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Red, White and Striped All Over: 11.11.15

November 11, 2015

Hi, you’ll be able to find me in this blanket scarf non-stop from here on out. The colors in this are SO stunning and I love the simplicity of the red, white, and blue. The colors aren’t exactly winter #sopatriotic, but these are the colors I constantly wear and I immediately bought this scarf when I saw it online a couple weeks ago. I did end up halving this scarf so that I wouldn’t be as overwhelmed, as I mentioned in last week’s post.

What Nicole Wore: Red, White and Striped All Over — shop the post: red striped boatneck tee {old, similar linked} + tortoise sunglasses + utility vest {also seen here} + red white and blue blanket scarf + gold ring {also seen here} + black skinny jeans {also seen here} + clarks shoes flats + spiked bracelet + michael kors watch + nail polish + blush + foundation + setting spray + eyebrow filler + mascara

I tied in the primary colors by pairing this scarf with a red and white striped 3/4 sleeve boatneck top. The weather in Louisville has been so touch and go lately; 70 degrees one day, 40 the next so wearing pieces that are easy to add and remove has been important. I pulled on my utility vest to add some texture and another layer.

My olive utility vest is a kids size, but here is a similar style in ladies sizes! Olive is one of the it colors for fall and this military inspired vest can be styled so many different ways. I love that this ring looks like I’m wearing multiple rings and is adjustable.

Mint to Be: 11.4.15

November 4, 2015

I can wear colored denim to work during the week and it’s felt like I’ve been living in my black and white jeans ever since it started cooling off in Louisville. I decided to get adventurous and add a couple colors to my collection recently and I’m really loving this olive pair. I’ve talked about these jeans before but they’re the only pair I’ve found recently that fit me in the waist, hips and thighs without alterations which means they’re a major winner in my book.

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8•17•15

August 17, 2015

What Nicole Wore: Let's Get Dotty — old navy polka dot chambray shirt {old, similar under $25! | last seen here} + roz & ALI white jeans {sold out, similar} + clarks usa sandals {old} + rebecca minkoff clutch {sold out, available solids, on sale in snakeskin | last seen here} + shine bright necklace c/o siramara {last seen here} + hm sunglasses {similar, on sale}

I’m finally starting to feel like I’m back in the groove of my normal routine and it feels SO good, y’all. Being on the go and changing things up is always fun, but I’m definitely someone who appreciates certain levels of my daily routine.

Going to the gym is for sure one of them. Ya girl feels like an Energizer Bunny after getting a couple sweat sessions in.

Another factor contributing to my “togetherness”? I pulled out my new Kate Spade planner (I have this print in the large) and actually started writing things down again. Fun fact: I have a horrible memory and have to take notes of anything time oriented otherwise, I’ll forget. I ordered my 2016 planner back in May when Lifeguard Press first offered the pre-order, but am head over heels for a couple of the latest and greatest agendas to hit the streets.

Onto this look: I love this chambray shirt and tied in the white polka dots by pairing it with white jeans and my marble clutch (a white clutch would look killer too). In the past, I haven’t been able to wear denim anything to work so being able to wear colored jeans and chambray whatever is giving me a lot more casual work vibes.

A chambray shirt is a great piece to add to your closet if you don’t have one already — I know I wear mine with scarves a ton during the fall and you’ll see me layer it under sweaters once the cold weather gets here. While I’ve had this one foreva eva, I’ve been thinking about getting a plain chambray button down or popover for the added closet versatility. I love these couple of options that are in a pretty wide variety of price range.

Another classic piece that I’m going to tell you that you HAVE to have in your closet is a white button down. I wear mine all the freaking time.

I apply a lot of heat to my hair so I try to feed the beast by giving it a lot of love via products that help strengthen it and repair some of the damage I’ve done to it in the past. It’s a 10 is one of my absolute favorite leave in sprays that I use before blow drying and the flat iron spray is a must have when I’m straightening or curling my hair.

Cheers to a new week and to fresh starts!

How to Wear Your Cargo Vest for Summer

August 3, 2015

Oh heyyyyyy August! Even though there’s still over a month left it seems like summer is coming to a close. I don’t really feel like summer’s over until my birthday passes #selfabsorbed but I am starting to work some fall like pieces into my wardrobe and into my outfits.

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What Nicole Wore: Cargo — roz and ALI white jeans {sold out, similar | last seen here} + printed tank via francesca’s collection {similar} + target kids cargo vest {similar} + multi-strand necklace via charlotte russe {similar | last seen here} + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox {use code whatnicoleworexoxo at checkout to try your first month free} + aviators via five below + rebecca minkoff clutch via nordstrom rack {available in other colors} + nail polish

Say hello to my Leo Clutch, making it’s first outfit post debut and looking so good doing it. The size is one I really like for errands and even to take to work when I’m just working a short shift. There’s card slots inside so I can carry my license, debit and credit card as well as folded cash, and there’s room for my iPhone 6, car keys, sunglasses and a small snack. The snack is the real key for me. No room for snacks = no bueno.

The main requirement for my daily beauty routine is that it has to be quick. Regardless of the time of day, I’m usually in a rush and don’t have time to prime my eyes, blend five different shadows and then lay on a perfect eye liner. That’s not me hating — I love adding a little extra oomph, just not on the reg.

My basic routine of filled brows, foundation, blush and mascara is super quick so if I have an extra 30-45 seconds, I’ll add in the highlighter which looks great with my blush and a quick lip tint.

I hate myself for sampling my moisturizer because now I can’t give it up after seeing the wonders it works for my skin. Word on the LUSH streets, is that Princess Diana loved this one too.

coral and straw wedges via dsw {old | last seen here}

Hope you had an awesome weekend; happy August!

What Nicole Wore: Zebra — beauty products: eyebrow gel + foundation + blush + highlighter + mascara + setting spray + lip color

I’m back from another weekend trip and already looking forward to being able to sleep in my own bed this weekend. As thrilled as I am, I’ve accepted I’ll probably be itching to go on a trip again or start planning a trip in the next few weeks.

What Nicole Wore: Zebras — zebra blouse {on sale!} + charming charlie mixed metal statement necklace {old, similar | last seen here} + nail polish + roz and ALI black jeans {sold out, similar | last seen here} + target style leopard print loafers {old, similar | last seen here}

I’ve talked about it a bit before, but the old retail job that I had was a business casual dress code. I used to try to avoid purchasing casual clothes, but now it seems I’m trying to stock up on them. I immediately loved the sleeves of this shirt and knew that I had to have it.

I bought this necklace and then my mom stole it before seeing it at another Charming Charlie’s and buying it for me. #Problems

Speaking of Charming Charlie, a lady asked me if I shopped there all the time this weekend and I had to shake my head no because we still don’t have one in Louisville. (Insert clapping emoji between each word)

I have a long list of stores and restaurants that I’d love to see make it to Derby City so I guess I’ll just keep hoping….

Hope you have a happy and productive Monday!

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