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How to Wear a Green Gingham Shirt in September

September 2, 2015

How to wear a green gingham shirt & some of my favorite gingham items for fall!

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What Nicole Wore: Check Her Out — old navy gingham shirt {old, similar} + francesca’s laser cut skirt {sold out, similar length lace option | last seen here} + old navy crossbody {old, similar | last seen here} + julep nail polish

Ahhh how is it already September?! You all know I love gingham more than the average human being and am always wearing my blue and black button downs. For whatever reason, I tend to reach for this one a lot less so I thought it would be perfect for today.

I just bought a gingham dress, finally! (similar) and I’m sure it’ll make a blog appearance sooner than later.

I love jewelry, but lately I can’t be bothered to put any on — especially with this late heat wave. They feel like an unnecessary layer, but if I were to wear this look in a couple weeks, once it cools down, I’d go with I’d probably wear my shorter marble necklace and a long gold pendant necklace.

Emily was sweet enough to send me this polish after I ohhh-ed and awww’ed after she posted a picture wearing it on Instagram and I’ve gotten so many compliments on it this week.

Let me know what your favorite gingham items are below!

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August 31, 2015

What Nicole Wore: Follor Your Arrow — francesca’s dress {old} + target denim vest {similar | last seen here} + old navy crossbody bag {old clearance find, similar | last seen here} + francesca’s watch {under $20 | last seen here} + aviators via five below {similar + splurge}

It’s the last day of August and it’s still 90 degrees here in Louisville. I’m actually kind of excited for these last couple weeks of getting to wear my summer favorites. I get the excitement for new clothes, fall and blanket scarves (just ordered this one after eyeing it SO hard + it’s a Zara dupe and under $15), but I’m 100% not trying to sweat anymore than I have to.

Jewel tones are my jam; they always look so cheerful to me and are flattering on my coloring. A lot of people seem to think turquoise is a summer only color, but I love pieces that incorporate the color in a way that make it possible to wear it throughout the year. This striped tee {under $8} would look gorgeous paired under a puffer vest and with dark wash jeans.

Turquoise accessories also have a huge place in my heart and closet. Lately, I’ve been loving my Kendra Scott Elisa necklace, this one in turquoise is super cute and perfect for layering necklaces. If you love the shorter length, the necklace is on sale in coral right now and under $40.

I love this long necklace that has a turquoise marble pendant, this scarf has a fun tribal print and then ombres at the ends into everyone’s favorite fall color this year: olive, and this multi-strand stretch bracelet would for sure fit my small wrist.

What summer color are you holding on to?

IG Roundup

August 28, 2015

Time for a Instagram roundup!

striped tee via sam’s club {similar | last seen here} + hm pineapple dress {worn as skirt, similar | last seen here} + kate spade new york wallet {similar | last seen here} + shop versona cuff + nail polish + statement necklace via eBay

marble print iphone 6 case + francesca’s collection necklace {similar} + rebecca minkoff clutch {exact print sold out | last seen here}

Marble print has grown so much on me and now I’m having trouble resisting all the fun pieces popping up everywhere. These fun jewelry pieces are all to die for.

tee via veryjane {similar} + longchamp tote {consignment find} + nail polish + forever 21 activewear leggings

Shopping for gym clothes is so much more fun than going to the gym but what’s new. I pretty much only wear graphic tees and tanks right now with my cropped leggings. Here’s some of my fave, fun gym tanks: one (under $11), two, three, four and five.

What Nicole Wore: IG Roundup — hm striped burnout tank {old, similar} + talbots flamingo embroidered skirt {thrift find} + charming charlie bracelet + spiked bracelet via sage k and co {sold out, available here in gold, rose gold and silver for under $5} + nail polish

I am loving t-shirt dresses right now. There’s something so wonderful about looking putting together but feeling super comfortable. I have an affinity for stripes and so does everyone else because the striped shirt dress options keep coming this year. There’s also lots of solid options out there if you’re planning on wearing it with a fun scarf and want to keep the base palette a little more neutral.

francesca’s plaid flannel with polka dot collar and cuffs {similar} + j crew broken in boyfriend chino shorts {consignment find} + old navy purse {old, similar}

Did you see the fun plaid scarf I linked above this? I’m SO excited that plaid season is here/I’m kind of forcing it. #ItsFine

One of the things I love about this shirt is the combination of polka dots and plaid; I know we started seeing that trend of a different pattern on the cuffs and collars last season and I’m eyeing this plaid shirt with chambray collars and cuffs. I also love this fun plaid tote, especially because it has a cross body strap, but it seems a little more fall than I’m ready to commit to.

