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The Perfect Shorts

July 28, 2017 by Nikki 6 Comments

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When I say that these are the perfect shorts, I mean it. They’re stylish (I can pair them with just about every shirt in my closet), they’re comfortable (not too short), and they don’t look too bad all wrinkled! I used to hate wearing shorts in the summer because they always felt too short so I’m getting a lot of use out of these. I love them so much that I have to make myself not reach for them every time I leave the house in the evenings/on weekends.

How cute is this necklace? It was my very first Mother’s Day gift from Nick and he did a really good job, even though I picked it out 😉 I wish the chain was slightly shorter so I’ve been looking for a new one without much luck. I often have that problem with necklaces: instead of an extender, I need a shortener. Such are the perils of being a short person.

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I tied my t-shirt to give the outfit a little more visual interest. I think I like tying my shirts more than doing the half tuck because the tie seems to look better on me, with the short torso and all.

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Shorts: Target | Tee: Old Navy | Shoes: via Rack Room | Sunnies: Target | Necklace: Etsy

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Green Sweaters

February 15, 2016 by Nikki 5 Comments

Green Sweaters | NCsquared Life

This past week has been one of green sweaters. I think these darker forest & olive green colors look really good on me and I’ve fallen in love with this adorable fox sweater that I got in my last Le Tote box. Yes, I finally tried Le Tote and I *love* it. I’m writing a whole post about why I prefer it over some other services and I’m hoping to post it sooner rather than later. I haven’t decided if I’m going to keep the sweater but I’m definitely leaning toward yes. Anyway, I wore this super cute outfit to brunch with my ladies for Galentines Day. What’s Galentine’s Day? Only the best day of the year! I’ll let Leslie explain it below:

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Valentine’s was very low-keyfor us; we got Chinese take-out and watched tv. Ah, the life of a married couple. <3 #marriedlifeisawesome

Green Sweaters | NCsquared Life

Also this week, I wore this olive cable knit sweater from Banana Republic. This was a work outfit, and a coworker commented that even when I’m dressed down I look fabulous. I sure work with some sweet and fabulous people! I didn’t get a chance to get good photos because we’ve been crazy busy at work, so I hope these are okay. I should be back to normal once this winter weather moves out.

Photo 1. Sweater:  via Le Tote | Jeans: kensie via Stitch Fix | Boots: Banana Rrepublic | Necklace: Target
Photo 2. Sweater: Banana Republic | Jeans: Gap |  Boots: Mix No. 6 via DSW | Necklaces: Target & Old Navy

 Linking up with Hello Monday! | Start the Week Stylish | Confident Twosday | Garay Treasures

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Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress

August 4, 2015 by Nikki 4 Comments

*I’m devoting this week to dresses in an attempt to motivate myself to actually wear the dresses I have in my closet.*

Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress | NCsquared Life

I shared a peak of this dress and matching cardigan in my last outfit planning post, but this is how I wore it once I got it home. I paired it with a coganc belt that matches the cognac in my wedes. When it gets cooler out, which I can’t wait for because this heat is miserable, I’ll wear it with my denim jacket and booties. How cute will that be? About as cute as this summer version, I’m sure! Anyway, I wore this outfit to my latest volunteer day. I’m wrapping up the project that I started on so that I can begin a new one, which I’m even more excited about. I’m going to be doing some content writing and I love writing so it’s a win.

Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress | NCsquared Life

Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress | NCsquared Life

Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress | NCsquared Life

Dress Week: Printed Cami Dress | NCsquared Life

Dress, Cardigan, & Belt: Old Navy | Wedges: Target | Necklace: Claire’s (old)

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All You Need is a Light Jacket

January 15, 2015 by Nikki 4 Comments

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You guys, I had my eye on this jacket for a while but it was a little more than I was willing to pay, but I recently found it on sale so I did what any girl would do: I snatched it up! I’m still learning how to choose outerwear for my outfits. I started out with a denim jacket but I don’t like wearing it with jeans, and then I finally got a trench coat but I can’t figure out when it’s appropriate to wear (only when it’s raining? can you wear them with jeans? it can’t be too cold out because it doesn’t keep me warm, etc.) but I was convinced that I needed this jacket and now I have it and I’m wearing it with everything! I don’t even care! Also, let’s talk about this sweater. I got it on sale at Target recently and I’m pretty sure it’s supposed to be a cropped sweater for an average-size person but I’m so short that I feel like it hits at this awkward point around my belly button. I really like it though, so I’ll make it work.

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Here’s the blooper: I have no idea…

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Jacket: Banana Republic | Sweater: Target | Jeans: kensie via Stitch Fix | Boots: Mix No. 6 via DSW | Jewelry: gift from mother-in-law

Also, did you catch the reference of my title?

light jacket congeniatlity

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Linking up with Bri over at Work Clothes, I Suppose for Third Thursday Threads

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Tie-Neck Blouse and Cardigan

December 24, 2014 by Nikki 2 Comments

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Merry Christmas Eve to all those who celebrate! You should also know that today is my dad’s birthday (happy birthday, daddy!) and my birthday is in exactly one week, so December is one of my favorite months.

This is one of those easy outfits that I love because it’s casual but looks like you put a lot of time and effort into it when really it only took you 5 minutes to get dressed! Cute tops and cardigans are one of my staples because you can always switch them up without getting bored. Today’s cardigan is wine/burgundy (I never know what we’re calling this color, but I hate the term oxblood so I refuse to call it that one) but next week I could wear it with a mustard cardi (like this) or a green cardigan. The possiblities are endless when you have as many cardigans as I do!

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

And now for the bloopers – you get two of them:  That face!

Blooper: Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

This is either a sneeze or a hair flip. Probably a hair flip.

Blooper: Tie Blouse and Cardigan | NCsquared Life

Blouse: Target | Cardigan: Old Navy | Jeans: Old Navy | Boots: Steve Madden | Earrings: Old Navy 

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