25 Sweater Dresses to Shop Now

October 20, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Free People sweater dress; Rebecca Minkoff bag (look for less here); Isabel Marant boots (sold out, similar here, here, and here); Amazon hat; Ray-Ban sunglasses

It’s sweater dress season, friends, and while I was pretty gung ho about them in the past, I’ve gotten much more picky about them in recent years. I’ve had too many that just never made it out of the closet much: too tight here, to loose there, too short, too hot for SoCal, you name it. And while I’m passing on most these days, I couldn’t order this button-front, flowy cardigan version quicker. I seriously couldn’t love this silhouette more. (The v-neck was a little low for me, so I added a tank underneath.)

I’m loving it paired with short boots but think that a pair of taller or over-the-knee boots would dress the look up even more. It’s admittedly a little pricey, so I’m rounding up 25 more sweater dresses I’m loving below. Hope everyone has a great rest of their week!

xoxo

Favorite Sneakers for Fall

October 13, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Gibson Look jumpsuit (15% off with code NIKKI15); Forever 21 denim shirt; Scoop sneakers; metallic laces; H&M handbag; Time & Tru sunglasses; Amazon bangles

There’s no doubt that my favorite sneakers got a whole lotta use this past summer, and I’m suspecting a similar story this fall. And while my white Golden Goose were a fave over the summer months, lately I’ve been grabbing the two (way more affordable) pairs here nonstop.

The leopard pair above is seriously so nice for the price – they’re under $40. It’s a good, non-cheesy leopard print, and I love the glitter detail. (I traded out the beige laces for these fun metallics.) They’re also super comfy and now come in a second metallic version that I wish was still available in my size. (The leopard is still fully stocked, but if your size is still available in this pair, lucky you!)

And as for the pair below, I seriously can’t stop wearing them. I’m gonna go ahead and say it – I think they are the comfiest pair I own. Like, more comfy than the Golden Goose, more comfy than my favorite pair of Nikes. They have a slight hidden wedge inside that is just so cushy. They come in a ton of colors, but I really do love the black and metallic combo below. I’ve worn them with dresses, jeans, and even with this metallic midi skirt. (They’ll also be so cute with my favorite leather leggings too.)

So whether you’re a seasoned sneaker lover or someone looking to try out the trend, take a scroll below for some of my favorites right now.

xoxo

Z Supply dress; Scarleton backpack (c/o); Dolce Vita sneakers; Amazon bangles; Karen Walker sunglasses (look for less here)

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Cozy Neutral Basics + Comfy Wide Width Fall Shoes

October 4, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Madewell jeans; Free Assembly tee; H&M cardigan; Dolce Vita mules (wide version here) (look for less here)

This might sound crazy, but happy October, friends! I really can’t even believe it’s October already, but I am THRILLED. I mean, summer is fine, but October, November, December – it’s the best quarter of the whole year, I don’t care what anyone says. Southern California even welcomed the month with a couple of random, out-of-the-blue thunder storms so far, and I took the opportunity to bust out some favorite cozy neutrals that I’m loving right now. (I ordered this sweater back when it was like 90 degrees and have been impatiently waiting to wear it. Sadly this color is currently sold out, but it’s fully stocked in black.)

And as for the shoes, they were such a happy discovery. Anyone with wide feet like mine can probably agree that fall boots, booties, mules, loafers, etc. can be actual torture devices on the foot, and if you find something that comes in a wide width, it’s normally NOT very cute. I saw these little suede mules during the Evereve store opening at Fashion Island and loved them but just didn’t know how comfy they would be for me. A couple weeks later I was searching them online (yet again) and noticed that they come in a wide width option on the Dolce Vita site! I ordered them immediately (along with the now sold out pair below) and am so happy with the fit, the style, the look- LOVE! If you have feel on the wider side, I can’t recommend these more. (And if you’re looking for a great look for less, you can’t go wrong with this pair.)

xoxo

Madewell jeans; Free Assembly tee; H&M shacket; Dolce Vita booties (wide width here); Ray-Ban sunglasses; Amazon hat

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

The Under $20 Metallic Skirt You Need This Fall

September 20, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Time & Tru skirt; Scoop tee (similar here); Dolce Vita sneakers; Rebecca Minkoff handbag; Amazon bangles; Ray-Ban sunglasses

Happy Monday, friends! Whoo, it’s been a productive day so far, and after a fun girls’ weekend in the desert, it’s actually been kind of nice to get back in the swing of things around here. So today I’m kicking off the week here on the blog with this skirt / sneaker / handbag combo that I currently can’t get enough of.

