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How to Elongate your Legs

by Shalice Noel
written by Shalice Noel

pants // top (it’s 20% off today!) // agl boots similar on sale! and these // similar turquoise ring

Wanna know a trick of the trade? I’ve been a stylist for years and use this one trick when I get dressed. Here I wore stunning red pants from alice + olivia and I paired them with pointy red boots from agl.

Here’s my go-to style trick:

Wear the shoes the color of your pants for that elongated look. I get countless compliments on my pants when my shoes match my pants.  It tricks the eye into thinking the legs are longer than they really are. Did I get your attention? This works for an all camel look, monochrome white look, and if wearing jeans, style them with nude sandals or heels. It’s all about knowing simple tricks to look and feel your best.

I personally feel my best in wide leg pants, what do you feel best in?

These are under $70 // These are the one’s I’m wearing // These are $65 // These are $20!

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    Tuesday Tights: Leather versus Faux Leather

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    Someone recently asked me, faux leather pants/leggings versus real leather and vice versa? I have to say, the curated wardrobe needs both. Here, I’m wearing faux leather leggings for soccer practice, a quick coffee run, and overall comfort. When I wear real leather pants , I’m usually going out. They’re more structured and the material is thicker. I wear them with a drapey tunic, or a sequin top for more drama.

    red NY hat // trench coat (I’m wearing a small)// faux leather legging (I’m wearing a small) // top knot top (only $34! and I’m wearing a small) // these sneakers are ($40)! //

    Below are some cute trenches and plus one for the mister in your life:

    If you are going to invest in leather pants, opt for high waisted. These are cute and I included some real leather options below:

    Here’s my outfit details from today’s post!

    “In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.”

    Coco Chanel

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    Monday Notes

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    Trench (wearing a small and I’m 5’9″)// Sweater // Denim Cutoffs similar // Bag // Turquoise Ring similar

    When you’re feeling uninspired what do you do? When I’m feeling uninspired, I reach for one accessory that inspires me or “sparks joy”! This time it was this vintage inspired logo canvas Fendi bag. It is so simple yet classic and timeless. I reached for my (under $100) trench coat, denim shorts, and oversize sweater to complete the look. If you really wanted to kick it up a notch for date night, I would add a red lip! Bare Minerals “Srsly Red” is a new favorite.

    Some Weekend Notes:

    I’m loving these hair pills and these gummies, have you tried? My friend, a cancer survivor, said this collagen is helping her come back in nice and full. Yay!

    I just started using ACV – apple cider vinegar – 1/2 cup of vinegar and 1/2 cup of water, to rinse over scalp first before use of shampoo and conditioner. It helped my hair feel lighter and less oily.

    My alo faux fur jacket is back in stock in all sizes, hooray!

    I’m obsessed with these lentil chips that have protein. They’re almost too yummy to be called “healthy”

    Have a great weekend!

    Beauty

    TOP 10 Red Lipsticks

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    Sometimes the best accessory is not a bag or shoe but a RED LIP. Those listed below are lip colors my readers on Instagram gave me. I have already tried Bare Minerals “Srsly Red” but can’t wait to try Kosas, the clean beauty line. A clean beauty lipstick isn’t a bad option, after all the average girl eats 4 lbs of lipstick in her lifetime! Don’t forget “Give a women the right lipstick and she can conquer the world”and Bill Blass said, when in doubt, “wear red.” I can’t say I disagree.

    Happy Valentines Day!

    bare minerals “srsly red” // feels so grand by MAC (red) // Burning Love by MAC
    Maybelline Hot Lava // Clean beauty – KOSAS Thrillist // Dior 999 in Matte // Kat Von D outlaw // MAC Ruby Woo // Nars Lip pencil in “Cruella” // Anastasia “American Doll”

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    Shalice’s Fab 4 Smoothie

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    First of all, what is a Fab4 Smoothie? It was founded by Kelly LaVeque, author of Body Love. She describes how this combination of smoothie doesn’t allow the sugar spike thanks to a balance of fat, protein, greens and a small amount of sugar. I’ve been enjoying it since I was pregnant and noticed more energy and sustained energy. On a good day, if I have this for breakfast, I’m not hungry till 12 or 1pm.

    I’ve explained it in an earlier post, but here is the gist:

    #FAB4Smoothie: Protein (20g minimum) + Fiber (10g minimum) + 1 Tbsp. Fat + Handful Greens + 1/4 Cup Fruit + Superfoods + Liquid

    1 TB almond butter// 1 frozen banana // 1 cup frozen pineapple // 2 cups frozen organic spinach // 1 TB chia seeds // unsweetened almond milk // 2 meyer lemons (add at the end) //

    Directions: blend till smooth in a vitamix or blender. I add the lemons at the end and drink immediately.

    I explain more in this post about how I am changing the way our family eats.

    How are you making healthy changes in 2019?

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    Wardrobe Basics I use Over and Over again

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    Gucci belt // GG sneakers // black jeans // Black OTK boots // white peasant top // white tee // black tee // trench // camel coat // white turtleneck and this one // leopard boots // red hat // denim jeans // leather jacket and THIS one is on sale for $52) // rocker tee and this one // denim shorts and this longer version // leopard skirt

    When I was packing for 2 weeks in Omaha and Chicago this Christmas, I was struck by what pieces I continue to use over and over again. From a trusty camel coat and Gucci belt to flattering black jeans, you don’t need thousands of items to look chic, but really only a couple. I’ve traveled a lot, styled thousands of outfits and have scoured the internet for the practical yet chic pieces. I also am a firm believer in “investment buys” such as Stuart Weitzman OTK boots. Are they pricy, yeah! Will I wear them 25+ times this fall/Winter/Spring, YES. So the cost per wear is worth it. And you know what, I only used a couple like over the knee boots and black jeans that seemed to go with everything. Don’t tell Reid I didn’t need such a big bag. See below some faves the in the below categories.

