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Fall Fashion

Jagger boot :: jeans DL1961 :: sweater FEEL THE PIECE :: coat STORETS :: hat NORDSTROM

 Hats are great to make any outfit more casual. I’m loving baseball hats on bad hair days, like today, or just to make an outfit less formal. A real quick way to make an outfit look put together and chic is a baseball cap and topcoat. Underneath I have a simple turtleneck and jeans. When I’m out running around with my boys while the girls are at school, we usually have lots of errands to run and all I need are easy separates and a chic coat. See more casual chic HERE. And here are a couple topcoats I’m loving from around the web. Happy Tuesday!

Valentines Day is coming up and Reid and I are headed someplace warm, sans kids. We’re super excited to get away and can’t wait for an excuse to sit by the pool without an interruption. So, this Valentines Day, I’m loving bright pink ruffles (no surprise), trusty Levis, and blush ankle strap heels. If you’re unsure how to style bright and loud colors, pair them with jeans and a muted suede trench. It looks a lot more pulled together. Since we’re talking about Valentine’s Day, here’s me and Reid’s engagement story if you missed it. Hope you are off to a lovely week!

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What I’m Wearing

jeans LEVIS and THESE  :: heels VIA SPIGA SIMILAR and SIMILAR :: top STORETS  :: suede trench SIMILAR and SIMILAR 


Is your work wardrobe slacking? You may be surprised what a couple updates will do to your overall look. Welcome the ruffle sleeve, the gray topper, the pencil skirt and over-the-knee-boots. These are some simple chic pieces that will finish any look. I can easily trade the boots for flats and a leather jacket, or the pencil skirt for skinny jeans. The options are limitless when you have neutral basics. See more workwear in THIS earlier post. What’s your favorite go-to look?

gray coat SIMILAR :: ruffle top MCGUIRE :: skirt LUCY PARIS SIMILAR :: boots STUART WEITZMAN or THESE :: bag J.W. ANDERSON and THIS :: sunnies CHLOE

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  1. My hubby’s tip is: Cropping does wonders to a photo.
  2. What are my favorite Instagram photo editing tools? VSCO cam and Facetune
  3. Have your photographer take your pictures at a low angle, it’s usually more flattering
  4. Basics Walls allow outfits to pop. Find a good wall! I have two faves I love here in LA, they’re pretty ‘plain,’ but they allow the colors to pop.

dress MISA LOS ANGELES also THIS gorgeous one :: wrap heels TOPSHOP :: coat MAJORELLE :: earrings TAI JEWELRY :: sunnies CHLOE

Feel free to share your tips, favorite editing apps, etc? Happy Friday!

braid by Tim at Ecco Salon. visit his page HERE, and visit him on instagram @tvuchsas.hair

top and bottoms VARLEY :: ring NORDSTROM :: sneakers REEBOK :: camel coat SIMILAR 

The MOST requested topic has been DIET. While, I’m no expert, or dietician, Here’s what on my plate on an average day. I try and limit sugar and bread in my diet, although I believe in cheat days! Here’s a normal day minus birthday parties and taco Tuesday! Also, some key athletic apparel can not only motivate you to work out, but up your casual game. I show some of my favorites below. Don’t forget, a trench, a camel coat, and fun sneakers finish the look. So, without further adieu, here’s my everyday diet:

B : Pumpkin seed granola and almond milk (I buy the variety that is less than 7 grams of sugar) almond milk latte and a green smoothie consisting of kale, sometimes beet, frozen banana, frozen pineapple, coconut water, and chia seeds) * This combo changes daily to keep it interesting

L : Big kale salad, a couple cups of kale, sliced turkey, black olives, feta cheese, and homemade dressing: 

1/3 cup grapeseed oil, 3T balsamic vinegar, 3 T sugar, 1 t salt, 1 t crushed garlic,

D : Chicken and Rice – We have a family joke about how often we eat this combo, but you cannot deny how versatile and healthy it is. My kids are always asking, are we having chicken and rice again? I have a million varieties including a soup version. So good!

Snacks: Raw almonds (good protein and packed with wrinkle fighting vitamin E), avocados (antioxidents and tons of good fat), oranges or grapefruit (a great snack to boost vitamin C, and builds collagen, hello younger skin!)

+Keep drinking lots of water, green and dandelion tea in between meals will give you energy.

I also refer to this topic in a later post HERE on the blog.

Comment with any additional questions, comments and your favorite smoothie recipe! Here’s to a healthy 2017!

Sometimes cozy looks a lot less like a bathrobe and a lot more like a cozy off the shoulder sweater and jeans, am I right? See more of how to master the cozy look HERE. Happy Humpday!

flats REBECCA MINKOFF :: jeans SP BLACK :: top TROUVE :: jacket OAK LA :: sunnies CHLOE :: watch SWAROVSKI

I would hang up your fringe skirts for another season and stock up on the pleats. Pleated skirts and maxi dresses move beautifully and show no signs of moving on. I, of course, love them with all black. No brainer. And if I could order them in a girl’s size 6, I’d be even more overjoyed. See also how I styled THIS olive look. Meanwhile, hubs and I are working on an exciting project, grappling with creating something completely new, teaching ourselves and staying motivated to always work hard and juggle family life. Sorry to be vague, but more details to follow. Your dreams should push you, move you to unchartered territory, and ultimately scare you. Dream big! What’s the biggest dream you’ve had?

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. – MLK jr.

skirt ASOS :: bell sleeve top F21 SIMILAR  :: boots MANGO similar :: bag FABIANA FILLIPPI

 


top VARLEY :: leggings VARLEY :: trench (vintage) SIMILAR

Here’s a sneak peek of the “athleisure” pieces I’ve been loving lately, I mean, how great is this mesh top? What’s better than mixing an everyday trench coat with a mesh workout top and leggings? So fun and secretly, soooo comfy.

Without further adieu, the winner of the Jane Pope turquoise ring giveaway is . . . . . Amanda (who has been notified via email). Huge Congrats Amanda!! And thank you to ALL of you who entered. Means a lot for you to stop by my blog, not only reading and entering but commenting! I loved reading all your favorites and why. See more of Jane Pope Jewelry, hope you’re having an awesome weekend!

xx shalice

Camoflage is that pop of edge I love adding to my layers, a camo tee under a trench coat? Yes, please. I rounded up some pretty cool camoflage threads sure to turn heads, and vamp up your look in a nonchalant kind of way. Which is your favorite? Also, don’t miss my 4 special tees HERE. Happy humpday!

:: 1. workout bra top and 2. bottom :: 3. drawstring jacket  :: :: 4. watch :: 5. gold aviators  :: 6. faux fur trim coat :: 7. canvas sneaker :: 8. black jean ::

It’s back to school this week, and although I’m feeling the pains of routine (i.e. getting the kids out the door by 8am), it’s good to be back. This winter, it’s all about upping your layering game. And apparently January in LA mandates all the layers as its been so chilly and wet. Here, I paired a bell sleeve sweater and studded military jacket with simple jeans and heels. I love that I could also pair this sweater with a black leather jacket for a black and gray look. Stylist tip: order one size up in sweaters or tees to get that cozy off-the-shoulder-look. And THANK YOU for entering the Jane Pope ring giveaway! If you missed it, you can still sign up till the 13th, details in this post. Happy Tuesday!

jeans LEVIS :: sweater (sz small) :: ring JPJ ::

jacket SANCTUARY

 

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