My Go-To Look: The White T-Shirt Edition
In my closet, you can find all sorts of articles of clothing. From snakeskin pants to red booties, to pops of orange, and about everything in between, my closet is truly one of my most prized possessions. Although these fashionable and exotic clothing pieces are fun to wear, I find myself always going back to one thing: my favorite white t-shirt. Let’s be real, it’s all fun and games until you are scrambling to find something to wear in the morning, while you are running late to that meeting, class, or coffee date (goodness gracious, I have been there way too many times)! It is that exact reason that I keep coming back to my sacred white t-shirt. It is effortless but chic, you can dress it up or down, and it truly stands the test of time (it just never goes out of style, I have had mine for five years). People always ask me how to look put together from day to day without going crazy trying to find that perfect outfit in your closet. Here is my answer: wear the same white t-shirt in multiple ways, as different outfits. For the people who are about dying inside thinking of the word “outfit repeater” I am here to tell you, wearing the same shirt, while changing the other pieces of clothing you are wearing and adding accessories is called innovation (and I like to call it being a babe on a budget)!
So for those looking to amp up your style by not spending another dime on your wardrobe, take a look at these five outfits I created with the same white t-shirt.
Look #1: The Cheetah Girl
Shirt: Aritzia (Store)/ Sunday Best (Brand)
Skirt: No Rest For Bridget (Store)/ CottonCandy LA (Brand)
Jacket: Nordstrom (Store)/ Trouvé (Brand)
Shoes: Target
Accessories: Hat- Cedros Soles Boutique, Sunglasses- Express
Look #2: The Girl Next Door
Shirt: Aritzia (Store)/ Sunday Best (Brand)
Dress: Van De Vort (Store)/ Lost + Wander (Brand)
Shoes: Target
Accessories: Sunglasses- Ray Ban
Look #3: The Sophisticated & Sassy Woman
Pants: Urban Outfitters (Store)/ Silence + Noise (Brand)
Blazer: Bershka
Shoes: Nordstrom (Store)/ Vince (Brand)
Accessories: Sunglasses- Ray Ban
Look #4: The Back to Basics
Shirt: Aritzia (Store)/ Sunday Best (Brand)
Jeans: Artizia (Store)/ Levi’s (Brand)
Shoes: Nordstrom (Store)/ Nike (Brand)
Accessories: Ascot- Van De Vort, Sunglasses- Express
Look #5: The Trendy Chick
Shirt: Aritzia (Store)/ Sunday Best (Brand)
Dress: Topshop
Shoes: Nordstrom (Store)/ Rebecca Minkoff (Brand)
Accessories: Hat- Nordstrom Rack, Sunglasses- Ray Ban, Earrings- Van De Vort
Five simple yet trendy looks, one white t-shirt, and you are ready for the runway of your day-to-day life!
xxx,
Nicolina Taylor
Photography by Hunter Crespo and Lauren Justus
Let's Talk Shopping: Where I Shop
A couple of weeks ago, my good friend asked me where I shop. I thought to myself that the reason I created this blog was so that people would be inspired by my fashion and get ideas of how to put different pieces together. but then It dawned on me that I have never written a post on where I shop! So here is a list (both inexpensive and expensive) of boutiques and shops that I simply love. PS. I have ALWAYS been a big advocate for shopping local to not only have a unique style but to help out the local businesses!
For those who call San Diego home:
Van De Vort - boutique serving the finest bohemian brands, chic shoes, and pieces that can jazz up any outfit. (PRICES: on the more expensive side, but YOU can find things for under $100)
Mabels - family owned boutique that sells both babY and women's clothes and CARRIES all locally-made jewelry. Half of my closet is Mabels because I worked at this amazing spot for a little over two years! I might be biased, but go check it out! (PRICES: ON THE MORE EXPENSIVE SIDE, BUT DEFINITELY HAS A GOOD SELECTION OF AFFORDABLE Pieces)
Cedros soles - best shoes ever, not to mention they have every type of clothing, JEWELRY, AND accessory ever! i have yet to leave cedros soles empty handed. DID I MENTION IT IS RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET FROM MABELS? WIN WIN! (PRICES: DEFINITELY ON THE MORE EXPENSIVE SIDE, BUT EVERYTHING IS AMAZING QUALITY AND WILL LAST A LIFETIME. I TEND TO BE OKAY SPENDING MORE MONEY ON TIMELESS PIECES BECAUSE THEY DON'T GO OUT OF STYLE)
For my online shoppers:
- Revolve (I get most of my formal attire here)
- Lulus (great prices, VERY AFFORDABLE)
- Princess polly (great prices)
- Lovers and Friends (ON THE EXPENSIVE SIDE)
- Jet Set Diaries (ON THE EXPENSIVE SIDE)
- REFORMATION (PRICEY, BUT THEY ARE HUGE ON SUSTAINABILITY AND PRIDE THEMSELVES ON BEING ECO-FRIENDLY)
- 31 BITS (THE CUTEST JEWELRY, MADE BY WOMEN ARTISANS AROUND THE GLOBE. I'M ALL ABOUT THE FASHION FOR A CAUSE kind of COMPANIES)
FOR MY GIRLS WHO LIKE TO TRY ON BEFORE THEY PURCHASE:
- Free people (always find something I love here AND LOTS OF AFFORDABLE PIECES, you just have to look)
- Nordstrom (DO I EVEN HAVE TO EXPLAIN MYSELF? THERE IS SIMPLY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN NORDSTROM)
- For Love and Lemons (VERY PRICEY, BUT I AM OBSESSED WITH THE UNIQUE STYLES THEY COME OUT WITH. THEY ARE ALWAYS PUSHING THE TRENDS)
- Stone Cold Fox (EXPENSIVE BUT AMAZING QUALITY)
- Planet Blue (HAVE EVERYTHING FROM GRAPHIC TEES, TO JEANS, TO THE MOST INTRICATE DRESSES. ON THE MORE EXPENSIVE SIDE, BUT I ALWAYS FIND SOMETHING I LIKE WHEN I GO)
- Show Me your Mumu (FUN PATTERNS AND LOUD PIECES THAT WILL HAVE PEOPLE STARING AT YOU AS SOON AS YOU WALK IN THE DOOR)
THESE ARE NOT THE ONLY SHOPS I BUY MY CLOTHES AT BUT JUST A FEW OF MY FAVORITES. FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SPECIFIC AND NEED SOME HELP ON WHERE TO LOOK!