    Jackets and Coats  

    Jackets and coats are worth the investment. After all, they coverup a whole outfit. So invest wisely.

    camel coat // trench // black leather jacket // faux leather jacket

    Tops / Sweaters

    rocker tee // white turtleneck sweater // peasant top

    Pants / Jeans

    black jeans // denim jeans // faux leather pants

    Shoes

    GG sneakers // nude pumps (under $60!) // black pumps // black boots // red flats // leopard boots

    Handbags/Accessories

    red bag // Chloe Faye // black bag // black backpack

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    How I Styled Sequin Joggers

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    clutch by Olga Berg // sequin joggers // turtleneck sweater // sneakers // sunnies similar // camel coat zara similar //

    clutch by Olga Berg // sequin joggers // turtleneck sweater // sneakers // sunnies similar // camel coat zara similar //

    I’m a huge fan of flattering joggers let alone sequin joggers. Sometimes you need a little pop of metallic to wake up an otherwise neutral winter look. I’m wearing a small and it has a drawstring waist. I like the classic jogger ankle to compliment a pump for evening or sneaker for day. My wardrobe needs to be as versatile as my lifestyle!

    Have you tried sequin joggers?

    Beauty

    How I use Clarins Double Serum

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    Why serum? Ever since we moved to LA from Chicago, I’ve been using serum. Partly because I am into my 30’s and thinking about the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and wanting better skin and improving radiance. I recently mentioned to my best friend about using serum and to my shock, she said she doesn’t use serum. I told her, you can’t afford not to and introduced her to Clarins’ Double Serum. It’s a bio-inspired, anti-aging serum, with a two-phase hydric (water soluble) and lipidic formula that, for the first time decodes the language of youth. Does that last sentence catch your attention?

    If you’re not familiar with bio-inspired lipidic formula, that’s scientific  for “reduces the appearance of pores, improves radiance, evens skin tone, firms and visibly reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles.” It can be used morning or evening after cleansing your skin.  How do I apply it, you ask? Apply a small amount into the palm of your hand, warm between hands before gently pressing into your skin applying on you face, neck, and décolleté. Keep in mind, it takes 28 days to see the full effects of your serum. What do you think, do you use serum?

    Thank you Clarins for sponsoring this post

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    Our Family’s Garmin Smartwatches

    by Shalice Noel
    written by Shalice Noel

    my watch // the boys watches (THIS is an option for the girls too!)

    You know that one thing you really needed but you didn’t know you needed till you have it? Well, that’s how I feel about the new Garmin watches my kids and I recently received. Here’s an example of the new normal in our house. I was in the dining room when I heard stomping and laughter in the foyer. I inquired what they were doing and my boys were doing stairs to gain more points on their new vívofit® jr. 2 watches. Hilarious but true. Each of those points they so arduously culminate translate to daily goals. When they meet their goals they receive coins and with coins I can track progress and deliver rewards as I see fit. Our house is abuzz with talk of earning point and rewards as you can imagine! The watch connects to the vívofit® jr. app on my phone.  Through the app, I’m even able to assign chores and alarms when the jobs need to be completed for coins.  The kids are remarkably motivated to get their tasks done.  The app also includes access to a game the kids can play when their goals have been met for the day.  The boys are also learning about time and having the digital watch has made them aware of what time of day it is…something new for us.

    The new habits in our house aren’t just about the boys though. I’m building new habits this year as well. I’m wearing the new Garmin fēnix® 5 Plus.  It’s helped me realize my activity level throughout the day, my heart rate and through the Garmin app, I can even track my workout schedule.  Which is my new 2019 goal, to regularly and purposefully workout.  Carrying Levi all day no longer counts as my arm workout girlfriends!  The new watch fits into my lifestyle choices seamlessly.  I’m motivated to be better at what I do and I really dig the style of the watch.  My style choice of watches are always on the more masculine side.  I guess I like the weightiness and it makes me feel stronger as I’m pushing through a workout.  But I also like wearing it wherever we are headed.  Sunday night we went to the beach for a sunset stroll a little beach side workout or to the grocery store.  Plus, when Reid asked me what I did today I have evidence and can honestly say… I did 7,000 steps.  Gives new meaning to the Johnny Cash song, “I’ve been everywhere, Man”!  It’s my new normal.  What’s your new normal this year?

      Some facts to get excited about:

      Leave your cards at home, use Garmin Pay and make payments via your watch.
      Play your favorite music from your phone using streaming services such as Spotify.
      $30 off Vivomove HR and $20 off Vivofit Jr from February 3 to February 16.

        Thank you Garmin for sponsoring this post!

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        What I picked up at Rebecca Minkoff

        by Shalice Noel
        written by Shalice Noel

        I recently picked up some goodies at my local Rebecca Minkoff store on Melrose. Friends, I found ALL the things. Namely gorgeous bags (I couldn’t decide on) and chic shoes. Here’s what I was loving:

        similar blazer // sandals // overalls // camel turtleneck // backpack I also like this shoulder bag

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