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Just Throw it in the Bag: Trendlee Chloé Tote Review

There comes a time when you’ll choose to purchase investment pieces.  For me, I always do a ton of research beforehand.  Factors that help me decide on these purchases are: quality, versatility, and functionality as well as price.  Recently, I test drove a bag from Trendlee, a designer handbag resell service & today I have a Chloé tote review on the Chloé Alison East West Tote.

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Kentucky fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares one of the best kept secrets for buying designer handbags for less and reviews the Chloé Alison East West Tote.
featured | chloé: alison east west tote c/o trendlee + vera bradley: leather planner {old, similar linked} + amazon: kindle paperwhite + ray-ban: clubmaster sunglasses + coach: mini skinny id case + s’well: aluminum bottle + kate spade: lacey wallet + ankit: noise isolating headphones c/o + vera bradley: medium cosmetic bag

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How to Make It as an Introvert in an Extrovert’s Field

Hey y’all, happy Thursday!  Today I’m sharing a casual outfit that I rocked last week as well as how I survive as an introvert in an extroverted field.  Attending meet-ups and networking events used to give me terrible anxiety so I’m telling you my top 5 tips to power through and look like the most outgoing person in the room.  Being an introvert can be tough in social situations, but doesn’t make conquering them impossible.

My 5 tips for looking like the most outgoing person in the room: Click To Tweet

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Kentucky fashion blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares how to modestly wear a bodysuit with a J. Crew Factory sidewalk skirt. Plus her top tips for beating your introvert tendencies at networking events.
featured | shein: white bodysuit {$10} + j. crew factory: sidewalk skirt c/o the outlet shoppes of the bluegrass {ON SALE, under $50} + suede fringe wedges {similar} + karen walker: number ones {budget friendly dupe} + sugarfix by baublebar: fringe tassel drop earrings c/o + vera bradley: mini marlo satchel {ON SALE, 50% off} + lipstick {in d is for danger}

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TAG – you’re it! One Shoulder for Summer

You guys, I have a confession to make.  I am constantly riding the struggle bus!  Last week completely kicked my tail, so over the weekend I caught up on sleep and stopped looking at my email inbox.  Admittedly, it was kind of amazing to give myself that level of grace.  And what does a laid-back weekend call for?  Well a laid-back weekend outfit, of course.  I’m still loving all things one shoulder for summer & broke out this top with some comfortable shorts.

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Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, carries the blogger favorite leopard clutch with a casual summer outfit.
featured | loft: one shoulder top + j.crew: broken in boyfriend chino shorts {thrifted, similar} + calf hair slides {sold out, similar option linked and here} + sugarfix by baublebar: striped ball drop earrings {under $15} + black choker necklace {similar} + calf hair leopard clutch {similar linked, budget options here and here} + anastasia beverly hills: bold brow kit + lorac cosmetics: eyeshadow + stila cosmetics: stay all day liquid eyeliner {great deal in the nordstrom sale – $2 cheaper and comes with liquid lipstick!} + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick {in d is for danger}

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Here & Now: the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Happy Saturday!  Hope everyone is surviving the Nordstrom Sale madness.  I actually placed my first order {EVER} yesterday; normally I can’t get behind buying sweaters in July.  If you’re wondering, it’s been a steady 90+ degrees in Kentucky lately with humidity meaning I’m constantly hiding inside with the air conditioning all the way up.  When shopping for myself, I scoped the sale for items that could be worn here & now and figured some of you may be in the exact same boat.

{PS. Wondering what I picked up? Head to New In under the Shop tab!}

{PPS. Shop this collage by clicking items!}

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Lace is More: Wedding Season Inspiration

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This summer it feels like everyone around me is getting engaged or married — except me of course ;).  With so many of these celebrations filling my planner, I’ve been adding more summer wedding guest dresses and engagement party outfits to my closet.  This lace midi dress from Chicwish is an absolute dress with the adjustable straps, pretty pastel hue, and gorgeous lace overlay.

Kentucky blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares a lace midi dress that's perfect for summer weddings.
featured | chicwish: mint lace midi dress c/o {UNDER $75} + mix no. 6: glitter pump {UNDER $50} + ray ban: clubmaster sunglasses + kendra scott: elisa necklace + rebecca minkoff: leo envelope clutch {similar, UNDER $100} + anastasia beverly hills: bold brow kit + stila cosmetics: stay all day liquid eyeliner + lorac cosmetics: shimmer and matte palette + colorescience: beauty on the go palette c/o {UNDER $30} + mac cosmetics: matte lipstick

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