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Another LGD

May 22, 2014 by Nikki 7 Comments

Another LGD | NCsquared Life

Why, yes, I do have another little green dress (LGD) and I’m wearing it with sparkly sandals! Green is my second favorite color so I’m not surprised I have more than one green dress. Plus, it brings out the green in my eyes.

I wore this dress on Tuesday to a planning retreat with my department. My program seems to really value the input of students when it comes toquality and planning, so I attended with about 5 of my classmates. We participated in small group discussions, presented those ideas to the bigger group, and received a warm applause at the end for working so hard to become successsful professionals in our frield. I had a lot more fun than I thought I would. Hooray for public health!

Another LGD | NCsquared Life

Another LGD | NCsquared Life

Another LGD | NCsquared Life

Here’s the fun one: It’s a peek-a-boo wrap dress!

Another LGD | NCsquared Life

Dress: Old Navy (old)
Cami & Sandals: Target
Pearl necklace and bracelet: gift from my mom-in-law
Pink bracelet: Old Navy
Clutch: Coach (also gift from my mom-in-law)

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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

 

Linking up with More Pieces of Me | Perfectly Coutured | Walking in Memphis in High Heels | Mix and Match Fashion

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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A Dress for Mother’s Day

May 16, 2014 by Nikki 4 Comments

Mother's Day Dress | NCsquared Life

I know I’m a little late for a Mother’s Day post but here it is anyway! I usually see my mom {and dad} about once a month since I live several hours away from my hometown. When school started, my time with my parents was reduced to about once every other month when I would have a break. Needless to say, I was really glad I got to spend Mother’s Day with my mom. The family went out for an early dinner and then frozen yogurt, and kept it very low-key, so this is what I wore. My mom was just glad that we could all be together. Now I can’t wait for Father’s Day!

Mother's Day Dress | NCsquared Life

Mother's Day Dress | NCsquared Life

Mother's Day Dress | NCsquared Life

Mother's Day Dress | NCsquared Life

Dress & Cardigan: Old Navy
Belt: Target
Wedges: ModCloth (last year)
Pearls: gift from my mother-in-law
Bracelet: Old Navy
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A Little Bit of Everything

March 27, 2014 by Nikki 2 Comments

A Little Bit of Everything | NCsquared Life

This is the first outfit that formed in my head when I saw this shirt. I’m still afraid of pattern mixing but it’s getting easier, and more fun. And what I love about this outfit is that it has a little bit of everything: it’s fresh, feminine, floral, stripes, pink, drapey-shaped shirt, form-fitting pencil skirt, pearls AND pattern mixing! I think it is one of my new favorite outfits; I want to wear it everywhere. If only the weather would cooperate again, I would wear it everywhere.

A Little Bit of Everything | NCsquared Life

A Little Bit of Everything | NCsquared Life

A Little Bit of Everything | NCsquared Life

 And here’s the fun one: who doesn’t love sitting on a bench all pin-up style? Oh, just me? Alrighty, then.

A Little Bit of Everything | NCsquared Life

Linking up with Perfectly Coutured | Everyday Fashion and Finance | Mix & Match Fashion | Styling in St. Louis 
 
Top: Banana Republic
Skirt: Target
Heels: Christian Siriano for Payless
Earrings and Sunglasses: Target
Pearls: Kohls (old)
Bracelet: Old Navy
Clutch: Francesca’s
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Navy and Pink

March 25, 2014 by Nikki 6 Comments

Navy and Pink | NCsquared Life

When I first saw this shirt, I thought it would be a great casual piece  I could wear with jeans and sandals and couldn’t wait for Spring/warmer weather to wear it that way. Then I started putting looks together and realized it would make a good dressy piece, as well. I don’t normally do the half tuck because I’ve realized it doesn’t work very well with my body shape – my short torso looks even shorter with a half tuck – but with the drape of the fabric, it works here. I find myself loving this shirt more and more each time I wear it. Thanks, Stitch Fix!

Navy and Pink | NCsquared Life

Navy and Pink | NCsquared Life

Isn’t the detailing on this shirt just amazing?

Navy and Pink | NCsquared Life

Navy and Pink | NCsquared Life

 
Linking up with More Pieces of Me
 
Top: Under Skies Claremont via Stitch Fix
Skirt: Target
Shoes: Christian Siriano via Payless
Necklace: Kohl’s (old)
Earrings: Target
Pink Bracelet: Old Navy
Dainty Bracelet: Etsy
Clutch: Francesca’s
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