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Personal Style | September & October Outfit Recap

November 2, 2016 by Whitney 8 Comments

November is here and the temperatures are slowly but surely beginning to feel like fall. I’m a huge fan of this season! Aside from the boots and capes, I love to feel the crisp fall air and nothing beats a cup of hot chocolate…with extra marshmallows, of course. I spent part of the weekend switching out some summer items and replacing them with chunky sweaters and knits. Looking back, I had a pretty stylish September and October. Here’s a quick outfit recap featuring my favorite looks!

Outfit #1 // Outfit #2

I had fun styling a few prints and playing with accessories, but I pretty much stayed true to my simple style. Contrary to what some may think, minimal styling can easily be achieved during any season. Because of this, I plan to continue styling minimal outfits well into the fall and winter seasons.

You can achieve a minimal and simple style during any season. #wnjstyle

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Styling different prints and playing with accessories make minimal styling fun and unique. Wearing all black and mostly solid colors are staples for my personal style, but I do know how to make an outfit fun. After all, minimal style should never be boring.

* See Also, Minimal Wardrobe Lessons

Outfit #1 // Outfit #2

Outfit #1 // Outfit #2

So tell me, what was your favorite outfit? Let me know!

Thanks for reading and I hope you’re all enjoying the first week of November. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Personal Style | Wearing Burgundy and White

October 25, 2016 by Whitney 11 Comments

In my last outfit post I wore burgundy and black, but today I’m switching things up and styling burgundy and white. It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of re-purposing certain wardrobe items. So when it came to this outfit, I had no problem restyling these pants! Since the weather isn’t that cold yet, the lightweight burgundy pants are still a staple in my early fall wardrobe.

* See Also, Styling Burgundy & Black

Blouse: Daniel Rainn, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option) // Pants: American Ragg, Macy’s // Purse: Forever 21 (Another Option)

I knew adding a white blouse would make this outfit look very classic and fresh. I also wanted to keep the outfit as minimal as possible, so I decided to keep the jewelry simple. Sometimes less is more, don’t you agree?

Adding a crisp white shirt or blouse makes an outfit instantly look fresh & chic! #wnjstyle

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This is the perfect outfit for a business casual work function/meeting, a date night or even a night on the town with my girls. I can also wear this outfit to church. This burgundy and white outfit is yet another all purpose, remixed outfit and that makes me very happy!

Heels: Bloomingdales (Another Option) // Necklace: Macy’s

So tell me, what do you think about outfit remix? Are you a fan of my white and burgundy outfit? Let me know!

Thanks, as always, for reading and commenting. It’s always a pleasure reading your comments and engaging with you all. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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* Linkups: Let it Shine, Garay’s Treasures, Style Me Wednesday, Visible Monday, Spotlight Weekly *

Personal Style | Wearing All Black + 3 Ways to Simplify Your Wardrobe

October 5, 2016 by Whitney 22 Comments

From adopting a minimal sense of style to emptying out several overflowing closets and drawers in our home, I’ve been on a quest to find ways to simplify my wardrobe. It hasn’t been easy because I still LOVE a good shopping or thrifting trip. However, I’ve become much more aware of the clothes I already own. I’ve also become an expert at remixing certain items to wear during different seasons. If you want to try minimizing your wardrobe this season, here are 3 easy ways to simplify your wardrobe.

Related: Creating a Minimal Wardrobe

1. Purchase more solid colors. | This is a small and easy step that can easily help simplify your wardrobe. Buying more solid colored clothing allows you to mix & match your items more often, which in turn helps ease the stress of figuring out what to wear every day.

2. Create a work uniform. | I pretty much wear the same 5-6 basic pieces to work each week. To keep things interesting I switch up the accessories/shoes, add a vest, kimono or cardigan and change up my jewelry. Creating a work uniform has made getting dressed in the mornings a breeze. No worries; I’m still stylish, chic and cute every day at work!

3. Declutter your space little by little. | We often want to get rid of our junk right away, all at once. However, if you declutter little by little, one closet or drawer at a time, it’s less overwhelming. It also makes decluttering and reorganizing a more realistic task for you to complete.

Vest: Dalia, TJ Maxx (Another Option) // Dress: Kenar Woman, Marshall’s (Similar) // Flats: Tesori, Nordstrom Rack (Exact, Size 6 & Similar)

Related: 5 Things to do at night to Prepare You for the Next Day

I also suggest wearing purchasing a few all-black wardrobe staples. A little black dress, a black vest, a couple pair of black leggings and a few black t-shirts can do wonders for your personal style! As I mentioned over on Instagram the other day, I used to think wearing all black was boring. But I’ve learned that with the right accessories, an all-black outfit can be just as exciting as one with color and prints.

3 Simple Ways to Simplify Your Wardrobe #wnjstyle

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Sunnies: H&M (Similar) // Necklace: Purchased in NY (Other Options)

So tell me, do you have any tips on how to simplify your wardrobe? Let me know!

