Outfit Edit: Kim Kardashian Spotted Looking Too 'Distressed'...?

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Style No No! So there's ripped...then there's tore the f*ck up. Let's take a step back. Kim looks fab from the waist up; I adore a great blazer paired with a lightweight casual tank underneath. And while I am not gaga over what's trendy, I do own a few pairs of distressed jeans, but not as 'distressed' as Kim's. Holy Help! Girlfriend, the jeans are way too holey -- and the overall fit? Meh. Below are some tasteful trendy alternatives:

Shop It: (left) Ridley High Waist Ultra Skinny via ASOS; (right) Rolled Skinny Ankle Jeans via Nordstrom

Psst! Denim Is Always Trending, Wear It Year-Round...To Work, Too!

Note-To-Self: Cobalt Blue Heels, Swoon!

Trend Alert! I know, you probably packed away your short cut-offs due to the crisp winter air settling in. However, you do have all season long to rock the denim trend, specifically, the denim-on-denim trend. So, the trick to wearing the trendy denim-on-denim is to simply mix your washes and weights — the inevitable mash-up style. And yes, while wearing denim to work is typically a 'no no' (excluding casual Fridays), at some companies you might get away with wearing, perhaps, darker denim pieces. But make sure your choices are professional and clean (a step up from casual). 

Below are business environment-approved denim pieces, according to nikki! :)

Denim Blazer; Ruffle Hem Denim Blazer; Dark Denim Skinny Jeans; Dark Navy Wool-Blend Pencil Skirt

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Obsessed: Stretch-Crepe Blazer

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Obsessed! I'm head over heels in love with blazers. Listen: I cannot stress how much I adore transitional pieces and a blazer is [just that]. I pair my blazers with jeans, skirts, shorts -- you name it. And every September I browse my closet in efforts to figure out which blazers need to be donated as well as which colors/style of blazer(s) I'll need for the {chilly} season. 

Featuring: Stretch-Crepe Blazer by Theory in grey, also avail in black. Grey blazers are perfect; they look super chic with just about any pant color. Wearing a grey blazer with denim is one of my favorite go-to 'Casual Friday' looks. Yes! Every fashionista should have one, or two, or ten blazers ;)

Kirna Zabête at Target: Witnessing Plenty "Downtown Cool" Pieces

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Style Notes | I was able to get a sneak peek of Kirna Zabête's clothing for Target at a Pop-Up Shop during Fashion's Night Out last Thursday. Though exciting, I didn't get to really examine anything due to the mad rush of fashion fanatics.

However, I got up, close, and personal with "downtown cool" pieces at today's launch. And, I must say that I totally liked what I witnessed -- stylish tops, blazers, dresses, and accessories that were/are mix and match-able, as well as a boatload of day to evening transitional goodies.

Editor's Picks! (All Under $100) 

Feminine and Flirty

Ikat Wave Sleeveless Scarf Top

Reflections Sleeveless Scarf Top

Two-Button Tuxedo Blazer

Faux-Leather Full Skirt

FAVE! Parisian Night Shirt Dress

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Mid-Week Obsession!Gianfranco Scotti - Classic Single-Button Blazer

Style Notes | It really goes without saying that a tailored blazer is a staple wardrobe item. Blazers are classic — and a super cool transitional piece. Don't believe me? Just browse editors' picks via various fashion mags and you'll see. Case in point: According to InStyle, a black blazer is among 10 Things Every Woman Should Own. 

I wholeheartedly agree with InStyle. But per my personal shopping experience, affordable (chic) blazers are hard to find. Yep. Example: The featured Single-Button Blazer by Gianfranco Scotti is pretty sharp, isn't it? And y'all probably would love to own one, wouldn't you? Go ahead and knock yourselves out; it's $1,495.00.

P.S. I'm on the hunt for stylish blazers that are affordable! Check back soon.

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Colorful Tweed Military Jacket

Style Notes! From the color to the tailoring -- this military-inspired jacket stole my heart. Secret: I'm a complete sucker for big, bold, black buttons! 

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