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My Black Friday MUST HAVES

Not only is Thanksgiving TOMORROW (crazy, right?) but every fashionistas favorite holiday is right around the corner too!

I am religiously a Black Friday shopper.  To be honest, even when I was working in retail I shopped Black Friday sales before or after my shift (if you love a great piece at an even better price, you understand)!  But for me, although the prices are unbeatable, Black Friday shopping is more than shopping; it is a time for me to spend chatting and laughing with my cousins and close friends who are crazy enough to stand by my side in outrageous lines at 2 a.m.

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3 Winter Coat Styles Under $150

Let me be honest-I picked up this jacket on sale last winter season but isn’t she a beauty?  Throughout the chilly months over the past year, I’ve received countless compliments and questions on the faux fur leopard coat so I’m excited to finally share it with all of you!  BUT not only am I sharing this trendy fur, I’m also leaving a list of my favorite winter coats at the best prices for the chilly weather.

Plus, stick around for some tips on exploring one of my favorite NYC views!

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From London to New York- TopShop IT @ Nordstrom

So if you’ve visited A Grim Sense of Style before, you likely know my obsession with New York City.  BUT did you know that before New York there was London?  That’s right. Flash back four and a half years (it’s crazy to think it was that long ago!)- I was living abroad while studying at the UAL: London College of Fashion. I would not trade that experience for the world!

London had its tough moments.  My school was on Oxford Street where ALL the high end retailers were located, so I’m sure you can imagine my struggle as a broke student.  But of course, I didn’t let that stop me!  Like clockwork after fashion class I would pop in the stores to simply collect inspiration.  As a true fashionista I am unashamed to admit this remains one of my favorite memories.

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