Springing into summer!

Can you believe we are in June!!??? The weather has been so amazing and has got me excited about the fun prints, color pops and bold accessories that work in spring and through summer!! So let’s get into a few of my favorite pieces that get me through season to season!

Right now my shopping focus is for summer BUT I love to get a piece that I can see me wearing layered NOW. If you have been following me on IG than you have seen my current boutique obsession more amore boutique in New Haven Connecticut. That’s where I scored this fab green floral print dress! I know this dress will be on rotation this summer.

How about adding a dress with your favorite pair of suit pants! The shorter the dress easier to make into a long tunic top layered with a great bright pant! When the weather turns hot, hot, hot I will add a pair of Bermuda shorts, brunch ready!

Let’s get into prints!! Color pops are always a good idea!!! Pairing together separate, doesn’t matter! You can easily pair the third quarter sleeve with shorts and the pants with a simple tank! So get the fun print and don’t look back!

Go with that neon pop and make it a high neck line and sleeveless! This way for spring it can be layered, under or over with a great puff sleeve or even a sheer sleeve!

Now let’s talk long sleeve and a maxi skirt!!! I LOVE taking a maxi and turning it to a strapless!!! So easy to pair with fun bold metallic accessories! The long sleeve can easily pair with denim anything!!

Kimonos or bust!!!! Do not sleep on long dusters, kimono and robe pieces to layer with jeans to suits to a hot night out with the hubs!!

I hope some of these fab spring finds make a splash this summer in your wardrobe!

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Have a fantastic weekend, as always thank you for being here!

Until next style,

Xo,

Nicole

Dresses of spring

What is a spring dress? For me that includes all kinds! From maxi to sun and a little bit of flow…it’s all about the details that you add with the dress to give the title spring!

Great cotton neutral wrap dresses can pop with layers and bigger than life bags!

This white embroidered beauty is from Mexico! It’s absolutely hands down a favorite!! love adding colorful accessories to give a celebration kind of vibe!

It’s not exactly a dress but adding what I call my wrestling belt created a dress vibe! The hot pink knee highs took it to a whole new level!

Loved the way that this yellow popped with the cloudy gray! The shape was fun and an instant mood boost! Gave a bit of royal vibes!

Fairytales are made of metallic fabrics and dainty necklaces! Working in like colors to your earrings and accessories creates a match made in heaven!

Textured lace, Jean jackets and evil eyes will keep the pep in your spring step!

Kaftans and an art show…yes please!! Keeping things easy breezy when on the go!

Denim gives far from the blues!! Pop it with colors from the print. I always find navy to be so flattering!

Love using hot summer day dresses in spring!! Great for layering and bringing in a little hot weather vibe!

Simple cotton dresses can be cinched at the waist to create a great shape!! Definitely invest in a neutral fringed sweater to have through chilly summer nights and well into fall and even winter!!

Grab that white linen dress and add tweed for some great texture!! Pair the look with a neutral! Hats are always a great accessory addition for spring!

So start getting use of your summer wardrobe by layering before spring is over!!

Until next style,

Xo,

Nicole

Suits season

Spring time calls for fun suits to layer on or take off. Let’s explore exactly what does a suit look like in a hinchology world!

Suits don’t always have to be three pieces. This look is for weekends or a dress down day suit vibe! Find a t-shirt with color pops, and grab a suit jacket with one of those bright colors. Scarves, purses and sneaker pops add to the fun.

Bring your suit alive with fun tie dye! Pull a light color from the dye and add some white basics with pants, skirts and shades!! Silver is always a go to for me when I need a basic!!!

Tweed and stripes are a bright unexpected fun pop!! Adding neutrals like cream and tan to have the attention put on the color fun.

Go neutral with pink and peach while letting the print be the star of the show!! I loved how this drop off box for used clothes matched my look. 

Love, LOVE my silver mini shopper by Telfar!! Get on board with this amazing brand!!  The quality and comfort is like no other!! I have my eyes set on a medium shopper next!! What color to get what color to get!?  Pair a large and small print in the same color family and you can never go wrong!!

 

Accessories Accessories Accessories…..I know that saying that you should take off the last accessory you added, that’s why I am always sure to add six brooches! Remember that your style is just that YOURS!! There are no rules to when it comes to what YOU like!

An oversized suit jacket, some tulle and a belt….feminine power!!! 

A simple white shirt, black pants and a super fun tie!! Works every time!!

So suit up with confidence, determination and some fun takes on suit styles!

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Until next style,

Xo,

Nicole

Animal Instinct

For me animal print is fun all year round!! It just changes to each season.  The color pallet, multi prints and details change as the weather changes. So here are a few takes on how animal print will be seen from me this spring!

Adding a small print with a big print helps to create a great balanced look!! Simple neutral accessories pop!

How about keeping the print focused on the feet and legs. Adding a light pastel keeps the attention on the print!

Go BIG or go home!! Keeping everything large and in charge!! This kind of combo is not for the faint of heart!! It’s a whole mood…I say go for it!