My love for marble knows no bounds; how cute is this Kendra Scott necklace? Love this one too for those days you need a statement necklace.

The OPI Venice collection has so many shades that I love but so far I’ve only bought this one. Gelato on my Mind and A Great Opera-tunity are calling my name. One of my exciting moments this week was this photo being shared on Francesca’s instagram account.

Okay so like I said earlier, cropped leggings have been my jam. Pairs with mesh paneling feel sassy and right for the gym. Check out these, these gray ones, this pair and these. I like the thickness of the F21 active pants and find them TTS (I’m wearing a medium).

Old Navy has been killing it lately. I first saw this bag in store, but knew it would eventually go on sale or have an online coupon that could be used. They’ve been running lots of promos which makes it a great time to stock up. I love this reversible tote, this pair of D’Orsay flats and I really need to go try on this scallop top because I’m not sure how boxy it is.

Hobby Lobby also had the navy and white striped fabric to make another J. Crew inspired look for less. Thinking about cruising the streets of Louisville this weekend to see if I can find some olive green quilted vest material.

It’s been a really good week and one of the things that resonated with me the most was this post “4 Lessons I Learned After Dumping My Ex-BFF.” My friend Michelle sent it to me earlier this week and then Mionna tweeted it last night. Ending friendships is such a hard thing for me because of how much I analyze everything. Even after things are said and done, I still question myself and my choices. It’s always refreshing to see other people going through the same things and reinforcing my decisions.

It’s also been great reconnecting with some old friends this year (:

Last thing, I’m co-hosting a style challenge on Instagram that runs all of September; if you’re struggling with what to wear, if you love fun prizes and giveaways or if you just want to keep up, I’d love for you to join!

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August 26, 2015

What Nicole Wore: Yellow and White — hm sunglasses {similar} + francesca’s necklace {similar, under $7} + target tie front blouse {thrift find} + roz and ALI white jeans {sold out, similar | last seen here} + charming charlie bracelet {similar} + shop versona druzy wrap cuff + charlotte russe purse {old, similar} + clarks shoes sandals {similar}

One of our local parks in Louisville is pretty close to my house so I went out a few weeks ago and explored while snapping some photos. How cute are these bright silos?

This shirt was a summer thrift find at my local Goodwill; I was immediately drawn to the color and the tie front. It constantly seems like I’m working on expanding the color palette in my wardrobe — blue is a color I truly love in every shade. I have to make a real conscious effort to not have a monochromatic closet.

It’s been really hard especially since I’ve started doing some pre-fall shopping. But, with all the fun new fall colors coming out I shouldn’t struggle that much (must avoid navy). There’s so many great olive, burgundy, cognac and blush pieces that I’m drooling over. See: this shirt, this fringe cross body bag (it’s under $25), and these t-shirt dresses (HELLO! on major clearance under $8, why are you still here?!).

I love that the shirt is high low and features a geometric pattern that makes it very summery. I’ve gotten a chance to throw this on with chino shorts in different colors as well as solid skirts.

Speaking of skirts, how are we feeling about the leather skirt trend? My mom always says I look like a street walker whenever I try one on and I legitimately can’t tell if she’s joking or not, but I am loving these options right now.

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August 24, 2015

What Nicole Wore: Gridlocked — old navy polka dot blouse {old, similar} + francesca’s collection grid print skirt {similar | last seen here} + stella and dot ring + opi nail polish

My friend Heather is hosting a Stella and Dot shopping party and all of her proceeds are going to the Susan G. Komen foundation. Breast cancer research is near and dear to me after losing my grandmother at 3 after her breast cancer resurfaced and spread to her liver and brain. I’d love it if you’d shop her trunk show here, it runs until September 19.

This ring immediately caught my eye and I love that the ring is adjustable and has multiple “rings” without being heavy.

I just bought this blush last week and am loving it so far. I’ve been addicted to my NARS blush for over a year now, but the Tarte blush is very pigmented and requires very little to get a strong payout.

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