When I first saw this skirt online, I immediately thought it would be the perfect holiday piece, but don’t worry, I’m not trying to go skipping over the fall season on you guys. (I mean, it still technically feels like summer most days here.) And while I still think it has major December potential with a bodysuit and a pair of heels, I’m loving it dressed down for now with sneakers and a tee or in a few weeks with a cropped sweater and booties.

The waistband on this skirt is nice and thick and tight, and if you feel like you’re between sizes, I’d probably go up. (I’m wearing a medium here for reference.) When I posted this look over on Instagram, you guys seemed to be just as into the skirt as I am, and the best part? It’s under $20 🙂

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Wearing White After Labor Day

September 8, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Petal & Pup dress – use code NIKKI for 15% off; Marc Fisher booties – use code LTD2169 for 20% off; No Boundaries handbag; Amazon hat and bangles; Quay sunglasses

If there’s anything that couldn’t be more true in 2021, it’s that the fashion “rules” have gone out the window. After lots and lots of days spent in sweats last year, there’s no time like the present to wear what you want, when you want, how you want to. So JUST in case you’ve been listening to that whole “no white after Labor Day” thing, throw it out the window, girl. (Well, if that’s what you want to do.)

If you want to keep your white denim in rotation all winter long with chunky knits or leather jackets or denim button-downs, do it. If you want to carry that favorite white handbag all through the fall, who’s going to stop you? And if you want to rework a little white dress with a wool hat and suede booties, I’m 100% here for it. Cheers to mixing things up and making our own rules this year.

xoxo

Petal & Pup dress – use code NIKKI for 15% off; Bottega Veneta handbag; SheIn sandals; Amazon bangles; Quay sunglasses

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Two Affordable Faux Leather Pieces for Fall

September 7, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Faux leather shorts; Scoop blouse; Marc Fisher booties; Amazon hat; Bottega Veneta handbag; Amazon bangles; Quay sunglasses

Happy Tuesday, friends! Hope everyone had a fab Labor Day weekend. This week is definitely going to be a warm one (by SoCal standards at least), but I’ve still got my mind on fall fashion. And today, I’m sharing a couple favorite faux leather finds for the season that won’t break the bank.

First, these shorts (above). I’ve had these faux leather shorts a couple of seasons now, and I’ve definitely gotten more than my fair share of wears out of them. (You can see them styled differently here and here.) They’re just easy, comfy, under $30, and can be dressed up or down – I’ll definitely be wearing them with favorite sneakers a little more this year. They’re also an easy piece when I want to dress for fall even though our weather isn’t quite there yet. (And bonus that some sizes are available with Prime shipping.)

The joggers below were a recent purchase this year, and honestly I feel like the quality is SO good for the price tag – $35. The fit is super flattering, but they run a little big so I’d definitely size down (I’m wearing a small for reference). These seem to be fleece-lined, so admittedly they are pretty warm but will be perfect with lightweight tops a month or so from now. I also think they’ll be so cute with a cropped sweater and these fur-lined mules…Just as soon as this heat wave passes 😉

xoxo

Scoop faux leather joggers; Z Supply bodysuit; Seychelle’s heels; Bottega Veneta handbag; Madewell denim jacket; Treasure & Bond hat; Amazon bangles; sunglasses

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Lots of Affordable Looks Lately: July

July 22, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Scoop shorts (on sale for $14); Carve Designs sweater; Amazon sandals; Scoop handbag; similar hat; Quay sunglasses

Happy Thursday, friends! It’s been a while since I rounded up a whole bunch of recent looks, so today I’m doing just that. And while I didn’t actually plan it this way, pretty much everything in the post is super affordable. A couple of my standout faves? These ivory denim shorts that I wear a ton are currently marked down to $14. (I sized up.) This linen shirt from Amazon is so great over a swimsuit or paired with denim shorts, both below. I live in these $15 graphic tees, and this adorable romper is almost 60% off.

As for the shoes, can’t recommend these leather slides more, and they’re currently 20% off which I’ve never see before. And if you’re looking to dip your toes in the athletic sandal trend, this $10 pair is so cute and beyond comfy. Also, loving these sandals I snagged from Amazon and this $40 pair of New Balance sneaks.

