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April 4, 2009

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For all of spring’s fickle phases. 🌱 . This @

If you haven’t been to the quaint town of Marsha

If you haven’t been to the quaint town of Marshall, Virginia, this is your sign to plan a getaway.
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Just an hour’s drive from DC, this spot has all the components of a great weekend: great dining options, cute shops & laid back vibes.
Here’s my recs:
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Dining:
@redtruckbakery - nationally known for their award-winning pies & cookbook, both @barackobama & @oprah are fans. We stopped in for a breakfast biscuit & pastries & were not disappointed.
@thewholeox - a high-end independent butcher that offers gourmet foods in addition to mouthwatering meats & prepared foods. Grab lunch at one of their in-shop tables.
@fieldandmain - the original reason for our visit, this is one of Virginia’s best restaurants & a fantastic dinner spot.
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Shopping:
@froststreetcollective - a beautifully-curated collection of vintage & antique furniture at very reasonable prices.
Vintage - another great vintage furniture spot. Marshall might now be my go-to for unique furniture finds.
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Lodging:
The Rooms Up There - this cozy BnB offers a few charming rooms just a stones throw from all of these places. Charming & quiet, this was the perfect spot for an escape from the city.
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Virginia restaurant, Virginia getaway, spring outfit idea, dinner date #sezane #loveva #visitvirginia #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #vintageinspired #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #washingtonian #hairsandstyles

A dinner date at @fieldandmain with our very good

A dinner date at @fieldandmain with our very good friends, who’ve been telling us for too long how great this place is (spoiler alert: they were right!).
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This delicious farm to table menu changes regularly with what’s available locally and seasonally, which means you can come back again and again and always find something different. My seared trout in coconut and harrisa broth was so delicious and satisfying, I’d love if it was on the menu year round!
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They also do a mystery red and white wine (both excellent) and if you can guess the grape, it’s half off. Not to brag, but I nailed my white. 😏
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This dinner was a lovely excuse to make an overnight stay in the cute town of Marshall, VA — details & recs to come!
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Wearing:
@sezane top & trousers
@zara sandals
@31philliplim bag
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Virginia restaurant, dinner outfit, Virginia getaway, spring outfit idea, dinner date #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #vintageinspired #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #washingtonian #hairsandstyles #dinneroutfit

Holding tight to those moody hues 🍂 . . . Class

Holding tight to those moody hues 🍂
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Classic style, suede jacket, all black outfit, spring outfit idea #minimaliststreetstyle #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #effortlessstyle #weekendoffender #makeyousmilestyle #hairsandstyles #dcblogger #dcitystyle

My ideal girl date? Diet Coke and fries (with a si

My ideal girl date? Diet Coke and fries (with a side of quiche) at @petitecerisedc, followed by an afternoon perusing @womeninthearts.
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Plan this date with your bestie. You won’t be sorry 😉.
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DC restaurant, dc dining, brunch spot, dc museum, restaurant interior, Washington DC, brunch outfit, brunch #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #vintageinspired #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #washingtonian #hairsandstyles #igersdc #dcitystyle #dcblogger #mydccool #acreativedc #dcfoodie #dcfoodporn #igersdc

A few of my favorite going out looks of late. As e

A few of my favorite going out looks of late. As excited as I am for spring clothes, we still seem to be in that chilly in-between, so sweaters and boots are still on the menu!
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Which look is your favorite?
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DC restaurant, dc dining, dinner spot, restaurant interior, Washington DC, dinner outfit, going out look #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #vintageinspired #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #washingtonian #hairsandstyles #dinneroutfit #igersdc #dcitystyle #dcblogger #mydccool #acreativedc #dcfoodie #dcfoodporn #igersdc

Living rent-free in my head since 2006. . These @s

Living rent-free in my head since 2006.
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These @sezane jeans immediately reminded me of the Chloé pair that Kate Moss wore to the Topshop show in 2006, instantly making us all cast aside the entrenched skinny jeans of the time.
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To say that I’ve fallen in love with these jeans is an understatement. Nostalgia + comfort + cool = instant favorite.
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aughts style, fashion throwback, denim outfit, spring outfit idea #minimaliststreetstyle #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #effortlessstyle #weekendoffender #makeyousmilestyle #hairsandstyles #dcblogger #dcitystyle

