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Striped Off the Shoulder Dress

July 14, 2016

It’s Thursday and I’m happy to report that I’ve survived another week and even made it to the gym a couple times. I’ve been loving off the shoulder pieces lately and the dress in today’s post is right up my alley: colorful and striped with a fun fit and flare.

Striped Off the Shoulder Dress — featured in this post: shein: striped off the shoulder dress c/o {sold out, shop more off the shoulder dresses HERE}+ rebecca minkoff: leopard bag {similar} + forever21: fringe wedges + my jewel candy: astrology necklace c/o + fossil: leather watch c/o + modern and chic: crystal bracelet c/o {use NICOLESTYLE for 20% off your purchase} + pink howlite ring + colourpop: lipstick + anastasia beverly hills: eyebrow filler + opi: nail polish + urban decay: naked palette eyeshadow

I work with SheIn pretty frequently for my blog and the amazing thing is that they always have new product being added to their website and I’m always able to find something that’s “me.” So often now with big chains that are at the malls, I go in and leave empty handed because I won’t like a current collection; a girl wants options, y’all! The playful vertical stripes were too cute for me to pass up on and shockingly I own very few striped pieces that are vertical; the effect is slimming and I love that these ones have a brushstroke effect. Like many short sleeved off the shoulder pieces, this dress can also be worn as a strapless dress too.

Necklaces can seem daunting with this neckline, but I swear by the shorter and more delicate pieces. I have several that I love {and that you all regularly see: my howlite necklace and the Kendra Scott Elisa necklace immediately come to mind}. I’m wearing a fun constellation necklace here to celebrate the fact that Leo season is almost upon us. I’ve raved about my pink howlite ring before — I have a serious obsession with all things howlite and love the oversized nature of this ring.

Neutral {ish} accessories were what I chose to round out the look. My mini MAB is one of my favorite bags due to the super cute and versatile print; this exact print is actually available right now {in very limited quantities} in a similar size from Rebecca Minkoff here. White nails seem so chic for summer but are always so hard for me to keep “clean” looking — any tips?

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Thank you to SheIn for partnering with me on this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

Easy Summer Dressing with Tara Lynn’s Boutique

July 13, 2016

Happy Wednesday! I’ve been working on tweaking my blogging schedule a bit so tomorrow there will be a new outfit post up and hopefully going forward there will be new posts on What Nicole Wore every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday!

What Nicole Wore: Easy Summer Dressing with Tara Lynn's Boutique — featured in this photo: tara lynn’s boutique ‘got my eye on you’ tank c/o + nordstrom rack: distressed jeans {on clearance, similar here} + madewell: transport tote {similar option under $50} + francesca’s: orange and pink bracelet + versona: turquoise bracelet set {similar} + michael kors: blue face watch {similar} + marble sunglasses {under $15, inspired by this pair} + colourpop: lipstick

We’re quickly approaching ‘it’s too hot to wear more than minimal clothing’ degrees in Kentucky and I’ve been stocking up on all the cute and lightweight tanks I can get my grubby little hands on because pretty soon it’s all I’m going to want to wear. This white eyelet tank from Tara Lynn’s Boutique immediately caught my eyelet with the mixed media detail between the eyelet and sides and the cute orange and baby blue pom pom trim. My order arrived super quickly and the XS is an easy breezy fit on me. Lots of small boutiques don’t carry XS in tops and I find myself drowning in fabric — not the case with Tara Lynn’s!

I wore this tank out when I went to grab donuts and look at some of the wall murals while I was in Cincinnati. The eyelet covers the shoulders so I did wear a strapless bra with it, but I’m pretty much BFFs with my strapless bra now so no harm, no foul. The fun trim on this tank made it fun to accessorize — you really can wear so many summer colors with it. I wore my blue faced Michael Kors watch and a couple bright stretch bracelets that I love.

My Madewell tote has been everything lately; it’s the perfect sized bag for school {I can pack all my folders, notebooks, pens and of course many, many snacks} or work and was perfect for toting around my tripod and essentials while I was out of town. It does come in a couple different colors but I couldn’t resist this classic cognac that goes with everything.

