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Summer Makeup Routine

Summer in Kentucky consists of a lot of humidity and sweating which means that when the heart of summer arrives, I typically need to adjust my summer makeup routine.  Today I’m sharing the beauty products that I use in my summer makeup routine to create a face that won’t melt away at the first sign of humidity.  Over the past couple of years, my skin has cleared up a ton and I’m able to wear light makeup instead of feeling like I have to cover acne scars and blemishes.

Summertime in the South calls for revamping your makeup routine. Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares her favorite products for surviving the humidity and keeping her face fresh.
wearing | pom pom cropped top {under $20} + distressed jeans + classic flat sandals + tortoise sunglasses + navy tassel earrings + phone case {on sale, under $25} + howlite bracelet + watermelon purse

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Right to Bare Arms: Fire Up Killer Summer Style & Fight Your Body Insecurities

Let me start this post by giving a HUGE thank you to everyone that entered the Kendra Scott giveaway last week!  I’m so glad to know that you all love Kendra as much as I do and definitely will keep that in mind for future giveaways.  Today’s post is all about the right to bare arms, how to embrace the one shoulder trend if you’re self-conscious about said arms, and why I’m crazy passionate about loving the skin you’re in.

Kentucky fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares the importance of body positivity and the best way to fight body insecurities.
featured | loft: one shoulder tank {ON SALE for $20} + white skinny jeans {old, similar} + chinese laundry: blush block heel + baublebar: miffy clutch {sold out} + karen walker: number one sunglasses {DUPE} + kendra scott: brook stud earrings {ON SALE} + kendra scott: gold necklace {old, similar} + daniel wellington: classic petite watch + tarte cosmetics: matte blush {in tipsy} + colourpop cosmetics: ultra matte lipstick {in creeper} + opi products: nail polish {in gps i love you}

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Don’t Stop Polka Dot, Blushing for a Remix

Having a rough start to your Wednesday? Just remember: don’t stop polka dot!  One of the most important things for me when I’m buying a new piece of clothing is versatility.  Keep reading for the tip that will expand the number of tops in your closet!

Ready to get the most mileage out of your wardrobe? Style blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares how to wear your summer dress as a top.
featured | blush dress {under $30} + polka dot skirt {on sale} + fringe wedge sandal {similar} + black sunglasses c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass + charming charlie: austin pom earrings c/o {only $10 and come in more colors!} + rebecca minkoff: love crossbody c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass + leather watch + nail polish {in gps i love you} + kylie cosmetics: matte lipstick {mixed ‘doll’ and ‘gorge’}

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7 Must-Have Apps for Powerful Social Media

As a gal on the go, my phone has to be close by.  In today’s post, I’m sharing seven of the apps that allow me to rock my social media regardless of where I am and how they can help you — even if you’re not a blogger!  Sharing powerful social media is so important in today’s business world.

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Kentucky style blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares 7 must-have phone apps to create striking and powerful social media for bloggers, small business owners, and marketing.
see original post here | tortoise sunglasses + white tweed blazer + red leather wristlet + buffalo plaid pumps + matte lipstick

I’m not going to mention the actual social media sites, like Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, since we all know they’re value, but I am going to share how I manage social shares and the like!  So let’s get to it.  When I first started What Nicole Wore, I {naively} thought that creating great content was all I needed to do to draw readers.  These days, each blog post is shared to at least 10-15 other places.  While at first this was super overwhelming, I’ve learned to streamline the process as much as I can.

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A Genuine Good Gingham Print Mix to Steal Summer

While SheIn can be hit or miss, I’m loving this gingham sleeve tee that I snagged.  In fact, I wore it twice last week — it’s that good.  While it has the potential to be dressed up, I’m loving how it looks when worn casually.

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Kentucky fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, shows summer style in a $12 dupe of a popular J.Crew tee shirt. / pattern mixing, gingham blouse, chino shorts, karen walker sunglasses, fossil crossbody, kendra scott color bar, mac burning fire lipstick
featured | shein: gingham trumpet sleeve tee c/o {JUST $13} + j. crew: broken in chino shorts {thrifted, similar} + palm beach sandals: classic flat leather sandal + fossil: brooklyn crossbody c/o + karen walker: number one sunglasses {UNDER $15 DUPE} + sugarfix by baublebar: striped tassel earrings + kendra scott: teo necklace c/o + tarte cosmetics: matte blush {in tipsy} + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick {in burning fire}

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