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Four Days Straight

December 23, 2014 by Nikki No Comments

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

This is another simple outfit that looks so put together that I lived in it for four days straight (I kid you not). I wore it to run errands, to the grocery store, to work, to class, to dinner,  to the grocery store again, and basically anywhere I went within the span of a week. Of course, during those four days, those are the only things I did outside of my home. The rest of the time I was lounging in my pajamas, writing essays and studying for final exams. So each time I wore it, I was only in for a few hours, tops. Also, I think it’s a shame when you create a simple-but-perfect outfit and don’t wear it more than once! More than a shame, really… it should be a crime! 🙂

P.S. To give credit where credit is due, this outfit was inspired by Audrey’s (from Putting Me Together) 2014 Fall packing guide.

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Black and White All Over | NCsquared Life

Top: Old Navy | Blazer: Banana Republic | Jeans: Banana Republic | Shoes: Old Navy | Handbag: Franco Sarto

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Cozy Casual

December 15, 2014 by Nikki 3 Comments

Cozy Casual | NCsquared Life

I’m back! Exams are over so I’m officially on winter break. I have to tell you that it feels great because this semester has been ridiculously tedious with papers and reading and other school work and it’s all because of two particular communications courses that I was taking as electives. Electives should not be that much work! But it’s all over now and I have a full month off to read for fun and to take pictures of my cute outfits!

Speaking of cute outfits, I wore this one to hang out around home and go grocery shopping. A Fresh Market just opened up near our house so we went to check it. How is it that I’ve never been to a Fresh Market? I’m definitely digging it. Then we came home and did some much-needed cleaning around the house. It was a nice, cozy Saturday.

Cozy Casual | NCsquared Life

I bought two of these cute little NC state necklaces, one for me and one for my best friend who moved to Los Angeles about three years ago, as going away gift/best friend gift. The heart is over Durham, where we met and lived before she left.

Cozy Casual | NCsquared Life

Cozy Casual | NCsquared Life

Cozy Casual | NCsquared Life

 Sweater: Banana Republic | Cardigan:  Annabelle via Francesca’s | Tank: Target | Leggings: Old Navy | Boots: Steve Madden | Handbag: Franco Sarto Sunglasses: Target | NC State Necklace: Etsy | Layered Necklace: Claire’s 

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A Short Girl Wears a Midi Skirt

September 8, 2014 by Nikki 16 Comments

Black Midi Skirt | NCsquared Life

And it looks pretty good! I was eyeing this skirt on ModCloth for several weeks because I really wanted it but I wasn’t sure how it would look on me. I figured it would be really long and make me look even shorter than I already am, so I scoured the comments for every post by a person that was remotely close to my size (and bonus if she included a picture) so I could get an idea of what it would look like, but I still wasn’t sure. After receiving an email that they were almost sold out, I took the plunge and ordered it. When I finally got it and tried it on, I was surprised to find that it fit so much better than I had expected. Score! And it has pockets! Double Score! And the skirt came with the belt. Triple Score!

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Summer Couple Style

June 30, 2014 by Nikki 6 Comments

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

We have a treat for you! Our favorite photographers, Thad and Sarah of  2 & 3 Photography, held an event where we had some portraits taken! We haven’t had any professional photos of just the two of us since our wedding photos; we usually take family photos with the furbabies in the fall for holiday cards but when this event rolled around, we decided we wanted to get some photos of just us for fun. We had so much fun running around the farm and catching up with our friends!

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

We were even able to recreate one of our engagement photos (which you can see on our About Us page) that so nicely depicts our personality differences:

Summer Couple Style | NCsquared Life

P.S. I’ve been at the beach all weekend and haven’t decided yet if I want to post about it so today you’re getting our photos from a few weeks ago. I do hope you’ve enjoyed 🙂

All photos taken by 2 & 3 Photography. 

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Nikki:
Dress: Old Navy
Belt: Francesca’s
Shoes & Bracelet: Old Navy
Necklace: Target

 

Nick:
Top & Shorts: Banana Republic 
Belt: York Street via Trunk Club
Shoes: Tretorn via Trunk Club

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First Day

May 21, 2014 by Nikki 7 Comments

First Day | NCsquared Life

Monday was the first day of summer session, which includes my internship , and this is what I wore. I wasn’t 100% sure of what I would be doing on the first day but I wanted to make a good impression, even though I’ve met with these folks before. I mostly sat through a few meetings, received my first project assignments, and nailed down my schedule. Not too bad for a first day. I’ll probably stick to more comfortable shoes in the future, as I’ll be doing a lot of walking. But I’m really looking forward to the work I’ll be doing this summer, which includes grant writing for funds to carry out new research. That will be really good experience for when I’m back in the real world.

First Day | NCsquared Life

I was going to wear a different navy pencil skirt with this outfit but the zipper on it got stuck and would. not. budge. I even tried using pliers but that sucker wasn’t going anywhere. I eventually had to give up and put on this skirt instead. I might even like this outfit better.

First Day | NCsquared Life

First Day | NCsquared Life

First Day | NCsquared Life

Here’s the fun one:First Day | NCsquared Life

 

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Top, Skirt, and Shoes: Banana Republic
Handbag: Fraco Sarto
Bracelet: Old Navy
Pearl necklace and bracelet: Wedding gifts from my mother-in-law

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