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Thank you to Tara Lynn’s Boutique for partnering with me on this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

Where Nicole Went: Cincinnati Travel Diary

July 11, 2016

I hope you’re ready for a full work week; I’m already feeling like I might be dragging behind the struggle bus, but I’m keeping a positive mind that I’m going to get through this.

Today, I am sharing some photos from my long weekend in Cincinnati. I went right before the 4th to watch a good friend of mine get married. While I’ve been to Cincinnati a few times {it’s only an hour and a half from Louisville}, its always been just for a few hours. I’ve never really had the chance to explore so I decided to plan my own weekend getaway and relax a little.

I chose to stay at 21C Museum Hotel for a variety of reasons; I’ve only heard good things about the boutique hotel chain that started in Louisville and now has six locations throughout the south and midwest. The Cincinnati location is downtown and and was central to everything I needed: donuts, Panera, the wedding reception, etc. It also has a CVS right at the corner in case you forget any necessities.

Each hotel has an art museum in the lobby that is open to the public as well as a restaurant and spa. You can book online or by phone and the staff was amazing. There are several parking lots very close by, but I chose to utilize the valet; it’s $35 per night and you do have in and out privileges which is really convenient if you want to leave the city and check out some of the shopping, art murals or cross over the river to Northern Kentucky.

So let me show you what the suite looks like!

Where Nicole Went: Cincinnati Travel Diary — featured in this photo: ban.do pouch + s’well bottle c/o + kate spade day planner + macbook pro + shop local kentucky gingham sticker

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How I Style It: Nautical Vibes

July 6, 2016

Welcome to this month’s installment of How I Style It! Each month I team up with four other bloggers and we each create an outfit around a new theme. This month we’re all showing off a nautical look to celebrate being right in the middle of summer.

How I Style It: Nautical Vibes — featured in this post: shein: striped tee with ruffle hem and sleeves c/o {only $15!} + dressbarn: skinny jeans + forever21: nude strap heels {under $30} + rebecca minkoff: love crossbody {similar, also available in black} + headbands of hope: teal braid headband c/o + elizabeth and james: sunglasses c/o + ampersand necklace c/o {similar} + designer inspired statement necklace {old} + turquoise bracelet set {similar} + colourpop: lipstick

Just going to warn you all now that this top is 100% addictive. I’ve had it for a week and already worn it twice {friends and family, I swear I have clothes + do laundry!}. I know that I’ll be wearing this a ton come college sports season as this shirt is perfect for cheering on my Cats in, but the classic blue and white stripes make it fun to style for summer. The ruffle sleeves work in the bell sleeve trend, but weren’t overwhelming to me. I have smaller wrists and don’t like the idea of swimming in fabric so having a short bell sleeve is the perfect compromise for me. The hem is a ruffled peplum that is flattering, allows you to indulge in an extra helping of cake {no judgment here} and also is a great length — I’m constantly wearing my FitBit on my hip and while it’s super functional, it’s not the most fashionable accessory. I love having shirts that are long enough to cover it up. I’m wearing the XS in this top and it’s loose without being baggy or too oversized.

{Have you ordered your new Kate Spade planner yet?}

I pulled in lots of turquoise as it is one of my favorite accent colors for summer. My new headband from matches my bracelet and necklace perfectly and even better gives to a wonderful cause. For every headband purchased, Headbands of Hope donates another to a child with cancer. Companies that give back always have a place in my heart {and my wallet.}

Be sure to check out all of my fabulous blogger friends and leave some love on their fun nautical looks!

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Thank you to Headbands of Hope and SheIn for partnering with me on this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

Americana: Gingham Off the Shoulder Dress

July 4, 2016

Happy 4th of July; I’ve been busy attempting an Americana icebox cake and hiding out from the rain {boo}, but am wrapping up the Americana style series today with this fun navy gingham dress.

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Louisville blogger, What Nicole Wore, shares an easy patriotic outfit featuring an affordable gingham off the shoulder dress plus must-sees in Cincinnati. // navy gingham dress summer, what to wear 4th of july, patriotic outfit ideas — featured in this post: shein: navy gingham off the shoulder dress + forever21: nude sandal heel + kylie cosmetics: matte lipstick and liner in mary jo k + anastasia beverly hills: eyebrow kit + tinted moisturizer + highlight

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