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Graduating to the Next Level of Style with Francesca’s

{This post is sponsored by Francesca’s!  Thank you for supporting the brands that allow me to pursue What Nicole Wore.  All opinions shared are my own.}

This time of year can be so busy with end of the school year, graduations, Memorial Day weekend — the list goes on!  For me, one of the ways I’ve learned to stop overextending myself is to figure out my one-stop shops and knock everything off my to-do list in one swoop.  That’s one of the reasons I love shopping at Francesca’s; no matter what outfit I’m looking for or which friend or family member is on my gift list, I know I’ll be able to find an item that’s just what I need.

Today, I’m sharing the pleated skirt that’s perfect to wear to graduation.

What to Wear to Graduation: Pleated Skirt
featured | cold shoulder tank {also comes in olive} + pleated skirt {UNDER $50} + blush block heel {go down half a size} + cat eye sunglasses + howlite and hot pink statement earrings + periwinkle beaded necklace + cognac camera bag {comes in more colors} –all items courtesy of Francesca’s—

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Graduation Style: Pleated Skirt

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Get on the Best Dressed List: Lavender Lace Dress for Summer Weddings

As we reach mid-May, the ‘oh my Gosh what am I going to wear to that wedding?!’ scaries can hit, but never fear.  I’ve got you covered; this summer I’m launching the ‘Wedding Chic’ series.  Throughout the summer, I’ll be sharing the best formal looks.  And it all starts with this lavender lace dress from Chicwish.  It’s SO good; I really can’t say enough good things about this frock but I’ll try.

Wedding Season: Lavender Lace Dress
{photos by Jordan Mannel of Impromptu Boutique} featured | chicwish: lavender lace dress c/o {UNDER $100} + kelly & katie: nude pumps {under $50} + rebecca minkoff: love crossbody {worn as clutch} + karen walker: number one sunglasses {DUPE here} + kendra scott: brook earrings c/o {also available here} + daniel wellington: classic petite melrose watch c/o {save with code NICOLEWORE, also available here} + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick c/o macy’s + opi products: nail polish c/o

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Wedding Guest Style: Lavender Lace Dress

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Tie Up Embroidered Top

Lately, I’ve been working summer pieces into my wardrobe as the Kentucky weather changes over to summer.  We all know I love a blue top, so this one with it’s pretty red embroidery seemed perfect.

Off the Shoulder Top with Red Embroidery
featured | shein: embroidered off the shoulder top c/o {UNDER $20} + sts blue: distressed jeans {similar, UNDER $75} + francesca’s: caged ankle boots c/o {similar} + sugarfix by baublebar: ball drop earrings {UNDER $15} + dixieland boutique: initial necklace c/o {save with code WNW20} + vera bradley: kit sunglasses c/o {UNDER $75} + kate spade new york: coconut crossbody c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass + fossil: boyfriend watch c/o {similar} + mac cosmetics: retro matte lipstick c/o {in ruby woo} + opi products: nail polish c/o

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Summer Style: Off the Shoulder Top with Red Embroidery

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Button Up That Shirt – Let’s Flamingle

Last month, I did some major shopping at the Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass and added some fun new pieces to my closet – including this fun flamingo top.  One thing about outlet finds is that you’re finding something that isn’t as widely available.  This flamingo top is sold out online, but I’ve linked it {and the matching ankle pants — see how Tif styled them here!} in case you want to try and track it down at your outlet center! We all know I have a ton of clothing so while I didn’t need anything, I did focus on buying some new pieces to take me through spring and summer.

The Outlet Exclusive: Flamingo Top
featured | ny and company: flamingo top c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass {similar, exact sold out online, pants} + adorn apparel: white skirt c/o + cognac fringe wedges {similar} + rebecca minkoff: love crossbody + sunglasses c/o + kendra scott: elisa necklace c/o + mint bib necklace {similar UNDER $15} + daniel wellington: classic petite watch c/o {SAVE WITH PROMO CODE NICOLEWORE} + kendra scott: naomi ring + colourpop cosmetics: ultra matte lipstick + mac cosmetics: lip liner c/o {in rebellious} + opi: nail polish c/o

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Summer Critters: Flamingo Top

Summer Work Wear: Flamingo Top

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Can’t Teach a Cold Dog New Tricks with Dixieland Boutique

Once spring hits, I’m all about the brights so this magenta dress from Dixieland Boutique was a MUST HAVE for me.  The trendy piece features ruffles on the cold shoulders, is lightweight enough to wear during the random heatwaves and will translate well into summer.  Keep reading for a promo code & info on how you can win this dress for yourself!

Magical Magenta Dress for Spring
featured | dixieland boutique: orchid ruffle cold-shoulder dress c/o {20% OFF WITH CODE WNW20, just restocked!} + kelly & katie: coderno pumps {UNDER $40} + kate spade new york: flavor of the month ice cream crossbody c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass + j. crew factory: oversized sunglasses c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass {FINAL SALE, low stock, similar pair} + kendra scott: max earrings c/o {rent for free from rocksbox by using promo code whatnicoleworexoxo} + turquoise statement necklace {similar linked and here} + kendra scott: laura pinch bracelet c/o {available with rocksbox!} + kendra scott: naomi ring + opi products: infinity shine nail polish c/o + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick

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Springing Forward with Dixieland Boutique's Magenta Dress

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