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New Blog!! This One is Closed!

2017-05-04T10:51:00.003-04:00

Hey guys, just wanted to let you know that this blog is officially closed and done! The good news is I've started a "new" blog called "Curls and a Camera". Everything is pretty much the same, it's mostly just a switch in name. I felt like I wanted to use a name that embodies the tone of my blog by just the title alone. You may not know, but my "trademark" has always been my big curly/kinky hair and the fact that I'm always taking pics. So the new name matches perfectly! Anyway head over to Curls and a Camera--HERE. Make sure to add it to your RSS feed readers, etc!!

Be sure to note my name change on other social media sites:

Instagram: @curlsandacamera_

Twitter: @curlsandacamera

Facebook: www.facebook.com/curlsandacamera

Catch you on the other side!

xoxo,

Nik

Statement Shoe

2017-03-29T10:50:00.001-04:00

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Top - HERE // Jeans - Levis (old) // Shoes - HERE

Nothing can take a pretty simple outfit and kick it up a notch like a statement shoe. When I first saw these shoes on Zara.com, I did not hesitate buying them on the spot. Now, ya'll know I love me some boho chic stuff...

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Authentic

2017-03-01T06:49:00.000-05:00

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T-Shirt // Jeans // Shoes

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Overalls

2017-02-01T06:29:00.001-05:00

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OVERALLS // BOOTS // TOP // BRACELETS // GLASSES

I posted this top picture on my Instagram yesterday, but thought that I should turn it into a blog post, just in case anyone wanted to know where to get these overalls. They are the cutest and the fit is perfect. I have a thing for wearing cropped flared pants with ankle booties, so when I saw these overalls on ASOS (which also happened to be on sale), I had to snap them up. I've also cut an old pair of bootlegged jeans I've been holding onto into a pair of "cropped flares" as well. You guys should try out the look, it's so chic!

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Buffalo

2016-12-20T21:57:00.002-05:00

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Oh hey!!

2016-12-14T19:28:00.001-05:00

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Hey guys! Yea, yea...you know me, so it's been a while. I know I've gotten so sporadic with my posting, but I'm still here! I was on a roll for a while, but I blame the colder weather for the slow-down. I'm less inspired to go outside (where the best lighting is) at just the right time for the best possible photos. I don't do well with cold. So I find myself enjoying taking casual pics (like the one above) for Instagram over this blogger grind. So please, if you don't follow me on Instagram--please do! I will still be posting here on occasion and sharing things I feel "blog worthy", but I'm starting to think I may be wayyy more interesting on IG. *wink*

Hope all is well!

The Greatest

2016-11-15T09:15:00.001-05:00

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SHIRT - HERE

JEANS - HERE (my fave pair of jeans)

Nothing is easier to pull off than a graphic tee and a pair of jeans. Over-the-knee boots add a little edge, and you're ready to seize the day!

#ImWithHer

2016-11-08T13:24:00.001-05:00

Go out and be counted today!

Fit Life

2016-11-04T10:45:00.002-04:00

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Did you go workout today?

I'm actually heading to the gym right after I finish typing up this blog post. I'm currently wearing my latest Fabletics outfit, and loving it.

Just a little "fit life" motivation for you guys on this lovely Friday.

(If you'd like to give Fabletics a try with your first outfit for $15, use my link HERE!)

2 PC Thigh & Leg

2016-10-28T09:10:00.000-04:00

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2 PC Set - H&M // Boots

Happy Friday, ya'll!! I decided to throw up a quick blog post of this Aztec print 2 PC set I snagged from H&M almost a year ago. I'm just now getting around to wearing it. It's made of a heavy woven material, like that Mexican poncho kind of material, if you know what I mean. If you didn't know, H&M has been offering up various 2 PC set style outfits here-and-there for a while now, and they are always on point! I like them because they are "instant outfits", kind of like rompers but with no bathroom difficulties. *wink*

(By the way, I this set is no longer sold, but I did find a size 8 for sale on eBay, HERE.)

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Drop it Low

2016-10-21T07:30:00.000-04:00

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DRESS // SHOES (Zara, old)

...that waist, that is. Fell in love with this leaf print when I saw it! I love that the color scheme makes what could be a "summer print" go right along with autumn. I also don't own any drop waist dresses. It is surprisingly a flattering style! Anyway, you can find it in my shop--> HERE.

