Skirt: Tibi, similar
Purse: Old Navy
Shoes: Alexander Wang
Earrings: BaubleBar
I hope you had a great weekend! Mine was uneventful, which was perfect! I slept 13 hours one night and I feel like a whole new woman. Before I started blogging, I had written Express off as a store that didn’t have anything for me. Gina from On the Daily Express, has slowly been converting me and when she featured this top, I knew I had to have it. It dresses up (as seen here) or down with jean shorts so easily. This top has changed my mind about Express and I’m interested to see what else I will find there.
Have you guys ever rediscovered a store that you had written off?
Also, I’m really excited to have another great giveaway for you!
Have you guys ever rediscovered a store that you had written off?
Also, I’m really excited to have another great giveaway for you!
Who doesn’t love Amazon? From books to fashion to electronics they have everything. You’re going to love this giveaway because I’ve teamed up with some great bloggers to give away $500 Amazon gift cards to two of our readers this month!
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Prizes: (2) $500 Amazon gift cards
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Linking up with Fizz and Frosting, DC In Style, Pink Sole, The Style Record, Lip gloss and Crayons, On the Daily Express, More Pieces of Me
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Have a great day!
Whitney and Blaire
August 4, 2014 @ 11:10 am
Hmm. Maybe I need to go check out Express again too! Have a great week!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:19 am
I was surprised they have such cute items. Have a great week guys!
Merritt
August 4, 2014 @ 11:52 am
that skirt is GORGEOUS! You’ll get so much use out of that come fall!
The Style Scribe
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:19 am
Thanks! I found it from the sample sale link you posted!
Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
August 4, 2014 @ 11:58 am
Stealing your skirt, bag and shoes. You look gorgeous.
xo
PinkSole
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:20 am
Lol, thanks Rachelle!!
Ivete Correa
August 4, 2014 @ 1:42 pm
This is such a sweet outfit. Your skirt is beautiful and I can totally see that top dressed down with some distressed shorts. You look so pretty! ;-)
http://www.girlinahotcity.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:20 am
Thanks Ivete!
Johanna
August 4, 2014 @ 1:47 pm
I am swooning over your shoes! To die for!
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:20 am
Thanks Johanna! They are one of my favorite pairs!
Alecia Mariana
August 4, 2014 @ 1:47 pm
I am in love with this skirt! You look stunning!
xx,
La Joie de Vivre by Alecia Mariana
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Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:20 am
Thanks Alecia!!
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
August 4, 2014 @ 1:51 pm
I am completely crushing on your skirt! It’s fantastic! Love love love it!
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:21 am
Thanks J!
LyddieGal
August 4, 2014 @ 2:19 pm
I love your white lace top! I am not a huge fan of express, but I admit they do win me over from time to time!
Chic on the Cheap
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:21 am
Thanks Lydia! I was surprised to find something so cute there!
Alissa
August 4, 2014 @ 2:36 pm
Express can sometimes have absolute gems!
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:21 am
I know, I was kind of surprised! Thanks Alissa!
Jessica Jannenga
August 4, 2014 @ 3:14 pm
Nicole, this is a stunning look! As soon as i saw your top, I had to look it up. I love the sheerness and the lace detailing. THis burgundy skirt is so rich looking, will also be great in the fall. You look fab!!
from the link up
please stop by
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:23 am
Thanks Jessica!
Lyndsay
August 4, 2014 @ 3:19 pm
I thought the same of Express but this top is beautiful. Love this entire look, your skirt and shoes are amazing!
prosecco in the park
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:28 am
Thanks Lyndsay!!
Marie
August 4, 2014 @ 3:49 pm
what a beautiful look, that lace is perfect!
Marie @ In Our Happy Place
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:28 am
Thanks Marie!
Vett Vandiver
August 4, 2014 @ 3:56 pm
such a cute outfit!
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:28 am
Thanks Vett!
The Real Arnolds
August 4, 2014 @ 4:18 pm
I totally blame Gina and Carylee for making me shop at Express again too! This outfit is amazing on you. Love the full skirt with those fab heels. I am jealous of your 13 hours. I can’t seem to sleep in any more!
xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:41 am
Thanks Amy Ann! They are total enablers! I think the lack of sleep caught up with me and that is the only reason I was able to sleep so much…
Maggie
August 4, 2014 @ 4:37 pm
I absolutely love that top!! and that skirt is stunning – I’ll take both please!! :) And Amazon is literally my favorite place to shop, EVER!! yay for giveaways!
Maggie
http://www.PolishedClosets.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:41 am
Thanks Maggie!!