Thanks for reading and be sure to let me know your thoughts on simplifying your wardrobe, as well as my all-black outfit, below. I love reading and responding to your comments! Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Personal Style | Styling a Thrifted Blouse and Denim

September 21, 2016 by Whitney 14 Comments

When’s the last time you went thrifting? If I’m being honest, I haven’t (really) been thrifting in ~~months~~. I know… Crazy, right? Well, that changed a few days ago. I had to urge to add some new pieces to my wardrobe for the fall, so I figured a quick thrift store trip wouldn’t hurt. 7 items and a few dollars later, I walked out with this sheer animal print thrifted blouse and a few other items. Mission accomplished!

* See Also: Thrifted Dress + Kimono

Blouse: Thrifted, Value Village // Flats: Aldo Brand, Nordstrom Rack ( Another Option ) // Necklace: oNecklace

Although this thrifted blouse is sheer, it’s still great for fall styling. It’s the perfect layering piece, which is why I decided to layer it over a black bodysuit. I’m all about comfort and style whenever I’m figuring out what to wear, but especially when it comes to work-wear. I’m often running errands or out and about during the day so I like to look presentable and chic, without compromising my comfort.

You can still wear your sheer pieces in the fall. They’re great layering pieces! #wnjstyle

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When styling a piece like this thrifted blouse, it’s important to remember to wear something fitted at the bottom. Because the blouse is flowy and over-sized, a fitted or slim pair of pants/denim helps balance out the look. Staying in the neutral family, I topped off the outfit with a pair of nude flats and one of my favorite purses. The subtle gold tones in the purse bring out my gold necklace and studs.

Denim: JCP ( Another Option )

So tell me, do you like my thrifted blouse? When’s the last time you visited your local thrift store? Let me know!

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Personal Style | Wearing Denim and a Floral Blouse

September 7, 2016 by Whitney 22 Comments

HELLO THERE! I’m back with a brand new outfit AND a brand new attitude! I’ll get into my new attitude in another post, but for now let’s get into how I styled a pair denim and a floral blouse. Cute, right?! I’ve been wearing flowy tops all summer. No surprise there, I know. I’ve also been wearing this pair of ankle length denim over and over again. For a while I wasn’t able to comfortably fit into them, but since I’ve been walking away the pounds this summer these pants are back to fitting like a glove!

Blouse: Sejour (Another Option) // Denim: JCP (Similar)

I purchased this Sejour blouse while shopping at Nordstrom Rack in Boca Raton, Florida. My family and I were there for a week in July while my sister competed in a pageant. I figured during my downtime I’d do a little shopping. Nordstrom Rack was a short Uber ride from the hotel, so of course I had to visit. While I wasn’t too pleased with their plus size section, I did find this blouse, a really cute pair of shoes and a few beauty items.

The perfect chic and stylish outfit for the fall! #wnjstyle

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This blouse is perfect for year-round styling. The material is light, the pattern is fun, and the style is timeless. Although the pattern colorful, it’s still the perfect addition to my minimal wardrobe. Yes, I’m still on the minimal style wave. No worries; a minimal style update coming soon!

Heels: Kenneth Cole, Bloomingdales (Another Option) // Necklace: oNecklace

So tell me, do you like the way I style denim and a floral blouse? Let me know!

Thanks for stopping by today! I hope you’ve been enjoying the summer. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Personal Style | Styling a Kimono and a Dress…Again

July 6, 2016 by Whitney 23 Comments

One wardrobe item that will forever have a place in my closet is the kimono. I absolutely love styling them all year! My collection of kimonos are the most versatile and easy to wear pieces in my closet. They’re perfect to throw on over a sleeveless dress, which is exactly how I styled the kimono in today’s outfit. I had a feeling I’d get cold during a night out with hubs, so I grabbed one of my favorite kimonos and my outfit was complete!

Dress: Thrifted (Another Option) // Kimono: Nordstrom Rack (Another Option) // Flats: Aldo, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option)

Purse: Nine West, Gifted (Another Option) // Necklace: Macy’s (Another Option) // Earrings: Thrifted (Another Option)

It’s no wonder my love for kimonos runs deep; I’m such a fan of lightweight, no-fuss and flowy clothing, especially during the warmer months. I usually thrift them, but there are times I find quality and unique ones at department stores. I purchased this one at Nordstrom Rack a while back and since then, I’ve seen them sold pretty much everywhere. Chances are if you’re on the hunt for a kimono this season, you’ll definitely find one!

* See Also: Maxi Dress + a Kimono

Kimonos are a perfect year-round wardrobe must have. #wnjstyle

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So tell me, are you a fan of wearing kimonos? Let me know!

As always, thanks for reading. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Personal Style | Black Skirt and Black Blouse + a Linkup

June 28, 2016 by Whitney 22 Comments

Hey, friends! I’ll be switching things up a bit today as I co-host the Bloggers Who’ve Inspired Me Linkup with Rachel. But first, let’s get into todays outfit…

Last week, I was able to wear my first short skirt of the season! I was thrilled the temperature was warm enough to show a little leg, so didn’t hesitate to style this black skirt and black blouse for a dinner date. Of course hubs was pleased, as he is anytime I show off my legs. So needless to say, the outfit was a hit!

