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Fall is my favorite season, there seems to be some kind of magic in the autumnal air that I just can't explain. Everything feels dreamier, even this not-so-exciting block near work was looking especially whimsical when the sun hit it at that perfect time of the day. I hopped in front of this made-believe candyland and captured what I wore... chunky knit poncho and denim paired with a wide brim wool fedora hat, brown ankle booties and this lovely monogrammed plaid and leather tote. Cozy and dreamy... perfect for Fall!

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Turtleneck knit poncho c/o Morning Lavender.

Skinny jeans from Old Navy.

Monogrammed plaid leather tote c/o Mark & Graham.

Brown ankle booties c/o Charlotte Russe.

Wide brim wool fedora c/o MuDu London.

*Photos - shot by Bryn Newman, edited by me

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Dreamy Autumn

November 9, 2015

Turtleneck knit poncho c/o Morning Lavender.

Skinny jeans from Old Navy.

Monogrammed plaid leather tote c/o Mark & Graham.

Brown ankle booties c/o Charlotte Russe.

Wide brim wool fedora c/o MuDu London.

*Photos - shot by Bryn Newman, edited by me

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It FINALLY feels like Fall around here, after a long night of rain on Monday! I woke up to some cold yet crisp air the next day and it was quite enjoyable! I've got my hands on this longline wool sweater coat from Jigsaw London for a couple of weeks now and I am so glad to finally wear it! It is the perfect shade of the gray, the perfect length, and the perfect amount of coziness! I paired it with a textured top, suede skirt with grommet details, statement striped satchel from Henri Bendel, and over-the-knee boots. Dressing it up isn't the only way to go, I also wore this sweater coat with sneakers when I went for a hike over the weekend (see this Instagram shot). Don't you just love a piece that is timeless and versatile like this?

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Longline wool sweater coat c/o Jigsaw London.

Textured top from Old Navy.

Suede skirt with grommet details c/o Charlotte Russe.

Striped leather satchel c/o Henri Bendel.

Over-the-knee boots (old but similar here, here and here).

*Photos - shot by my fiancé Chris Smyrniotis, edited by me

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Sweater Weather

November 3, 2015

Longline wool sweater coat c/o Jigsaw London.

Textured top from Old Navy.

Suede skirt with grommet details c/o Charlotte Russe.

Striped leather satchel c/o Henri Bendel.

Over-the-knee boots (old but similar here, here and here).

*Photos - shot by my fiancé Chris Smyrniotis, edited by me

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A few weeks ago, I got to spend my morning sipping coffee with Karsten Ranitzsch, Nespresso's Head of Coffee, at the uber chic Nespresso Boutique in downtown San Francisco. It was a real treat learning about the culture of Nespresso while tasting a couple of its newest flavors (Milano and Palermo). In addition, Mr. Ranitzsch also introduced us to the different VertuoLine coffee makers and even did a few demos! It was a very fun and informative morning but I must admit... the best part was getting gifted my own VertuoLine Evoluo machine, along with some fancy glasswares and tons of coffee capsules (Vanizio and Caramelizio are my favorites while my fiancé loves Intenso)! I have been quite obsessed with the machine at work but I am so excited I now have my own at home! Thank you Nespresso!

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Coffee Talk with Nespresso

October 30, 2015

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Halloween is just around the corner, time to make some treats! I decided to make some fun Halloween cookies with the easiest shortbread cookies recipe ever! They are so buttery and delicious, you won't believe how little ingredients is involved and how simple it is to make. Believe it or not... eggs aren't even involved!

What you need: 1 stick unsalted butter, 1 cup flour, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/2 cup corn starch

Preheat oven to 325 degree. Soften/melt butter, thoroughly mix in the flour, sugar, and starch. Once the dough is ready, roll it out with a rolling pin to about half an inch thick. Use your favorite cookie cutters and cut out the pieces. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Let cool and then decorate it however you'd like!

Halloween Shortbread Cookies

October 28, 2015

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Fall is my favorite season, but unfortunately we haven't exactly experienced it yet here in the San Francisco Bay Area. The weather is still fairly warm, so spotting Fall pieces with bare legs will do for now! I normally go for neutrals but am so glad I chose navy with this poncho. I paired it with this amazing suede skirt with grommet details, a simple knit top, and these super comfy suede loafers. Oh, here's a fun fact... I didn't realize my poncho has buttons on the side and pockets until half way through the day and I was so stoked!