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Shalice Noel

This is our new sectional from Kathy Kuo Home

Exact one HERE


We have a new addition to our home.  A new sectional.  With seven people in our home we are often fighting for seats, so a new sectional was a part of our peace treaty.  When picking out a sectional, keep size and scale in mind.  We’ve discussed this before when we purchased our Pasadena house sectional.  See article here.

For our current home, the space is not large.  In Georgia, they call it a Keeping Room.  A sectional is a big investment, so study the specs carefully.  To make sure the dimensions work for your space, a helpful tip someone gave me is to use blue masking tape on the floor to match the sectional dimensions. It’s a great way to visualize how the sectional will look before it’s delivered. Genius!

In terms of style, I like a modern look with sharp corners and rectangular geometry.  I prefer couches that sit off the floor as if it was floating.  I also like cushions that are fastened down to keep the kids from having pillow fights.

The color is beige and coordinates with our fireplace stone work and mantle.  I LOVE how this room turned out. A perfect marriage of modern and traditional. What do you think?

See more of Shalice’s Nordstrom Anniversary Sale pick’s HERE

My Prime Day Edit

by Shalice Noel

Shop now! Today, we bought a curl bar, new button up that looks like designer, tweezers, a maxi dress, wax for waxing, and a black slip skirt.

I love this lip sleep mask ( I use religiously) and these topiary balls, I bought 4 to go around our pool.

Visit my Amazon page

Outdoor Furniture

flats like Monolo fits tts

Below is a boutique widget of what I’ve been favoriting lately. Happy Prime Day!

Today I visited my local Nordstrom with Reid and styled some looks! There were too many florals and print if you ask me so I combed through the selection with a fine tooth comb. Which look is your favorite?

Mother Jeans – have tons of stretch so you can go down a size. I tried on a 26, and 25, and ended up getting a 25.

FRAME dress. Gorgeous shape, sleeves and cut. A must have if it’s not sold out. I got a small/.

Sam Edelman boots I went down half a size since they were sold out of size 9.

L’Agence Flares – I got my true 26

Valentino Belt not included in the NSALE, but its reversible, I’ve worn it more times than I can count and downright chic. Definitely, a worthy investment buy.

Ted Baker Trench – super chic but keep in mind it runs small, I’m wearing a size 1 here.

Pink Nordstrom Suit Pant and Blazer. Sold separately. I got a small in the blazer, size 4 in the pants.

FRAME pink silk top I got a small

Treasure & Bond Stripe Sweater – I got a medium since oversized is so hot right now. I love a cozy knit for fall.

Cloud Swift Running Shoe – So comfy. I got my true size. Now I know why this brand has a huge cult following.

Eileen Fisher Wide leg pants – perfect for travel, with pockets. I got an XS (sz 2-4) and has a comfy viscose spandex blend. Made in USA.

Louis Vuitton Toiletry 26 Bag – love this underrated bag for day or night!

Hi friends!I’ve done this edit for about 8+ years. I hope you find it helpful that I give sizes and colors shown. Nordstrom lowered their commission significantly, so for efficiency sake, I’m not staying up all night getting my edit together. I like to keep my edit to the sale short and sweet. I really enjoyed putting these looks together. I mean, how chic is plaid and suede? I hope you, my reader knows I value YOU most importantly and that I’m grateful you’re here. Ask any questions ! I’ll be adding more items as I see fit.

Gratefully,

xx

Shalice

My TOP 13

Clare V bag

Caviar hair care – my hair stylist recommended this one

Wrap in gray 

Kettle we love in black 

Brown chic boots

Rib Ruana

Marant Sunnies

Reiss Coat

AG Jeans under $100!

Diptyque – makes a great gift!

Kiehls lotion

Nikes

Animal print pj’s

LOOK 1 BLANKNYC jeans wearing sz 26 Slit hems, 100% cotton (NSALE) // Bodysuit in small (NSALE) // Hat // Like Chanel Pumps // Chloe Bag

LOOK 2 Plaid Blazer wearing size medium // Chanel Bag // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Slides – Rothys – new release

LOOK 3 Flannel color “make it happen” size small // Suede Skirt wearing size 26// Slides use code SHALICENOEL10

LOOK 4 Work wear anyone? Love these Pleated Trousers that fit SO good // Also comes in a VEST that I have my eye on // Hat // Bodysuit size small // Mules // Duffel Bag

LOOK 5 Bodysuit size small // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Slides use code SHALICENOEL10

LOOK 6 Plaid Blazer wearing size medium // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Rothys Slides

LOOK 7 Smocked ruffle top in size small, color: mauve only $39! // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Loci Sneakers similar // Straw Hat I love!!

