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Style Fam, I have been living in high waisted Jean shorts all summer. They’ve got the perfect amount of stretch and they’re an awesome length — I feel appropriately covered but still saucy. My faves are on sale for only $12 😱 Run don’t walk to snag these. Your summer outfits will thank you. I’ve linked more styles below and some cute shoes to cap off your best effortless summer shorts looks. Viva la summer! http://liketk.it/3iQGz #liketkit @liketoknow.it
I have a confession. It took me forever to get on the skinny jeans train. Back in the day, we were all wearing trouser legs, bootcuts, palazzo pants y’all. Palazzo pants! We lovvvved a big ole leg. Skinny jeans? Nah. You weren’t going to catch me out like that. But slowly, sure enough I came around. When they came out in high-rise versions, that was a game changer. I also didn’t go full on skinnies - straighter leg skinnies suited my body type better. Now I’ve come full circle. Skinny jeans follow the natural contours of your body. When that happens, it’s easier to style the other zones of your body because you’re working with what you already have. I go live every Friday on YouTube and in my Facebook group, and this past Friday someone asked a great question: Who are bootcut jeans for? We know they’re back, but not every trend is flattering on every body. Head over to my 🔗 in bio and check out my last episode. I give all the details on which body shapes should steer clear of bootcuts, and who they’re great on, plus more style and fit answers to your most pressing questions. A couple of tips to keep your shape flattered if you’re trying this trend: ⭐️ Wear a heel. Even a low block heel will give you just enough lift to get your legs back (bootcuts can make your legs appear shorter). ⭐️ Consider tucking in a tighter fitting top, yes, even if your stomach is visible. (Bodies have stomachs; promise it’s ok to see them.) Keep the layers closest to you fitted so you’ve got one long line to work with. ⭐️ Wear a longer cardigan as your overlayer/completer piece. A shacket (shirt jacket) will work well, too, to keep the look relaxed but not sloppy. Have you gotten back into bootcuts this season? What are your thoughts? I’ve linked several options in my Shop My Instagram link in my bio, including plus size options and pull on varieties. Yessss comfort. http://liketk.it/36f9Y #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKstyletip
House shoes. That is the stage of life we have entered, folks. I bought a house (my first!). Closed the Friday before Thanksgiving, and moved the day before Thanksgiving, so almost all of my shopping was totally new-house-influenced. The floors downstairs are a lovely luxury vinyl plank (all the rage with the blogging set). Guess what? They make my feet and my back hurt. Do I sound EXACTLY like my grandmother when I say that? Yes, yes I do. She's forever going on about how the hardwood floors are hard and how she needs supportive footwear *inside* the house. Now I get it. I'm fairly certain that most of aging is actually just having things your elders have said to you for years start to click. There's no new information 😂 So what did I do on Black Friday? Spent an inordinate amount of time researching washer/dryer sets (LG front-loader for the win!), robot vacuums (DM me for the tea) and typing these actual words into search engines: "orthopedic supportive slippers". Yes, we've come to that. And I'm not mad at it. 2020: The year when I needed to find supportive house shoes. Amazing! A friend recommended the ones I’m now sporting and obsessed with from Amazon. She also knew enough to forewarn me about how hideous they look. But hey, no more LVP flooring back pain. Totally worth it. I’m at an age where just looking at the bed sideways results in a pinched nerve, so I gotta look out for these things 😂 P.s. Your friendly resident stylist just gave you permission to have ugly house shoes. Listen, we get one body, and our feet are everything! I have a lot to say about what you wear outside of your house (when outside was still a thing) and those should be comfortable too, but there are some hard limits on making sure they're also stylish. House shoes, though? Knock yourself out. I’ve linked a roundup of house shoes, including a pair of fuzzy, glam numbers from Madewell, and this super cozy #joylab fleece in my @liketoknow.it profile. Head to the link in my bio to check them out. Are you a house shoe person? What did you indulge in for Black Friday? Tell me about your purchases, especially anything wild and crazy like supportive footwear 😉. #liketkit http://liketk.it/33ngO
I’m living in cozies lately? How about you? This entire look head to toe is from @targetstyle. I love how easy it is to mix and match pieces, stay comfortable, and look great. Pro tip: With a high neck sweatshirt, either wear your hair up or do a longer earring to give your face some height in opposition to that super high neckline. Voilà! Shop my looks with the @liketoknow.it app or through the Shop My Instagram link through my bio. http://liketk.it/2VzUR #liketkit
This bias-cut slip dress is giving me major 90s vibes but I am here for it! Also proud to support a Black woman-owned brand in #carlycusnhie #cushniextarget Snap a screenshot of this pic and shop it with the @liketoknow.it app #liketkit http://liketk.it/2Qaij . I’ve linked more of my Cushnie faves there, too.
