgens Photography

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28 comments

Leah on January 12, 2024 at 8:41 am

Such a cute set! Love how you paired with the yellow jacket and gold booties!

Eat Pray Wear Love

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gem on January 12, 2024 at 9:16 am

You look great ! Be proud of those legs!!

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Sonya on January 12, 2024 at 9:24 am

Rock those quads! I just started following your blog last week. Love your honesty and writing style.

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- corals + cognacs on January 12, 2024 at 10:21 am
  
  So glad to have you, Sonya! Thanks for the compliment (and comment). x
  
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Baubles to Bubbles on January 12, 2024 at 9:47 am

The grey and yellow look so good together! The Saturday label is amazing. I love all the prints and colors they offer! This is making me miss bare legs badly. Only a few more months until spring ;)!

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Meagan on January 12, 2024 at 10:13 am

Love you gold booties!
-Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

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melissa on January 12, 2024 at 11:25 am

Love those booties!
xo,
Melissa
MissyOnMadison.com

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LoveCompassionateLee on January 12, 2024 at 11:43 am

Beautiful look! Who knew grey & yellow could be such a lovely pair? Happy Monday, Hallie
http://www.lovecompassionatelee.com/thinkoutloud/2015/1/12/11215

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Liz @ Shopping My Closet on January 12, 2024 at 12:13 pm

The blazer is the perfect shade of yellow!

Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com

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Alyssa of Knee-Highs & Pumpkin Spice on January 12, 2024 at 12:25 pm

Very office chic..love it!

xx, Alyssa
http://www.kneehighsandpumpkinspice.com/

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laurennnnaa on January 12, 2024 at 1:49 pm

I love these boots so much that I stalked them and found them on Barney’s Warehouse, but they sold out before I could purchase! So jealous!!

Lauren
http://www.oliverstwistblog.com

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- corals + cognacs on January 12, 2024 at 3:32 pm
  
  If I ever come across them again, I’ll shoot you an e-mail. What size shoe are you?
  
  Also, check Poshmark - I’ve seen them on there once before!
  
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  - Lauren on January 13, 2024 at 12:56 pm
    
    Thanks so much! I’m a 7.5, and I’ll definitely look through Poshmark!
    
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Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl on January 12, 2024 at 2:06 pm

That turtleneck is such a great piece for winter! LOVE this look on you!

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

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Larisa on January 12, 2024 at 4:20 pm

GURL you look amaze. Wish I could pull off booties without tights! My short legs look crazy whenever I try!

xx Larisa @ weheartbeauty.com

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Ella on January 12, 2024 at 6:02 pm

I love how you paired a choker-ish necklace with the turtleneck… I don’t think I ever would have thought of that *applause emoji*
http://www.youtube.com/sparklesandsuch26

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wockyjabber on January 12, 2024 at 7:57 pm

Your quads look amazing, FYI. So strong. Love it.

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Jenna at Boston Chic Party on January 12, 2024 at 8:02 pm

Love this look! Also quadzilla made me laugh out loud- your legs are killing it in these photos!!!

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Nikki on January 12, 2024 at 11:42 pm

I saw that top and skirt on the KS Saturday email a few days and had a small fit. I love love it! And it looks fantastic with that yellow blazer.

Nikki
thefashionablewife.com

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Briana on January 13, 2024 at 12:25 pm

You look INCREDIBLE! That outfit is on point….I need to get to KS Saturday ASAP.

xoxo
Briana
RoyallyPink.blogspot.com

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shirarosen88 on January 13, 2024 at 5:33 pm

I love a good pop of color so love how you kept the fun colored blazer with the neutral palette. And of course those booties are so.freakin.cool.

http://asequinloveaffair.com

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StushiGal Style on January 13, 2024 at 8:23 pm

Love this look! The blazer and the shoes look so good together! Great look!

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Brittany on January 13, 2024 at 9:51 pm

Girl your legs are on point!! Love the outfit as usual!

Xo
Brittany

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aprettythought on January 14, 2024 at 1:04 am

Those shoes are a show in itself. Love them!

Xo
http://www.hercharisma.com/

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Jordan on January 14, 2024 at 11:46 am

Such a quirky combo; I’m here for it!

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Lynn-Holly Fisher Wielenga on January 15, 2024 at 11:47 am

Umm… no Quadzilla here! You look awesome! Seriously. Love the outfit and you look amazing in it.
xx- Lynn-Holly

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