Recently while on the online hunt for all the spring things, this little sarong-like skirt caught my eye on the Free People site.  I immediately added to cart but then kept it there for a few days because it’s admittedly a bit of a splurge.  Well I finally pulled the trigger and am so happy that I did.  It’s surprisingly versatile paired with a lightweight sweater and booties or a favorite faux leather jacket for now and then sandals and beachy accessories later once the weather warms up.  (See below.)

It’s predictably super comfy, and I find it runs true to size.  Now, if I can only convince myself that I don’t need the yellow color in it too   Hope everyone is having a great week so far!

xoxo

Free People skirt;  similar bodysuit;  Blank NYC jacket;  similar booties;  Bottega handbag

Free People skirt;  similar sweater tank;  Madewell denim jacket;  Time & Tru handbag;  Amazon sandals, palm leaf hat, and 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

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

Ahh, the summer trends, friends.  While I normally try to spend sparingly on trends, this summer I can’t help myself – I want them all.  (I blame last summer’s stay-at-home lounge style.)  This year, I’m craving ALL the accessories – athletic sandals, puffy slides, woven handbags, I’ll take them all.  So today I’m rounding up some favorite splurge vs. steal finds so that we can shop those summer trends for less.  Happy shopping, gals.

xoxo

Seychelle’s slides (on left);  look for less slides (on right)

Christian Dior tote (on left);  look for less jacquard tote (on right)

Designer sandals – yellow, purple, black;  look for less slides (also available here)

Madewell saddle bag (top left);  look for less version (top right);  Madewell camera bag (bottom left);  look for less camera bag (bottom right)

Teva rainbow sandal (top left);  Teva black sandal (top right);  look for less athletic sandals

Bottega Veneta handbag (top);  look for less handbag (bottom)

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

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

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When it comes to my wardrobe, I have to admit – when I love something, I love it hard.  Gladiator sandals were in, I wore them to DEATH.  Stretchy culottes of the 2000s?  I had every color.  Comfy, cozy loungewear and all the matching sets of 2020?  You know I went all in, and I’m not ditching a single piece yet.  (In fact I’m just doubling down and grabbing more sets and comfy basics for spring, #NoRegrets.)

And in addition to the loungewear love I’ve currently got a big ole thing for jumpsuits.  (To be fair, I’ve kind of always got a thing for jumpsuits, but they’re currently in heavy rotation around here.)  It started with the tailored, strong shoulder version above and pretty much took off from there.  If you’re digging the look like I am, scroll around below for a few of my faves at a bunch of different price points, including two that are under $20.

Hope everyone has a great rest of their week!

N:Philanthropy jumpsuit;  Madewell jacket;  Golden Goose sneakers (look for less here);  Saint Laurent handbag;  Amazon bangles;  Ray-Ban sunglasses

Pistola jumpsuit;  Marc Fisher booties;  Amazon hat;  Saint Laurent handbag;  Quay sunglasses

Scoop jumpsuit;  Seychelles shoes;  Bottega Veneta handbag;  Amazon sunglasses

No Boundaries jumpsuit;  Madewell denim jacket;  Dolce Vita sneakers;  No Boundaries handbag No Boundaries jumpsuit;  Gucci handbag;  Jessica Simpson sandals

Free People jumpsuit set (LOVE the green color here);  Tory Burch shoes;  Welden handbag;  Amazon hat;  Quay sunglasses

Scoop jumpsuit

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Happy Wednesday, friends!  This morning I realized that I blinked and February was just about gone.  Just like that, it’s almost March, and in my mind, almost spring.  Wardrobe-wise, I’m SO ready for ALL things spring.  Bring on the shorts, the dresses, the sandals, and everything else in between.  And for today, here’s a little photo dump of so many looks from the last few weeks because spring or not, my favorite sneakers, loungewear, and comfy denim are here to stay.

xoxo

Pistola jeans;  Topshop tank;  Bp shacket;  Seychelles shoes;  Welden handbag;  Time & Tru hat;  Quay sunglasses

Scoop dress;  Golden Goose sneakers;  No Boundaries handbag;  Quay sunglasses

similar Daze denim;  Lou & Grey sweatshirt;  Amazon shoes;  Madewell jacket;  GiGi New York handbag;  Quay sunglasses