Go the head to toe of the exact same print!! I love a literal take on animal print…like an actual picture of the animal..not the design of their fur!!

Layer your prints with light textures and colors!! A great take on classic meets print!

Neon comes together with tan and brown so well, so why not throw in an amazing easy and comfy kimono from www.Gibby.cc!! Remember no need to keep the kimono how it is advertised, I wore it upside down, tucked and crossed!

Love this silk skirt! Goes so well with all light pinks! The trick to having a great wardrobe is to be able to reinvent the way you style your pieces!

Loved this animal color block look!! Added some silver pops to show off my beautiful small Telfar shopper!! Silver is a definite basic to pretty much go with anything!

Pj look alert!! Ever get pj’s that you think to yourself I could rock these as an outfit?  These are from Hot Squash and I am OBSESSED!!  I split the set and loved how adding a bit of color in the accessories helped your eyes travel neck bow to purse!

Excited to see how you keep the wild in your prints this spring! Tag me @hinchology #getahinch #hinchology to connect with others in my stories!!

Until next style,

Xo,

Nicole

Spring accessory must haves

While we transition from Spring into summer there are a few things that are a fun must have for the season!! Don’t be afraid of color…cause it is everywhere right now!! Think outside the box when it comes to where how and when you wear what you wear. (Remember that all word in bold is linked to something fun to shop or get inspiration from!)

Jelly , jelly and more jelly! Did you have jelly shoes when you were a kid!? Well I did and like my hunter boots I had them in a rainbow variety! Anything plastic or sheer will be a must vibe while spring is here and I do believe we’ll see more of that this summer!

Tall socks and hats are always good choices for spring weather!! The mornings are always a bit cooler. The socks are a perfect height. Go with a neutral that will be easy to match!

Pearls and head fascinators will never go out of style!! Pearls are classic!! They stand the test of time!! I do love how my strands have some color pops on them!! So fantastic fun! They really so go with everything! If you are looking for a fun fascinator look no further!! I am now accepting orders for one of a kind looks!! DM my instagram or email me direct to hinchology@yahoo.com

A bucket hat is so fun! For some reason it’s vibe spells spring! Like a mini umbrella just for the top of your head! Lol

Of course having a match with your sunnies and other accessories is a must! If you decide on getting statement sunnies then be sure to get matches in your accessories! Frankie my boy is the best accessory in this picđŸ¤£đŸ˜˜

What would the warmer weather be with out a crossbody!! Now that we don’t need heavy bulky coats we can use a crossbody with quickness and ease!

A statement necklace is a must! This way you can keep lighter layers and simpler colors! This creates a focus to the jewels!

I hope that some of these must haves create a lot of ideas that you can use by shopping your closet!

Feeling inspired and want to share your must have looks for spring to summer? #hinchology #getahinch and @hinchology

Until next style!

Xo,

Nicole

Wild about spring

Now that spring is FINALLY arriving here on Long Island I can’t help but be so fantastically WILD about the warmer weather! So of course when you say WILD what comes to mind?…thats right animal prints!

Having a bit of fun at a near by Mickey D’s for a pick me up! Keep it simple with black and white. (and don’t forget the fries!!)

Start busting out the shorts with tights…and don’t forget go big with small on the print match, made in heaven!!

Pull a color from a print! Layer an animal print by adding a kimono/cardigan or a button dress open!

Pink at the pump..yes please….go with a colorful animal print and pop it with neon!! Such a vibe!!

Take a neutral animal print….then add unexpected pops like a fun print scarf, velvet headband and some fabulous lace textures!!!

Layer the print! Pair a paisley handkerchief for a head scarf! Don’t they marry well?

Pair blue cheetah with any kind of jean for an easy look week or weekend! The possibilities are endless!

Don’t forget to wear what makes YOU happy!!! Don’t be afraid to mix the print, wear the tulle and add the sparkle!!

Fashion is special! It creates a vibe, a feeling that helps carry you through your day to do your best!

Let’s inspire together!! #getahinch #hinchology @hinchology !!

Until next style!

Xo,

Nicole

Spring layers

Spring was made for layers. Some days you may need a little sweater, some days are feeling so good with warm winds that just a layer of jewelry is needed! Today we look at how seasons decide for us on HOW…NOT what we should wear!

Let’s start with TWEED!! What an amazing texture it is. Able to keep your temp perfect no matter the weather! Match the colors in the tweed with different hues!

Sometimes there is no need for a jacket, so go with socks! Love how knee highs are so versatile and they can transcend to look like tights!

A trench, without question, is a staple in everyone’s wardrobe, especially for spring! The color is such a neutral and can go with everything! Sometimes you can find trenches in colors that are always a pick me up!

Kimonos are one of those pieces I love to thrift! There is nothing like the quality, fabric and details that make such a statement.

A sweater is another fab mix to a spring like this Regina Herman red Cardigan that is purchase with purpose. (use code: Hinch15 for 15% off) Really love a pop to mix with prints to keep the look upbeat and fun and just a bit unexpected!