Stumped

Top: Old Navy, similar

Skirt: Fab'rik Boutique, similar

Shoes: Schutz, similar

Earrings: Boutique Find

Purse: Proenza Schouler

Bracelets: Bauble Bar (here, similar, similar)

Can you believe that it is April already?!  This year is flying by!

Do you have any pieces in your closet that were so cute in the store, but you just can't figure out how to wear them?  This skirt is one of those pieces for me.  I fell in love with it last fall, but it sits in my closet taunting me as I can't figure out what to pair it with.  My chambray shirt came to the rescue this time, but I know there are so many other cute ways to style this shirt.  I just can't figure them out!

So I'm turning it over to you guys.  How would you style this skirt?

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Preppy

Blazer: J. Crew, similar, also love this one!

Shirt: Banana Republic

Sweater: J. Crew, factory version

Jeans: Flying Monkey c/o Fab'rik East Cobb, similar

Shoes: Schutz, similar, similar

Purse: Proenza Schouler

Necklace: Gorjana via Rocksbox (get a free month with code nicoletotheninesxoxo)

Earrings: Kendra Scott

Keeping it short today with a very preppy outfit.  Have a great day!  We are almost at the weekend!

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Black Midi Skirt

Jacket: Gap

Top: BB Dakota

Skirt: Piperlime (under $30!! with code GETLUCKY)

Shoes: Schutz, similar

Neklace: Bauble Bar

Ring: Bauble Bar

Earrings: Boutique find, similar

Bracelet: House of Harlow via Rocks Box (get your first month free with the code nicoletotheninesxoxo)

Purse: Proenza Schouler

I hope your week is going well!  

I picked up this skirt during the last Piperlime sale and can't rave about it enough (especially as it is under $30 right now).  I was a little nervous about the midi trend as I'm pretty short (5'2 and hence my collection of heels). However, I've found a few ways to make it work for me.  I had the skirt hemmed to hit right below the knee (my definition of a midi skirt), and am wearing nude heels to elongate my (short) legs.  I also kept my look monochromatic on top.   By doing these three things, I found that the midi skirt is actually quite flattering and I might pick up a few more (especially if I find them under $30!).

Have you embraced the midi skirt trend? 

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Also, don't forget about the following sales that end today:
- Take 30% off the Courtney Bib at Bauble Bar.  I have my eye on this one.
- Don't forget to check out the Piperlime extra 30% off sale with code GETLUCKY.  Some of my favorites are below.

Also, today is the last day to enter the $25 giftcard giveaway to The Mint Julep Boutique!

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Wear it Now or Later

Dress: Piperlime

Now

Turtleneck: Tory Burch / Necklace: Bauble Bar / Purse: Clare V. and more Clare V options here / Jacket: Banana Republic / Booties: BCBG Generation

Later

Jacket: Gap / Earrings: Accessory Concierge / Bucket Bag: Vince Camuto / Bracelet: Kendra Scott / Shoes: Schutz and (love all of these Schutz shoes)

If you are a long-time reader of this blog, you probably know that I'm a big fan of purchasing pieces that I can wear season after season (gotta get that cost/wear down!).  With all of the spring clothes hitting stores and online, there are so many cute dresses tempting me (especially here, here, and here).  I refuse to purchase anything I can't wear now so I have to look for ways to make spring clothes winter appropriate.  This white dress at Piperlime caught my eye (especially at under $70!) and I couldn't resist pairing it with black and grey for winter.  In colder areas, I would probably add tights under the dress. And then of course nothing says spring/summer like bright accessories.   It's funny as I consider myself more of a pants person, but you might see a lot of skirts and dresses this spring/summer!

Thanks for reading and have a great day!

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Pink and Red + Weekend Sale Round-up

Jacket: Piperlime, sold out, similar, similar

Sweater: Banana Republic, similar

Shirt: Banana Republic

Jeans: Current/Elliott

Necklace: Bauble Bar (on sale for $15!)

Bracelets: Bauble Bar (here, here, similar)

Purse: Proenza Schouler

Shoes: Schutz, similar, similar

With all of the pink and red this week, I figured why not end the week with both?  I've wanted to pair the two together since last summer, but finally made it work this week.  

There are some great sales going on this weekend. I've been really good so far this year, but this cape, this bracelet, and this shirt may already be on their way.  I also want everything from the new Bauble Bar X Wendy's Look Book collaboration, but will try to resist...

Bauble Bar (my personal fave) - buy more save more (PREZ20, PREZ25, PREZ30)
Old Navy - up to 50% off 
Loft - up to 50% off selected items and 50% off sale (no code needed)
Ann Taylor - 30% off reg. price & 50% off sale with code STYLE
Nordstrom - new sale markdowns (no code) 

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Have a great weekend and Happy Valentine's Day!

