FBF: Boots & Plaid

HAPPY FRIDAY!!! What a week; whew! Am I the only one looking forward to this holiday weekend???? While I do have a busy weekend ahead, I plan on spending (most of) Sunday and Monday cihllin'. What are your plans for the weekend...?

Let's get to today's FBF. It's all about boots & plaid! When I first saw Tracee's look online, I fell in love with the dress and combat boots. I've seen this style before but never executed like Tracee. Her body fits looks amazing in the dress and the boots give the look an edge. It's perfect for the weekend and I plan to try something like this in the fall. The last look is rather simple and plain. I've done outfits on the blog before including denim and plaid; it's one of my fave combinations for the fall. Derek Luke looks great in his plaid shirt and vest, so I changed it up a bit and created a female version. This is yet another look perfect for weekends/errands.

So, which is YOUR favorite look? What can YOU see yourself wearing...combat boots or plaid??? LOL. Let me know!

Enjoy your holiday weekend and I will be sure to do the same ;-) Be blessed!

*Coming up on the blog...The first Bloggers Like Me (BLM) DMV Meetup Recap; stay tuned!!*

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Combat Gret by nicjames featuring a batwing dress

Plaid Fall by nicjames featuring pamela love jewelry

Facebook Friday: Denim & Lace

Well hello there!!! It's GREAT to be back!!! I've missed you all and I pray all has been well with you. As most of you know, I was in FL last week for my sisters national pageant. I am happy to say that she won her title and the trip was nothing short of AMAZING! I met a lot of great people, lil sis had a ball, and so did the fam. I will do an in depth post a bit later but that's a brief overview ;-)

I decided to take another week off from blogging, just to regroup in hopes to come back strong and better than ever! Sometimes is good to step away from things...it gives your mind a break and allows you to catch up on other things.

Now let's get to today's Facebook Friday! These two outfits remind me of what I wore while in FL. I was determined to be super comfy during the day because I knew I'd be running around. The first is such a classic summery look---denim, colorful bottoms and minimal jewelry. I added the oxfords and bulky watch in my recreation to give it a masculine look, yet included simple gold studs and a nude/pink lip to give it that feminine touch. The second look is another simple look to achieve. Skinny jeans are a MUST HAVE (for all seasons), and when paring it with a lace top it adds a romantic look. The animal print flats are fun, and the crochet bag screams SUMMER!

As usual, I love them both but my fave is Rachel Roy. I'm really into colorful denim/pants this season and denim is always a plus. Which is YOUR favorite???

Nude & Yellow by nicjames featuring a satchel bag

Summery Lace by nicjames featuring ballerina shoes

Facebook Friday: The Weekender Edition

Good morning friends, and HAPPY FRIDAY!!! Can you believe that its June already??? The days are just flying by, but I am definitely thankful and blessed to enter into another month.

I will keep this FBF post short and sweet today. The two looks I recreated are both looks that are PERFECT for the weekend. I really love bell bottoms and really flare jeans so the first look is right up my alley. The second look is from one of my dearest friends, Ayana. She is such a genius when it comes to designing and making clothes. She is a true fashionista and has been ever since I've know her. Oh and in case you're wondering, yes---she made her outfit ;-) I recreated her look using the red, white and blue as an inspiration. I am a huge fan of sneakers and hats so the look has my name written all over it ;-)

Which is YOUR favorite look?? Enjoy and ttys!!!...be blessed :-)

P.S You can follow Ayana on instagram (audacious_ladya) see her other designs, HERE or HERE.

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Bell Bottom Weekender by nicjames featuring michael kors handbags

Red, White & Blue by nicjames featuring new era hats

Readers Choice & The Green Dress

So, I'm done with my edition of "The Same Blue Dress". I've really enjoyed styling it in several different ways. Thanks to Lexy (Beauty Fash) for the inspiration! Below are pics of how I wore/styled the dress, each time. Now that I'm all done, what's YOUR favorite look??? If I had to decide, I would go with the denim shirt look. I was so comfortable that day. Plus, I wore my Dad's shirt and I LOVE wearing menswear from time to time---their blazers and shirts have a great structure. 

Moving on, I'd like to introduce you to my next dress series, "The Same Green Dress". Are you ready??? Scroll down to see how I styled my green dress, Day 1!!! You will see similar items form last week, but that's the whole point. LOL! I often remix items and I think its the smartest thing to do if you want to not only challenge your self, but also save time in the a.m. when getting dressed. These past couple days, I have saved A LOT of  time in the morning getting ready, thanks to this mini series/challenge. I wish I could do this everyday! 

Thanks in advance for the kind comments and encouraging words, and a HUGE XXOOO to my new followers. See that I have new blog buddies to talk to always puts a smile on my face ;-) I hope you all enjoy the pics...be blessed!!

PS I am subitting my green dress looks to The Pleated Poppy's,  What I Wore Wednesday and A Little Bit of Lacquer, Work it Wednesday! 

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Which look from last week was YOUR favorite????

*my 1st time ever wearing the blue dress was in the winter (see post HERE)*

Moving onto the Green Dress, Day I....

Dress: Marshalls

Denim Shirt: My Dad's

Shoes: Aldo

Watch: Thrifted (2nd Avenue)

Necklace: (still can't remember, LOL...)

*worn to work & to run errands*

Blue Dress, Part III

Hey there!! I hope your weekend was LOVELY!! I still can't believe how fast the weekend has gone by...where does the time go???

The following are a few snaps of one of my weekend looks. In keeping with the "Same Dress" theme from my previous post (HERE), I paired the dress with my Dad's denim shirt, bold jewelry and my fave summer sandals from Target. This outfit is so simple and comfy and has become a weekend staple look for me. Its perfect for a cool summer day, dontcha think??

