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Nicole Kliest

Bio

Nicole is a New York-based freelance writer and editor who focuses on fashion, travel, and lifestyle. She studied Journalism and Creative Writing at Pepperdine University and her work has appeared on sites such as Who What Wear, Cools, Popsugar, Seventeen, and more. When she’s not writing about the latest designers to shop or destinations to adventure off to, she’s probably doing yoga or riding her bicycle (with a helmet!). You can contact her via email at nkliest@gmail.com and follow her Instagram @nickliest.

7 Sweater And Skirt Styling Ideas That Will Convince You To Break Up With Jeans This Fall

In the plentiful realm of outfit combinations, there exists a modest handful of pairings that are consistently and reliably successful. T-shirts and jeans are a no-brainer. Blazer and slacks? Always a winner. And, when it comes to the cozier side of…
By Nicole Kliest

These Jewelry Street Style Trends Were Everywhere At Fashion Month

This season's fashion month street style served up an abundance of inspiration worth holding onto for the next six months or more. Editors, stylists, and creatives all sprinted from show to show in each of the four major cities, dressed in a mix of…
By Nicole Kliest

How To Wear Fall's Most Unexpected Cozy Street Style Trend

You probably don't think about capes all that often. Despite the fact that they've been around for centuries, they aren't exactly in every closet; maybe it's because they're more closely associated with the slew of superheroes that wear them, or…
By Nicole Kliest

The ‘70s Are Back At Celine Thanks To Hedi Slimane

One glance at Hedi Slimane's latest collection for Celine and you'll know for certain the '70s were on his mind. Bootcut jeans, prairie dresses, and cool, casual outerwear were the central pillars on his runway in Paris. The designer has now clocked…
By Nicole Kliest

Gucci's Spring 2020 Collection Is Something Totally Different For The Maximalist Brand

Bucking the notion that good things don't last long, Gucci designer Alessandro Michele proved he still has the magic touch. Michele has garnered a cult-like following throughout his five-year reign at the storied Italian fashion house, and this…
By Nicole Kliest

Confirmed: Bottega Veneta Is Still The Brand On Everyone's Lips

It's undeniable, all eyes are on Daniel Lee. The newly-appointed Bottega Veneta Creative Director unveiled his second runway collection for the 53-year old Italian fashion house during Milan Fashion Week and it was — as anticipated — met with…
By Nicole Kliest

9 Date-Night Outfits You'll Feel So Confident Wearing This Fall

The older you get, the more you probably realize your wardrobe need not consist of one-purpose pieces. There doesn't have to be a section of your closet solely for the office, another for weekend errands, a third for fall date-night outfits. Rather,…
By Nicole Kliest

These 7 Fall Boot Trends Are Going to Be Everywhere

A pair of boots that are stylish, versatile, and comfortable are the holy grail of autumn footwear: They're hard to track down, but once you do, you never want to take them off. In this arena, the easiest option is a simple pair of black ankle…
By Nicole Kliest

Marc Jacobs' Spring/Summer 2020 Show Capped Off NYFW With A Shot Of Nostalgia

It goes without saying, but you really can't put Marc Jacobs in a box. Each genius collection of his is equipped with an exquisitely distinct mood and well-defined aesthetic that gracefully punctuates the season from one to the next. Whether it be…
By Nicole Kliest

Predicted: These Will Be NYFW’s Biggest Street Style Trends

New York Fashion Week kicks off this week, which warrants making mention of what you can expect. First, designers will be showing their Spring/Summer 2020 collections, which, if last season's inspiring assortment of standout trends, splashy runway…
By Nicole Kliest

Meet The Fall Sweater You'll Wear From Now Until March

There's that one day when you know it's finally fall and the weather has cooled down enough to wear a sweater but not quite cool enough to wear a coat. It's that glorious time of year when putting together an outfit doesn't feel contingent on your…
By Nicole Kliest

This Unexpected Boot Trend Will Be Everywhere For Fall

You simply can't chat about fall style without bringing boots into the conversation. Ankle, thigh-high, or somewhere in between, boots and fall go hand in hand. And while you likely already have an arsenal of classic styles, as autumn approaches,…
By Nicole Kliest

This Is The Fall Hero Piece Your Closet Deserves

There are few scenarios in which a blazer doesn't make sense. It's great for the office of course, but even in casual scenarios — a dinner with friends, a weekend get-together, even a date — there's always a way to make your favorite blazer shine.…
By Nicole Kliest

'70s Suits Are Just As Wearable Now As They Were Back Then

The first time I wore a suit I was 17 years old headed to a five-day retreat to prep myself for university. Unsurprisingly, the component I was most concerned about was what to wear. I determined I needed a suit. Once at the event, I slipped into my…
By Nicole Kliest

Fall 2019's Biggest Color Trend Is Going To Surprise You

The return of fall usually signals the arrival of a rich, dark new color palette to fit with the changing seasonal tones. For the last several steamy summer months your dressing options have likely consisted of lightweight whites, breezy floral…
By Nicole Kliest

These Lingerie Trends Will Be Everywhere This Fall, According To Experts

A person's relationship with their intimates drawer can be quite fickle. Maybe you're like so many others out there who struggle with finding the right fit, cut, and fabric to cozy up to. Shopping for bras and underwear is similar to finding the…
By Nicole Kliest

This '90s Jeans Trend Is Surprisingly Back For Fall

Since the '50s, denim has emerged as one of the cooler categories in any given wardrobe. Whether it was James Dean as a Rebel Without a Cause, Haight Ashbury hippies during the counterculture movement, or grunge-loving teens throughout the '90s —…
By Nicole Kliest

7 Things To Do Before Getting Dressed Each Morning

Quickly getting out the door in the morning is one of those all-too-familiar stressors that's become a fashion industry trope. For some inexplicable reason, despite the most valiant of efforts, things don't always go as planned. There will always be…
By Nicole Kliest

This '80s Necklace Trend Will Be Huge In September

Halt right there. Before you fasten yet another dainty gold chain around your neck, you may want to consider an alternative. Over the course of the last year, these delicate layering strands — usually accompanied by a small pendant or even a baroque…
By Nicole Kliest

Prediction: These Fall Instagram Trends Are About to Blow Up

It's fair to say that a substantial portion of buzzy fashion trends originate on Instagram. Sure, runway collections and magazine spreads inform the industry, but the most accessible, democratic approach to style seems to be that of social media.…
By Nicole Kliest