XXX,
NICOLINA
PS. THE PICTURE BELOW ARE ALL MY OOTD'S AND OOTN'S FROM MY TRIP TO ITALY. I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE FUN TO COMPILE THEM IN ONE PICTURE TO GIVE SOME FASHION INSPIRATION FOR DAILY LOOKS, HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Sunglasses: Anthropologie
Earrings: Francesca's
Necklace: Anthropologie
My Favorite Summer Trend: Sundresses
Let's talk trends of the summer! Both in San Diego and in Los Angeles it has been crazy hot. Like I'm talking step outside and you are immediately sweating kind-of-hot. Anyway, this summer heat has got me to really step out of the box with my fashion, to be both comfortable and cute. Below you will find my go-to outfit these past couple of weeks: sundresses. i mean c'mon, dresses are so versatile. They can be worn for a barbecue with the family, shopping with the friends, or even a picnic at the beach during sunset with your man. whether you pair them with some chunky sneakers, some cat-eyed sunglasses, or layer on the JEWELRY, SUNDRESSES will help you beat the heat while also making the streets your very own personal runway. with that being said, here are some of my looks wearing sundresses:
xxx,
Nicolina
Outfit #1:
Dress: auguste the label (van de vort)
hat: street market in italy
shoes: j-slides (cedros soles)
jewlery: pendant necklace (anthropologie), star necklace (cedros soles)
outfit #2:
dress: planet blue
jacket: pistola denim (van de vort)
shoes: rebecca minkoff (nordstrom)
sunglasses: ray-ban
jewlery: necklace (31 bits)
outfit #3:
dress: olivaceous (mabels clothing boutique)
sunglasses: express clothing
jewlery: necklace (nordstrom)
San Diego Winter
Romper: NAKED ZEBRA
Shoes: SANDRO PARIS
Handbag: PEPE JEANS
ACCESSORIES: WRAP CHOKER (PAMELA HANNON DESIGNS), HAT (something special)
I have to be honest, rompers are a real pain in the you know what. I really don’t love to wear them because I pee every 20 seconds and I’d rather not have to take off all my clothes when I need to go to the bathroom. Too much information? Probably, but we are all friends here. Anywho, I saw this romper and i just HAD to get it. Not only does it hug you in all the right places, but it is actually the most comfortable thing ever! I could sleep in it (not kidding). I have worn it to New Year’s Eve shenanigans, formal events with some nicer shoes, and even to the beach with my swimsuit underneath. It is an all occasion romper. So yes, I might not love rompers, but this one is just a must. Get the details above!
xxx, nicolina
Cozy UP
Jeans: Paige jeans
Sweater: urban outfitters
Accessories: RING (TERESSA LANE JEWELRY), CHOKER (SWIRL BOUTIQUE), clutch (MABELS)
I love a good off-the-shoulder shirt/sweater. I truly believe that this look, looks amazing on everyone and brings out the most beautiful you! This look is perfect for that special date night or a girls night out. The black jeans are Paige Jeans, and although a little pricier, they are my go- to. Pair with a graphic tee, a cute tank, or even a dressy shirt. these gems will make the look go from cute to fab. Look below to get the full look!
XXX, NICOLINA
Update: Currently In Love With Bell Sleeves
Jeans: MAdewell
Top: Olivaceous
Shoes: dolce vita
Accessories: necklace (mabels boutique), rings (Gorjana)
Okay so I don’t know about you, but I seriously love a good bell sleeve. I think they are fun and give the outfit a little more pizazz. Also, someone asked me the other day what some staple items they could buy that could be paired with everything. My answer? White jeans. Mine are from Madewell and I absolutely love the way they fit! My black bell sleeve shirt is actually a dress but I love making clothes into different styles for a new look. See the full outfit and what I’m wearing below.
xxx, nicolina
