Some Green Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

March 14, 2022 / Style Files / 0 comment

AGolde shorts (look for less here); Free People sweater; Golden Goose sneakers (also love this look for less); Bottega handbag

St. Patrick’s Day is this week, and while I’m not always 100% into celebrating, I am conveniently VERY drawn to all things green this season. And luckily, green is everywhere for spring in every shade you could want. From lightweight sweaters and comfy loungewear to bold handbags and sandals, I’ve found so many new favorite green pieces lately.

So today I’m sharing a couple of favorite St. Patty’s Day ready looks with quick shipping that can arrive in time for the party. (Also apologies for the last vacay-ready look to all of you still stuck in snowy weather – I’ll be in Palm Springs for St. Patty’s Day where it will be 85 and sunny, so I had to!) You can also check out this post for a few more green ideas. Hope everyone has a great week ahead!

xoxo

Free Assembly joggers and sweatshirt; New Balance sneakers (love this colorway too); Madewell denim jacket; Bottega handbag

Re/Done jeans (use code ULANIKKI10 for 10% off); H&M sweatshirt; Gucci slides; Scarleton handbag

Free People dress; Amazon slides, bracelets, and sunglasses; Palm leaf hat

So Ready for a Colorful Spring

March 9, 2022 / Style Files / 1 Comment

clear plastic clutch; cropped ribbed sweater; ankle wrap heels; space dyed collared sweater and shorts; belted button-front dress; woven flat sandal; sunglasses; studded sandal; barely there low heel sandal

I was going to start this off by saying spring is just around the corner, but in Southern California, springtime is almost, pretty much, basically, depending on the day, kinda here. And I am READY for it. Ready for spring and ALL. THE. COLORS. Blame it on the times, but I’ve never been more ready to introduce a little fun into my wardrobe, and right now, the stores and interwebs are bursting with the prettiest, most colorful spring collections.

From soft pastels to bold brights in every color of the rainbow, you really can’t go wrong this season. Go all out head to toe, or just add a splash with a fun handbag, shoes, or out of your comfort zone sunglasses. Personally, I couldn’t pick a favorite, so today I’m rounding up some of my favorite pieces in a slew of spring colors. Which ones are you eyeing?

xoxo

Woven yellow heels; Veja sneakers; light yellow woven flat sandals; padded two-strap heels; Carve Designs swimsuit; yellow swim coverup; yellow leather crossbody bag; cable knit cardigan; straw circle handbag

Green woven heels; Veja green and white sneakers; ankle strap heels; clear heel sandals; tie-waist tank dress; chunky knit cardigan; crossbody handbag with gold hardware; green acrylic handbag; canvas tote

beaded handle straw bag; faux leather pyramid clutch; acrylic ring; bamboo handle straw bag; mint designer sunglasses; two band flat sandals; tennis club sweatshirt; button front cropped cardigan; sheer swim coverup; leather band heels; jelly beach tote

studded jelly sandals; pleated tie-neck dress; woven flat sandals; blue straw hat; croc-embossed handbag; bow heels; braided strap sandals; cropped rib-knit cardigan; jeweled headbands

woven flat sandals; ombre sunglasses; two strap sandals; lavender leather slides; chain embellished handbag; floral airy mini dress; corduroy cuffed shorts; dyed denim shirt dress; studded flat sandals; lavender shoulder bag

flowy floral maxi dress; light pink sweater romper; clear pink heels; feather-embellished hat; rose colored sunglasses; studded flat sandals; braided band heels; cropped sweatshirt; acrylic pink handbag

Carve Designs bikini top and colorblocked bottom; woven flat sandal; tie-front kimono top; neon pink crossbody; kimono sleeve maxi dress; double band pink heels; pink and orange sneakers; v-neck collared sweater; braided band heels

The Best Budget-Friendly Weekend Joggers

February 1, 2022 / Style Files / 0 comment

Free Assembly joggers and tee; Madewell jacket (extra 20% off with code FLASH); Kell Parker sneakers; H&M handbag; Amazon bangles; Ray-Ban sunglasses

It’s no secret that I LIVE for an athleisure slash loungewear look, and when I can find great comfy basics that are also budget-friendly? Well I’d be a bad blogger friend not to share. I snagged these joggers (and the matching sweatshirt) a few months ago actually and have worn them so much that I just ordered the set in a second color. (I went with white, but there are currently 12 colors to choose from.)

I wash and dry (over and over) with zero issues, and I just love the overall fit. (I own the joggers in small and medium but prefer the small, and I have the sweatshirt in a large.) I also love that you can easily mix and match the pieces with other closet basics. If you’re like me and always on the hunt for the best weekend lounge essentials (or maybe looking for something cozy to kick back and watch the Super Bowl in), I can’t recommend this set more.

