Seasons Change

Every day it’s starting to feel more and more like fall. The leaves are changing and the air is crisp. It’s the perfect time of year for a casual and cuddly look.

Late October/early November is probably my favorite time of year. As excited as I am for it to be here already it’s making me wish time would slow down a bit. The year 2020 is flying by…and that’s probably a good thing (hello worst year ever!)…but I feel like when it flies by and nothing really happens it makes me feel so unproductive! So this weekend I’m going to try to do a few things to make me feel like I’m getting something accomplished. Isn’t that what weekends are for anyway?

My plans for this weekend include:

  • cleaning the apartment (typical weekend chores)

  • napping (maybe even more typical!)

  • cooking up some yummy fall food…okay let’s be real, Chris is cooking and I’ll just be eating. Some things I’m excited that he’s making are a butternut squash soup and a mushroom & leek bread. YUM!!!

  • taking care of poor Rocko’s allergies…his skin is a mess this time of year

  • folding a few more drawers the Marie Kondo way

  • reading a few more chapters of my book. It’s been my new year’s resolution to read one book a month which I was able to easily stick to.

  • get excited for the Biden/Harris texting training I’m taking on Monday so I can be part of their texting team. So excited to help get the word out to vote. We voted absentee a few days ago…more about that on my IG soon

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What are you all up to this weekend? Try to get out a little and enjoy this weather…and PLEASE wear a mask! Again, these are the ones I have been wearing that I absolutely love. The masks with the adjustable ear straps are a game changer in my humble opinion.

End of Season Sales

One thing I love about working in Midtown Manhattan is that on my lunch breaks I can go for a walk and shop at my favorite stores. The one thing I hate about working in Midtown Manhattan is that over my lunch breaks I can shop till I drop (all my money!) at my favorite stores. Ugh! The struggle is real guys! So you know I was pleasantly surprised this past week when I stopped by some of my go to stores and saw that everyone is having huge end of season sales and sales on new collections.

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Zara is taking up to 70% off online and in the store.

Save up to 70% off at Pixie Market.

Take 40% off full price items, and an extra 60% off of sale items at LOFT.

Final clearance sale at ASOS. They are taking up to 70% off.

Lord & Taylor is taking over 55% off almost all coats, up to 75% off of dresses, and up to 60% off of almost all handbags.

Take 30% off of all women's jackets and coats at Urban Outfitters.

Take an extra 50% off of all winter sweaters at Brooklyn Industries.

& Other Stories is taking up to 70% off.

Take 40% off of regular priced items in their spring collection at Banana Republic. Use the promo code BRSTYLE at checkout.

Stop by Modcloth and save up to 70% off of their sale items.

Happy shopping everyone!!!

It's Getting Chilly

Winter is just around the corner. Doesn't feel quite like it right now here in NYC (how is it 60+ in mid-November?!?!)...but they are saying the temps are going to drop on Sunday. With the chilly days ahead of us I instantly start thinking of warm and cuddly sweaters.

To me there isn't anything more classic than wearing black and white. Stay warm all winter long while staying in style.

Herringbone Sweater available at LOFT- $79.50

BDG Aria Striped Turtleneck Sweater available at Urban Outfitters- $69

Stripe Aire Yarn Turtleneck Sweater available at Banana Republic- $88

Top 5 Spring/Summer Trends

It's was 75 degrees in NYC today...and will be again tomorrow. This warm weather in mid-March is blowing my mind! Now all I want to do is shop for some spring and summer clothing.

Here are the five items I need in my closet (NOW!) for this spring and summer.

Belted Zip Trench Coat in Water Resistant Cotton available at J.Crew- on sale for $159.99

Belted Zip Trench Coat in Water Resistant Cotton available at J.Crew- on sale for $159.99

1) Trench Coat- This is a must! Everyone needs a great trench coat for those chilly spring mornings/evenings. I really love this one, not only for the great color but for the fact that it is made of water resistant cotton. This is so perfect for those rainy spring days.

Striped Flare Dress available at LOFT- $79.50

Striped Flare Dress available at LOFT- $79.50

2) Striped Dress- Stripes are huge this coming season. I think it is a great idea to throw this bold look into your dress collection. Why have a boring LBD (or LWD) when you can stand out and wear stripes?!?!

Mid Rise Sailor Bell Flare Pant available at Express- $88 (buy one get second pair for $29.90)

Mid Rise Sailor Bell Flare Pant available at Express- $88 (buy one get second pair for $29.90)

3) Flared Denim- Even though skinny jeans are still very much in style, flared denim is definitely gaining in popularity. Just as cute, and a whole lot more comfortable.

Beetle Brooch available at Banana Republic- $28

Beetle Brooch available at Banana Republic- $28

4) Brooches/Pins- These are the must have accessory of the season! Add a silly pin or an antique brooch to any look and you will be instantly on trend. It's such a simple way to jazz up your look.

Long Jumpsuit available at Zara- $69.90

Long Jumpsuit available at Zara- $69.90

5) Jumpsuits- Everyone needs one of these in their wardrobe! Jumpsuits instantly make you look chic and put together. It's what I like to call simple style. It's a no-brainer way to look fabulous!

Scallop Details

I'm currently lusting after scallop details! No matter how you wear them (in your jewelry, accessories, collars, or hemlines), they always add just a little something to your look that shows you are on trend. It's such a simple way to jazz up your look!

Here are some of my faves:

Contrast Collar Scallop Shirt available at ASOS- $45

Detour to Dashing Blazer available at ModCloth- $59.99

Scallop Metro Watch available at Kate Spade- $195

Scallop Hem Shift Dress available at The Limited- on sale for $64.99

Scalloped White Silk Blouse available Banana Republic- $98

Scuba Skirt available at H&M- $49.99

How will you wear this scallop trend???