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How to Wear White in Winter

Jacket: Piperlime, similar

Sweater: A.L.C., sold out, similar

Jeans: Spanx c/o

Shoes: Schutz, similar, similar

Bracelets: Bauble Bar (here, here, similar)

Earrings: Bauble Bar, sold out

Watch: Daniel Wellington c/o

Necklace: Bauble Bar

Purse: Proenza Schouler 

Happy Friday!!  I hope you had a great week.  The first week after a long vacation is always a little tough.

I'm always trying to make my wardrobe seasonless so even though it is winter, I'm still wearing my white jeans.  There is something very clean and refreshing about white and pastels in the winter (maybe I'm subconsciously wishing for spring) and I couldn't resist pairing them together.  We all know that black and white is one of my favorite combos (here, here, here, you get the idea...), so it isn't surprising I snuck a little black and white in this outfit as well. 

On totally different note, did you know that C. Wonder is closing and having a great going out of business sale?  Everything is 50% off!  I've never tried their clothes, but love their accessories and jewelry (especially on sale!).  Shop the sale here.

Thanks for reading and have a great weekend!  Stay warm!

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How to Transition from Day to Night

Day Look:

Night Look:

Day:

Blazer: Theory, similar

Top: Asos

Skirt: J. Crew, other colors on sale!

Shoes: Brian Atwood, old, love this pair and this pair

Purse: Marc Jacobs, old, similar

Earrings: BaubleBar (here, here)

Night:

Top: Asos

Skirt: J. Crew, other colors on sale!

Shoes: Schutz, similar

Clutch: Clare V.

Bracelets: BaubleBar

Happy Friday!!  I hope you have fun plans for the weekend!  I'm doing a staycation, which I'm so excited about.  I'm looking forward to catching up on some good books, time with friends, and a little pampering.

This week has totally emphasized the importance of picking pieces that can easily transition from day to night as I've had events 3 nights after work.  No one wants to change in their car (been there, done that), change at work and get lots of questions from co-workers (no thanks...), or find another place to change (locker room at the gym anyone?). 

When I know I have an event after work, I generally wear a skirt or dress to work as I find them easier to transition.  I also have a few other key tricks to transition my look.

1. Switch your daytime tote for a  chic, smaller night version, like this leopard clutch.  I don't know about you, but the purse I carry to work has so much crap in it that it doesn't really work for after work events.  

2.  Change into a dressier pair of shoes.  Shoes generally make the outfit for me and I never turn down an opportunity to wear those shoes that aren't quite office appropriate!

3.  Amp up the jewelry.  I've started wearing my arm party everyday to work, but I will usually add a pair of statement earrings or a statement necklace.

4. Freshen your makeup.  For me, this is generally just applying a little more lipstick as I'm usually running late and don't have time to do anything else.

Do you guys have any other day to night tips?  

I hope you have a great weekend!  I'm taking Monday off so I will return on Wednesday with my regular posting.  

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Aveda Art Fusion Fashion Show

My look

Dress: BB Dakota, more sizes here

Purse: Zara (similar)

Shoes: Schutz (here and here)

Necklaces: Loft (similar, similar)

Photos by Yvette Reid Photography

Fashion Show Pictures (sorry for the iPhone pics)

The skirt of this dress is made of newspaper

How pretty is this color combo and look at the decoration on the shoes

 The flowers are made of tissue paper.

My favorite look.  How beautiful is this?

Francesca Nelo and me

Sorry, today's post is very photo-heavy.  I'm sorry for the quality of some of the pictures as I had to use my iPhone after I brought the wrong lens for my camera.  I'm still wanted to share though, since it was such a great event!  

One of the things I wanted to do after starting this blog was get more involved the local Atlanta fashion scene.  Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend the Aveda Art Fusion Fashion Show (you may have seen it on my Instagram).  The first half of the show was very Project Runway-esque!  It was a competition where 12 students used natural materials to create outfits.  The designer of the best outfit won a scholarship to the Aveda Institute.  I've featured my favorite looks above.  A skirt made out of newspaper, shoes decorated with soda can openers, and flowers on dresses made of tissue paper were just a few of the great designs.  As someone with little to no artistic ability, I don't know how they came up with these ideas or executed them, but I was so impressed by the creativity  of the students!

The second half of the show featured two Atlanta designers.  My favorite dress of the night was from Francesca Nelo.  A beautiful red dress with a deep v-neck (above), it was glamorous and strong (but I need a few more hours in the gym before I could even consider wearing it!).  I met the Francesca after the show, and she was so sweet (and wearing another one of her beautiful designs)!  All in all, it was a great event and I can't wait for next year's event! 

Have a great day!

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