Enjoy and talk to ya soon! My weekend recap post will be up next :-) Also, be sure to check HERE tomorrow for my latest thrift find from the weekend!

Dress: Marshalls

Denim Shirt: My Dad's

Necklace: Purchased this years ago...can't remember ;-)

Sandals: Target

Watch: Thrifted (2nd Avenue)

The Cutie in Denim

HAPPY SUNDAY!!! Is everyone ready for a new week? I hope that you all enjoyed your weekends. As usual, mine was a bit busy but today I was able to chill and relax today. After church service, I chilled with my babe and family and watched a bunch of DVR shows and DVD's. For me, that's a prefect day ;-) I usually show pics of my weekend via Instagram, but I will do that in my post tomorrow. Today, I wanted to show an outfit that I call, "cutie in denim". I titled it that because when we were taking these pictures, that's what my babe called me. He's such a sweetheart and always has me smiling and laughing during out "photo shoots". I also have a habit of dancing in my photos lately. One thing that most people know about me is that I LOVE music. So when I hear a good song/a good beat, I gotta move! During this time, I was listening to Beyonce's song, Countdown.

As far as my outfit, I decided to wear my hat because my hair wasn't cooperating that day (don't you hate those days, LOL). I also wore new shoes which I LOVE! My mom purchased them for me as a gift, and I plan to wear them a lot during the Spring/Summer. They can go with just about any and everything. The rest of the outfit was basically built around those two pieces.

I hope you enjoy the pics, as well as the song. Everytime I post a pic of me dancing, I am going to post the song I was groovin' to. Take care, be blessed and until tomorrow's post....XXOO!!

~Nic

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*worn to run errands & to lunch*

Hat: Purchased at a Mall in ATL (also seen, HERE)

Jacket: Calvin Klein

Top: 2nd Avenue (Thrifted Men's Shirt) 

Purse: Bakers

Shoes: Off Broadway Shoes (also seen HERE)

Watch: Charming Charlie

*Beyonce, Countdown*

Facebook Friday: Gabby Yellow & the Weekender

Here's to another FBF (Facebook Friday)! This week, I fell in love with my Friday look of the day (seen HERE), Gabrielle Union. She is a pro when it comes to simple and sexy looks. I saw her in this yellow, flowy dress and knew I had to recreate something similar. Good 'ol Polyvore allowed me to play around with color so I added some turquoise accents; LOVE it!! I found a yellow dress while thrifting a while ago and this has give me some great ideas ;-) 

I also created a weekend look as well. I am going to a (Wizards) basketball game this weekend with my babe and thought it'd be fun to create a casual, weekend look. While I don't have the red jeans (yet), I do have some leopard print sandals, a denim shirt and some sneakers. Maybe I will try and style my look as I did here. 

Enjoy the looks, and don't forget to check out my daily 'looks of the day' HERE. If you have a look you'd like to see me recreate myself or via Polyvore as inspiration, let me know! XXOO & be blessed!

~Nic

From Work to Date Nite

Hey there! Hope everyone is having a productive week :-)  Mine is going well thus far. Although the sun didn't come out as I'd hoped today, it was still a pretty day. I cannot believe that its the 2nd day of Spring already!! my does time fly. Before I get into my outfit post, I just want to thank you to everyone who commented on my latest post; your comments made me smile and I am forever appreciative.

Below are pics of my what I wore to the office yesterday. When I found out that me and the fiance were going to go out that night for a casual night out, I threw my favorite jeans in my bag and changed into them when I got off. I've always LOVED this top; it fits me very well, and the collar is the perfect neckline for me. The shoes I'm wearing are a recent gift from my Mommy. They are the perfect shoe for the workplace and the wedge makes them extra comfy! I honestly feel that I can wear them all day. Do you have a pair of shoes that you can basically live in??

Enjoy the shots and don't forget to enter my Blog Anniversary HERE. Giveaway ends Sunday at 12 midnight. Be blessed...XXOO!

~Nic

Top: Ann Taylor

Jeans: Thrifted (2nd Avenue)

Shoes: Lord & Taylor (Bandolino)

Skirt: The Avenue (Thrifted from, 2nd Avenue)

*worn to work...then to (casual) date night*

Shoes (other recent purchases)

1. Ellen Tracey (Lord & Taylor)

2. Unisa (Off Broadway Shoes)

3. Bandolino (Lord & Taylor)

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 ;-)

Weddings, Votes & Ideas...(& My 100th Post!!!)

Happy Tuesday my fellow bloggers! I hope that everyone has been doing well. I have had a crazy few days but I am thankful that I am healthy and back in the swing of things.

First, I want to thank my new followers on Nic's Picks (the blog and the facebook page). It always feels great when I see that I have new followers. After all, don't we blog so that people can connect with us and view our posts? It is truly appreciated and I can't wait to post even more!

I have recently entered my first online contest. It's thru MTV and its the Cotton 24-hour Contest. My friend brought this to my attention and suggested I do it. I was hesitant at first because I haven't really put myself out there to be voted for so to speak. But I said hey, why not? It's fun and if I win, how awesome would that be??!!

{This is the photo I used...Also seen HERE}

So with that said, here is the link if you would like to cast a vote for my comfy cotton look. Just click the link and find my name (Whitney James) and "like" the pic. That simple. The link is, http://cotton24hours.mtv.com/lookbook/ . Thanks in advance and we'll see what happens :-)

Lastly, I wanted to share a few wedding inspirational photos I've come across, without giving away too much ;-) I would love the read feedback's of what you all think and I am always open for ideas. I also post A LOT of ideas on my Facebook page which is http://www.facebook.com/#!/nicspicks. I actually have an album dedicated to 2012, which is the year we will be getting married.

Thanks in advance for the votes, ideas and follows. Take care & be blessed!!

~Nic