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Happy Color

December 16, 2013 by Nikki No Comments

Happy Color | NCsquared Life

Isn’t yellow such a happy color? I mean, it’s the color of sunshine, daffodils, and lemonade, all of which are some of the happiest things on the planet!

Happy Color | NCsquared Life

It was bright and crisp out today so I decided to wear yellow to keep the happy spirits up while finishing up some holiday shopping. It was a valiant effort, but, alas, I still have some shopping left.

Happy Color | NCsquared Life

Button front and vest: Old Navy | Sweater: Target | Denim: Loft | Shoes: Crown Vintage via DSW | Necklace: Caroline G. | Sunglasses: Target

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Perfect Match

November 21, 2013 by Nikki No Comments

green sweater, white vest, cognac flats | NCsquared Life

I’ve decided that any sweater and this white vest make the perfect match. And were made for Fall! I do sometimes wish the vest wasn’t quite as puffy as it is, but when that happens, I push as much air out of it as possible and then I’m happy. I like to think it doesn’t take much to make me happy, but I have a feeling that Nick (and probably everyone else around me) would argue otherwise. Oh, well.

green sweater, white vest | NCsquared Life

As I mentioned in this post, this sweater is less of a light green/blueish and more of a kelly green. Either my clothes just don’t photograph well, or I suck at lighting and need a new camera. Hint, it’s the last one!

green sweater, white vest, cognac flats | NCsquared Life

green sweater, white vest, cognac flats | NCsquared Life

Sweater: J. Crew (thrifted) | Vest: Old Navy | Jeans: Banana Republic | Camisole & Earrings: Target | Feather Necklace: Old Navy

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White Puffy Vest

November 8, 2013 by Nikki 1 Comment
white vest blue sweater loafers

Vest: Old Navy | Sweater: Banana Republic | Jeans: Banana Republic | Shoes: Rocket Dog via Zappos | Pearl Necklace: Francesca’s |Feather Necklace and Bracelet: Old Navy

I’m wearing my white puffy vest again! I almost didn’t get it when I saw it in the store because I was afraid it would get dirty and that it wouldn’t go with much. I had the same fear about the white vest as I did with white pants but I’m realizing just how well it goes with just about everything! And, unlike white pants, I love pairing it with dark colors.

white vest, blue sweater, loafers 2

white puffy vest, blue sweater, necklaces

I decided to switch out the dark denim for these lighter washed Old Navy jeans and rolled them up at the bottom. I think I like this look better than the long jeans because you it shows off the shoes, and the rolled bottoms add a nice balance to the sweater and vest.

white vest, sweater, rolled jeans

white vest rolled jeans loafers

white vest, blue sweater, rolled jeans 2

Would you wear a puffy white vest?

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What Does the Fox Say?

October 25, 2013 by Nikki No Comments
fox sweater, white puffy vest, leopard | NCsquared Life

Sweater: Old Navy | Jeans: Old Navy | Shoes: Payless (old) | Earrings and Necklace: Target | Bracelet: Old Navy | PuffyVest: Old Navy

This adorable fox sweater is popping up all over the place. And for good reason: it’s awesome! It’s light enough to wear when there’s a slight chill in the air, but it’s also perfect for layering. You can probably tell it was windy out when I took these photos, so I added the vest, which is the perfect complement to the ensemble. Personally, think the animal sweater trend is the best thing to happen to clothing. Just sayin’.

fox 9a

fox 4

fox 6

This is probably one of my all-time favorite photos of myself. It looks so ominous with the clouds in the background and my skeptical face doubting it all! Photos like this for me are a needle in a haystack.

fox 3

fox closeup

I’m loving this bracelet because it’s proving to be extremely versatile. At first I thought the color would be too plain and boring but it turned out to be a great neutral piece that I can wear with just about anything. Maybe I should stick to neutrals forever.

fox access 2

By the way, the title of this post is from a song of the same name by a Norwegian comedy duo called Ylvis. A crazy but catchy song that my husband showed me and then several days later all of my classmates were talking about it. It’s weird but funny at the same time.

Have a listen. I promise it’ll be stuck in your head all day. You’re welcome.

How do you feel about the animal sweater trend?

 

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Hi, I’m Nikki. This is where I blog about my life and personal style. I’m a wife and mom, public health professional, sushi lover, wine enthusiast, and coffee snob. Welcome to my little corner of the world where I try to lead by example!

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