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

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

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* 

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

Seeing Purple

Hey there! So according to the title, I guess you can say  I've gone crazy for purple lately. I've never really 'liked' the color but interestingly enough, I've been wearing it a lot lately without even realizing. Isn't it funny how that happens?? Well, I must say I am a purple believer! I think I've found yet another color that I will be wearing this Spring. Also as a Ravens fan, it's only right that I rock my hometown color ;-)

What color have you been wearing a lot lately??

~Nic

Blazer: Thrifted ($3.45, with 50% off)

*worn to work/church*

Shoes: Karen Scott (Macy's)

Purse: Thrifted (seen, HERE)

Top: Thrifted ($3.50)

Oxfords: Target (also seen, HERE)

*My EBay purchase came and they are SOO comfortable!!!*