Nic’s List – Eloquii, Fashion du Jour & More!

February 21, 2014 By 10 Comments

TGIF! Today’s Nic List is all about fashion and food! As I’m mentally preparing for Spring’s arrival, I found myself browsing and daydreaming online at Forever 21, Eloquii and Love, Cortnie this week. I also came across some style inspiration from two of my favorite bloggers, concocted a new recipe and announced my 1st in person thrifting event. Someone’s been busy this week! ;-) Let’s check and see what made Nic’s List this week, shall we?

{Week 2.17 – 2.21}

1. Eloquii & F21 - I’m ready for warmer weather and light-weight clothes! This Eloquii  sheath dress, F21 Kimono and leggings are at the top of my Spring 2014 wardrobe list. I love the detailing and the sheer neckline on the Eloquii dress – super sexy, very chic and perfect for an upcoming wedding I’m attending in May! The lightweight F21 kimono and black leggings would definitely be staples in my Spring wardrobe. I’ve already planned a few outfits around both pieces!

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2. Love, Cortnie - I’m such a huge fan of Love, Cortnie clutches. I think I have about 8 of Cortnie’s bags and I LOVE them all. All handmade, the clutches are durable and they’re so unique and fashionable. This foiled clutch caught my eye this week and I just might have to add this to my Spring handbag collection. I mean isn’t this a BAAADDD bag?!?

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3. Fashion du Jour & Style Elixir - I love a girl who can rock a hat! While looking for some fashion inspiration, I stopped when I came across Leslie (Fashion du Jour Daily) and Lauren’s (Style Elixir) recent posts. Both ladies look effortlessly chic in their outfits, and I LOVE the hats.

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4. Thrift with Nic - I announced this yesterday but in case you missed it, I’ll be hosting my 1st in person thrifting event on April 15th. I’ve partnered with the Goodwill in Annandale, VA and I’m really excited to meet and thrift with you! If you’re in the area, I’d love to meet and teach you some of my thrifting tips and tricks! Find out more about the event and register HERE!

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5. A New Recipe - I’m no Betty Crocker but I do know how to get down in the kitchen when necessary! ;-) This week was an “off week” for the grocery store so I used what we had in the kitchen and made this delicious meal! I’ve made this meal before so it was a no brainier. I soaked the chicken in milk and honey mustard, then added garlic salt and Season All.  After is was thoroughly cooked, I heated up some frozen broccoli and Uncle Ben’s 90 second rice and BAM! P.S. Hubby cleaned his plate! :-)

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So tell me, did anything on my list spark your interest? Have you started thinking about your Spring wardrobe? What’d you cook this week? Let me know! 

I hope you all have an enjoyable and safe weekend…be blessed and I’ll see ya Monday!

**Linkups: LuLu’s, Weekend Wind-Down & Friday’s Fab Favorites** 

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Thrifted Menswear & A Thrift With Nic Announcement

February 20, 2014 By 27 Comments

Today is Thrifty Thursday! I purchased this men’s shirt last Friday while thrifting. I often venture over to the men’s section while thrifting. I enjoy wearing thrifted menswear and I actually find most of my (oversized) sweaters and shirts, sweatshirts and sometimes coats/jackets from the men’s side.

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Cape: Hervé Bernard, Thrifted// Men’s Shirt: Thrifted//Leggings: Lord & Taylor//Flats: Tory Burch// Necklace: eBay//Purse: Gifted

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I love the color and pattern of the shirt and it goes perfectly with a nice pair of leggings & flats – my current uniform of choice, lol. This brings up a “style point” – one of the reasons I enjoy thrifted menswear is because the oversized tops play to my semi-chic, casual and practical thrifted personal style. I can also pair this shirt with ankle pants/jeans and sandals once it gets warmer outside. Since it was a little cooler outside this day, I added my thrifted cape. I just can’t get enough of this thing! ;-)

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So there’s no secret that I enjoy thrifting, right? Well, how would you like to join me for a morning of thrifting & thrift conversation? I’m pleased to announce that I’m teaming up with the Goodwill of Greater Washington for my 1st, Thrift With Nic in person event! If you’re in the DC, Maryland or Virginia area on April 5th, come join me at the Goodwill Annandale location. To register, visit Eventbrite and grab your FREE ticket!

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So tell me, do you enjoy thrifing menswear? Have you ever found a thrifted menswear gem? Will you be making it to my Thrift With Nic Event? Let me know! 

Have a great day, be blessed and be safe…XO! :-)

**Linkups: Tres-Chic Thursday, The Style Record & Style Sessions**

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The 7th Day of “Thriftmas” – Thrift With Nic Tour {Delaware Recap}

December 10, 2013 By 11 Comments

On the 7th day of “Thriftmas” my true love gave to me, 2 TWNTour recap videos!!! Yes, the day has FINALLY come for me to share with you some of the items I purchased while on my thrifitng tour. Take a look at video recaps and see what items I scored while in Delaware. Let me know which items are your fave. I love your feedback! As always, thanks for reading, and watching, ;-) and I’ll be back tomorrow to share my VA thrift finds. XO!

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***Kia Motors sponsored the tour and for 3 days, I drove the 2014 Kia Sorento to Delaware, Virginia, and back home to Maryland. The ride was smooth and easy – I really love that car! This 7-8 seater has so much space, an awesome sound system, as well as a huge trunk! Check out the pics below***

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Old & New School Tunes for the Road!

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The 5th Day of “Thriftmas” – Holiday Weekend Wear {Thrifted & Budget Friendly }

December 6, 2013 By 26 Comments

On the 5th day of “Thriftmas“, I want to talk about thrifted and budget friendly holiday weekend wear! I know I’ve given some outfit inspiration posts here and there but today, I want to revert back to my “old ways”. I want to provide realistic outfit options that are similar to mine and under $100.  :-)

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Tunic: Micheal Kors, Macy’s (Old)// Pants: Ellen Tracey, 2nd Avenue ($6.90)// Flats: Nine West, 2nd Avenue//Jewelry: Thrifted (2nd Avenue)

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Of course my outfit is under $100, lol. I purchased this Micheal Kors Tunic a few years ago and it’s been one of my favorite Fall/Winter tops since then.  I paired it with the same hunter green Ellen Tracey denim from this post, and added my Nine West embellished flats. These were a thrift find back in the Summer. They were in mint condition and only cost me a few bucks. I also decided to add some accessories to my hair. This gold headband was initially for my little sister but, I ended up keeping it. LOL! I often purchase fun and cute little hair accessories like this from eBay.

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I feel this outfit is perfect for hanging out with friends during the holidays. It works perfectly for a get together at someones house, or even for a laid back night out. If you like this look, check out the two budget friendly looks I created below. Which would you wear? Would you add anything to the look? Let me know!

 

Holiday Weekend Wear

Thanks for reading and for joining me for the first week of the 12 Days of “Thriftmas”. Next week I plan to introduce another thrifty friend, share my TWNTour recap, as well as host another holiday giveaway! Don’t forget to enter my current giveaway HERE. Have a wonderful weekend, be blessed and be safe! XO!

**Linkups:  Three-fer Thursday, What I’m Loving, Fashion Friday, Thrifters Anonymous, Fashion Favorite Friday’s,  & Friday’s Fab Favorites** 

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