Checking For Spring

Seriously spring, where you at?

All it took was three days back in Atlanta for me to slip into a sort of seasonal sadness. A sadness punctuated by the fact that my arrival to New York was damp. Literally. Rain for days.

So far, all I've gotten is gray and windy, but there have been blossoms, and I'm holding onto that as a sign.

I've been told that spring in the city is wonderful, and I'm just waiting, wishing and hoping for it to actually arrive. The kind of southern springs I'm used to are sunny and 60 with bright buds pushing up. 

So far, all I've gotten is gray and windy, but there have been blossoms, and I'm holding on to that as a sign. I've gone through two wind-blown umbrellas and my trench coat has been soaked on several occasions, but I'm still checking for spring.

Going, Going

Let me preface this post with a warning: you may become very sick of how often you are going to hear me talk about New York. It's going to happen a lot. My life is currently revolving around my move back, and I couldn't be happier.

There are moments when I feel like I might get knocked over, but who has time for that? I've got to get packing for my trip to New York.

I also couldn't be busier. There are moments when I feel like I might get knocked over, but who has time for that? I've got to get packing for my trip to New York.  A trip that's happening this week – in two days, to be exact.

If it sounds like I'm complaining, I swear I'm not (no time for that, either). More than anything, I'm just really freakin' excited to start prepping my move back. And if I have to go non-stop for a few months to prepare for it, I think I can manage.

Photos by Kaye McCoy

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the cover up

Well, that's it folks -- Christmas is over. Not that I'm happy about it or anything. I will really miss all of the holly jollyness and twinkling lights, but I am looking forward to some post holiday calm. 

That includes wearing simple, flowy clothing like this Raven Rocker Flannel from Living Doll L.A. I wore to a Christmas gift exchange brunch. 

It is also the perfect tunic for covering up all the mac n' cheese I ate this holiday season. And the pie, and the ham and the cornbread.

 

The Raven Rocker Flannel was c/o of Living Doll L.A. and Living Doll Plus. All opinions are my own and were not influenced by the brand.

must-have fall scarves

I've been been singing fall's praises since the first leaves fell, but this week I've really been feeling it. And by "it" I mean that brutal, sharp wind that makes you add an extra sweater in the morning. 

I've also been grabbing for my favorite scarves as I run out the door. Below are the three I reach for the most. My advice to you: best get to bundling up, girlfriends!  

 

plaid scarf: Few patterns say "it's fall" like plaid. I especially love the blanket plaid scarves that are perfect for getting wrapped up in. Since it's a classic pattern, it can make an outfit more polished.

 

leopard scarf: This scarf has gotten me through 3 fall seasons -- proof that this is really a must have. Since leopard is a neutral (if you don't think so, we can't be friends), you can wear it with so many different outfits. 

knitted scarf: This is truly the warmest, most worn scarf I own. If you don't own a knitted scarf, you're basically telling the universe that you want to catch a cold.

the coat wars

When fall rolls around, there are two things that shoot up on my "must buy" radar: a sturdy pair of boots and a trusty coat. Right now, these are what I'm looking at, but the decision is proving to be tough. Girlfriends, I need your help. Which coat would you choose?

The Pink Coat

PRO:  It's pink! From powdery shades to bubblegum ones, I love them all. 

The unexpected brightness will make fall/winter feel less drab.

CON: Even though I' like to think of myself as continuously fashionable, let's be real: I'm a college student. 

I often wear workout clothes to class. Will this work in my everyday wardrobe?  

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The Plaid Coat

PRO:  I love plaid for the fall. On a coat, I think the pattern makes for an interesting change up.

It would also be exciting to have my first patterned coat

CON: I'm afraid the pro is also the con. Will I get tired of seeing that pattern? And will I be able to wear it with the rest of my closet? 

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The Camel Coat

PRO:  Camel is timeless and chic. I know that it'll go with just about everything in my closet.

It'll easily compliment my other fall colors (burgundy, hunter green, navy, gray, black). 

CON: It's so safe! A camel coat can be a little Plain Jane. 

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