Another day, another city.
At one time, I would describe Clearing Preppy’s Name as a fashion blog, and although I still post about my favorite a-line dresses and the pearls to match from time to time, I believe as of late it has...
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I’ve been living in Maryland for about 2 months now and my life has changed a lot. I went from waitressing and nannying 40+ hours a week, to working in a full time sales position outside of DC for an...
View ArticleNew Changes, New Year.
It’s incredible to me that I am writing this post already 2 weeks into 2016. Since my last 2015 post, I have made some dramatic life changes. I moved back home with my parents in Western New York after...
View ArticleSpring closet cleaning with Poshmark
There’s something about the warm weather in Buffalo that just brings me hope. I spotted some crocuses today while walking around my neighborhood and it made me smile. I feel like one of the best parts...
View ArticleSwimwear struggles
In my last post I mentioned my excitement over warm weather. The biggest negative I can see about warmer temperatures quickly creeping up is that it means swimsuit season and impending swimwear...
View ArticleBuffalo State Fashion Show 2016
Since moving to Buffalo almost 4 years ago I’ve attended a few fashion shows in Western New York. I love seeing fashion on display in our tight knit community and was thrilled to attend the afternoon...
View ArticleThings to do in Buffalo -April
In April I found a lot of great things to do in Buffalo. There were a variety of fundraisers for wonderful causes as well as new restaurants to try. A key part of this whole revitalization in the city...
View ArticleThings to do in Buffalo -May
May has come and gone and it blows my mind! We skipped over spring pretty quickly in Western New York. The increasing temperatures and beautiful sunshine means there are a plethora of options for...
View ArticleHappy Fourth of July!
Tis the season of cut offs and star spangled crop tops! I love the fourth of July, I have a theory that my ~Labor Day birthday is to blame. Don’t mock me for wearing a red, white and blue metallic...
View ArticleExploring Templeton Landing
This past Saturday I had brunch at Templeton Landing in downtown Buffalo with one of my best friends, Megan. I had been to Templeton for drinks before a concert, as well as for their famous Mojito...
View Article3 places I want to stay at through Airbnb instead of laying on my couch
I found out on Friday that I have mono.. which gives me a lot of time to lay on my couch and dream of being anywhere else. Mono is such a weird illness; I feel super tired -nothing that different than...
View ArticleBoston on a Budget
It’s no secret that I love to travel. I actually think that it is one of the first things that people gather from getting to know me. #travelholics back together again 🌎🌍🌏 A photo posted by Allison...
View ArticleFalling in love with autumn fashion
Sometimes summer in WNY seems like a shock to the system. We aren’t accustomed to 80 degree days, we are much more familiar with 8 inches of snow. I always enjoy the 3 months of sunshine, but I welcome...
View ArticleA wardrobe staple: The Sweater Shell
Every spring and fall I dig my bins of summer and winter clothing out of the basement. I bid farewell to the cashmere sweaters and replace them with 5 in. chino shorts.. and vice versa. It’s a sad, but...
View ArticleThe Third Street Art Alley
Last Tuesday, my friend Jess (owner of Main Street Printing Company) and I decided to explore the Third Street Art Alley in downtown Niagara Falls. The bright colors and impressive artwork seemed like...
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