Insta Monday

Happy Monday friends!!!

I had a very LONG weekend, but it was full of fun, good times and friends. I attended my good friend Bre's bridal shower/bachelorette party and had a great time. I mentioned HERE that her theme was Sex and the City and I was debating on what to wear. I finally decided on a completely different outfit than I'd planned. Isn't that how it always goes?? LOL! I decided to go for an orange, tribal dress and nude pumps. It was SO Miranda. And guess what??? I won best dressed!!! How fun :-) I will show the full outfit this week but here is a sneak peak of what's to come, as well as some fun pics from that night.

This is what I wore for the shower; we wore all black to the party :-)

Some of the girls at the party!

BRE, the bride-to-be, and her adorable baby Makalya :-)

*DIY T-Shirt I Bligned out for the Bride-to-Be* 

(front)

(back)

*DIY charm bracelet*

*A few goodies I put in her gift basket*

I also wanted to share my recent Love, Cortnie puchase with you, as well as one of my fave looks from last week. I LOVE my colorful jeans and the fit is so perfect! I have a green pair as well and I can't wait to wear those!

Enjoy the pics and ttys. Be blessed!

Denim: Style & Co.

Top: Tommy Hilfiger

Bag: Thrifted (NY)

Necklace: Thrifted

Aztec Clutch: Love, Cortnie

Get yours, HERE.

FBF: Down to Business

Happy Friday people!! You already know its time for FBF so I will make this short and sweet. 

I am LOVING both looks, as well as my own creations. Garcelle Beauvais is always so classy and chic, while Wendy Raquel Robinson is sassy and always fashion forward. In my mind, the first look is appropriate for a holiday/special event party for work. Not too many frills, but just enough color and bling to make a statement. The second look I adore; its very me. I say this because its fashion forward, yet with the pop of green and the grey slacks, I feel that it makes the look reflects personal style. It's more than your basic "leopard and black" and I like that. I can definitely see this as a day look for the office, as well as an after work dinner/happy hour look. Which is YOUR fave??? 

Have a blessed weekend and be safe!

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Business Foward by nicjames featuring a high heel

A Pop of Green by nicjames featuring gold bangles

Insta-Pics (The Week & Weekend)

The Princess Diaries ;-)

1. Taylor's Spa/Sleepover B-day party

2. Another Princess Appearance at the Miss MD Pageant 

(Taylor was chosen by Miss Baltimore, her mentor/pageant coach, to be one of her Princesses)

1. Taylor receiving her Princess Crown

(with Miss MD Outstanding Teen, Miss Historic MD, Miss Baltimore, Miss Cumberland & Miss MD)

2. Miss Baltimore & Her Princesses

3. Silly Faces ;-)

4. Taylor & Mommy, who is rocking her Love, Cortnie clutch :-)

1. Taylor at The Miss MD Pageant

(she is one of  Miss Baltimore's Princesses)

2. Taylor & Harlynn

(my good friends daughter; they came with us on Friday Night)

1. Me with my "Team Viki" Pin (Miss Baltimore)

2. Taylor and her other friends/Princesses 

3. Taylor and a Princess friend 

The Outfits

1. Worn last Sunday (Father's Day) to the Miss MD opening Festivities

2. Outfit worn to work/class (thrifted top, 2nd Avenue)

3. Worn to the Miss MD Pageant Preliminaries on Weds. night

Lounging around the house Sunday

(thrifted top, 2nd Avenue)

Worn Monday...*side note: I'm taking this outfit with me to FL for sure!!*

The Beginning of Summer...

Hey there!!! How was your weekend??? Mine was rather busy, but what's new right?? LOL! I spent most of Friday working and preparing for my my little sisters Princess Party that we hosted at the house. She had all of her friends/Princesses over as a celebratory event. They will be going to Orlando, FL to compete the week of July 4th and needless to say, they are super excited!!! 

