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Vacation Vibes

July 3, 2020 by Nikki No Comments

We still have about two months before our actual family vacation, which is a beach trip scheduled for the end of August, but when I got dressed this morning for the start of our three-day weekend, I was definitely feeling those vacation vibes. Especially from this outfit!

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Tank: Loft Outlet | Shorts & Espadrilles: Old Navy | Kimono: Spiritual Gangster via FabFitFun | Sunnies: Target

I’m not a brave pattern mixer, but I’m really digging the kimono + espadrille look and these are the only ones I had so I put them together and rolled with it. I think it looks pretty good, especially once you add the hat (bottom photo). We don’t have a whole lot planned this 4th of July, since everything is closed or cancelled, so we’ll probably just grill some hamburgers and hot dogs and play in the awesome inflatable pool we picked up for Sebastian. We’ll also be finishing up our packing since the move to our new house happens early next week. I’ll probably live in this outfit all weekend and I’m really okay with that!

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Nikki by example | www.nikkibyexample.com

I hope you all have a safe and happy weekend!

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WFHW: Casual Stripes

June 18, 2020 by Nikki No Comments

Here’s the next outfit in my Work From Home Wardrobe Series where I display the cute outfits I’m wearing while working from home during the coronavirus pandemic.

So, the purpose of this series is to show you what I’m actually wearing while I work from home, and y’all, this is it. Most days I try to wear something that I might wear to the office but there are plenty of days like this one where I just throw on some clothes I like. I would never wear denim shorts to the office–although I *have* worn shorts to the office before–but in my home office, anything goes!

Top: One New Day via Target | Shorts: Gap | Shoe: Tommy Hilfiger 

I’m also looking forward to using this time to experiment a little more with my wardrobe. While we’re trying to save money for our upcoming move — and since I don’t have anywhere to go– I’m not really spending a lot of money on clothes right now and instead I’m trying to use what I already have in fun, new ways. I’ve been browsing Pinterest and Instagram a lot more than usual lately so I’m getting inspired. And I’m not saying this is new, but I haven’t worn it before and it looks great!

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Doppler Effect

July 14, 2014 by Nikki 1 Comment

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

I call this my “Doppler Effect” shirt because it reminds me of Sheldon’s Halloween costume in one of the first seasons of The Big Bang Theory. The stripes are great, of course, but what really sold me was the crossed-straps in the back. How cute is that? And no color goes with navy better than pink, hence the sandals.

I wore this outfit to lunch, and then to sell an arm and a leg for new tires. Seriously, they’re so expensive but with the amount of driving I do on a weekly basis, car maintenence is very important.  There’s your PSA for the day!

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Doppler Effect | NCsquared Life

Top, Shorts, and Cardigan: Banana Republic
Sandals: Target
Necklace & Earrings: Wal-Mart
Charm Bracelet: Etsy

Pink Bracelet: Old Navy
Sunglasses: Target

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Denim Boyfriend Shorts

July 10, 2014 by Nikki 6 Comments

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

As I mentioned in my last post, I practically lived in these denim shorts this weekend. My first look was boho-inspired which was a little out of my comfort zone. This time I stayed closer within my fashion comfort boundaries and went with a nice form-fitting top and some wedges. This necklace was another purchase from my Savannah trip. It came with matching earrings, which I wasn’t a huge fan of because I think dangly earrings look better in my unattached ear lobes. But I love the pale pink color because it adds just the right amount of color to the outfit, at least for me.

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

This shirt is striped and has a fun scoop-neck back! It’s what takes this top from “just another stiped top” to “wow, a striped top!”

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

Here’s the fun one:

Denim Boyfriend Shorts | NCsquared Life

Top: Banana Republic
Cami: Target
Shorts: Gap
Shoes: American Eagle via Payless
Bracelet: Old Navy
Necklace & Earrings: Accessorize It
Sunglasses: Target

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A Little Boho

July 9, 2014 by Nikki 2 Comments

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

I wanted to try something different so I went a little boho. This shirt is loose and flowy at the bottom, which is a bit outside of my comfort zone. But I really liked the pattern and color, and I was excited about trying a new shape so I went for it. When I paired the top with the shorts, Nick said I looked boho. I’ve always liked how the boho style looks on others; they seem to do it so well and make it look so pretty. But it’s one of those styles I feel I don’t know how to pull off. This is my first attempt and I know there are plenty of ways to boho it up a little more. Also, I pretty much lived in these shorts all weekend because they’re very comfortable.

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

I purchased this necklace on my recent Savannah trip. It’s very different from all the other pieces I’ve gotten and it kind of reminds me of The Artist Formerly Known as Prince’s symbol so that’s what I affectionately call it!

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

Here’s the fun one:

A Little Boho | NCsquared Life

 

Top: ModCloth
Shorts: Gap
Sandals: Target
Bracelet: Old Navy
Circle Necklace: Accesorize It
Feather Necklace: Old Navy
Sunglasses: Target

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