Hope everyone is having a great start to February!

xoxo

Free Assembly joggers and hoodie (classic sweatshirt version here); Kell Parker sneakers

Favorite Affordable Handbags (Plus a Discount Code)

January 12, 2022 / Style Files / 0 comment

Misa dress; Marc Fisher booties; Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE); Brixton hat; Ray-Ban sunglasses

I’m sure it goes without saying that I love clothes. I wouldn’t have started this blog ten years ago if I didn’t. But as much as I love clothing, my true weakness is handbags. (And shoes and all accessories if I’m being honest.) And while I do love an occasional designer bag splurge, I LOVE when I find a brand of handbags that only look expensive. I’d be a bad internet friend if I didn’t share my favorite affordable handbag line with you guys, so today I’m sharing some of my fave bags from Scarleton with a discount code cherry on top.

I’ve tried a handful of Scarleton bags at this point, and every single one of them looks and feels so much more expensive than it actually is. If you’re a backpack-loving gal, then I can’t recommend the backpack below more. It’s structured and roomy with adjustable straps and would be so great as a carryon for travel. The little white top handle is so versatile and pretty for spring and summer, but by far my favorite bag is this little crossbody that I now have in black and red. (Also currently crushing on the green, so PRETTY!) It’s the perfect size for everyday and comes with two different strap options, so it’s super versatile.

And right now my friends over at Scarleton are offering 15% off any of the bags here with code 15MYSTYLE. (You can type in the discount code during Amazon checkout.) I hope you guys love these as much as I do!

xoxo

Z Supply dress; Dolce Vita sneakers (also here); Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE); Karen Walker sunglasses (look for less here); Amazon bangles

Time & Tru jeggings; Pendleton sweater; Free People booties. (sold out); Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE); Amazon hat; sunglasses (look for less here)

Rag & Bone joggers; Free Assembly sweater; Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE); Treasure & Bond hat; Ray-Ban sunglasses; Amazon bangles

Free Assembly jeans and sweater; Dolce Vita mules; Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE); Ray-Ban sunglasses

Daze Denim jeans; Scoop tee; Seychelles sandals; Amazon hat; Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE)

SheIn dress (old) and sandals; Scarleton handbag (15% off with code 15MYSTYLE)

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

Fall Favorites from Free Assembly at Walmart

October 26, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Free Assembly jeans and sweater; handbag; leopard sneakers

Sweata weatha, friends. And while I’m pleased as pie to surround myself with all the cozy knits, I’m just as excited to get back into denim-wearing days. I used to be mainly a dress gal, but these days, give me a relaxed pair of jeans and a comfy sweater and I’m one happy camper. And recently, I found so many jeans and sweaters to love from Free Assembly at Walmart.

Y’all, if you haven’t checked out the Free Assembly line yet, I’m telling you, it’s a must. It’s filled with quality, well-made pieces that you’ll be grabbing for over and over again. The collared sweater above could not be softer, and it’s just one of those pieces that goes with pretty much anything. (I sized up for a looser fit…and then I bought it in black too.) The denim above is right on trend and comparable quality to any designer pair I’ve tried. Seriously, if you like a good non-stretch 90’s pair, give these a try.

As for the comfy combo below, I’m 100% here for the jogger style of denim this season, and this easy pair comes in three great washes. Wear them with a sweater, or dress them down with a basic sweatshirt and sneakers. And while we’re on the subject of dressing down, don’t sleep on Free Assembly’s activewear. These leggings paired with this tunic sweatshirt (worn this week on my Instagram stories) look so expensive in person. I’m also mildly obsessed these perfect joggers and just may be posted up in them the entire holiday season.

So whether you’re on the hunt for some on-trend denim or looking to up your activewear game, you can’t go wrong with the Free Assembly line at Walmart.

xoxo

Free Assembly denim joggers, ivory tee, and cable cardigan; handbag

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

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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

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

Favorite Fall Fashion Finds from Walmart

September 1, 2021 / Style Files / 0 comment

Time & Tru denim leggings; Free Assembly tee and plaid shirt jacket; Time & Tru booties; No Boundaries handbag

September 1st, and just like that, my brain has made the switch, and I can’t stop thinking about all things fall fashion. (Never mind that our weather isn’t quite there yet – that’s never stopped me before. 🙂 So today I’m kicking things off with some favorite fall finds from Walmart, and their fall fashion options are GOOD.

While sneakers are probably not going anywhere anytime soon in my wardrobe, I’m pretty excited to get back into boots and booties for fall. The pair I’m wearing above is seriously great quality and couldn’t be more comfortable – they actually have a memory foam lining inside that is SO cushy. I’ll definitely be wearing these throughout the season with dresses, faux leather shorts, and skinny jeans, which are still A-OK in my book. Speaking of skinnies, this coated pair above fits SO well and is priced around $10.

I spent lots of last fall kicking it in sweats and loungewear, but this year I’m excited for all the comfy, relaxed denim options. (LOVE the pair below – so comfy and flattering.) They’ll be so cute with cozy sweaters in a couple of months, but for now, I’m loving them with easy graphic tees and a lightweight fall layer for cooler nights. (You can snag the plaid shirt jacket I’m wearing here.)

And because you know I couldn’t narrow my favorites down to just two outfits, stay tuned this week – I’ll be sharing more fall finds from Walmart that you won’t want to miss.

xoxo

Scoop denim and graphic tee; Free Assembly plaid shirt jacket; Time & Tru handbag; Scoop sandals

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

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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

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