Scoop sweatshirt and joggers;  similar New Balance sneakers;  Quay sunglasses;  Initial necklace

Gap shorts and sweatshirt;  Nike sneakers (men’s style – size down 1.5 sizes);  bangles

similar Daze denim;  similar Scoop sweater;  Bottega Veneta handbag;  Golden Goose sneakers;  Quay sunglasses

Target shorts and sweatshirt;  Golden Goose sneakers

Pistola denim shorts;  Scoop knotted tee;  Madewell jacket;  Golden Goose sneakers

Daze denim shorts;  Carve Designs sweater;  Golden Goose sneakers

similar Daze denim;  Lou & Grey sweatshirt;  GiGi New York handbag;  Chanel necklace via Fashionphile;  Quay sunglasses

Vuori joggers;  Old Navy tee;  Madewell denim jacket;  MZ Wallace handbag;  Nike sneakers

similar Daze denim;  Amazon loafers;  H&M sweatshirt;  Bottega Veneta handbag;  Quay sunglasses

Levi’s white denim;  Carve Designs sweater;  Bottega Veneta handbag;  Amazon hat

Lou & Grey joggers;  Target half zip;  Adidas sneakers

similar Daze denim;  Target sweater;  Golden Goose sneakers;  Bottega Veneta handbag

Spanx leggings;  Splendid tee (old);  BB Dakota plaid shacket;  Golden Goose sneakers;  Quay sunglasses

Because my jogger addiction needed a reason to transition into a whole new season, I present to you the “spring jogger”.  (These are actually called “summer sweatpants” on the website, but no need to skip ahead a season.)  Now I’m no stranger to warm weather sweats, and last year I kicked it through quarantine in this little matching shorts and short-sleeved sweatshirt combo (that I now own in more colors than I care to admit) all spring and summer long.  Recently I also snagged this shorts and sweatshirt combo from Target and have been living in it.

So when I stumbled upon the “summer sweats” above and below, let’s be honest, it wasn’t a real stretch for me.  I will say though, I’m pleasantly surprised with how much I love them.  They’re so lightweight, seriously soft, and are exactly what I want to throw on with a tee or sweatshirt lately.  They currently come in two colors and run a bit big, so I’d recommend sizing down.  Sizes sold pretty quickly and tend to come in and out of stock frequently, so if you’re looking to snag a pair, just keep checking.

And with that, here’s to the weekend, friends.  Sending lots of love and prayers to Texas, Louisiana, and all those hit by the winter storms this week.  I know there is a lot of work to be done for all those affected, and if anyone knows of some great organizations doing work to help in those areas, please send them my way via email (Nikki@mystylediaries.com) or Instagram message.  Hoping for lots of sunshine ahead.

xoxo

Lou & Grey joggers;  Time & Tru tee (LOVE these tees);  Seychelles slides;  Bottega Veneta handbag;  Madewell jacket;  similar horn bangles;  Quay sunglasses;  Chanel necklace via Fashionphile;  silver layering necklace;  Amazon initial necklace

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

For the days when you want to wear sweats but feel the need to wear “real clothes” (hello, responsibilities), there’s just no beating an easy, comfy dress.  With sneakers or booties (or sandals in the spring), I love the effortlessly polished vibe that a dress gives off over your everyday jeans and sneakers, and luckily here in SoCal, we can almost wear dresses all year long.  Almost.  So today I’m rounding up six super affordable, won’t break the bank styles that you can wear now and into spring.

Dry January is almost done and California is slowly reopening, so I’m thinking I’ll be making my way to a weekend brunch in one of these dresses REAL soon.  Happy almost weekend, friends!

xoxo

Time & Tru dress;  No Boundaries handbag;  Golden Goose sneakers;  Quay sunglasses LOFT dress (use code LOVEIT for additional 60% off);  Free People boots (similar here);  Amazon handbag and hat Z Supply dress (also love the burgundy);  Marc Fisher booties;  Ferragamo handbag Red Dress boutique dress;  Dolce Vita sneakers;  Bottega Veneta handbag Scoop dress – similar print here, here and here;  Marc Fisher booties;  Blank NYC jacket