What Nicole Wore

7•15•15

July 15, 2015

What Nicole Wore: Maxed Out — target kids denim vest {similar in ladies sizing} + hm maxi dress {old} + nail polish + starfish cuff via windsor store {similar, available in silver and gold} + michael kors watch {on sale!} + vera bradley purse

I’m not sure what’s going on with me this week, but I’ve been in such a funk. Personally, I’m betting on the gross weather and late night thunderstorms that have left me getting no sleep. It’s midnight as I’m writing this so we’re going to have to keep things short and sweet today.

First off, this nail color. -insert applause emoji.- I actually took an unintentional break from painting my nails the past three weeks or so and planned on putting something fun and new on them. It didn’t happen. This polish feels like it might be my summer go to.
Guys, how cute is this starfish cuff?! I rediscovered it while organizing my jewelry the other day and knew I had to start wearing it 24/7 for the rest of the summer.

Second time in less than a week that the jean vest is on the blog. I got a decent amount of wear out of this last summer, but it feels like this vest has really become a family member of my closet this time around. Few (style) things bug me as much as bra straps with spaghetti straps and the denim vest is the perfect way to conceal this.

Happy Wednesday!

IG Roundup

July 13, 2015

If you’ve followed the blog for awhile you may have noticed that I’ve started changing the formatting of content over the past couple weeks. As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts and opinions on what’s going on in this space and what you like and dislike.

Since I’m just getting back from a trip, today’s post is an Instagram roundup which I’m super curious to hear your thoughts on — do we like it? do we hate it? do we think it’s a cop out to creating new content? Let me know in the comments!

What Nicole Wore: IG Roundup 7.13.15 — forever 21 cobalt peplum top {similar, on sale} + loft gingham shorts {thrifted, similar} + statement necklace via eBay + target style sandals {old, similar}

Love that this shirt shows off my waist to hip ratio and covers up the fact that these shorts are starting to become too big. Still no weight loss, but I am starting to notice waist and thigh loss. #StruggleCity

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7•10•15

July 10, 2015

target girl's denim vest {similar in ladies sizing | last seen here} + she inside dress {on sale} + ashiana london necklace c/o rocksbox {similar | last seen here} + coral stone wedges via dsw {old} — target girl’s denim vest {similar in ladies sizing, on sale | last seen here} + she inside dress {on sale} + coral stone wedges via dsw {old}

Happy Friday! Summer seems like it’s flying by and I could not believe I hadn’t broken out this dress yet. It’s currently on sale and available in two color combos. If you know me you’re shocked because I didn’t pick the all blue version – baby steps.

tiffany and co bracelet + michael kors watch + charming charlie bracelet — tiffany and co bracelet {similar} + michael kors watch + charming charlie bracelet {similar, on sale}

My Tiffany’s bracelet is an old present from my dad that I rarely wear, mostly because I’m terrified of losing it. In all the craziness that is my costume jewelry collection, this piece is one that I treasure and hope to one day pass down to a daughter of my own.

on my face: eyebrows + highlighter + blush via nordstrom rack + lip color + mascara + foundation + moisturizer

That is the inside of my dress not my undies. Just to be clear. Ok. Let’s continue.

I love trying new beauty products but am also super cheap so I was pretty pumped when I got a Benefit trial kit as my gift with purchase last week. I haven’t gotten a chance to try out all the goodies inside (a cult favorite mascara + a friend’s favorite primer), but I am loving with the two new products I’m wearing in these photos.

I’m pretty basic in my day to day makeup. I stick to my tried and true routine: powder foundation that has SPF, stays on my skin and is lightweight, a brushed + sculpted brow, blush, a quick spray of setting spray and a coat of mascara. If I’m feeling fancy and have extra time, I might break out one of my two eye shadow palettes or add a little eye liner, but usually my makeup is kind of understated (and maybe boring.)

I’ve never used a highlighter before so I was relieved when Pinterest and YouTube informed me that this one is super easy to apply, just little dabs and then blend.

I rarely wear lipstick or gloss, or anything of that general nature, because they dry out my lips which is gross, duh. Vaseline at night is my old as dirt solution to keeping my lips hydrated and I’m always hesitant about putting anything new on them. But, since the sample was a lip tint instead of a stick or gloss I figured it wouldn’t hurt to try and I loved it! You can build as little or as much color as you want and I found my light application felt and looked very natural. This color is described as a “radiant orchid” and looks super bright in the tube so I wondered if I’d look like a clown, but found this was a color I’d probably purchase.

