Midnight Muse

Cobalt and Mirror Shades. Hello loves! Today, I am writing from our hotel room because Ashley and I are currently experiencing an amazing opportunity, which I will elaborate more on soon, so stay tuned! But here is a little hint...Marie Nicole are at Fashion Week!

 

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I am falling in love with harem trousers in spring! These delicate structured beauties have landed a coveted spot on my favorite trends list and I believe I now have at least 5 pairs, each one with their own unique flair! This particular pair happens to be the most recent addition to my harem family. When I spotted them in the store, they immediately called to me. Harem pants are an easy way to look high-fashion with their definitive shape and structure, but contrary to the contoured pant suit, harem trousers are light-weight and delicate, which is perfect for spring and summer.

 

For this look, I wanted something that would make a statement and captivate attention, and nothing catches the eye like cobalt blue, a true muse in the world of color schemes! I decided to keep the top simple with just an elegant blouse with the perfect subtle scooped neck and a chic, minimalistic gold chain. To really tie the outfit together, I added a boyfriend style blazer vest. I have been seeing this pairing all over the runway and I could not wait to sport this high-fashion look! And because one cobalt item was not enough for me, I had to block the sun with my new favorite shades in midnight blue. The mirror cobalt sunnies and black clutch were the perfect accessories to add a sleek spring/summer touch to this otherwise structured, high-fashion look. Two striking elements come together to create a look that captivates and induces a confidence that is not only eye-catching, but contagious. Cobalt is not only inspiring, bold, and vibrant, it's blue-tiful. What's your current fashion muse?

 

xoxo - Heather Marie

 

Harem Trouser - Forever 21

Vest - Forever 21

Blouse - Express

Clutch & Shades - Forever 21

Shoe - Forever 21

 



Trousers in Spring

 



Hello sweets! It has been a very busy time here at MarieNicole and I have a feeling that that is not about to change. After four long years, Ashley and I are finally two weeks away from the highly sought after college diploma! I barely believe those words just came out of my mouth. For most, this is a time where a lot of people start to feel scared and nervous about entering the 'real world', but for us...this is one of the most exciting times we have experienced! In two weeks, our whole life becomes a blank book just waiting for us to start writing the next chapter. For hidden in the unknown is a sea of possibility waiting to be discovered.

Spring is probably my favorite season. I may be a bit bias due to my being a March, spring baby, but truly, there is nothing better than springtime. Of course summer is not far behind, but as the flowers start blooming and the trends start to change, it is almost as if you too re-bloom. I noticed that on the first day of spring, the sun and everything just looked beautifully different. As the season shifts from dark hued winter to vibrantly stunning spring, life just becomes beautiful again. Dreams are reborn and brought to light, ambitions are heightened, and the fashion is sensational!

My current cutting-edge trend crush is trousers in spring, aka the harem pant. These gorgeous structured, yet delicate pants have become my go-to bottom wear on the spring days that still have that lingering winter chill. They are light-weight and dainty, but with enough contour to bring that elegant structure of winter to the gentle trends of spring. Add a pair of sleek pointy toed heels to this season's hottest new silhouette and you have got a fashion-forward ensemble that will rock the streets of spring. I am also sporting my new black clutch with a chic gold embellishment that I have been eyeing for weeks now and have finally decided to bring home to my handbag family. I think it adds a little mod feel to the vintage vibe of this elegant trouser.

xoxo - Heather Marie 

Harem Pant - Forever 21

Knit - Forever 21

Shoes - Jessica Simpson

Clutch - Forever 21

Coachella Dreaming

 



"Today I shall behave as if this is the day I will be remembered." After an amazing spring break of desperately needed rest and relaxation, Ashley and I returned to college to finish off the last few weeks standing between us and the much anticipated graduation stage. We are ecstatic to say that in only three short weeks, we will officially be college alumni! I never thought I would say this, but bring on the unflattering, box shaped gown and matching cap!

As you may know, it was Coachella weekend and much like the lucky festival attendees, I was in a desert daze. I may not have been able to attend Coachella this year, but I did bring the bohemian, earthy fashions sported at this most talked about outdoor event to my southern neck of the woods. Don't let the fringed fashions of festival season fool you, desert couture can be haute couture! With peeping lace in all the right places, this open shouldered black beauty brings a dark, yet spirited gypsy feel with just the right amount of tasteful sexiness. And would it really be Coachella without an arm full of  vibrant, free spirited bangles? My gold studded black strapped sandals with a slight chunk heel added the perfect elegant chicness to the embodiment of a wandering beauty.

xoxo - Heather Marie

Dress - Forever 21

Shoes - Forever 21

Shades - Forever 21