November 2009
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Turkey Day
Thursday, November 26
The Occasion…
Thanksgiving dinner at my friend Lindsey’s apartment! Linds and I spent our first Thanksgiving in New York together last year, when we cooked a feast including a turkey, all the sides, and three kinds of pies. For two people. We spent the day watching the parade, followed by a marathon of all the Thanksgiving-themed Friends episodes. This...
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Going Mod
Wednesday, November 25 (I know, I have a lot of catching up to do!)
The Occasion…
Work and a trip to Tiffany’s. Fact: I should not be trusted with nice things. Last year my awesome boyfriend bought me silver studs from Tiffany for Christmas. Less than a month later, on New Year’s, I lost one. Dumb. I finally got around to asking them what I could do, and guess what? ...
Happy Thanksgiving!
This year, among other things, I am thankful for this blog and the blogging community that has embraced me. Thank you so much for your kind words and compliments. It truly means so much to me!
I’ll be taking a short break to enjoy the long weekend, so regular posts will resume on Monday.
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Matchy Matchy
Tuesday, November 24
Work and a lunch hour jaunt through Central Park. I’ve been really stressed at work lately so I started taking solitary lunch hours to read. Sometimes you just have to shut everything out for a good while to maintain your sanity, and yall, the park was ridic beautiful. I even saw a guy who looked to be in a major hurry stop and take a picture of the pond on his...
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As Seen In: Chicisimo, Part Deux
I’m on Chicisimo again today! Thanks, Maria!
I would just like to point out that I was not wearing, nor do I condone jeggings ;)
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It's Always About The Shoes
Monday, November 23
The Occasion…
Work
The Outfit…
Purple Cardigan - thrifted (previously worn here)
Black Tie Neck Blouse - Express Design Studio (previously worn here)
Black Pencil Skirt - Ann Taylor
Black Ribbed Tights - drugstore
Gold Python Pumps - Bally (previously worn here)
The Explanation… I was super busy at work so I only got a couple of quick snaps. ...
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Tout Noir
Saturday, November 21
La Femme Fete, a shopping event featuring vintage fashions by Sammy Davis and Happy Hill Vintage, along with Kim Last jewelry and Laura Trimble stationary. I left with a darling brooch from HHV, and was seriously considering buying holiday cards from Laura, but I haven’t made up my mind yet :)
The Outfit…
Black Lace Dress - Catherine Malandrino, thrifted
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So Waisted
Friday, November 20
Work including an office Thanksgiving potluck lunch!
The Outfit…
Red Drapey Cardi - DKNY (previously seen here)
White Tank Top - men’s Hanes undershirt
Black High-Waisted, Wide-Legged Trousers - Mint by Jodi Arnold via Deja Vu Boutique (Tampa, FL)
Black Elastic Belt - came with pants
Black Headband - drugstore
Abalone Flower Necklace - Handmade by my...
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As Seen In: Chicisimo!
Thank you to Maria of Chicisimo for featuring me in my favorite new skirt on her site! Chicisimo is an international fashion blogger community where you can find inspiration for just about every style out there. Head on over and check it out…and if you liked that outfit, give me a “chic” vote :)
p.s. Thank you to Becky for including me in her Fab Five Friday post!
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Why So Serious?
Wednesday, November 18
Work and dinner with my guy.
The Outfit…
Plaid Button Down - GAP, thrifted (previously worn here and here)
Straight Leg Jeans - Earnest Sewn, sample sale
Gold Leather Belt - J Crew
Multistrand Necklace - F21
White and Silver Bangle - gift
Brown Leather Boots - J Crew
I have been in a foul mood the past few days and I’m not even sure why. My...
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Recommended Reading
This is my bookshelf, with a carefully curated pile of coffee table books, biographies, and how-tos. Since yucky winter weather is around the corner, when all you want to do is curl up on the couch and read something full of fantasy, here are my recommendations. (They also make great gifts!)
The Fashion Book: A to Z encyclopedia of important industry figures, past and present. Mine is the...
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On My Radar: US Military Dress Uniforms
Last weekend at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball in Newport, I was totally fascinated by the finery of the military dress uniforms worn by attendees. Military-style or marching-band influenced jackets have been in vogue for awhile, but this is different— we’re talking full on regalia equivalent to black tie tuxedos.
Here’s a picture of what the Marines’ evening dress...
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I've Got the Blues
Tuesday, November 17
Work and book club! I don’t know why I didn’t participate in a book club sooner. My nerd self was so fulfilled. Plus I got to visit a ridiculously amazing Park Avenue apartment. Old money, maids, the whole shebang.
The Outfit…
Dark Turquoise Satin Blouse - BCBG, gift (previously worn here and here)
Blue Graphic Full Skirt - Express Design Studio,...
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“Shoes are great ice-breakers for girls. You don’t know each other, and then...”
– Garance, one of my imaginary besties.
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New York Uniform
Monday, November 16 Work, including a work event at Saks, and after work running to the Yigal Azrouël sample sale, where some old friends now work.
The Outfit…
Gray 3/4 Sleeve Sweater - J Crew
Gray Silk Pencil Skirt - J Crew (forgive the lap wrinkles, I have a desk job :)
Gray Skinny Belt - J Crew
Gray Tights - Hot Sox via Loehmanns
Black Leather Heeled Boots - Bally (previously...
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Semper Fi
Saturday, November 14
Worn to the Marine Corps Birthday Ball! Both of my boyfriend’s parents served in the Marines, and every year the Corps holds a ball to commemorate its founding, with the same ceremony carried out all over the world. This year was the 234th anniversary, and I was so humbled to witness this tradition honoring the many brave men and women who serve our country. I met...
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Sunny Side Up
Friday, November 13
Worn to work and getting on a bus to Rhode Island for the weekend!
The Outfit…
Charcoal Cowl Neck Dress - Banana Republic, thrifted
Mustard Cardi - J Crew (previously worn here and here)
Yellow Capri Tights - Target
Turquoise Belt - thrifted
Brown Leather Boots - J Crew
Last year, my mom either thought I was going to freeze to death in my first New York...
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My Closet
I’ve been poking around in other people’s closets a lot lately, so I thought I’d show you guys my own space.
Behold: my closet, in all it’s glory.
I am lucky enough (in New York, at least) to have a full-sized closet, and I definitely worked to get the most of what I have… I have still more clothes in the nightstand and in under-bed storage. (Time for a purge?)
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Bow Tie
Thursday, November 12 Work and dinner with my little brother, who is in town to interview for a summer internship. Send him good vibes today!
The Outfit…
Red Floral Secretary Blouse - Bally
Black Pencil Skirt - Ann Taylor
Gray Tights - Hot Sox via Loehmann’s
Black Patent Pumps - Bally
I loved this blouse since the press presentation over six months ago, and knew I had to...
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What's In Store: DC Area Vintage & Secondhand
I spent last weekend in DC, and as you may have figured out, one of my favorite activities is shopping. (Don’t worry, I went to the Botanical Gardens and the Museum of Natural History, too.) I gathered up a list of places I visited, plus some that I didn’t get to but might be worth it. Most are consignment stores, with more of a boutique atmosphere, rather than a true thrift...