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Blouse

2016-10-13T08:18:00.001-04:00

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BLOUSE // JEANS // BOOTS // SUNGLASSES

I've always associated blouses with fall/winter. I'm not sure why, since there are summer blouses. There's just something about a nice long-sleeved blouse in a rich color. Oh, and if it has a bow--that's even better!

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Navy Stripes

2016-09-16T08:00:00.000-04:00

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Top - HERE // Jeans - H&M (old) // Booties - HERE // Bag - Old Navy (old) Shades - HERE

Yay, for Friday!

The hubs and I have no big plans this weekend. There are a few things going on here in ATL like Music Midtown. We're not partaking tho, even though I'd really love to see the band, Twenty One Pilots. I think we plan to hit up a monthly party that's been going strong here in Atlanta since before I moved here over 8 years ago---Old School Saturdays! I remember going to this party with my girls back in the day, which we considered as being full of "old fogies", and us being the youngest chicks there stealing the show. My how the tables turn! I'm just going to be happy to be hearing some music that I actually know the words to!

Anyway, have a great weekend!

Dîner en Blanc ATL

2016-09-14T11:27:00.001-04:00

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This past weekend, the hubs and I had the pleasure of attending "Diner en Blanc" here in Atlanta. The event "Diner en Blanc" is an all white dinner party that happens in different cities all over the world. I won't go through the back story on it, and there is a back story...but all I can say is the night was magical! I have to admit, it is a hard ticket to get--but if you get the chance, you should definitely go if it makes it to your city! To read up on the history of "Diner en Blanc", go HERE.

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Kimono + Booties

2016-09-09T09:03:00.000-04:00

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Kimono - Forever 21 // Jeans - Paige // Booties - Lucky Brand // Necklace - belleza blu

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Transition

2016-08-24T11:20:00.000-04:00

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Black Floral 2PC Set - HERE // Booties - HERE

Fall is in the air. Yes, the high temps here in Atlanta are still in the 90's...BUT in the mornings, you can feel Fall trying to creep in. There's a slight coolness there, that wasn't before. I hate to admit it (because I'm such a summer time girl), but I welcome it. This summer has been pretty extreme, and I have to admit that I'm starting to look forward to Fall clothing.

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Dusty Rose

2016-08-15T10:01:00.000-04:00

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TOP // JEANS (Zara, old), similar on sale!// SHOES (old), similar

Hey guys! Did you have a good weekend? I did. Saturday, I had an epic workout at the gym and then later that evening, a really nice date night with the hubster. I wore this "dusty rose" colored embroidered peasant top on our night on the town. It was so hot and since we were just going to tool around downtown Atlanta, which would include some walking, I knew this air-y top would be perfect. I actually got a couple compliments from strangers on it. Make sure to snap one up HERE.

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99 Problems, but...

2016-08-11T13:22:00.002-04:00

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Sometimes we, as people, get overly caught up in stuff that doesn't concern us. At times it's hard minding your own business especially when others put so much out there in these social media streets...

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One Shoulder

2016-08-03T08:09:00.001-04:00

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Get the Look (click links):: TOP // SHADES // SHOES

She said "Hola, como estas? She said "Konichiwa!"... Good morning, readers. That darn song was playing after I'd dropped my kids off at school, and of course it will now stay stuck in my head for the next 4 hours. Speaking of school, I just have to say....YAY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL! Here in Atlanta, some of the school districts start school quite a bit earlier, but my kids also get a lot of days off during the year as well. Makes it great for squeezing in family vacays all throughout the year, instead of having to wait for summer.

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White Oak

2016-07-28T07:30:00.000-04:00

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So this past weekend, Atlanta Downtown Restaurant Week kicked off. I had found out about it on Facebook, and immediately knew that we would participate in it on our weekly date night. After quickly checking the website, me and hubs decided on White Oak Kitchen. The Yelp reviews were good and the hipster-ish name drew me in.

