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Some morning print mixing in black and white today, and in the comfiest fabrics I own. I love how these patterns kind of meld into each other, especially with a punch of graphic detail (hello stripes). 

I got a french manicure for the first. time. ever. this week -- a little early week pampering never hurt anybody -- and I am smitten. Simple, polished. It makes me feel kind of fancy.

This week has been flying! Happy Thursday. xx

{Loft top (30% off with the code LOVELOFT), Loft shorts (on sale); Marias USA wedges; Coach 'Willis' bag; Catbird jewelry}

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layers in lace

A basic chambray dress is such a wardrobe staple for me -- I consider it just as essential as the LBD. It's an instant outfit no-brainer that can be layered with different patterns and textures, or worn alone just as easily. But chambray in neon pink is even more fun, especially when paired with my favorite, no-fuss (lace) LBD.

{ASOS leather jacket (old, love this one); Juicy Couture lace LBD (old but similar); JCrew dress (old, but in denim, similar for a great price); Plenty by Tracy Reese pumps; vintage Coach Willis bag; Ray Bans; Jeweliq necklace (similar); bracelets -- JCrew, Catbird}

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what's in my bag

Here's a peek of what I typically carry around during the winter months. I can't stand rifling through a messy bag for 10 minutes looking for one thing, so I try my best to keep everything super organized! (not pictured: my iPhone, keys and p i l e s of bobby pins)
1. Altoid Smalls Mints // I hate chewing gum, these little guys are minty fresh
2. Hello Kitty Band-Aids // my mini first aid kit: the only band-aid I wear 
3. Brush // my hair tangles like crazy, a must have to keep everything smooth
4. "Frogs I Kissed And Liked" Notebook + 5. Marker Pen // I hoard empty notebooks, so I have this one with me for spontaneous ideas
6. Deodorant // I've always carried one of these guys around, just in case
7. Marc by Marc Jacobs Pouch // as I mentioned, I keep my purse crazy organized and this pouch helps me keep it that way. Not only does it make switching bags a breeze since everything is in one place, it doubles as an emergency clutch
8. The Bag: Vintage Coach Willis // You all know my obsession with this bag
9. Smith's Rosebud Salve + 11. Chapstick // Lip essentials, especially in the winter. I switch back and forth between the two depending on my mood
10. MAC Lipstick in Night Blooming + 12. Sephora Lipstain // My current favorite lip colors. I am OBsessed with this MAC color and of course it has to be a limited edition. I should have bought 10 more
13. Business Cards + 14. H&M Business Card Holder // because business cards look better tucked inside sparkly golden glitter
15. Kate Spade Pinching Pennies Pouch // found this at the KS outlet, and immediately impulse purchased not knowing what on earth I would use it for (I also hoard cute pouches if you haven't noticed). It's such a pain to photograph, but I am head over heels with it. I've been using it to store my lipsticks in when I'm on the go
16. Silicone Coin Purse // My wallet doesn't have a place for coins, so this keeps loose change from collecting on the bottom of my bag   17. Kate Spade Wallet // I recently retired my all-time favorite wallet (a $3 black mini wallet that is the same shape as my business holder, but black), after receiving this beautiful KS replacement for xmas 
  18. Forever 21 Earmuffs // the best earmuffs ever that I got for xmas   19. Karen Walker Number One // perfectly oversized and glam
20. Kate Spade "Hi 5" Mittens // I love waving at people with these things
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two-toned tweed

I've been throwing this tweed coat over virtually everything lately -- jeans and tee's, collared tops and cigarette pants, thick wool scarves and a high bun -- but this look might be my favorite that I've worn. The brown, silver, and metallic gold stitching perfectly pops against the leopard on leopard, something I would absolutely wear to any holiday party (in a perfect world there would be one every weekend...a girl can dream). Plus, I'm head over heels, crazy in love with the lady like shape (and the two-toned sleeves).

{Warehouse contrast sleeve coat c/o (+ on sale!); Topshop dress; BCBG shoes (similar + on sale!); Coach bag; Juicy Couture watch via TJ Maxx (similar)}

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quick change

A quick look at what I wore a few days ago. Switched to flats after the high heels started to hurt -- as much as I love walking with an added 4 inches of hight, flats are definitely my BFFs (forever). Especially these polka dot skimmers. I have no idea what I'll do when they get completely destroyed, but I'll probably (absolutely) cry.

1 {H&M top; JCrew skirt; Zara heels (similar, different color but similar); vintage Coach bag}

2 {JCrew jacket (last year, the outlet has something very similar + 30% off + similar here -- ps it's the best jacket I've ever owned) + skirt; H&M top; Madewell flats (similar, similar); vintage Coach bag}

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pink polish

Oversized, cozy sweaters are my absolute, most favorite things for chilly fall weekends, and adding polished accessories -- pink lips, a handful of pearls and metallic flats -- makes it perfect for Sunday brunch. I usually find more luck in the men's sweater section, but this pink Gap pick (bought a few sizes larger) is the ideal mix of stripes, color and those extra long sleeves I always run to. 

{Gap sweater (on sale until 11/12, I bought it a few sizes larger + more colors!); J Crew minnie pants + shoes (on sale!); vintage Coach bag; F21 pearls (similar); Karen Walker sunnies; Kate Spade lip crayons}

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vote

Get out there and vote! Double points if you wear something extra patriotic.

{Old Navy men's vest (on sale + tons of colors!); Ralph Lauren top (old but similar); Free People flag scarf; Madewell jeans; vintage Coach bag (tons on ebay); F21 bracelet; Karen Walker sunnies}

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a coach classic

I visited Newburyport this weekend (such a cute town -- bakeries, coffee shops and vintage hideouts everywhere) and did a little window shopping to warm up from the cold. Didn't really have anything in mind that I was looking for, but stumbled on this vintage Coach classic for only $20. Seriously! Love when that happens. I almost walked out without it (no idea why since it retails new for $298), but I'm so happy I grabbed it.

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{Zara blazer (old but similar); Old Navy men's shirt (on sale!/similar but more $$); Gap jeans (I have these too); Coach Willis bag (new here, vintage on ebay); Steve Madden pumps (old); J Crew bracelet; Karen Walker sunnies}

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