Spring pout: Coral Lippies

I'm doing some spring refreshing of my makeup bag, but there's one spring beauty staple that I think is timeless: a good coral lipstick.  

It's such a happy color that even with the lingering snowy days, it feels like the sun is shining and flowers are blooming. 

For a punchy, almost-orange coral, I use Milani's Sweet Nectar. When I want a softer more girly option, I use M.A.C.'s Vegas Volt. If you're afraid of full on coral, try one with more pink than orange, like Maybelline's Shocking Coral.

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Girl Crush: Profresh Style

Christina of Profresh Style has been a favorite of mine for a while now. My favorite thing about her blog is that she doesn't take herself too seriously. The girl is hilarious.  

As far as style goes, she's bold, playful and overall, just freakin' cool. As a testament to how much I adore her style, when I began shopping for my upcoming Cali trip, I thought, what would Christina wear? 

Her style is never one note, so I always find some inspiration on her blog, from funky & retro to soft & girly. Take this outfit: I love the striped sweater draped around a great pair of distressed shorts. And, reason 2,246 why I love her -- she rocks a mean red lip.

Original Post: Color Me Mine on Profreshstyle.com
photos by Sabrina Noel Hill 

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Call It Spring

As you may know by now, winter is no longer welcomed here. So, despite the fact that it is gloomy and precipitous, I am dressing like it's 70 degrees and sunny, baby. 

 Full disclosure though, I wore this a few weekends ago when it was actually 70 degrees and sunny. I was so giddy about it that I even pulled out my favorite spring trend: pattern mixing. 

And what says, "it's springtime up in here," more than fun polka dot bottoms, easy d'orsay flats and sunny pops of coral? Seriously, tell me. I'm welcoming all things spring related right now. 

photos by Kaye McCoy

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Summer Crush

So, I'm over winter. Completely done. I refuse to even acknowledge it at this point, so I'm time traveling to summer. Who's coming with? 

These are some quick outfit snaps from my trip to Savannah this past summer. Looking at the sunshine in these photos I almost shed a tear. Y'all, I had a tan.

I miss flowy, boho dresses, and I miss caged sandals and most of all, I miss the sun. 

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Kate Spade Fall 2015

There's a good chance that you're already a little sick (with jealousy) of all the NYFW instagrams, but I can't deny that they get me excited for the future of my closet. 

Kate Spade's fall presentation was one I was keeping my eye on, and now I'm itching to add more pink, plaid, sparkle and faux fur to my closet. 

"It was whimsical fairytale." — Deborah Lloyd, creative director 

Kate Spade will always be special to me because of the classic styling with playful, feminine details. Even though this is their fall collection, nothing is stopping me from playing with their color palette for spring. 

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Tried & True

I can't be the only girl over this awful in between seasons stage. We've had sunny spring weather, only to be threatened with snow a week later. I mean, not to be harsh, but Mother Nature is being a real moody b***h. 

I'm very uninspired this time of year (I'm really just holding out for Spring colors), so I stick to my tried-and-true staples: a classic striped dress, layered with my overworn utility vest, tights and booties. Sparkle and red lipstick for the sake of my sanity, of course. 

P.S. If you're looking for some sparkle of your own, Bauble Bar is having an amazing President's Day Sale! 

photos by Kaye McCoy

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A Little Lovin'

Perhaps I am feeling a little bit mushy today, but I wanted to spread some love around to you all, my internet Valentines. Take a quote, leave a quote and pass the love along. Kiss, kiss!

"Never love anybody who treats you like you're ordinary." - Oscar Wilde 

“According to Greek mythology, humans were originally created with four arms, four legs and a head with two faces. Fearing their power, Zeus split them into two separate parts, condemning them to spend their lives in search of their other halves.” - Plato, The Symposium 

"Take a lover who looks at you like maybe you are magic." - Frida Khalo  

"If you can't love yourself, how in the hell you gonna' love somebody else?" - RuPaul 

Pssst, another bit of love I'm spreading is a $400 Gift Card, along with some other blogger girlfriends! Head over to Instagram for the details! 

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Sorta, Kinda Valentine

This year will be the first that I have a Valentine, but won't actually have a Valentine. How did I get here? I'm this close to saying Valentine, shmalentine.   

I'd like to be a big person and say it's just another day, but really, I'll probably be a little bitter. I miss my fella and no amount of red, lace or chocolate will fix that. That doesn't mean I won't try, though. 

These red pumps are one of the few red things I own, besides my favorite red lipstick. But, a peek of a lace bralette under a classic trench sets the mood just as well, no? Hopefully he can appreciate that across Skype. 

photos by Kaye McCoy

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Winter Brights & Neon

While I may have some hang ups about wearing white in the winter, brights I have no problem with. Who wouldn't want to wear obnoxiously loud neons in the dead of winter?  

Seriously, though. Point me in their direction so I can ship them this J.Crew painter tee. I will show them the joy that comes from bright colors and patterned pants. As long as those two things are in my closet, I will keep hope alive for Spring.  

photos by Kaye McCoy

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