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How to Look Like a Natural at Kentucky’s Biggest Event

Hope you’re not tired of Kentucky Derby looks! Today I’m sharing what might be my favorite race track look this year.  Let’s be serious — Derby and Oaks are Kentucky’s biggest event.  I’m a big believer that it’s worse to be underdressed than overdressed.  If you share that fear, this breakdown is for you!

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Questions about what to wear to the Kentucky Derby? Louisville blogger, What Nicole Wore, breaks down how to dress for Kentucky's biggest event. // kentucky derby outfit dress, adrianna papell dresses, macys outfits, macys dresses, derby style dresses outfit, rebecca minkoff handbags, kentucky derby hats
featured | adrianna papell: sleeveless collar belted fit and flare dress c/o macy’s + steve madden: irenee block heel sandals c/o macy’s + august hat company: fascinator c/o macy’s + rebecca minkoff: leo clutch + fenty beauty: pro’filtr foundation + laura mercier: lipstick + urban decay: naked reloaded palette c/o

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Blush Handkerchief Dress for Kentucky Oaks Day

Oaks Day is the day before the Derby and everyone is encouraged to wear pink!  Breast cancer survivors are honored and a portion of proceeds from the day goes towards breast cancer research and awareness charities. Knowing this, I picked a blush dress that would be perfect for Oaks Day and brunch with friends.

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Unsure of what to wear to the Kentucky Oaks races? Louisville blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares a blush handkerchief dress for the occasion! // pink fascinator outfit, kentucky oaks outfit for women, leopard clutch outfit classy, michael kors shoes outfit
featured | kensie: appliqué midi dress c/o macy’s + michael kors: josephine wedge sandals c/o macy’s + fascinator c/o macy’s {available in store at oxmoor center} + ten and two shop: hot pink earrings c/o {sold out, PROMO CODE: NICOLE30 for 30% off and free shipping site wide} + leopard clutch + urban decay: naked reloaded palette + laura mercier: lipstick + laura mercier: blush + too faced: better than sex mascara

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Race Day Ready with Macy’s for Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is officially less than a month away so it’s time to get race day ready!  In this post, I’m sharing a pastel look from Macy’s that’s perfect for Churchill Downs or even Easter.  A couple weeks ago, I got to attend the Kentucky Derby Fashion Show presented by Macy’s and left inspired.

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Time to get race day ready! Follow along with Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, as she shares why Macy's is the perfect store to get ready head to toe. // louisville style what to wear, fascinator outfit kentucky derby, coral lipstick dark skin, macys dresses wedding, easter outfits for women
featured | laundry by shelli: regal embroidered button a-line dress c/o + call it spring: block heel sandals c/o + august hat company: fascinator c/o {available in store} + urban decay: naked reloaded palette + laura mercier: blush colour infusion {in rosé} + laura mercier: rouge essential silky creme lipstick {in nu préféré) + too faced: better than sex mascara

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Mint Julep Month and the Derby Drink I Like Better

April means it’s Mint Julep Month which is a time to celebrate in Louisville!  Sharing a cute, Derby inspired mint julep outfit plus a Derby drink that I’ve been loving lately.  And if you’re not sure what’s in a mint julep, fear not — I’ll share that too.

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Kentucky blogger, Nicole Green of What Nicole Wore, shares her favorite Derby drink and how to make it plus a casual Kentucky Derby outfit. // ways to wear a jean jacket, mint julep recipe, louisville murals, spring sweater outfit for women, breathing fire lipstick
featured | haley and the hound: mint julep sweater c/o + jean jacket c/o gordmans {similar} + levi’s: skinny jeans + gingham block heels + kendra scott: astoria earrings + karen walker: number one sunglasses + kate spade new york: coconut drink purse {old} + fenty beauty: pro filt’r foundation + anastasia beverly hills: soft glam palette + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick {in breathing fire}

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Two Ways to Wear Your White Tee this Weekend

Spring has spring in Louisville!  I’m getting excited to start changing my wardrobe over to more warm weather options, but let’s talk staples.  One piece that we all love is a good white tee.  Truthfully, I’ve been pretty much living in mine the past couple weeks.  Today I’m sharing two ways to wear this wardrobe staple.

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Louisville fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, styles a white tee two ways for spring weekends. This look is perfect for Thunder over Louisville! // dooney bourke handbag, white tee outfit women, heart sunglasses red, white tee and jeans outfit, casual friday work outfits, leopard loafers
featured | madewell: v neck tee shirt + gordmans: plaid blazer {similar} + loft: denim leggings + leopard loafers {similar} + red heart sunglasses {similar} + dooney & bourke: emerson satchel + vera bradley: carryall rfid all in one crossbody c/o + urban decay: naked reloaded palette + mac: retro matte lipstick {in ruby woo}

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