My "Dream Dress" Weekend

I hope everyone had a good weekend! Mine was great :-) I spent it doing my hair, cleaning up my room, went to dinner with a friend, and then church Sunday with my fiance'. I also have the best news---Sunday afternoon, my family and I went dress shopping and I found my dream dress. I cried like a baby when I put it on and saw myself in the mirror. I knew I HAD TO HAVE IT! I'd been dreaming about that dress since the first time I saw it. So I knew it had to be THE ONE. I never thought I would get emotional over a dress but, you never know until you are in the moment.

With that huge purchase out of the way, I can breathe a bit easier and focus on the little things that will go into the wedding. Finding my dress was the highlight of my weekend and I must say my family (mom, dad, grandma and little sis) were so supportive. They sat there as I tried on gown after gown. I have the best family, ever. I cannot wait until my wedding day *blushing*

I also saw my girl Cortnie from, Style Lust pages this weekend. I picked up an order for myself, as well as a few other clutches for Christmas gifts. She has two new bags on her Etsy site. To see them, click HERE or HERE. She is such a sweetheart :-)

Below are pics I wore to church, as well as Sunday afternoon to go dress hunting. Enjoy!

Blessings :-)

~Nic

  Dress: INC {Macy's}

Boots: Bakers

Clutch: Thrifted

Earrings: Charming Charlie

Blouse: Thrifted

Jeans: Thrifted {Old Navy}

Flats: Nordstrom

Suede Jacket: Thrifted

Clutch: Thrifted

100(+) Followers = GIVEAWAY TIME!!

As promised, I am posting to let you all know about my 100 (+) follower giveaway!

I started my blog back in March and really started it on a whim. My (now) fiance' suggested I get back into writing, which is my #1 passion. But I just didn't know what to write about. After brainstorming and whatnot, we both figured a blog of my fashion likes, outfits and purchases would be cool. Skeptical at first, I debated back and forth. I have had a blog before but never stuck with it. It was like a blog of my poetry and writings. Anyway, I NEVER knew there was such a large community of "fashion/style bloggers" until I really began blogging. I also reached out to a few people to help me get stared, again on a whim. I wasn't sure if I would get a response but, they were SO kind and really confirmed that I should just go for it and give it a try. Sooo, I want to thank Vanessa at Simply Chic, Jenn with Style My Fashion, Prissy over at Rush Our Fashion, Cortnie with StyleLust Pages, and Corie from Its My Taste.Thanks for answering my MANY questions about blogging and for basically talking to a stranger, lol. I really appreciate it :-)

Now onto what I am giving away and how you can enter to win these GREAT items below. The first item is a handmade clutch by Cortnie (visit her Etsy shop HERE). You have seen her clutches on my page before and believe me when I say, you will want to get your hands on this clutch! Inside the bag will be a recent purchase I made of a pair of black studs from Amuse in Tysons Corner (VA), and some surprise nail polishes (BRAND NEW).

 The rules are simple: (1) Follow my Facebook page HERE  and (2) comment below with your email address below. That's it! I wish you all the best of luck and I will announce and contact the winner on Friday, December 16th by 9pm. Giveaway ends on Friday , December at 6pm.

Take care!

~Nic

{the Elizabeth clutch from Love, Cortnie---see other images HERE}

{Black, Sparkle Studs also seen HERE}

{2 BRAND NEW polishes}

Windy Mess & Something Different

Hey followers! Let me just say that today was SOOO windy. I was trying to take pics outside and the wind was literally making me angry. LOL. You ever try to get that "wind in you hair" pic? Well, I tried and failed! There went my idea for a bunch of outdoor photos. I did manage to get one good one, but finished the rest inside.

Although I have posted this outfit on my page before, (outfit seen HERE) I wanted to do something different and try out my new heels. I usually grab flats because they're without a doubt more comfy to me than heels. But, I wanted to jazz it up a bit so, heels it was. I really love these new shoes. They're VERY comfy and just adorable for this season. I also carried another Love, Cortnie original. I just LOVE the pattern of this clutch.

Enjoy the pics and have a great holiday weekend! Save some turkey for me ;-)

~Nic

Sweater: Micheal Kors

Leggings: Target

Shoes: DSW (Kelly & Kate, $11.97)

Wrap: NY & Co.

Clutch: Love, Cortnie

Watch: Charming Charlie

New Beginnings & Lovely Weather...

What a lovely day in MD!! The temps were like 67 and I was lovin' it!! I hope everyone had a good day.

This is my first day OFF on a Monday night in I don't know how long. I start my new gig in a week so I am taking this week to get prepared for my career move ;-) I will also be working hard this week packing up my fiance's apartment. He is moving about 5 mins from where I am now and we will eventually be living there together, once married (Dec. 2012). I am SO excited and ready for all of these changes in my life. I am just feeling blessed & ready to cease these opportunities.

Enjoy the outfit post, and special shout out to Cortnie from StyleLust pages. I am rocking the Ashleigh clutch today. I have gotten so many compliments while wearing this clutch too! Thanks again Cortnie (xoxo)!

~Nic

P.S. Photos taken form my phone; bare with my while I get my camera situation fixed ;-)

The Past Few Days...In Pictures

Happy hump day!

My days have been super busy lately but, I did want to share a few outfits and goodies with you. As far as my outfits, I have been doing the simplest thing lately. Throwing on a pair of leggings and a tee, a sweater and dressing it up with some accessories. The weather has been so unpredictable here in MD so, my outfit options are the same, lol.

Special shout out to Cortnie from, StlyeLust. She is the sweetest person and SO talented. Thanks so much for the clutches and I will be ordering from you again, very soon ;-) Check out her blog HERE and check out her handmade clutches HERE. They're amazing!

Enjoy the rest of your week & be blessed!

~Nic

{TUESDAY}

Sweater: Thrifted

SW Jeans: Marshalls

Tee: Target

Flats: Bakers

(IDK why my face looks like this, LOL...)

{THURSDAY}

Hat: Purchased at hat stand in ATL

(also seen HERE)

Tee: Target

Leggings: Target

Sweater: INC

Purse: Matt & Nat

Scarf: Gifted

GOODIES FROM, CORTNIE

THRIFTED FROM GOODWILL

Green Skirt: $4.50

Pink Pants: $5.00