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Hello loves!
I hope you’re all having a fantastic weekend. I’ve just come back from brunch with a few of my favorite people and the tipsiness has mostly worn off by now. I love that we have the tradition of meeting up every year around this time, exchanging gifts and stories and so much laughter. Even though we all have so much going on in our lives, we manage to find one afternoon where we can all get together and I think that’s so special. I’m one of those people who consider my friends as family, and I treasure them all so much!
Sorry for getting sappy for a minute there!
Let’s get back to fashion, shall we? This second party look is featuring a super versatile dress from Layered by Cake. It can easily be worn with heels and a statement necklace and little jacket, or as I’ve shown here, with print flats and a lightweight trench. I wanted to keep the look pretty simple, so I paired it with some delicate gold jewelry, a luxe little vintage handbag, and a bow belt to accent my waist and add some interest.

Dress / Layered by Cake // Trench / H&M (similar) // Flats / Sole Society // Necklace / Gorjana // Clutch / vintage (similar) // Crystal ring / Alexis Bittar (Box of Style) // Belt / Forever 21 (similar)

New York at the holidays. I can’t think of a more perfect time to visit. Yes, it was chilly, but that made it that more delightful to slip in to a little coffee shop for a cappuccino or French restaurant for a bowl of soup and to watch through the windows as people walk by. And, also, sales! In addition to the J.Crew jewelry I’ve already posted, I made my first ever venture into Inglot! I’ve been following the brand for a while now, but can’t exactly say that it’s accessible in the states. I was so happy to take a crash course tour of the island of Manhattan; below, some highlights.

Waiting for our flight, I started a new book and cozied up in my new snow boots from Sorel. Coat from Forever 21, bucket bag from Old Navy.

My accessories layout at our hotel room. I wanted to stick with one metal tone (gold, duh!) versatile scarves (cream/navy, black and leopard), and a couple of pairs of sunnies.
Jewelry from Jewelmint, J.Crew, BaubleBar, Bulova.
Scarves from AGlamourGirlsCloset(Instagram), Old Navy.

A gorgeous view of the city from Hoboken, NJ.

A little festive-ness near Radio City Music Hall.
We creeped around this hotel for some warmth and a photo op!
Coat, Burberry (borrowed from the boyfriend’s generous Grandma!)
Sorel boots, Old Navy skinnies, Old Navy bucket bag.

My Inglot goodies!
Slim Gel Lipstick in No. 56
Freedom Eyeshadow in No. 413 Pearl
Body Pigment Powder Pearl in No.39

One of my walking-around outfits. I do believe it was 28 degrees when we left the hotel the morning I took this!
Scarf – Old Navy
Cable knit sweater – vintage
Black skinnies – Old Navy
Sneakers – New Balance

Myself, Mark and Mark’s brother, Jack, at the incredibly inventive restaurant/gourmet grocery store hybrid, Eatily. I LOVED the concept of different little stations for crudo, vegetables, paninis, etc. Given the option by such courteous gentleman, I chose the crudo station. Succccch a good decision.

Fresh tuna wrapped in roasted red pepper with kalamata olives and olive oil (one of many awesome small plates we sampled.)

This trip, my first to New York, was one of the most special and meaningful trips I’ve ever been on. Spending time with the family of the love of my life and seeing how everyone comes together with love and support… Touched my heart. I can’t wait to go back to experience more of all that New York has to offer.

Holiday Party Look : Striped Dress

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