handbag // necklace // skirt // coat // booties // blouse

I am back from my trip to New York! I had the best time and was able to pack in a lot of the things I loved to do when I lived there. And that, of course, includes shopping! It took all of my will power to not break the bank and buy everything that caught my eye.

As winter is looming closer, I am wanting to add a few new coats to my collection. I love the cocoon coats from J.Crew. They are comfortable and stylish. This cocoon coat has a beautiful texture that will make wearing a coat not so mundane. This skirt will not break the bank and one that you will wear for years. Pair it with this blouse and you have the perfect outfit to wear to work. I can’t resist anything that has a bow on it, and the “bow-tie” blouse look is currently in right now.

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Today I am leaving for New York City for a long weekend getaway! I am heading there to attend two conferences and a brunch event,  but I am excited to eat at my favorite restaurants, stroll through central park and sit by the duck pond, shop till I drop up and down 5th avenue, and of course see my friends. As a former (and forever) New Yorker, I get a lot of questions on what places to go and things to see and do. I could probably write a month’s worth of posts on restaurants, bars, attractions, etc., but to save us both time, I tried to narrow down some note worthy places.

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coat // pants // sweater // handbag // boots // ring // earrings

In the fall and winter I like to keep my wardrobe basic with neutrals. I am always roaming around during the day in either an all black attire or in a big white sweater with my favorite pair of leggings. As a collector of coats, this collarless cream coat is on my list of must have. I already own a collarless coat and love wearing it. I always get a ton of compliments on it. Another item that I want to add are these tall boots. Currently all of my tall boots are flats and would love to add a heel for a more dressed up look. This look is simple, yet looks put together.