Nora Aradi
August 4, 2014 @ 4:38 pm
love your bag so much!
http://www.mesmemosphotoblog.com/
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:42 am
Thanks Nora!
Megan Myers-Bell
August 4, 2014 @ 4:41 pm
I’d also written off Express b/c their size selection is limited, especially for big busted girls. Then, I found a fun sequin skirt that made me rethink my decision. It’ll never be my all-time favorite store, but it’s worth a razoo through when I’m at the mall.
Such an awesome giveaway, Nicole! Thanks for hosting. :)
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:46 am
Thanks Megan! I agree that it won’t be my favorite but as you said, definitely worth a look!
Marta C
August 4, 2014 @ 5:06 pm
You always look so lovely!! This is such a pretty outfit on you & so well styled, your heels are so different and cool too!
Marta, xo
http://www.sweatersstripesamdsweets.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:47 am
Thanks Marta! I love these shoes!
The Braided Bandit
August 4, 2014 @ 5:17 pm
Reading sweet blog comments always cheers me up on a bad day! Also, loving the pretty lace top with the amazing skirt! Hope you’re having a great day!
xo Hannah
p.s. I am hosting a giveaway for a gift card to my vintage shop, a custom flower crown, and a handmade fringe necklace over on my blog if you want to stop by and check it out! :)
http://thebraidedbandit.blogspot.com/2014/08/super-summer-giveaway.html
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:47 am
Thanks for stopping by Hannah! I will check it out!
Marianne Friedman
August 4, 2014 @ 5:18 pm
Such a sweet look! I have the same top but haven’t styled it yet because I have not found it’s perfect match! Thanks for the inspiration!
Marianne
http://www.goodgirlgoneglam.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:48 am
Thanks Marianne! I can’t wait to see how you style it!
Shannon Jenkins
August 4, 2014 @ 6:00 pm
That skirt is divine!!! Love it with the lace! Gorgeous!
<3 Shannon
Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:48 am
Thanks Shannon!!
Anna Baun
August 4, 2014 @ 6:07 pm
I am so loving this skirt on you! The color is so perfect and those heels are simply divine!
Anna
alilyloveaffair.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:48 am
Thanks Anna!
Tori
August 4, 2014 @ 7:02 pm
You look seriously stunning–I need that lace shirt bad! And my little pugs always cheer me up on a bad day and I swear they are extra cuddly because they can sense it :)
Tori
FashionBlingGirlyThings
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:55 am
Thanks Tori! It is on sale now…
Tracy Miller
August 4, 2014 @ 7:07 pm
Ha! Same thing here. Gina convinced me to try Express again and I also have this top (I think you commented on my post that you had it on that day!). I want to try mine with a fuller skirt next like your gorgeous look. That wine color looks so pretty against the white.
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:56 am
Thanks Tracy! Gina is such a good enabler! She always finds great things at Express!
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all
August 4, 2014 @ 8:45 pm
I try and put bouquets of flowers in the house. I went out and bought a yellow bouquet of daisies today to brighten up my kitchen on this monday morning :)
Daily Express
August 4, 2014 @ 8:52 pm
YESSSSSS. Thanks for making my day today Nicole. :) I’m so excited that you gave Express another chance. Like you said, it might be a slippery slope but it is a GOOD ONE and you won’t regret it! You made a great choice for your comeback item and helloooo…that skirt is gorgeous! Love the pairing and I need some lace up heels IMMEDIATELY.
Gina – On the Daily Express
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:57 am
Thanks Gina! You sold me on this top! You always find such great things at Express!
Nikki
August 4, 2014 @ 9:39 pm
Love love that skirt! It has been a million years since I have been in Express, but maybe I need to revisit it!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:57 am
Thanks! This is the first thing I’ve purchased from there in years!
Elegance and Mommyhood
August 4, 2014 @ 9:39 pm
OMG that skirt and those shoes are both spectacular. I love your re-discovery. I love Express and own a ton of their stuff. Not only do you look super lovely but I think this is one of your best outfits I’ve seen so far, and you have had many fantastic ones!
Happy Monday!! <3 Ada.
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:58 am
Thanks Ada!! I’m so happy I rediscovered them!
Lorna mai ltd
August 4, 2014 @ 9:41 pm
Your beautiful skirt is such a gorgeous colour. I love the lace top, very feminine. As usual you look stunning.
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:59 am
Thanks Lorna!!
