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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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March 9, 2024

Spring Fever

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Daylight Savings Time is the greatest holiday of the entire year. Every year. Forever and ever.

Happiness is an agenda-free, 40-degree morning with sunshine in the sky and spring on the horizon… Of course, these days are far and few between. But we’ll take what we can get this week, huh gals?

This past summer, I practically lived in maxi silhouettes — this skirt in particular.

They’re a great go-to for when you want to be comfortable but still look chic. I’ve been missing mine so much that I used the first semi-spring day as an excuse to debut their triumphant return into my wardrobe. At last!

I’ve been opting for a more laid-back look as of late on the account of the intensive training program I’m in (/done with!), and I must say: It feels good to wear, well, real person clothes. Something other than spandex, really.

(You’re all nodding like, “Yeah, girl. We know you like your Nike’s.”)

You know by now that I’m all about this sweater... Excessively so. My only regret is not buying it in every single color — isn’t reverse buyer’s remorse the worst?

I’ve worn it with over-the-knee boots and crisp white skinny jeans; but today I was feeling especially adventurous (I lead an exciting life), so I paired the boxy, relaxed fit with a floaty, feminine silhouette.

It’s the weekend, after all. I’ve got a handful of carb-loading sins to conceal…

Happy Monday, my friends. Here’s hoping Mother Nature doesn’t have another one of her bipolar episodes on us this week…

*In this post:

Pink turtleneck: Zara (nearly identical style here)
Floral skirt: Alice + Olivia (sold out, LOVE this version)
Blush pumps: Loeffler Randall ‘Remy’ (similar/less expensive version here)
Neon tote: Alexander Wang ‘Rockie’ in Tang (sold out, similar here)

*Click to shop: Pink turtlenecks| Alexander Wang bags
floral skirts | Loeffler Randall shoes | this post (below):

*Click to shop: floral silhouettes

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Lydia Hudgens Photography

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24 comments

Jenna {Clothed in Confetti} on March 9, 2024 at 6:46 am

100% with you on Spring Forward being the best holiday - I legit went around yesterday wishing people “happy spring forward!”. Sure I was greeted with some strange looks, but it MUST be celebrated!

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fizzandfrosting on March 9, 2024 at 7:30 am

That skirt is STUNNING. I love the print and flow-y cut!

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Dana on March 9, 2024 at 7:49 am

This is so fresh and springy - LOVE it. Have a great monday

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Liz - Shopping My Closet on March 9, 2024 at 12:07 pm

Love the skirt! Hope the warm weather sticks around there!

Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com

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dana mannarino on March 9, 2024 at 12:44 pm

That skirt. Gimme gimme gimme!

Pink Champagne Problems

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Anita Dukart on March 9, 2024 at 1:20 pm

I love the thick sweater - floral skirt combo! So pretty. Also I don’t know that it gets more winter-spring transitional than that!

Always, Anita

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Gold Coast Girl on March 9, 2024 at 1:39 pm

I’m getting super excited about warmer weather. Cute outfit! Love the floral skirt and that bag is such a beautiful color!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com/

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Gretchen | Gretchruns on March 9, 2024 at 1:40 pm

I just have to say that your legs look AMAZING! I started spinning again this month and I hope mine come out like that.

Oh, and I love that sweater. Looks so snuggly!

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- corals + cognacs on March 9, 2024 at 2:41 pm
  
  Thank you! And yes, indoor cycling definitely helps… Come take a SoulCycle class if/when you’re in the city! x
  
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Meagan on March 9, 2024 at 3:51 pm

Very spring-y outfit!
-Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

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melissa on March 9, 2024 at 5:02 pm

Love all of the colors Hallie!
xo,
Melissa
MissyOnMadison.com

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Summer on March 9, 2024 at 5:18 pm

omg how can you be so optimistic about losing an hour of sleep!! I’m going to try to adopt your attitude as I take a quick three weeks to eventually adjust to the time change, haha

summerandatlantic.blogspot.com

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comfortablyychic on March 9, 2024 at 8:05 pm

You look fab! I’m kicking myself for not buying that Zara sweater. It’s the perfect Chicago “spring” transition piece.

I HATED daylight savings time this morning but absolutely loved it walking home because it wasn’t pitch black out.

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

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Leah on March 9, 2024 at 10:32 pm

1. You look amaze!
2. Congrats on finishing!
3. Reverse buyers remorse IS the worse.
4. <3

xx, Leah / Eat Pray Wear Love

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What to wear on March 9, 2024 at 11:04 pm

Need a neon tote this spring!

http://www.whattowearwheretobuy.tumblr.com

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Jessie on March 10, 2024 at 8:22 am

Maxi skirts are the perfect real-person alternative to spandex! Hear hear.

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Gretchen | Gretchruns on March 10, 2024 at 9:16 am

Only if you’re the one teaching!

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My Style Vita (@MyStyleVita) on March 10, 2024 at 10:30 am

I do adore daylight savings. Love that it stays light in Atlanta until 8:30 in the summer, best ever!

xo Jessica
http://www.mystylevita.com

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Ali (A Dash of Details) on March 10, 2024 at 12:22 pm

love this look! I am so ready for spring!

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LoveCompassionateLee on March 10, 2024 at 1:59 pm

Yesterday, was so warm that I definitely have spring fever! And, this skirt is the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of brighter days. Happy Tuesday

http://www.lovecompassionatelee.com/

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Greta Hollar on March 10, 2024 at 9:23 pm

I’m obsessed with the textures and colors of this outfit! Gorgeous!

http://www.gretahollar.com

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Jamie Hatcher on March 10, 2024 at 11:56 pm

Great transition look! I love the sweater and skirt combo

Jamie
http://www.treatsandtrendsblog.com

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