Etcetera, Fashion, Life, Outfit of the Day

7 Years Married; 7 Reasons Our Marriage Works

Time flies when you’re having fun…as I sit here writing this post I am in disbelief that Jonathan and I have been stuck at the hip an “item” for the past NINE years and married for SEVEN! I thought it would be fun to share seven reasons our marriage works in honor of our wedding anniversary. But before I begin, let me preface by saying every courtship is different, and I am certainly not an expert in psychology.     Age is Just a Number When we first started dating, our age difference only seemed to bother other people. It was never an issue for us and it has proven to be an important piece in our Kaplan family puzzle! Jonathan has a decade more of life experiences under his belt. As a result, he sees the world differently than I do. Jonathan is a very rational thinker – I guess that is what four years of medical school, five years of residency, and a two year fellowship will do to you! He helps me see things for what they are and helps me focus on what really matters. And yes, I “keep him young” but not in the traditional […]

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September 25, 2018 by
Fashion, Outfit of the Day

Chartreuse Cape Dress and Rainbow Accessories

Have you ever worn an outfit that made you feel like you had super powers? Maybe it’s all in the cape, but between this dress and the purple and pink outfit I wore at New York Fashion Week, I feel like a fashion superhero. Does the ability to coordinate a killer outfit from head to toe count as a superpower? If so, I m ready to take over the world! Haha.     Chartreuse is one of my all-time favorite hues. The total opposite of pink, I know. But it is one of those colors that you can get away with 365 days a year, even if you follow the rules ;). The gold undertones make it easy to pair with neutrals (blacks and whites) and colors too…if you’re extra like me. The only color I would not pair it with is orange. It would be too halloween-y.     This chartreuse cape dress is elegant and chic. Featuring a sweeping cape design and lovely sheen finish, if you want to go unnoticed, this little number is not for you. I paired it with rainbow accents, mostly because I wanted to show off my new Kendra Scott earrings! These stunners […]

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September 21, 2018 by
Fashion, Outfit of the Day

What is “transitional fashion?”

Everybody says it, but what does “transitional fashion” really mean? It’s a new season, get new clothes? I used to conform to those “rules” with regards to fashion. You know, the no white after Labor Day stuff. Well as I grow older (and perhaps wiser) I follow no one else’s rules but my own. I wear white whenever I feel like it, and sometimes even superwoman-inspired capes! But as we settle in to the fall season, one topic I see bloggers cover over and over is transitional fashion. What should one wear while it feels like summer but we’re midway through September. Allow me to explain how I address this nuance.     It’s easy to pack your wardrobe with the colors most commonly associated with fall. The greens, yellows, and brows. But this presents a problem if you are a lover of color, like myself. I wear a lot of vibrant hues and a lot of pink – regardless of the time of year. Rather than completely changing your color palette, consider switching up your accessories. Instead of straw, wear velvet. Or, swap the sandals altogether for a pair of booties (as seen here). It is never acceptable to […]

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September 18, 2018 by
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New York Fashion Week in Five Words

Did you accompany me to New York Fashion Week by way of Instagram stories? I sure hope so, because this year was one for the books. After my fourth complete season, I am feeling more confident than ever. For newbies on the other hand, this is how I would describe the week in five words: Glamorous, exhausting, fun, expensive, and rewarding. Allow me to explain!     Glamorous New York Fashion Week might as well be called “Red Carpet Week!” Insta-famous girls and guys line the streets dressed to the NINES and the photographers paparazzi stand there and wait. Call it a Kardashian lifestyle if you please! Get $25 off your service with Glamsquad – on demand makeup and hair with code KELSEYK25. BEST LIFE HACK EVER. Exhausting Imagine a job interview that lasts for five consecutive days. That’s NYFW! It is exhausting physically and emotionally. Your body is tired from getting up early and going to sleep late and your feet hurt from your high heel shoes. You’re emotionally drained after “performing” several days/hours in a row. But if there is one time of year for you to put your best foot forward, this is it. It’s prime time […]

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September 12, 2018 by
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Gingham Dress in the Sunflowers

I’ve always wanted to shoot blog pics in a field of sunflowers. Growing up in New England, I took the foliage for granted. Well well well…yesterday we set out to cross this photoshoot off of my bucket list. It turned into quite an adventure after the farmer kindly asked us to remove ourselves from the property. Whoops! Luckily the sunflowers in Connecticut are abundant, and we relocated to another sunflower field before the sun went down. So what does a city girl wear in the country, you may ask?! A gingham dress with a twist…literally and figuratively!     I thought it would be fun to showcase this gingham dress two ways: casual in the country side, and “extra” in NYC. I’m far from basic. In fact, my version of classic is classical funk! This black and white number is not your average gingham dress. The fit and flare silhouette is bodacious and the cutout halter design adds an edgy flair. Without much stretch in the material, size up for a comfortable fit.     New York Fashion Week begins tomorrow. While the shows and events are all fun to attend, I personally love the street fashion. It is the […]

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September 4, 2018 by