Michelle Nance
August 4, 2014 @ 10:10 pm
I still can’t get over those Alexander Wang heels. They are the best classic nude heel I’ve seen in a while. In my opinion, they have the ability to complete any outfit!!!
xx. Michelle
http://www.themichmix.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 1:59 am
Thanks Michelle! I love these shoes so much!
Rebecca
August 4, 2014 @ 10:42 pm
Express actually has a lot of awesome stuff….I just find it a bit expensive. But that lace top is indeed a great buy as it’s so versatile & can transition you from Summer to Fall. Lovely how u paired it with that skirt….so glam!!!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:00 am
Thanks Rebecca! I usually hate to pay full price for anything but this one I splurged on a bit.
Kristina
August 4, 2014 @ 10:43 pm
I totally feel that way about Express, I think I’m done with it and then I see something I can’t live without! This top is super adorable.
Kristina does the Internets
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:00 am
Thanks Kristina!!
librarianforlifestyle
August 4, 2014 @ 11:07 pm
You look beautiful in that sweet lace top and satin-y skirt! My husband had written off Old Navy, but it’s now his go-to store for button-up shirts. :)
What cheers me up on a bad day? Getting dressed in a cute outfit! Seriously, getting out of the pajamas and getting dressed is a real mood-lifter for me.
Jen @ Librarian for Life + Style
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:02 am
Thanks Jen! Old Navy has been killing it recently also! Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Lauren Rutherford
August 4, 2014 @ 11:48 pm
Hi Nicole
LOVE your outfit and totally in LOVE with your shoes!
Love you to come and visit my blog.
http://lovelaurenxx.com
Love Lauren xx
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:02 am
Thanks Lauren!
Bi Ti
August 4, 2014 @ 11:52 pm
Very cute, I also love your TGIF outfit :).
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:02 am
Thanks Bi!
Leaving the Corner & Dipping My Toes
August 5, 2014 @ 12:49 am
I love this outfit, and that skirt is awesome, it has the volume of the super trendy midi skirt, and the perfect length for a short girl like me, it looks awesome with that top
Natalia
Nicole Layne
August 5, 2014 @ 2:03 am
Thanks Natalia! I’m short also so I prefer this length to the midi length.
Raven Woodruff
August 5, 2014 @ 2:26 am
You look beautiful! I absolutely love your skirt!
Raven.
simplesassysultry.blogspot.com
Biruté Eva Sim
August 5, 2014 @ 8:08 am
Nicole, you look stunning. I love the white top very much!
http://golovelife.blogspot.com
awhite
August 5, 2014 @ 12:09 pm
Incredible sandals, doll! You look gorgeous!
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
Tatiana Pujol
August 5, 2014 @ 12:33 pm
Such a beautiful skirt and the top is so pretty and delicate. I can’t get enough of your heels either. A good sleep is always the best beauty treatment!
http://www.weshopinheels.com
Pardon My Obsession
August 5, 2014 @ 12:48 pm
You look very lovely, love the bag and matching shoes !
http://www.pardonmyobsession.com/
Kreyola
August 5, 2014 @ 1:28 pm
Love the skirt and the color. I have to find that skirt lol. Very nice outfit.
Kreyola Jounerys
Doused In Pink
August 5, 2014 @ 2:08 pm
I can’t remember the last time I slept 13 hours straight! I bet you felt like a million bucks when you woke up! Your heels are amazing!
Jill
dousedinpink.blogspot.com
Anngelik Martinez
August 5, 2014 @ 2:33 pm
Love this skirt and the blouse! So beautiful, the detailing is perfect.
-Vogue&Heels
http://www.vogueandheels.com
April Parrish
August 5, 2014 @ 3:05 pm
Such a pretty outfit! Love the top! You look great!
Nichole Darrelle
August 5, 2014 @ 3:08 pm
Beautiful skirt! Love the color and the fit!
Fishbowl Fashion
Christina, Esq.
August 5, 2014 @ 3:12 pm
super cute! I too thought Express was not for me but will now reconsider!
xo,
Christina, Esq.
J. Elle
August 5, 2014 @ 3:44 pm
Love this look on you, Nicole! The skirt is just gorgeous and that top is perfection. I’m with you, I had written of Express, but Gina, along with you now, has me totally convinced I need to look again. Thanks for the inspiration!
Jennie
Ramona
August 5, 2014 @ 3:52 pm
You look amazing and so beautiful!! Love this look. So romantic.
♥
xoxo Ra
http://ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie
Amanda Ellis
August 5, 2014 @ 3:59 pm
I love this look on you! The skirt is so flatter and such a pretty color.
http://www.kissthechic.com
Milu Sosa
August 5, 2014 @ 4:36 pm
Love this look :) the skirt is so fabulous! love the color and shape! and this looks like a great giveaway too! good luck to all your readers! I invite you to visit my blog and let me know if you would like to follow each other.