So happy shopping if you’re into that sorta thing, and here’s hoping everyone has a great rest of their week!

Surf Gypsy dress; Jessica Simpson sandals; similar handbag

Coolchange pants; Carve Designs swim top; Amazon linen shirt; Seychelle’s slides; Eric Javits hat; Amazon beach bag

H&M sweatshirt dress; Golden Goose sneakers; Scarleton handbag

Gibson Look X Haute Off the Rack jumpsuit (use code NIKKI15 for 15% off); Free People kimono; Louis Vuitton handbag; Dolce Vita sandals; Quay sunglasses

Wayf romper (on sale); Givenchy sandals; Louis Vuitton handbag; Quay sunglasses

Free People denim shorts; Amazon linen shirt; Kell Parker sandals; Eric Javits hat and handbag

Scoop shorts, sweater, sandals, and handbag; Walmart sunglasses

Scoop dress; Amazon sandals; Eric Javits hat and handbag; Quay sunglasses

SheIn dress and sandals; Scarleton handbag; Karen Walker sunglasses (look for less here)

Daze jeans; Scoop t-shirt; Amazon hat; Scarleton handbag; Seychelle’s slides; Quay sunglasses

Scoop shorts; Embrace Your Curves swimsuit; Walmart coverup and beach bag; Eric Javits hat; Amazon bangles

Walmart romper; Scoop handbag; Amazon sandals; similar hat; Quay sunglasses

Gibson Look X Haute Off the Rack dress (use code NIKKI15 for 15% off); Amazon sandals; similar hat; Eric Javits handbag; Walmart sunglasses

H&M dress; Bottega Veneta handbag; Marc Fisher wedges

RVCA pants; Topshop tank; Madewell denim jacket; Walmart handbag (sold out); Brixton hat

Walmart dress, beach bag, athletic sandals, and sunglasses

Gibson Look X Haute Off the Rack shirtdress (use code NIKKI15 for 15% off); Marc Fisher booties (included in #nsale); Amazon handbag

Walmart dress; Amazon sandals; Eric Javits hat and handbag

Wayf romper (on sale); Amazon sandals; Eric Javits handbag; similar hat

Gap shorts; H&M sweatshirt; New Balance sneakers

Petal & Pup dress (use code NIKKI for 15% off); SheIn sandals; Bottega Veneta handbag

xoxo

Favorite Finds from the Huge LOFT Sale

July 15, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

LOFT gingham tank and cardigan (use code LOVEIT for 50% off); Daze Denim shorts; Schutz sandals; Time & Tru sunglasses; Bottega Veneta handbag

While your Instagram feed (and all social media feeds for that matter) may be flooded with posts about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (guilty – you can catch mine here), it certainly isn’t the only sale in town.

Recently I popped into LOFT for the first time in basically forever and ended up snagging a couple of pieces that I LOVE. In fact, I was pretty surprised by how many cute things I saw. So many tops, dresses, and just plain lounge-y goodness that I’m loving for summer, and currently it’s ALL on sale. The entire site is 40% off, except for the sale section which is an additional 50% off already reduced prices, with code LOVEIT.

My gingham smocked tank above and the cutest striped top that I’m wearing below? Both on sale under $20 – no Nordy Club, sell-out stressing, midnight shopping required. My FAVORITE summer-weight joggers are also included in the sale and now come in three colors. (You can see a full post on those here.) So if all your favorites from the #nsale are selling out (or you just want to shop for pieces to wear right now), then take a little scroll below where I’m rounding up some of my favorite finds from the giant LOFT sale.

LOFT striped top (Use code LOVEIT for additional 50% off); Free People shorts; Amazon sandals and horn bangles; similar hat; Eric Javits handbag

xoxo

18 Pretty Spring and Summer Dresses (Starting at $13)

April 27, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Billabong dress; Kell Parker shoes; Eric Javits hat and round bag (on sale!); Quay sunglasses

And just like that, it’s almost MAY. It sounds so crazy to even say it, and between trips to Florida and Hawaii and some time spent in Palm Springs, it’s been a while since I checked in here. So, HI! What a difference a year makes, and I can honestly say I’ve never been so excited for spring and summer to arrive. We celebrated Eric’s birthday over the weekend with a BBQ and some pickleball in the street, and somehow it felt like summer was already here. (And after last year, it sort of feels like we earned it.)