Also, the story behind what led Benefit to make lip tints is QUITE interesting (and a little NSFW.)

ashiana london necklace c/o rocksbox {similar | last seen here} — ashiana london druzy necklace c/o rocksbox {similar | last seen here}

Still debating on whether or not to keep this beautiful druzy pendant from Rocksbox — each month you get $10 in credit to use towards pieces you love and this may have to be one of them. If you want to try out my favorite (and only) subscription box, you can use code “whatnicoleworexoxo” at check out to get one month free of charge.

Anyways….I can’t decide if this necklace is calling my name or just whispering it. #JewelryHoarderProblems

Hope you have a great weekend with lots of fun plans! 🙂

PS. I’m in DC this week/weekend for some less than fun reasons so if I don’t immediately respond to your comment (or an email), please don’t take it personally and know that I’ll get back to you as soon as I can!

Disclaimer: I’ve been compensated by Rocksbox in the form of two 3 month subscriptions; all opinions about the service are my own.

7•9•15

July 9, 2015

forever 21 glasses print shirt {similar | last seen here} + express runway mini skirt {thrift find, similar} + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox + blue mirrored aviators via five below {similar} + tahari scallop flats via dsw {last seen here} — forever 21 glasses print shirt {old} + express runway mini skirt {thrift find, similar} + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox + blue mirrored aviators via five below {similar} + tahari scallop flats via dsw {similar, last seen here}

I destroyed these flats at a wedding a couple weekends ago (please click the “last seen here” link and you’ll see how clean they were pre-mud running…oops). Since it was raining and I had to go in to work, I decided to just go ahead and sacrifice these bad boys to the fashion gods. Luckily, scallops are all the rage right now and there are lots of scalloped flats to choose from. I linked a cute sale pair above (they have a bow and some peep toe action), but I’m kind of feeling the idea of stepping away from suede and going with these leather, perforated ones. So cute, right?

It’s Thrift Thursday so it felt fitting to debut this Express skirt that I snagged at Goodwill for $3 a couple weeks back. A lot of people (including friends of mine) turn their noses up at Goodwill. The trick is to find one that’s not gross, because there are gross Goodwills out there, be in a patient state of mind and understand that you’re going to have to sift.

Sometimes you’ll strike out completely, which can be frustrating, but honestly isn’t that different from shopping at a retail store, at least for me.

The other item I’m debuting is this gorgeous bracelet set from Sira & Mara! I have little wrists and hate ordering bracelets online because it’s hard to guess how big they might be. This set is gorgeous and has a good amount of stretch that keeps them on my wrist and off the ground. 10/10 would recommend.

This is the first body con anything that I’ve bought; I always felt so wide when I tried them on (and sometimes still do.) Something about this skirt drew me in and I’m so glad for it!

Tell me about something you’ve thrifted and loved more than expected below!

7•8•15

July 8, 2015

Lovely by Adrianna Papell dress c/o dressbarn (on sale) + instax mini 8 c/o dressbarn + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox + gold cuff c/o dressbarn + sunglasses via fiveBelow (similar) — Lovely by Adrianna Papell dress c/o dressbarn (on sale) + instax mini 8 c/o dressbarn + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox + gold cuff c/o dressbarn (similar) + sunglasses via fiveBelow (similar) + coral and gold wedges via dsw {old}

Anyone else get super stressed about what to wear to various summer events? I’m headed to DC tomorrow (where has the time gone) and am excited to break out this dress for the first time. Dressbarn launched their DRESSBAR collection a few months ago; they’ve partnered with a variety of designers to update their dress styles and be able to provide options to women of all ages and shapes for each and every special occasion you may have this summer.

What Nicole Wore: DRESSBAR — on my face: eyebrows by benefit + bareMinerals foundation + NARS blush via nordstrom rack + lipstick

I’m a big fan of exposed zippers and was so excited when I saw the one on this dress. The gold looks so pretty and delicate in the center with lace flanking the sides.

Wearing all black during the summer can be daunting, but the blush pink underneath the lace overlay looks so beautiful and the detailing really makes this more than just another little black dress.

This cuff is so gorgeous but a bit too big for my little wrists. I wanted to make sure I had a chance to show it off to you all before I attempt to restring it (fingers crossed.)

How important is it to have a sassy dress for when Beyoncé comes on mid-photo shoot. SO IMPORTANT, Y’ALL.

Thanks so much to Dressbarn for sponsoring this post. All opinions, as always, are my own.

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