Figuring out how to get dressed right now feels hard. I get it. After rotating different colored joggers with coordinating sweatshirts and tees for over a year, the idea of creating actual looks feels impossible. But it isn’t. Your style muscle, like any other muscle, just needs a little exercise. Here’s a way for you to start off simple and work that part of your brain: 1 tank top, 4 ways.   You can take a simple tank top, in a bright, feel good color—and dress it up or down, depending on how you pair it.  1. Pair your tank top with a pair of wide leg pants or culottes with an elastic waistband. This way, you’re dressed in actual clothing, but without worrying about things that need to be buttoned and zipped. Feeling really adventurous? Add a wedge in a fun print to give you height and make your legs look longer. This look is perfect for lunch or dinner with friends.  2. Pair your tank top with another summer staple: the denim short. Then pair a pastel, like this mint jacket, with your brightly colored tank, for instant visual interest. This look is perfect for an outdoor event, or meeting up with friends in the park.  3. Pair your tank with a maxi skirt in a coordinating bright color for a fun color blocking effect. Then finish with neutral slides and carry a neutral sweater for an evening chill. This look is vacation ready! The fabrics are light and will travel well.  4. And finally, if you’re simply not ready to leave the land of joggers just yet, do feel free to cautiously dip your toe into getting dressed by pairing your tank with joggers. Make it a slightly more fitted pair, and top the look with a pastel jacket or hooded sweatshirt. This is a great outfit for errands or coffee runs.  This super versatile tank is only $5! Buy a couple of colors - one bold and one neutral and it’ll give a totally different vibe. Make sure to click through each linked product for lots of color options, too! http://liketk.it/3he3w #liketkit @liketoknow.it
Latest from my @AnnTaylor haul! So many of these great styles are majorly on sale, some for only $15! Snag a couple of cute tops with visual interest in details like ruffles or a fun micro print and add a little new year cheer to your wardrobe. http://liketk.it/355Db #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKunder50 #ltkunder25
I put on real pants! And nobody got hurt 😂 These pull on beauties are @target for a cool 20 bucks. Such an easy way to stay comfortable and give yourself a style boost. I chose this brown plaid because it’s an easy fall neutral and I like darker colors on my bottom half. But there’s light grey plaid, solids, you name it. Pro tip: If you’re balancing out a bigger top half with your bust or broad shoulders, lighter on the bottom will give you some visual oomph. Click the Shop My Instagram link in my bio for details on this look, or screenshot this photo and find me on the @liketoknow.it app. #liketkit http://liketk.it/307px Are you wearing real pants these days?
A few current beauty faves for a natural look with minimal fuss. The Kosas bronzer is a standout and I’ve been really pleasantly surprised with how buildable and natural the Make Up For Ever Reboot foundation is. http://liketk.it/2VwyQ #liketkit @liketoknow.it
I got all dolled up on Friday for two reasons: 1) It’s Festive Friday! This is a little quarantine routine I’ve been doing where every Friday I put on actual clothes and do my makeup. I look forward to it and it’s been bring me a little joy. 2) I went live on Facebook spilling alllll the tea about my picks for the Sephora VIB Spring Savings Sale. My fave concealer, exfoliator worth its weight in #liquidgold, and the palettes I’ve been loving. Plus, can we say FENTY y’all. Those cream blushes had Brandeis written all over them. I’ve recently joined up with Reward Style to give you instantly shoppable links to what I’m loving. Screenshot this pic to get shoppable product details with the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app or follow me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app to get the product details for this look and others. I’ve also got an IGTV loading soon with all my recs. Check my stories to see when it’s up. What did you pick up from the Sephora sale? Tell me all the things! http://liketk.it/2NJ3e #liketkit @liketoknow.it
Makeup optional skin is always the goal in my book. Check out some of my tried and true faves that keep my skin smooth, healthy and glowing. I’ve got you covered for cleanser, toner, serums, moisturizers and sunscreen. And don’t sleep on the Edible Beauty Goddess Serum — I’ve repurchased 3 times and won’t be without 🤭 http://liketk.it/3g04F #liketkit @liketoknow.it
As things open back up, I dipped my (vaccinated) toes in the gorgeous waters of Puerto Rico. Super safe, crystal clear water, and the perfect opportunity to try some new swimsuits! I’ve linked this one and a few more for you to check out. Head to my @brandeisnicole You Tube page for a video on how to pick the best suit 👙 for your body shape. Almost all of these suits are under $30! I picked up 4 from Cupshe and they were all true to size. Happy beach time, Fam 🏖 And remember: Every body is a summer body. You are more than your size — suit up and be fabulous. http://liketk.it/3eCUt #liketkit @liketoknow.it