Blouse: Nordstrom Rack (Similar) // Skirt: Style & Co, Macy’s (Another Option)

At first I thought wearing the sheer blouse would be enough, but I was going for the sexy-chic look. Therefore, I pushed the envelope a bit and added the shorter skirt as well. If an outfit is styled correctly, it’s OK to go for it and show off more than one “asset”.

Depending on how you style an outfit, it’s OK to show off more than one “asset”. #wnjstyle

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The black skirt, an item I’ve had for years, is a perfect item to have in my minimal wardrobe. It can easily be re-styled time and time again, and so can the sheer top! After all, think about how think about many times I’ve styled the blouse here on the blog. A LOT.

* See Also: Black and White Minimalism

Clutch: Purchase Here // Flats: Tesori, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option)

Now for “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me” link up

Rachel of Garay Treasures blog:

Rachel is a former full time preschool special education teacher turned full time stay-at- home mom of four children with a passion for substitute teaching and blogging at Garay Treasures on the side. Garay Treasures is a fashion and lifestyle blog with some added posts on faith and everyday treasures. Rachel loves drinking several cups of coffee a day (hot or iced), blogging, and reading and playing with her children.

You can follow Rachel by bloglovin, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook or Pinterest.

Meet your co-host Whitney of Whitney Nic James Blog:

Whitney is a purpose driven wife and lifestyle blogger behind www.whitneynicjames.com. She is passionate about teaching women how to fearlessly live a stylish, affordable & uplifting lifestyle. You can follow Whitney via the following social medias: Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.

Now on to the featured 5 bloggers from last week, this time I selected 5 of the most clicked posts starting with the highest clicked on,but this won’t happen often:

Sherry looks so lovely in her watercolor dress and was the most clicked on from last week. See post here.

I love reading Stitch Fix box reviews, so this is one more to share and hopefully you will find something you like for your next fix.

Marta shares her life lately story and the fun stuff she has encountered lately, here.

Candace looks fantastic in this dressed up shift dress look. See post here.

How adorable is Katies paint splatted skirt and denim top look. I love Katie’s colorful and bright feminine outfits, see this one here.

Now it is your turn, please follow the rules below and enjoy!

1). Please link up recent posts and include the link up button or post this URL link back on your blog. The posts can be about fashion, DIY projects, recipes, inspiration, tips, etc. *If you link up other link ups or giveaways please be sure you share this link up on your link up post to share the blog love and I will be sure to link up to yours. Also please follow me in the below social medias and let me know how you are following and I will follow back. Thank you!

2). Please follow your host: Rachel of Garay Treasures either by Bloglovin, Instagram, Facebook or Twitter or all. Comment below and let me know how you are following so I can follow back.

3). Stop by and check out the other bloggers who have linked up and be inspired.

4). Have fun! Comment below if you have any questions! Thanks for linking

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Personal Style | Weekend Staycation Outfit

June 1, 2016 by Whitney 15 Comments

A few weekends ago Darrius and I planned a staycation in downtown Baltimore. Our friends were getting married in the city, so we decided to make a weekend of it! We stayed Friday – Monday at the beautiful Renaissance Harborplace. It was also our anniversary weekend, so of course, we wanted to spend some quality time together celebrating. We lounged around, ordered room service, enjoyed the wedding festivities and made time to hang out in the city.

In case you didn’t know, I was born and raised in Baltimore. Whenever I go back to visit for more than a day I get super giddy! I love my city. It’s truly a lovely place to visit, especially during the summer. Knowing that I’d be walking around downtown, I planned the perfect weekend staycation outfit, including the one below.

Sheer Blouse: Nordstrom Rack (Similar) // Pants: American Rag, Macy’s (Another Option) // Flats: Sam Edelman, Nordstrom Rack (Similar) // Sunnies: H&M (Another Option)

I knew my weekend staycation wardrobe had to be practical. The sheer blouse and lightweight pants were a perfect choice. Of course, the sunnies were necessary and bringing a pair of my most comfortable flats was a no brainer. If you’re planning an upcoming weekend staycation this summer, here are the 7 wardrobe items I suggest packing:

1. Comfortable Shoes

2. A Pair of Sunglasses

3. All Purpose Purse/Clutch

7 Weekend Staycation Wardrobe Essentials #wnjstyle

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4. Interchangeable Jewelry/Accessories

5. Flowy Top

6. Comfortable Pants (or Leggings)

7. Extra Undergarments

I definitely suggest #7 because you may extend your trip for a day or two at the last minute. That happened to us. We’d planned to leave on Sunday afternoon, after we spent the day shopping and exploring, but we were so tired by the end of the day we ended up staying until Monday. With Darrius working right downtown his commute the next morning was a breeze. My 25 minute drive back to Columbia, MD wasn’t that bad. Being able to spend a carefree weekend with hubs was worth it.

Ankh Necklace: Purchased in NY (Other Options) // Purse: Nine West, Gifted

So tell me, do you like my weekend staycation outfit? What would you pack? Let me know!

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