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Embracing Bold Color in Time for Kentucky Derby

Fridays are usually reserved for favorites around here, but we’re switching things up a bit to show another #WNWdoesDerby look.  This Derby outfit is all about embracing bold color with a dress from Pink Blush that you can easily wear all summer for vacations, the pool, and weekends.

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Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, talks about embracing bold color in your wardrobe as we transition into summer plus how to wear turquoise for the Kentucky Derby. // mac russian red lipstick, mac lipstick swatch on dark skin, holographic purse chloe dupe, pink blush dress
featured | pink blush: ivory floral leaf print off the shoulder dress c/o {15% off with MIXITUP} + shein: mini crossbody c/o + red dress boutique: black scallop wedges c/o {size down 1/2 size} + fascinators by julia: turquoise fascinator c/o {UNDER $50} + anastasia beverly hills: soft glam palette + urban decay: backtalk palette c/o {blush and highlight} + mac: matte lipstick {in russian red}

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How to Be Black Tie Appropriate with Adrianna Papell & Zappos

Today’s post is a little outside of the box of my norm but I wanted to share a black tie look as everyone gears up for Derby parties galore next week.  This gorgeous Adrianna Papell gown is perfect to strut the red carpet in whether you’re attending the Trifecta Gala or one of the other big parties here in Louisville to get ready for the Kentucky Derby.

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Style blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares a black tie appropriate dress that's perfect for red carpets and cocktail parties from Adrianna Papell and Zappos. // anastasia soft glam palette, black tie wedding what to wear, mac russian red lipstick
featured | adrianna papell:: long jersey gown c/o + lisi lerch: kate earrings c/o + glitter pumps {similar} + anastasia beverly hills: soft glam palette + fenty beauty: foundation + urban decay: backtalk palette + mac: lipstick {in russian red}

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Feeling the Blues: a Draper James Derby Day

Is this thing on? Y’all I am so sorry for the overall abandonment of this space {and my general internet presence!}, I’ll have more on that in tomorrow’s Friday Favorites post but wanted to hop on and share a Draper James Derby look that I think you all will love!

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Louisville style blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares a Draper James Derby day look that will have you ready for the most exciting two minutes in sports, the Kentucky Derby. // draper james spring dress, kentucky derby party ideas, what to wear kentucky derby churchill downs
featured | draper james: love circle dress c/o + red dress boutique: ankle strap heels c/o + fascinators by julia: baby blue fascinator c/o {under $50} + sugarfix by baublebar: drop statement earrings {old, similar} + kendra scott: elisa druzy necklace + rebecca minkoff: leo clutch + urban decay: backtalk palette c/o + urban decay: vice lipstick c/o

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You Asked! All About Affiliate Links & New Way to Shop

Hey hey, y’all! Last week Facebook and Instagram made some API changes so I figured it would be a good time to talk about some of the ways to shop my outfits if you’re following along on Instagram. While outlining the post, I realized I’ve never really talked in depth about affiliate links and how I use them.

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Style blogger, What Nicole Wore, breaks down the new Instagram API update and how to shop with LIKEtoKNOWit. Plus learn about what affiliate links are and how bloggers use them. // pattern mixing gingham, summer outfits, spring casual outfit lookbook ideas, bandana styling
featured | chicwish: white cold shoulder blouse c/o {old, similar} + red dress boutique: gingham shorts c/o + bandana + red dress boutique: gingham fold over clutch c/o

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Yellow From the Other Side: On Privacy

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about privacy. Despite the fact that I put a lot of my life out there between my blog and social media, I’m somewhat old fashioned when it comes to keeping my cards close to the chest so to speak. I think most people that know me on a personal level would categorize my personality as more guarded; I don’t think one way is wrong but thought it might be kind of neat to talk about why I’m careful about what details I give out. As an added bonus, I’m sharing all the details on Dress & Dwell’s new pop up shop here in Louisville!

BTW, I’m hosting a fun giveaway on my Instagram story {ends around 9:15 PM eastern on April 9th} for an Urban Decay Naked palette, 2 Vice lipsticks, a NYX Cosmetics Wonderstick and NYX butter gloss!

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Louisville lifestyle blogger, What Nicole Wore, talks about some of the benefits of maintaining personal privacy in a social media, share driven culture plus all the details on the new Dress & Dwell pop up shop in Louisville, Kentucky. // african american style blogger, summer fashion blog photography, style blogger clothes, maxi dress spring outfits
featured | dress & dwell: yellow floral maxi c/o + red dress boutique: blush ankle strap heels c/o {under $50} +  turquoise tassel earrings c/o {similar} + kendra scott: necklace c/o + red dress boutique: linked to you purse c/o {also comes in black!} + urban decay: ultra cushion lipgloss c/o {in snitch}

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