A jacket that’s borrowed from the boys… . …a

A jacket that’s borrowed from the boys…
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…and by “boys” I mean a hand-me-down from my dad via my husband’s closet. Who would have thought the classic @filson1897 jacket — much-loved by dads and grandads everywhere — would be a trend of the moment?
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Personally, being an equestrian at heart, I never think a great barn coat goes out of style. Linking a few of my current favorites in IG stories!
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Wearing:
@krewe sunglasses
@filson1897 men’s jacket
@brooksbrothers men’s shirt
@citizensofhumanity jeans
@sezane boots
@strathberry bag
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Classic style, vintage barn coat, denim outfit, spring outfit idea #minimaliststreetstyle #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #effortlessstyle #weekendoffender #makeyousmilestyle #hairsandstyles #dcblogger #dcitystyle

Pro tip: choose pieces you love equally for busine

Pro tip: choose pieces you love equally for business & pleasure.
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My key criteria is:
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• Quality - Look for higher end fabrics that are easy to clean & wear well over time. Stitching is important too - take a good look before you buy, because this too will stand the test of time.
• Fit - This should go without saying, but I’m totally guilty of buying because I love an item, only to realize I really don’t love it on me. It doesn’t matter how trendy or expensive an item is, if it doesn’t fit you well, you won’t wear it. Meanwhile, a black dress (like the cashmere knit I’m wearing above) can be totally simple, but if it fits you well, you will look like a million bucks.
• Color - It hurts my fashionista soul so much to admit this, but neutrals are the workhorses of any great wardrobe. Does this mean color can’t be mixed in? Heck no! But if I’m buying a foundational piece I want to use with multiple looks, black, white, brown, and navy are the way to go.
• Do I love it - At the end of the day, personal style is, well, personal. There’s many a wardrobe staple that just isn’t “me.” Never feel pressured to shoehorn something into your wardrobe just because it’s practical. It’s better to have one great blazer you absolutely adore than three you feel lukewarm about.
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minimalist style, spring fashion, work outfit idea #minimaliststreetstyle #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #weekendoffender #makeyousmilestyle #workwear #hairsandstyles #dcblogger #dcitystyle

Nothing like a pasta feast with my two favorite gu

Nothing like a pasta feast with my two favorite guys to cap off a perfect weekend.
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@sfoglinapasta has been a family favorite of ours for many years now and I was thrilled to find their Rosslyn location was every bit as good as downtown. Our go-to’s are the caesar salad, the braised short rib agnolotti, pappardelle with ragu bolognese, and whatever new homemade pasta strikes our fancy. The Pasta Tasting of 3 option makes it a no-brainer for us to pick three to share (gotta love a place that financially incentivizes you to try more pastas!).
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And I dunno about you, but the stylish menu art has me ready to channel my inner Italian bombshell this summer — Pasta Girl Summer anyone? 🍝
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DC restaurant, dc dining, dinner spot, restaurant interior, Washington DC, Italian restaurant, dinner outfit #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #vintageinspired #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #washingtonian #hairsandstyles #dinneroutfit #igersdc #dcitystyle #dcblogger #mydccool #acreativedc #dcfoodie #dcfoodporn #igersdc

Hooray for the weekend 🥳 . Off-duty look detail

Hooray for the weekend 🥳
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Off-duty look details…
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Look 1:
@sezane suede jacket & boots
@annmashburn cardigan
@andotherstories pants
@strathberry bag
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Look 2:
@sezane coat & sweater
@uniqlousa jeans
@adidasoriginals sneakers
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Look 3:
@blanknycjeans fleece
@mango denim
@newbalance sneakers
@strathberry bag
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Look 4:
@sezane suede jacket, jeans & boots
@andotherstories turtleneck
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minimalist style, winter fashion, winter outfit idea #minimaliststreetstyle #sezane #sezanelovers #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #unreap #classyandfashionable #frenchmood #effortlessstyle #weekendoffender #makeyousmilestyle #hairsandstyles #dcblogger #dcitystyle

Scenes from a weekend jaunt to @colonialwmsburg. I

Scenes from a weekend jaunt to @colonialwmsburg. It’s been years since my last visit and I was pleasantly surprised to find it charming and educational, without being hokey. I really enjoyed learning from all the historic tradespeople and watching their demonstrations in everything from furniture-making to book-binding to blacksmithing to engraving. The houses and gardens were rife with inspo too - rich paint colors and combinations that clearly stand the test of time. I never would have thought this old-fashioned town could offer so many ideas I now find myself mulling over at back at home!
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Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia road trip, Virginia history, family trip idea, DC area road trip #loveva #visitvirginia #virginiaisforlovers #virginiaisforlovers❤️ #sezane #sezanelovers #classyandfashionable #minimalstreetstyle #unreap #weekendoffender #onparledemode #romanticizeyourlife #hairsandstyles #makeyousmilestyle #casualobsessed

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