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Recapping all the latest ‘grams for y’all today. I have to say that I’m dying over the fact that it’s November and I still haven’t started Christmas shopping!!!! (I write that after using my day off from work this week to sleep in before going to Sam’s Club to buy food but no gifts). I without a doubt want to get my holiday shopping done, preferably before Black Friday but that may be way too ambitious at this point.

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What Nicole Wore: IG Roundup
in this photo: target jeweled cardigan {old, similar linked | also seen here} + francesca’s floral blue tank {clearance find, similar | also seen here} + kendra scott necklace {also seen here} + rebecca minkoff purse {exact print sold out | also seen here} + roz and ALI black jeans {also seen here} + clarks shoes sandals {similar} + nail polish

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As Seen on Instagram: What I Wore

 

striped shirt with faux leather pocket via sam’s club {similar here, here (on sale) and here (on sale) | last seen here} + old navy polka dot shorts {old, love these ON shorts} + sandals via kohl’s {old, similar} + kate spade new york purse {thrifted, similar | last seen here} + ashiana london necklace c/o rocksbox
I was so tired on Monday. I really had zero motivation to get dressed but eventually decided on my go to striped tee with my super old green polka dot Old Navy shorts. My necklace is from my most recent Rocksbox set; you can sign up and receive your first month free of charge with code: whatnicoleworexoxo.

old navy bird print sleeveless blouse {old, similar} + target style skirt {thrifted NWT, similar | last seen here}
old navy bird print sleeveless blouse {old, similar} + target style skirt {thrifted NWT | last seen here}
I’m feeling kind of weird about sleeveless things now that I’m allowed to wear them at work. It’s been a true sauna like experience in Kentucky recently. It’s been more of a minimal clothing vibe lately. But, I feel like I really need to work on toning my arms a little more to be 100 percent comfortable with “suns out, guns out.”

forever21 striped boatneck shirt {old, similar | last seen here} + tommy hilfiger dachshund embroidered shorts {thrifted, similar}
forever21 striped boatneck shirt {old, similar (on sale) | last seen here} + tommy hilfiger dachshund embroidered shorts {thrifted}
I found these shorts at Goodwill and always get so many, “where did you find them?”‘s when I wear them. I’m sad to report after much searching I haven’t found anything similar out there. Sigh. I know.

I like how these shorts look paired with a white tee, but chose to go with the red stripes for something a little more daring. Also, I’m very sad to report that…my shorts are suddenly all becoming too big. Society says we should be happy when we lose weight, but I am just really sad at the thought of my clothes not fitting.

ann taylor colorblock button down {thrifted, loving this colorblock popover (on sale)} + tassel necklace c/o purple peridot + gap factory skinny belt {similar} + roz and ALI black jeans {last seen here} + clarks usa flats {similar (on sale) | last seen here}
While I was in Chi last weekend, I got to meet up with tons of fashionistas and also some major thriftinistas! I left inspired and ready to hit the ‘Will when I got back. I had some time on Wednesday so after getting my car washed I walked into my closest Goodwill. I was super excited that it had been reorganized! Everything is sorted by size finally #yaaaaassssssss

I snagged this shirt and wasn’t sure about it on the hanger, but loved the colors. Once I got to the dressing room and tried it on I was in love! It’s super cute tucked in or left loose and I’m already thinking about all the fun things I can pair it with.

bracelets all from francesca’s collection  {center, left and right sold out online} (all fran jewelry is buy one get the second half off right now)
Guys. This turquoise bracelet on the right. Please. Plus it’s only $12, holla! Still loving all things druzy and this arm party just felt like it belonged with this shirt.

sneakers + cropped leggings {full length (on sale), crops in different color}
I had the hardest workout this week. It was very yikes but I ended up putting in an extra fifteen minutes and felt great at the end. I desperately wanted to take the next day off (especially after eating a burrito bowl at Chipotle), but felt bad about making excuses.

Lately, I’ve started noticing little differences in my body — more energy, better mood, a trimmer waist, little muscles starting to form on my arms and thighs. It’s not necessarily about losing weight for me, but feeling good about myself and getting into better shape.

xo, Nicole

As Seen on Instagram: What I Wore

j crew factory sweater + new york and company pants + scalloped flats + kate spade new york handbag + nail polish
j crew factory sweater {sold out | last styled here} + new york and company pants {old | last styled here} + scalloped flats {last styled here, cute cheap version} + kate spade new york handbag {thrifted, similar | last styled here} + nail polish + ampersand necklace c/o carrie grace shop {last styled here}

It was a little chilly so I broke out my trusty camel sweater. I paired it with my polka dot pants from NY and Company, which have honestly seen more action than I thought they would when I first bought them. Rediscovering these scallop suede flats in the backseat of my car was one of the best things I’ve done in 2015.

