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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.)
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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Bonjour, mademoiselles! At the moment, I’m somewhere over the Atlantic on my way to Paris for a few days… (Yay!)
It’s my second trip to the City of Light — but my first in the spring, when it’s rainy and a bit on the chilly side. This time-around, packing was a breeze… Kind of.
Here’s what’s in my suitcase (lots of which you can find on sale):
Packing for this trip was hard, because what does one wear in Paris in the spring? It’s raining, kinda chilly but — I mean, it’s Paris. A girl’s gotta look cute.
Here was my thought process:
For any trip, I begin by doing a quick audit of what I have to take with me. This usually entails whatever I wear most often at home — black jeans, white layering tanks and my favorite long sleeve tee for starters. Then, I can pepper in items I “need” based on weather, agenda and so on.
(PARIS! What more of a reason to you need to shop for a few cute pieces?)
Both on the plane and once we are able to roam the city, I plan to spend most of the trip in my favorite rag & bone long sleeve tee — paired with those black jeans or J.Crew’s pixie pant. It’s all about stretchy fabrics, guys. Croissants for days. DAYS!
Beyond that, I plan to mix and match all of the pieces shown above.
Have you been to Paris in the spring? What did you pack?
Lots of photos, updates and more coming over the next few days! Feel free to follow along on Instagram or via Snapchat (screenshot this or search my username is coralsncognacs).
I’ve been wanting that striped Clare V clutch for the longest, and that blush trench is amazing! Also, have so much fun in Paris… I can’t wait to see all of the photos!!
Love all of the stripes! Have a fabulous trip! Can’t wait to see photos!
-Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com
Love how simple everything is! Have a great time!
Pink Champagne Problems
I’ve been wanting that striped Clare V clutch for the longest, and that blush trench is amazing! Also, have so much fun in Paris… I can’t wait to see all of the photos!!
Lauren
http://oliverstwistblog.com
Have fun lady!! See you back in class when you return!!
Sportsanista
So jealous!! I’m dying to go to Paris!!
Kisses,
Sarah
EverydayStarlet
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