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4 Important Things I’ve Learned By Working For Myself

Happy Monday! Today I’m sharing a work wear look that will be perfect for the office now and throughout summer. We’re also getting into the nitty gritty of what I’ve learned in the past year and a half of working for myself. While the path isn’t for everyone, it’s been a journey that’s taught me a lot about myself, my finances, and life in general.

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Kentucky lifestyle blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares how "working for myself, by myself" has changed how she approaches life and other life lessons learned as a small business owner. // draper james outfit, easy work outfit summer, sorority recruitment outfit, white leather tote, scallop bag
featured | draper james: magnolia shirtdress c/o + bearpaw: rhonda sandals c/o {UNDER $50 with code: BPAMBNG – also available in blue and black} + karen walker: number one sunglasses {UNDER $20 dupe} + red dress boutique: no obligations earrings c/o + kendra scott: elisa necklace + draper james: scallop tote c/o

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How to Look Chic in Jumpsuits for Kentucky Derby 144

Editing this post at the last minute to say: the best laid plans sometimes just don’t work out! I was SO excited about wearing this outfit to Kentucky Derby 144 but life happened and it’s just not happening unfortunately.  That being said, this is hands down my favorite Derby look from this year and this fascinator is AMAZING. Without further ado, here’s how to look chic in jumpsuits for spring and summer.

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Wondering what to wear to Kentucky Derby? Style blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares how to look chic in jumpsuits for spring and summer with Shop the Mint & Fascinate Designs. // jumpsuit outfit ideas, kentucky derby hat, kentucky derby outfit, rebecca mink clutch, colourpop lippie stix
featured | shop the mint: around the way jumpsuit c/o {ON SALE, under $30} + bearpaw: rhonda sandals c/o {$48 with code: BPAMBNG} + fascinate designs: custom fascinator c/o + kendra scott: elisa necklace + rebecca minkoff: leo clutch {similar} + colourpop cosmetics: lippie stix {in poppin’} + opi: nail polish {in lucky lucky lavender}

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Make Me Blush! Kentucky Oaks Day Outfit

Happy Thurby! I’m bummed to not be at Churchill Downs today, so if you’re going let me know in the comments so I can live vicariously through you.  Today’s Derby style look has a ‘Make Me Blush’ theme that would be perfect to wear to Kentucky Oaks or Derby day.

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Make me blush! Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares an outfit for Churchill Downs that's perfect for Kentucky Derby, Oaks, or Thurby! // rebecca minkoff leo clutch, wedding guest dress, kentucky derby party ideas, what to wear kentucky derby
featured | shein: blush lace dress c/o {UNDER $50} + red dress boutique: blush ankle strap shoes c/o + fascinators by julia: blush fascinator c/o + kendra scott: elisa necklace + rebecca minkoff: leo clutch {similar} + work the metal: blush drop earrings c/o

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What to Wear to Thurby: Best Dressed for Derby

I still cannot believe that Derby week is here; this year I’m crossing an item off my bucket list by actually going to Derby for the first time. It should be a ton of fun & I’m super excited about the outfit I’m wearing. {It’ll be up here on What Nicole Wore Saturday morning!} Today’s post is a bit of a throwback; I’m sharing the outfit I wore to Thurby last year.

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Kentucky fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares what to wear to Thurby and other Derby week activities at Churchill Downs plus her top tips for making your own Derby hat or fascinator. // francesca's earrings, derby fascinator, pattern mixing spring outfit, kate spade purse, kentucky derby what to wear, kentucky oaks outfit
featured | DIY fascinator {used this as my base!} + loft: striped top {old, similar} + j. crew factory: shift dress c/o bluegrass outlets {old, similar} + hunter boots: original tall boots {linking to sale pair, under $100} + francesca’s: marble and pink earrings {similar} + pink beaded layer necklace + kate spade: ice cream purse c/o bluegrass outlets + colourpop cosmetics: lippie stix {in poppin’} + urban decay: backtalk palette {for highlight and blush} + anastasia beverly hills: soft glam palette {on eyes}

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Why It’s Okay Not to Be the Cool Girl

Mondays are a little easier to get through when it’s Derby week! I’m showing off an all pink outfit that would be perfect for Kentucky Oaks with Lauren James plus I’m sharing some real life talk about how we’re all faking it & why it’s okay not to be the cool girl. Grab your breakfast and let’s jump on in!

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Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, talks about faking it until you become it and why it's okay not to be the cool girl plus a Lauren James dress that's perfect for Kentucky Oaks or Derby day. // pink fascinator kentucky derby hat, kentucky oaks what to wear, lauren james dress derby
featured | lauren james: lola swing dress c/o {UNDER $100} + fascinators by julia: bubble gum pink fascinator c/o {UNDER $50} + red dress boutique: scallop wedges c/o + charming charlie: toucan clutch c/o {old} + colourpop cosmetics: element of surprise palette {UNDER $20} + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick {in breathing fire}

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