Saturday, the fiance' and I spent the Day in Delaware shopping---market, thrifting, and the mall. I must say my babe know me very well because I found some amazing items at this outdoor/indoor flea market called, Spence's Bizzare. I always love to find unique treasures and vintage pieces at flea markets and thrift shops. When I got to the mall, I was more on a mission to find certain items (i.e. maxi dress, skinny jeans, running shoes, and a LBD). I was successful, and then some!!! LOL I found what is easily the most comfortable dress I own, which has to be my favorite purchase. I actually wore it today during my Ladies Brunch. It's SUPER colorful and the fit is perfect! (pics below)

Today, my girls and I met at Rusty Scupper in downtown Baltimore. I planned the gathering because it's been awhile since I've been around all of my girls at once. I promised myself that before the wedding, I would plan events here and there just so we can all hang out continue to build on our great relationships. I have such a diverse and interesting group of friends and when we all get together, its thee best time! I am truly blessed and thankful :-)

Enjoy the pics and I hope you all have a GREAT Monday! Make sure you check back tomorrow for a special guest feature!! If you have natural hair or are thinking of going natural, you will LOVE what's coming!!!

Be blessed! 

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Friday Night

*lil Sis & her fellow princesses....& she and her Director*

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Saturday

*dressing room goodies*

Floral/Pleated Dress: American Rag (Macy's)

*shoe craze!*

Both Men's Shoes: Aldo

Purple & Neon Sneakers: Reebok

(my new running/workout shoe)

Rings: Spence's Bizarre (Dover, Delaware) 

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Sunday

Me & My Lovely Ladies at Sunday Brunch

Maxi: Macy's

Earrings: Thrifed (2nd Avenue)

Clutch: Love, Cortnie

Bracelet: Bakers

Ring: Bakers

FBF: Diddy & J. Alba

HAPPY FRIDAY!!!! We made it through another week---amen!! ;-) Today's FBF features Diddy & Jessica Alba. Both looks, I love. I decided to pick Diddy because he is always so fresh and fly when he hits a red carpet. I tried to do the female version of his look. What do you think? Would Diddy approve...LOL.

I always love Jessica Alba's casual looks so, here is yet another one. She looks great in her colorful blazer and skinny's. This was a simple look and something that I would definitely wear. Side note: Ever since Jessica has become a mother, her style has really evolved. Dontcha think?

Which look is your fave; which would look would you more than likely want to wear?

Fresh & Clean by nicjames featuring slim jeans

Pink & Blue by nicjames featuring printed scarves

FBF: Polka Dots & Leopard

Soooooo, guess what? Today is FRIDAY!!!! I am so ready to start the weekend. I have a few things planned. I'm most looking forward to chilling out and maybe doing some thrifting while in Delaware. The fiance' and I are headed to his hometown to attend a baby shower. I asked if we could stop by a few thrift stores and he agreed. So, hopefully, we will have time to do so.  

As you know, today on the blog its Facebook Friday! I picked two fun looks to recreate; one with polka dots, the other with leopard and color. Of course, I threw my own spin on both looks---wouldn't be me if I didn't ;-) I'm really feeling both trends this season and I'm currently on the hunt for the perfect polka dot dress, and some leopard pants (suggestions welcome)! Are you into these trends for Spring/Summer 2012? Which look(s) can you see yourself wearing? 

Enjoy the pics and have a blessed day!

Polka Dots by nicjames featuring j brand jeans

Color & Leopard by nicjames featuring a pink silk blouse

Pin-spirations

Morning loves, rise & shine :-) I hope you had a good Monday! Below are pics that I've gathered, thanks to Pinterest, that I've seen and 'pinned' over the past few weeks. I am quickly becoming addicted to pinning, as are most of my fellow blogger and friends. It's the best! Are any of YOU on Pinterest? What are some of you fave pins?? I find myself pulling out my phone to see what I pinned while I'm shopping...it's wonderful inspiration while on-the-go! I separated the pics into categories and for one reason or another, when I saw the pics, I was instantly inspired. Feel free to follow me on Pinterest, HERE. I also share some of my pins HERE as well so take you pick or follow me both places ;-) Enjoy and have a blessed day ;-)

~Nic

*Home-spiration *

*Shoe-spiration* 

*Food-spiration*

*Style-spiration*

*Random-spiration*