Also, this pink. nail. polish. It was a limited edition color but is available on Amazon and eBay still. I love pink nails so much – always a go to color.

gap button down via thredUP {old, similar} + new york and co pants + new york and co cardigan + pink captoe flats
gap button down via thredUP {old, similar | last styled here} + new york and co pants {similar | styled here} + new york and co cardigan {similar | styled here} + pink captoe flats

I love how the dots on this button down are embroidered on so that it’s a contrast in texture instead of the more traditional color. Speaking of contrast…I really hope my feet match my body by the end of this summer.

'not basic' tee + workout capri leggings + nike running shoes + longchamp bag
target men’s ‘not basic’ tee {clearance find, not online} + workout capri leggings + nike running shoes {on sale at Nike factory}+ longchamp bag {thrifted | last seen here} + nail polish

I was browsing through the men’s clearance section of Target when I found this gem for $3. I immediately snatched it up because it was the very last one and was a small! I love the graphic tanks in the junior’s section of Target but ain’t nobody got time for a $12.99 cotton work out tank. I took this sassy beaut home and cut the sleeves off – VOILA. Cute (and cheap) addition to my closet.

old navy polka dot chambray shirt + loft gingham short {old, thrifted} + clarks sandals + perry street necklace c/o rocksbox
old navy polka dot chambray shirt {old, similar here and here | last styled here} + loft gingham short {old, thrifted. similar options here, here and here} + clarks sandals {love these white sandals} + perry street necklace c/o rocksbox {similar | last styled here}

I wasn’t sure if this was going to work (story of my life), but I think pinking patterns with more neutral colors helps to make pattern mixing look less busy. I’ve still yet to buy a solid chambray shirt so I put this on because I like the medium weight of chambray when I’m not sure about the weather. These shorts were a consignment find at $8, can I really complain about not wearing them enough? Nope.

vera bradley infinity scarf + charlotte russe hooded t shirt dress + charming charlie turquoise cuff + clarks flats
vera bradley infinity scarf {sold out, love this one and this non infinity | last seen here} + charlotte russe hooded t shirt dress {last seen here} + charming charlie turquoise cuff {old, similar} + clarks flats

I’ve worn this scarf with this dress before but I am so glad that it’s getting warm out so I can wear it without leggings underneath. I love pattern mixing with stripes and think the pom pom detail on this scarf is a fun touch.  My cuff is an old clearance find — I was immediately attracted to the large and bright turquoise colored stones and still think it’s so pretty.

HM Cardigan + White Tee + Polka Dot Scarf + Necklace
HM Cardigan {pink is sold out | last styled here} + White Tee {similar option here, here | last styled here} + Polka Dot Scarf {last styled here} + Kendra Scott inspired Tassel Necklace via LivingSocial

As seen on Instagram: What I Wore

 

charlotte russe lace dress worn as blouse + j crew factory pencil skirt + very jane necklace + ampersand necklace c/o carrie grace shop + versona accessories' drusy cuff + diy bracelet
charlotte russe lace dress worn as blouse + j crew factory pencil skirt {old} + very jane j. crew inspired necklace {similar} + ampersand necklace c/o carrie grace shop + versona accessories’ drusy cuff + diy bracelet + essie polish

The lovely Carrie Grace opened up some spots in her necklace club — join in April and you’ll receive a gold ampersand necklace like the one I’m wearing above in addition to your monthly necklace. Score!

I’m not sure when layering necklaces became a thing that I do, but I don’t hate it and it’s made me branch out a little with some dainty pieces that I’m currently loving. I hemmed and hawed about purchasing my drusy wrap cuff but am so glad I did – I wear it all the time and always get compliments on it. It’s not currently available online (Versona just launched online shopping *insert praise hands emoji*) but is available in stores in two colors. This navy lace dress is something I picked up with a Charlotte Russe gift card I got for Christmas — I love that the sleeves and very bottom of the hem are open lace but it’s a little short for work or church so I slipped my J. Crew Factory geometric pencil skirt on over it.  I think the mix of texture and pattern is kind of fun but still subtle.

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What Nicole Wore: Yellow Stripes
Forever 21 Yellow Striped Boatneck {old, similar in navy} + Vera Bradley Travel Organizer + Toms Black Glitter Slip Ons + Roz & ALI stretch denim via Dressbarn + Perry Street necklace c/o Rocksbox {similar} + Monroe Necklace via GroopDealz {old} + OPI nail polish

1. This Vera travel wallet has 11 card slots, a slot for cash, a place for a boarding pass and a place for your passport. I’ve mentally started the countdown until I’m on vacation and I can’t wait! 2. People (including myself) complain about the quality of Forever21 clothing but I’ve had this shirt for 4 years. 3. I got to keep this necklace for $0 thanks to Rocksbox — have you signed up yet? If not, use code whatnicoleworexoxo at checkout for a sweet surprise (cough cough a free month).

What Nicole Wore: Burgundy Blazer
INC Clothing Burgundy Blazer {thrifted, similar} + 6 Degrees striped turtleneck dress via Macy’s {old, similar} + Loren Hope necklace c/o Rocksbox {sold out} + kate spade new york Gold Coast Quilted Maryanne {thrifted} + Target gold glitter loafers {similar in navy, on sale}

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