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Feeling Fruity: Grapefruit Sweater for Fall

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Graphic sweaters are slowly but surely starting to pop up and I have to give this one a major shoutout because today I saw a woman walking her french bulldog from afar and fell in MAJOR love (as I do almost every time I see a dog). I hadn’t seen a frenchie in person since we were in Italy and my dad told me he didn’t know what they were (who are you?); no worries, I filled him in and now he informs me each and every time he sees one.

What Nicole Wore: Tied Up
j. crew factory sweater {old | also seen here} + old navy gingham shirt {similar, under $12 | also seen here} + roz & ALI blue jeans + kate spade new york travel mug via tj maxx 

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The Best Fall Staples to Launch Your Fall Capsule Wardrobe

 

The Best Fall Staples to Launch Your Fall Capsule Wardrobe // fall must haves, how to wear a vest for fall, puffer vest outfits, women's ootd, fall outfits for college, easy fall outfits for school
…because it’s {almost} fall y’all

I get questioned every once in awhile on what items in my closet I’d recommend to someone attempting to build a wardrobe so I thought I’d share my fall favorites.

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The Brushstroke Plaid Skirt Your Closet Needs

I think the weather knew I’d started thinking about fall because all of the sudden BAM it is hot as hell. I’m trying not to be too bitter about it, but the excessive heat is a lot. Climbing into my car midday has been horrid.  I picked up this brushstroke plaid skirt recently and love how easy it is to style.

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cotton tee with lace shoulder detailing {last seen here} + black and white grid skirt via francesca's collection {similar under $ } + perry street necklace c/o rocksbox {similar} + old navy cross body {old, similar}
cotton tee with lace shoulder detailing {under $9 | last seen here} + black and white grid skirt via francesca’s collection {similar} + perry street necklace c/o rocksbox {similar} + old navy cross body {old, similar}

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How to Wear Your Cargo Vest for Summer

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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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.

beauty products: powder foundation {in golden tan} + lip stain + blush + highlighter + moisturizer + mascara + brow filler {in medium/deep}

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.

What Nicole Wore: Cargo

 

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

Hope you had an awesome weekend; happy August!

IG Roundup

old navy gingham button down {old, similar | last seen here} + gray tee {old, similar on sale} + roz and ALI white jeans {sold out | last seen here} + kendra scott necklace c/o rocksbox {last seen here} + bubble necklace via etsy + nail polish + turquoise cuff via charming charlie {similar}

Ok before we start this post off, have y’all seen this video? I’ve, hand to God, been showing it to each and every single one of my friends and family members. So many genuine belly LOLZ. Go watch now and then come back.

Did you watch? Alright, now we can move onto the Instagram roundup. I’m trying to remember to hit these at mid-month and end of month so we don’t get too lengthy as I’m definitely an #overgrammer -insert hand up sassy emoji here-

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