Buying a house seemed like the perfect excuse to get a robot vacuum. And being the researcher I am, I spent 4 hours on Black Friday reading up on these bad boys and crowdsourcing feedback from real life folks. The winner? The Roborock S6 Pure, or really any Roborock. When I first heard Roborock, I was like Robo Who?? I’d heard of Roomba and Shark, but turns out, Roborock has a ton of intelligent technology at a great price point. The criteria list that won me over: ✅ “Intelligent mapping” - this means it makes a perimeter, learns your house and then goes in an orderly fashion to color in the lines so to speak and pick up dirt. The thought of something just bouncing around my house hoping to pick up dirt would drive me bonkers. ✅ No go zones - You can tell it a room or a section of the house is off limits. You can also use the app to tell it to go somewhere specific and “spot clean”. Honestly it’s hard to get the pin right where you want it but she’s good at sussing out dirt ✅ Off-road capabilities. Ok, not really, but I’ve watched her (I named her Sheila) navigate unwieldy raised end table ledges and manage to free herself without help. I don’t have to worry she’s stuck somewhere in the house not doing her work lol Follow me on @liketoknow.it (liketoknowit.com/brandeisnicole) or by heading to my bio for my round up of other great contenders at different price points (a lot are up to $240 off through my link) and one that even has dog 💩radar. I said what I said. Do you have a robot vacuum? Looking to get one? What are you looking for in a robot vac? #liketkit http://liketk.it/33PbN #LTKgiftspo #LTKhome #LTKsalealert
Loving this easy dress from @whowhatwear Dresses are my new go-tos - I can be Zoom ready in a flash and stay comfortable all day. Transition this into fall with cute neutrals so you don’t have to worry about coordinating. Try out a great pair of on trend snakeskin boots like these, or keep it low key and casual with a black slip on sneaker. Which look is more you? Boots or sneakers? Shop this look by heading to the link in my bio or taking a screenshot of this if you have the @liketoknow.it app. #liketkit http://liketk.it/2Y5Ue
Loving these cute and comfy pull on leopard print shorts! Leopard is a neutral anyone can rock. Check them out and the sandals, too. http://liketk.it/2UW19 #liketkit @liketoknow.it
One of my favorite moments so far this spring has been a crop top moment. I’m not talking the early 2000s Genie in a Bottle look, but a grown up, elevated version of a crop top that pairs perfectly with a high waisted pant, which is still very on trend. Crop tops + high rise bottoms means you’re exposing what, for most of us, is a comparatively narrower part of the body (in other words, they sit at your natural waist). You can also look for “longline” crop top styles that come a few inches below the bust, especially if you have a longer torso, to keep your proportions in line. Then you’re also showing just a sliver of skin and not exposing your full midsection. Today’s crop top is much more versatile than you think. Here’s how can you wear the the look throughout the rest of spring and summer: Elevated Athletic If you’re looking to take the transition out of your house, and out of your joggers, a little more slowly and cautiously, this Elevated Athletic look is for you. Pair your crop top with your joggers and sneakers, then add a top layer like a satin bomber. Daytime Denim For those that are ready to give up their elastic waists for pants that actually zip and button, pair your top with straight leg jeans, another one of spring’s hottest trends. Top with a denim jacket in a different wash, slide on a flat sandal, and you’re ready for errands or lunch with a friend. Overdue Night Out If getting dressed up and going out for actual dinner or drinks is your pseudo-post pandemic dream, your crop top will go perfectly with something like a faux leather pant and a brightly colored shacket or thin spring blazer. This is also your heels moment, if you’re totally over your flats and sneakers. Park & Picnic Perfect In this not-quite-post pandemic summer lots will be happening outdoors. Get park or picnic ready when you pair your crop top with a high waisted denim short and sandals. Finish the look with a light shacket or a fun printed duster or kimono. http://liketk.it/3fVYp #liketkit @liketoknow.it
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Target is having a major sale! I snagged this super cute sweater dress and it’s super comfy. Not itchy, and not clingy either. I’m typically a size 10-12 and I’m in a Medium. Shop this look in my bio or the @liketoknow.it app. I’ve also pinned a ton more styles I recommend you check out during the sale. It ends today, but even if you miss it some of these babies are too good to pass up. Are you a sweater dress wearer? Tell me everything. http://liketk.it/2YzSz #liketkit #LTKunder50
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is coming to a close but there’s still time to snag some great deals. I’m loving these rust tones for fall. Is rust on your must have list? Shop this post with the LiketoKnowIt app or head to my bio for a link to Shop My Instagram! http://liketk.it/2VuZH #liketkit @liketoknow.it #Nordstromsale #LTKsalealert #nsale2020
The glow I get from this Supergoop sunscreen is incredible. Never greasy, just a little bit of magic that makes my skin look smoother and more awake. Check out my other current loves I’m layering underneath. http://liketk.it/2V7oe #liketkit @liketoknow.it
I went on a mini skincare bender recently. Also, absolutely loving my Kahina Giving Beauty candle. Y’all. It smells SO good. And makes me feel fancy 😂 I’ve been enjoying the Glossier Skin Tint also. I’m shade G5. Check it out with my link http://liketk.it/2NylH and instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app @brandeisnicole #liketkit @liketoknow.it What skincare has been on your list lately?