The Jacket

January 18, 2018

There is just something about this jacket. It has been all over the internet for two years now, but I still can't get enough. I have it in three colors, red, navy, and gray. I wear one or two, every time I travel somewhere weather permitting. It's also my go to jacket whenever the Miami temp dips to the 60s. The burnt sage is front runner for my next, if there is a next, but in the meantime I decided to browse the web to discover some new found beauties in addition to this favorite jacket of mine. I am on the hunt for the next near perfect weather transitional jacket. One that is perfect for Fall to Winter and Winter to Spring. Maybe, that is why I love this jacket so much, after all. It works for majority of the year! Let me see if I can find something even greater... xo RCN

Blank NYC

$198, Burnt Sage Suede Jacket

Nordstrom Mural

$89, Longline Double Breasted Blazer

Urban Outfitters

$89, UO Cropped Teddy Jacket

Asos

$87, Summer Parka with Jersey Lining

Nordstrom Kensie

Teddy Bear Notch Collar Faux Fur Coat

Sweater Weather

January 11, 2018

Who knew it would be cool enough to wear sweaters this past week in Florida?? Not me, but I'm not complaining. It gave me a chance to pull out one of my favorite newbies from Zara. The knee highs? Also, something I haven't had a chance to wear, besides the two week stint I spent in Jersey for the holidays. I'll take the breeze while I can. Shop the look below. xo RCN

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Festive Feet

December 12, 2017

Often times when I am planning an outfit for a holiday or occasion, my brain goes to shoes first. Maybe, it's because I am obsessed with shoes? Likely, but, more so because shoes are what really completes the look. When I feel confident in the shoes, it makes it easier to feel confident in everything else that follows. The dress, blouse, it should all look great if the shoes look great with it! Here is a list of some of my favorite Christmas and New Years worthy shoes on the high and the low. xo RCN

$109.95, Nine West

$39.99, DSW

$129.95, Sam Edelman

$597, Jimmy Choo

$556.50, Jimmy Choo

$39.90, Zara

$89.95, 1.STATE

$79, Nine West

$395, Miu Miu

$64, ASOS

$695, Jimmy Choo

$64.50, IMNYC Isaac Mizrahi

$202.64, Kate Spade

$75.50, Sam Edelman

$720, Gucci

$34.90, Forever 21

$96.90, Dolce Vita

$139, Katy Perry

$39.90, Zara

$198, J.Crew

$48, ASOS

$52.50, Aldo

$640.50, Chloe

$556, Valentino

$69.90, Zara

$1,250, Gucci

$29.90, Forever 21

$135, & Other Stories

$49.99, 425 Fifth

$159.99, Steve Madden

Travel Made Perfect

November 14, 2017

I have lots of visits back home for the holidays and lots of fun family events headed my way. I am looking forward to some extra smooth travel to help me relax this holiday. The key to enjoyable travel is all about the airport outfit and the packing of the suitcase. This past weekend was our first stop of the season, home to NJ, and I gave it my best shot.

I decided to start and finish my travels this weekend in the most comfortable light knit top from Shop The Mint. Miami to NJ requires layers from start to finish. This top was perfect for the plane! It was both comfortable and stylish and easily paired with other comfy clothes like skinny stretch jeans and flat shoes/boots.

Shop my look below and get $10 off your first purchase at Shop The Mint, when you sign up for emails! Enter to win an additional $25 gift card on my Insta HERE and check out all my travel tips listed below. xo RCN

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Tips 4 Travel

1. Wear your favorite stretchy items on the plane, like this oversized V -neck top. The stretch in leggings or a sweater may be helpful when reaching for your bag in the overhead compartment or if your chapstick goes flying underneath the seat in front of you.

2. Wear the same look 2 different ways. Swap sweaters and tops, but re-wear jeans to save on some suitcase space. Where your airport look to and from, but switch out for new shoes and a purse to give yourself a re-fresh on the way home.

3. Do wear easy slip on and off shoes to the airport. These Zara boots or Steve Madden slip on sneaks won't deter you from a speedy walk to the gate if your running a little late, and will be quite helpful for a quick trip through security.

4. When packing your suitcase, ROLL! Roll any clothing items that you can. It will alleviate any unwanted wrinkles on knits, cottons, even denim.

5. Bag it! I never go anywhere without my duster bags for shoes and handbags. They keep the soles of your shoes as far from your clean clothes as possible and your nice leather bags from getting any unwanted scratches.

