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History in High Heels

My Stylish Journey Through Academia

dresses, style

Chic Dresses that feel like PJs

September 4, 2020

I joked on Tiktok a few weeks ago that my style is guided by two principles: 1) Look chic with minimal effort; and 2) Always feel like you’re wearing pajamas. Apparently, everyone agrees because the… [Continue Reading]

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dresses, fall, outfit, style

How to Layer Dresses in the Fall

November 13, 2017

When you think of fall layers, you probably don’t think of dresses. Layering dresses, however, is a great way to transition some of your favorite pieces into fall. The pussy bow blouse is basically my… [Continue Reading]

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dresses, Europe, featured, Italy, outfit, Rome, style, summer, travel, travel style

Saying Yellow to Trastevere

June 2, 2017

        When I arrive to Rome one of the first places I visit is the neighborhood called Trastevere. Situated on the west side of the Tiber, south of the Vatican, Trastevere retains… [Continue Reading]

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blooms, dresses, featured, outfit, Spring, style

Little White Dress // LWD

April 19, 2017

Nothing says “hello spring” like an adorable little white dress, or LWD as I like to call it. While everyone emphasizes finding the perfect little black dress for your wardrobe, I think the perfect LWD… [Continue Reading]

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Charleston, dresses, featured, outfit, style, summer, travel style, Travel Tips

The Perfect Travel Dress

April 7, 2017

What’s my secret for looking chic and put together but still being comfortable and practical when traveling in the summer? The short-sleeve dress in a natural fabric that hits at or just above the knee…. [Continue Reading]

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Charleston, dresses, featured, outfit, pink, Spring, style

Southern Charm

March 29, 2017

        Borrowing from the boys, the shirtdress interprets the crisp fabric, button details, cuffs, and collar of a man’s dress shirt in a feminine dress silhouette. It is a classic piece that… [Continue Reading]

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bell-sleeve, California, dresses, fall, featured, outfit, style

Bottega Louie

October 10, 2016

                dress (under $50!) // hat // sunnies // c/o Dagne Dover bag // socks // shoes // lip I found my favorite place in L.A. — Bottega Louie…. [Continue Reading]

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dresses, featured, outfit, pink + red, style, sunglasses

Prim & Paisley

September 19, 2016

dress // jacket // purse (similar) // mules // sunnies I cannot wait to share all of our amazing pictures and experiences from Napa this week, but I am currently busy getting settled in Pasadena…. [Continue Reading]

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bell-sleeve, Dagne Dover, dresses, fall, featured, outfit, style

Cinq à Sept

September 12, 2016

dress // c/o Gina Made It headband // sunnies // c/o Dagne Dover bag // heels (similar here, on major sale here!) // lip These days I will take any excuse to get dress and… [Continue Reading]

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Welcome to History in High Heels! My name is Ashley and I have a PhD in early modern Italian history. I have worked in study abroad, I love to travel, and I am obsessed with all things fashion. I believe women should not have to sacrifice style for academic or intellectual legitimacy. I may not be Italian by blood, but after spending almost half my life there, I am Italian at heart! Thanks for stopping by!

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