We were out and about on Saturday fairly early for a brewery tour, so we arrived for a slightly earlier-than-usual-for-a-Saturday-night dinner, which is why it may look a little empty in my photos. I have to say, I love the decor. It has all of these wood accents (of course) and has a huge wall of tall windows. All of the natural light gives the place such a nice vibe, not to mention, it's perfect for taking food pictures.

During Atlanta Downtown Restaurant Week, participating restaurants put together a special prix-fixe menu at a fixed price that includes 3 or 4 courses. The price is always a steal for what you're getting and it's such a great way for diners to become aquainted with the restaurant and it's food! That is really the purpose of "restaurant weeks" in general--to get people inside these restaurants to discover or re-discover their offerings.

Because, I'm no bonafide restaurant critic, I will quickly let you know what we ordered. I ordered the watermelon salad, chicken, and of course, the chocolate pot de créme. Hubs ordered the tomato salad, pork, and the same dessert. We both added the accompanying wine pairings as well. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meals. From the salads (hub's salad was the winner), to the entrées (tie), down to the dessert (same). The wine pairings, also, perfectly complimented each course.

I also would like to mention that the service was impeccable, including the sommelier!

So, if you live in the Atlanta area or are visiting, go have dinner at White Oak Kitchen, or drinks even at their beautiful but cozy bar. I also recommend you try as many other restaurants as you can during ADRW, that's what me and the hubs plan to do!

White Oak Kitchen
270 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30303

White Tribal Dress

2016-07-25T07:54:00.001-04:00

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DRESS // PURSE // SHOES // BRACELET // NECKLACE

"Rasta Barbie", "Mocha-hontas"--all of the cliché names, I've been referring to myself as since I've put these Marley twists in my hair. I love them!! And it only took me 2-3 hours to put them in. Yea, they are a bit sloppy, in my opinion, but this was my first time, so I'm not to concerned. I'm just happy to be taking a breather from doing my hair.

In this post, I'm wearing this white tribal print dress, I currently have stocked in my store. I wore it on Saturday for a "date day" with the hubs. We went to one of Atlanta's local breweries, Orpheus Brewing--went on the brewery tour and sampled some beer. It's also Atlanta Downtown Restaurant Week, so we tried out a new downtown area restaurant, as well. I will be doing a separate post on that restaurant later in the week.

This dress is one of my favorite dresses in the store. It's super light and air-y (which is great for this record-breaking heat), without being see-through. Of course, the strappy back is the cherry on top. I have limited quantities, so get it while you can!

Happy Monday!

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I'm linking up with: Pink Sole, CaryLee & Jenna Marie, Carly, and Cherie

Tie-Dye Tube

2016-07-08T07:00:00.000-04:00

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DRESS // NECKLACE (w/matching earrings) // SHOES // SUNGLASSES

Hey guys, I'm sitting here trying to find inspiration for this blog post, but I'm just not in a word-y mood. In light of recent events (#AltonSterling and #PhilandoCastile killings, and now shootings in Dallas), I'm in a somber mood and I'm just going to allow myself to be. But I still wanted to get these latest outfit pictures up, so...

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The Weekend + Princi

2016-07-05T08:56:00.000-04:00

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This past Saturday, the hubs and I went on a date night and decided to have dinner at Princi. It's a fairly new restaurant in Midtown (Atlanta). We've walked past it a few times, because we tend to hangout in the Midtown area, and we've always took note on how quaint it looked, especially the patio.

I won't go into full "food critic" mode, but I just thought I'd share that we really enjoyed our time there. The food was great, and the ambiance couldn't be beat. I had the Chicken Piccata and the hubs had Branzino.

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Teal Wrap Dress

2016-06-27T08:33:00.002-04:00

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DRESS // SHOES, similar

I love wrap dresses. Have I ever told you guys that? I do...because it's one of the easiest and most flattering style of dress for ALL body types. They also have this "classy" feel to them....even if it only cost you 20 bucks...like in this case.

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Indian

2016-06-17T07:47:00.001-04:00

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DRESS / SANDALS

I'm in love with anything tie-dye. I can't remember a time when I wasn't automatically drawn to tie-dyed clothing. I'm not really talking the retro, rainbow tie-dyed t-shirts. That's pretty typical. I like articles of clothing that "dress up" the casual, hippy vibe of it.

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