6. Need an extra purse? Okay, just pack one inside the other like nesting dolls. Will help on saving space, whether you place inside a checked bag or even a carry on tote!

7. Fragile items are best tucked within layers of your most soft and fluffy clothing items inside your suitcase. It helps to add padding for the bumpy road ahead.

8. Bringing along some extra special jewelry, but you're not exactly keen on wearing it through the airport or checking it? Keep them close by your side in a seperate mini travel bag that you can tuck inside your purse. That way you don't have the worry of losing it, if it's safe and stored away on your shoulder.

9. Bag what you need for "on the plane" separately within your carry on purse or tote. Lip gloss, headphones, gum, tissues, ibuprofen, credit card, book, whatever it might be. It will be much easier to settle once on the plane if you only need to remove one item from your carry on, rather than 10 separate pieces. Your seat mate will be thankful.

10. Pack your toiletry bag within another zip bag or something that will double prevent any spillage on your other items. I've made the mistake of shampoo and nail polish remover leaks - eek!

11. And of course, if you intend on doing some shopping while you're away...leave some extra space in any of your bags ;)

Starstruck

November 6, 2017

Zach may have thought this look was part of a Halloween costume, but no, I was not dressing as a Wizard for Halloween. This was by no means intended for a costume, I just loved the magical starry piece when I spotted it on the sale rack at Anthro. I had to have it! Stars are possibly my favorite print at the moment, and this gold foil star and polka dot combo caught my eye instantly. My lightly bleached frayed hem cropped jeans were the perfect pants to style with my statement duster and staple tank and heels. Shop the look below. xo RCN

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Calling All Boots

November 1, 2017

I am having major boot FOMO over here in Miami. I am counting down the days until I board my next flight to somewhere worthy of boot dressing. Hmm, only 7.5 days left and I need your help! Which boots to buy? I am in desperate need of a new pair and I just can't decide. I would love your input in the comments below, thank you!! xo RCN

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Blowy Breeze, Flowy Sleeves

October 31, 2017

I haven't been feeling myself lately. I think it's all the medications I've been taking. I guess that's a no brainer. Whether or not you have ever injected yourself with a ton of hormones before, I'm sure you can relate in other ways, like when you just feel a little extra "fat" or uncomfortable. I'll eventually get back to running more routinely and pushing myself in workouts, but lately I have been uneasy about it - I'll get back to it again, but for now I will just keep loving myself and dress for how I feel right each day. And, this past weekend I wanted to be comfortable. One thing is for sure, I am loving flowy and loose tops more than ever - gives me a little extra room to relax and not feel so squeezed in. These Blank NYC denim shorts are cutting me some slack, too, with all the elasticity in them. Best part about the sneaks? Good news, no blisters! The top is from Nordstrom Rack, denim is Blank NYC, jacket is Rachel Zoe, and lace ups from Forever 21, earrings are Chanel, bag is Gucci. Shop my look below. xo RCN

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Miami Fall

October 25, 2017

Yesterday was gorgeous. The weather was incredible, 73 degrees, breezy, with a beautiful tangerine sunset. It was the first time I have worn two layers since March, wowza! The ironic thing about living in Miami, is that my favorite fashion pieces are (nine times out of ten) outerwear. I love me some jackets and coats. Most of my pieces are in closets at my parent's and in law's, but I have a few lightweight favorites here with me at home. A current favorite, is this bleached, ripped denim jacket from F21. The best part about jean jackets? The interior pockets, perfect for my phone ;) Shop my Miami Fall look below. Still bringing the color, but adding in the jacket and booties. xo RCN

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Falling For A Tulle Dress

August 30, 2017

I'm over here dreaming about Fall finds and deals along with the rest of the fashion lovers out there, but there's only one problem - Miami doesn't do Fall! So, instead of a wool dress, I'll do a tulle dress! Something I miss most about NY is the Fall feelings of sipping a pumpkin spice latte while roaming the farmer's market with my leather jacket draped over my shoulders. Totally basic, and totally enjoyable. But, again, no room for jackets in Miami Fall. So, with the upcoming season approaching, I am going to find some dresses in fall colors, florals and silhouettes that come in mesh/tulle or breathable chiffon fabrications. It will help me get the Fall vibes going as much as possible, yet prevent me from breaking out into an intense sweat. Most of my favorite finds are all from Zaful and other sale sites. I want any extra spending money to go towards a trip somewhere that I can pull a leather jacket out of my suitcase and chicly drape it over my shoulders, whilst drinking a pumpkin spice latte! xo RCN