XOXO
Milu
http://www.hellolupi.blogspot.com
Emma Walker
August 5, 2014 @ 8:45 pm
Love the bucket bag and such a great giveaway!
Emma| With A City Dream
Cara Lilli Sivara
August 5, 2014 @ 9:11 pm
Love this outfit!! You look stunning :)
xx Cara
http://www.mylifeandmywardrobe.com
Brittany Williams
August 5, 2014 @ 9:25 pm
Absolutely LOVE this skirt!! Such a beautiful color!
xoxo
Brittany
http://lovestyletransform.com
Hannah Anderson
August 5, 2014 @ 10:38 pm
I love your skirt so much! And what cheers me up is online shopping of course ;)
-Hannah
sweeterthanserenity.blogspot.com
Kate Dunphy
August 6, 2014 @ 2:10 am
I love the color of your skirt! And those Alexander Wang heels are perfect!
http://www.taffetaandtulips.com
Kelsey Bang
August 6, 2014 @ 2:21 am
that skirt is amazing! the fabric looks so luxurious! great look!
kelseybang.com
Nydia
August 6, 2014 @ 2:34 am
great outfit! love those earrings <3
Nydia
http://www.agirlnamednydia.com
Rach Dulay
August 6, 2014 @ 3:01 am
Love love love the skirt and those shoes! You look great!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
LyddieGal
August 6, 2014 @ 3:23 am
The kindness of strangers.
Chic on the Cheap
Aub Noelle
August 6, 2014 @ 3:34 am
Oh man! I could use this money for textbooks!! Also, I love that skirt!
aubreenoelle.blogspot.com
icing213
August 6, 2014 @ 3:40 am
very cute outfit!
http://staybeautifulforyou.blogspot.com/
Zhuo
Erica Zar
August 6, 2014 @ 5:51 am
Gorgeous look!! I adore those shoes!!
So jealous of your 13 hours of sleep! lol
xo, Erica
Casually Styled
Jayne
August 6, 2014 @ 7:16 am
Having extra hours to rest and more time to spend with my hubby makes my day better.
Niki {Glossy Blonde}
August 6, 2014 @ 6:23 pm
You are sooo gorgeous!! I love that skirt! And the shoes!!!
Amy Soto
August 6, 2014 @ 7:33 pm
Obsessed with this outfit. You always look beautiful!
xo,
Amy
STYLEchocolatechip.com
Christy DuBois
August 7, 2014 @ 12:27 am
Having one of my daughters say something kind to me always cheers me up no matter how bad my day has been.
tara langdale
August 7, 2014 @ 7:48 pm
oh my gosh, you are the queen of high low!! I have been dying for these sandals!! you are so ready for fall in this look, I love it!
xoxo,
Tara Belle
http://www.northernlights-southernbelles.com
Jessi
August 7, 2014 @ 10:06 pm
What a gorgeous skirt and I’m LOVING that top! I have the long sleeved version but I think this one is even better!
Jessi
http://www.haircutandgeneralattitude.com
Christy DuBois
August 8, 2014 @ 1:09 am
Seeing my daughters always makes me smile.
Crystal Munsell
August 8, 2014 @ 6:45 pm
I love just going home after a bad day at work and getting into bed with my puppies, it makes everything better!
Christy DuBois
August 9, 2014 @ 3:05 am
Getting a hug from a friend or family member just because always cheers me up on a bad day.
Christy DuBois
August 10, 2014 @ 1:24 am
Watching little children playing always makes my heart smile.
Christy DuBois
August 11, 2014 @ 1:49 am
Taking a nap usually cheers me up.
kate @ a journey in style
August 13, 2014 @ 3:14 am
My dogs always cheer me up. And a rich chocolate brownie :)
Alice Warren
August 13, 2014 @ 4:54 am
I can’t remember the last time I shopped at Express…great top! Something that cheers me up – my son!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Christina, Esq.
August 13, 2014 @ 8:54 pm
Love love love this skirt and top combo!!
xo,
Christina, Esq.
DanielleCaul
August 13, 2014 @ 10:16 pm
the sound of birds chirping!!!!!!
Danielle C
Priscila C
August 15, 2014 @ 4:15 am
Hi thanks for the awesome giveaway! One of the things that cheers me up on a bad day is when I have people around me that encourages me with their words and show me their support. Kisses. Priscila