LOOK 8 Bodysuit size small // Plaid Blazer wearing size medium // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Slides use code SHALICENOEL10

LOOK 9 Flannel shacket size small // Vince Camuto Boots in color: mountain gray/ 3″ heel, nice flattering points.

LOOK 10 Dolman Sleeve Off the Shoulder in gray, size small, Style tip: fits drapey, add a front tuck. // Jeans use code NOELXAVE // Gucci slides //

LOOK 11 BLANKNYC jeans wearing sz 26 Slit hems, 100% cotton (NSALE) // Bodysuit in small (NSALE) // Hat // Mules // Small Chloe bag

LOOK 12 Flannel shacket size small // Suede Skirt wearing size 26 // Boyfriend tee in size XS // Vince Camuto Boots, 2.5″ heel, leather upper, color shown: warm caramel

Spanx size small (size up) // Suede jacket // Similar MZ Wallace tote // Black tee

Spanx size up // Tee // Trucker Jacket – wearing a men’s large // High top Sneakers – get your true size. I’m a 9, and ordered 39

Shoes Edit

HOME EDIT (we have the Green pans and Fellow kettle)

Men’s Edit

I’ve been covering the NSALE for many years. I think 2018 was my first Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, can you believe?

It’s a fun highlight to my summer and convenient excuse to get out of the house. IYKYK.

Dates to remember:

June 29th: Online Preview Begins – You can add more items to your cart

July 6th: Early Access for Icon Status Cardholders

July 7th: Early Access for Ambassador status cardholders

July 9th: Early Access for Influencer status cardholders

July 15th: Sale opens to the Public

July 31: Sale ends and prices go up to full price

How do I get Early Access?

Early access to the sale is available to all Nordstrom cardmembers. The sale start dates are arranged based on your Nordstrom cardmember status. You can find your Nordstrom cardmember status here.

If you don’t have a card, you can sign up for one here.

What do I do now?

  1. Get a Nordstrom Card
  2. Start your wishlist

See you on IG stories, facebook, and the blog post for dressing room diaries of the finest and best of the sale 😉 I’m buying gifts for friends and family. Its a great time to get holiday gifts on discount for the “hard to buy for” like my dad and teachers. What are you looking for?

Happy Shopping!

I have a soft spot for crisp white jeans for summer. I love the crop on these and slight distressing but no holes – yet! As far as fit, these run a tad bit small, and you should size up. Use code NOELXAVE for 20% off anything at The Avenue. Happy Shopping!

JEANS USE CODE NOELXAVE for 20% off // SANDALS BEEK CODE SHALICENOEL10 // TOP SHOWN IN SIZE XS

I’m super picky when it comes to my headbands. Number one, they have to be versatile, so I can mix and match many outfits accordingly. Isn’t it pretty? I especially love the pink flowers against the light blue background. What do you think?

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Do you ever drive past a place, see lots of activity but have no clue what all the hustle is?  Reid and I needed a quick overnight getaway and parenting break.  We decided to drive down to one of our favorite beaches in Florida.  This was a last-minute trip and Reid booked the day before we left.  We thought we would just get a typical hotel chain since it was so last minute.  Reid did a search all over Florida’s 30A and thankfully discovered this quaint vintage Bed and Breakfast in Grayton Beach, Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse. 

https://www.hibiscusflorida.com/

We arrived at 5:00pm and the check-in process was super simple.  They had texted Reid’s phone with arrival instructions, and everything was waiting for us.  Our room was the Funky Bird Room, located on the first floor of Bert’s Barn.  The grounds are lush with Florida plants and a big front porch.  Upon entering the old-fashioned room, you are entertained with vintage bird art sprinkled into the décor.  It’s not fancy, but feels hip and very Anthropologie.  Just my thing.  The room included a small kitchen with full size sink, mini-fridge and microwave.  Just what we need for a one night stay and no kids.

It was fun staying the night and feeling like we were going back in time, but the best part was waking up to the Florida sun and heading over to the café for breakfast.  Yes!  This place still give you breakfast, for free!  It is not pre-packaged danishes either.  Reid and I each had fresh old fashioned oatmeal topped with fresh fruit while I had homemade granola and milk.  Might I add, the coffee was one of the best on 30A.

As a small business owner myself, I encourage you to check out this quaint, family owned guesthouse.  It was a great retreat.  Great, walkable location and most importantly, great coffee!

See you in Florida.  (If you have a need for a place that sleeps 10, check out this rental.

The slip skirt is the un-sung hero of the closet. It is both flattering and feels like pajamas. Win-win.

Slip Skirt and black slip skirt // Safari Top // Loci Sneakers and similar / Straw Bag // Art // Planter // Olive tree