So today, I’m celebrating summer days to come with a whole big roundup of warm weather dresses that I’m loving. 18 of them, to be exact, and over half of them are under $40. Seriously, the amount of cute and affordable little dresses I’m finding this year… it’s starting to get…expensive, ha! Scroll down below to shop – here’s hoping you find something that puts you in a summertime mood. Happy Tuesday, Friends!

xoxo

Buddy Love dress; Bottega handbag; Rebecca Minkoff heels (old, similar here); Quay sunglasses; Amazon bracelets

Time & Tru dress (under $15!); similar white handbag; Golden Goose sneakers (look for less here); Amazon bangles; Quay sunglasses

Gibson Look X Haute Off the Rack dress (take 15% off with code NIKKI15); Eric Javits bag; Marc Fisher wedges (20% off with code LTD2169); San Diego Hat Company hat; Amazon bangles

No Boundaries dress; similar crochet bag; H&M heels; Amazon bangles; Quay sunglasses

Target dress; Strathberry handbag; Golden Goose sneakers; Quay sunglasses

Scoop dress; Nike sneakers and belt bag; Quay sunglasses; Amazon nameplate necklace

Amazon dress, handbag, and bangles; Jessica Simpson sandals; Ray-Ban sunglasses

Target dress; H&M heels; Cult Gaia bag (similar here); Quay sunglasses; Amazon bangles

Target dress; Golden Goose sneakers; similar bag; Amazon bangles

Buddy Love dress; Golden Goose sneakers; Apple X Hermes watch; Quay sunglasses; Amazon bangles

World Market dress; Beek sandals; similar white bag; San Diego Hat Company hat; Amazon bangles; Apple X Herrmes watch; Quay sunglasses

Target dress; Amazon handbag; Lulu’s heels; Julie Vos bracelets

Amazon dress; Scoop sandals; similar white bag; Amazon bangles

Scoop romper and sandals; similar white bag; Amazon bangles

Scoop dress; Givenchy sandals; rattan crossbody; Banana Republic hat (old); Amazon bangles

Scoop dress; Lulu’s heels; similar white bag; Amazon bangles

Getting Used to the “Mom Jean” Trend

March 22, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Daze jeans; Target sweatshirt; Amazon mules; GiGi New York handbag (25% off with code FAMILY25); Quay sunglasses; Amazon bangles

Daze jeans; Goldie tees shirt; Scoop cardigan (old, similar here); Bottega Veneta handbag; Marc Fisher heels (20% off with code LTD2169); Amazon hat; Quay sunglasses; Amazon bangles

Daze jeans; Carve Designs sweater; Lulu’s heels; Louis Vuitton handbag; Quay sunglasses; Amazon bangles

By now I’m sure we’ve all heard what the Gen Z crowd thinks of our “uncool” skinny jeans. And while I surely don’t place much importance on what the Gen Z’ers think of my tried and true skinnies, I’ll admit that after a year of stretch pants and too many days at home I’m just not grabbing for them like I used to.

About a year ago I bought and fell in love with this pair of mom-ish jeans from Daze Denim, and I’ve been obsessed with the brand ever since. Something about this brand, y’all – I’ve loved almost every pair that I’ve tried, and the mom jeans above are just the latest fave. (I’m also obsessed with this pair that I recently found in a few sizes on major sale – under $32!)

The high rise somehow hits at just the right place for me every single time, and the denim itself is so comfy. And while I normally gravitate towards dark denim, I’m actually loving this light wash for spring. Pair them with a sweatshirt, a duster cardi, a spring sweater, or just a plain old tee – if you haven’t tried the “mom jean” trend yet, you may just be pleasantly surprised when you do.

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

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25 Sweater Dresses to Shop Now

Favorite Sneakers for Fall

Cozy Neutral Basics + Comfy Wide Width Fall Shoes

The Under $20 Metallic Skirt You Need This Fall

Wearing White After Labor Day

Two Affordable Faux Leather Pieces for Fall

Lots of Affordable Looks Lately: July

Favorite Finds from the Huge LOFT Sale

18 Pretty Spring and Summer Dresses (Starting at $13)

Getting Used to the “Mom Jean” Trend

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