Wrap Coats for Fall
So … these giant, cozy, sweater-like coats are everywhere this fall. Asos even has a perfect name for them: coatigans. Half coat, half cardigan … all genius. (Design by NYC Recessionista;…
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What NYC Recessionista Wears: fall stripes
Second only to wearing a new dress for the first time is that thrill you get from wearing a new skirt for the first time … Ross Simon pearl earrings…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: Stripes and Polka Dots
So the other day, it was about a gazillion percent humidity here in NYC. Oh AND it was 76 degrees. In October. I can’t with this. So … I walked…
Black, white and chic all over
Even though big, bold colors are everywhere this season (think oxblood, cobalt and olive), there really is nothing like crisp black and white. It’s timeless. Here are some of my…
Street Style: fall perfection
On my way home from work tonight, I noticed this impossibly chic girl walking ahead of me … How to get this look: Button-downs: here, here and here Skirts: here,…
Weekend Sales Roundup
I am soooooo glad that the weekend is here! I’m back from Austin, and I am ready for some serious R&R: rest and retail. Hit it. (Boatneck dress on sale…
LOFT Style Event starts NOW – with 40 percent off
Right now for a limited time at LOFT, you can take 40% off everything – including new arrivals – with code STYLEEVENT at checkout. My picks? This jeweled collar sweatshirt … comfy…
Oxblood striped skirt
If you haven’t already guessed it by now … oxblood is one of the hottest colors for fall, so I’ll be showcasing it a lot. I think it’s such a…
NYC Recessionista Roundup: ankle strap pumps
This fall … it really is all about the ankle. There are tons of shoes out there that are accentuating the ankle with thicker straps and buckles … and they…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: cat and mouse
I love wearing something fun and unexpected where — unless you look carefully — you may not even spot the fun little details. Case in point: this cat and mouse…
NYC Recessionista Roundup: iPhone cases by Rifle Paper Co.
Last week, I treated myself to a new case for my iPhone 5. I really love the designs from Rifle Paper Co., and Anthropologie actually carries many of their pieces.…
24 HOURS ONLY – extra 60 percent off sale at Ann Taylor
Through tomorrow night only, take an extra 60% off sale items at Ann Taylor, no code needed. My picks? This striped knit peplum dress This colorblock blouse This crepe colorblocked…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: mongol warrior pendant
Yesterday’s outfit was really all about my new necklace … Earrings by NansGlam on Etsy (similar) / Bauble Bar ‘mongol warrior’ necklace / Kohl’s Daisy Fuentes striped dress / moon…
DAY TWO: NYC Recessionista’s 31st Birthday Celebration – Dresses
All this week, to celebrate my upcoming 31st birthday on Friday, I’ll be sharing 31 fall-perfect pieces with you every single day! Today: my top 31 picks for fall dresses!!!…
What NYC Recessionista Wears: lace and stripes
The first time I saw a top like this — lace on the top and stripes on the bottom — I thought it was too busy. But the look is…