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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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Partnering with Nordstrom is always a favorite job because their style and selection never disappoints, which makes my job that much easier. Today I’m going to go out on a limb and make a case for the lesser known cousin to traditional denim, the coated denim. With all the denim everywhere, it’s always good to mix it up. Here are my top 5 faves from Nordstrom.  The burgundy denim boasts a post-Christmas, binge-friendly lycra waistband, a flattering leg, and not to mention, an awesome price. As soon as these arrived in the mail, I tried them on, did my usual tight-jean dance and called these a winner. As for styling tips, I went with my usual size and paired it with an oversize distressed sweater and my husband’s scarf. The latter was meant to be a Christmas gift to him, but like I always tell the kids, “Sharing is Caring.” See also how I styled a scarf with Nordstrom HERE and shop my coated denim look below. Which was your favorite?

Thank you Nordstrom for partnering on this post! All opinions are my own.

burgundy coated denim 1822 DENIM (I’ll try these next) :: sweater ZADIG & VOLTAIRE SIMILAR :: scarf BURBERRY :: sunnies CHLOE :: nude strap heel Similar



 

skirt this and similar :: stripe top :: leather jacket :: sneakers ASH

This year marked our first year in California, and we love it. I can honestly say, we just now feel like we’re settled. This year also marked some awesome brand collaborations. I can’t wait to proceed into my 4th year of blogging. See a hint of what we have planned for 2017:

NEW DAILY CONTENT, fresh perspective. Expect daily posts up to 5 times a week.

More LIFESTYLE : answering the questions SO MANY of you ask about diet, daily exercise, die hard recipes I rely on with a big family.

NEWSLETTER this is new for me for 2017! I can’t wait to share more of the above straight to your inbox.

VIDEO showing how to’s and simple design hacks. More of this later!

STAFF I hope to bring on an intern for 2017, email me if you’re interested: mgmt@shalicenoel.com

Finally, THANK YOU to all of you who entered my $500 Nordstrom gift card giveaway!! The winner was Lauren Roy.

Feel free to comment on your 2017 goals, thoughts, and what you’re most looking forward to reading about. I’d love to read them.

Cheers to 2017! xx Shalice


I’m not one for too much sparkle, so this top was just enough. I love it paired with all black classics and embellished boots. Any fun plans for NYE besides wine, Netflix and chill?

boot FREE PEOPLE :: sweater TOPSHOP (I also like THIS) :: jacket SIMILAR :: sunnies QUAY :: jean AG 

skirt SEAFARER similar :: poncho :: boots FRYE :: twist neck top Chelsea and Walker

To be honest, when it comes to ponchos, I haven’t always been a fan. They’re either oversized, the wrong print, or miss-styled. However, there are a few worth sharing here. I’m loving this camel print from FRYE, the color block of this TULEROSA poncho and yes I found this one  under $30. And I’m secretly hoping this cooler LA winter sticks around so I can sport this $50 cape too. Our morning started with puff pancakes (see the recipe here), a little Boxing day shopping, then packing for our trip to the mountains. Hope your Monday is wonderful!

ps. Don’t forget to enter my $500 Nordstrom gift card giveaway HERE .

 

Ho, ho, ho! Guess what? In gratitude for you, my faithful followers, I’m giving away a $500 gift card to Nordstrom. No, I’m not kidding. It is one of my top online destinations so why not share the love? This is not sponsored, but simply a gift from me to you. How do you enter? Simply enter your email via the widget on the blog, and for an extra entry, comment on any of my recent posts on Instagram with the hashtag #shalicegiveaway. Your email will be signed up for my upcoming newsletter where you’ll be getting insider deets and the latest news. Winner will be announced on 12/30. Good luck! xo

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jeans :: coat asos :: sweater by rebecca minkoff :: sneakers by ash ::

How do you enter? Simply enter your email via the widget on the blog, and for an extra entry, comment on any of my recent posts on Instagram with the hashtag #shalicegiveaway. Your email will be signed up for my upcoming newsletter where you’ll be getting insider deets and the latest news. Winner will be announced on 12/30. Good luck! xo


Ramp up your basics with a camel coat (3/4 sleeve), and updated heels. I’m loving these slouchy jeans and cashmere sweater both from Vince. I tend to gravitate towards classic pieces, like a stripe top and flattering jeans, because I’ll probably wear them more than I’d like to admit, and they never go out of style. In other words, investment pieces. All of which I plan to wear for the upcoming date night over break. Can’t wait. In the meantime, read about our engagement story HERE. Merry Merry Christmas!

stripe sweater :: camel coat :: slouchy jeans :: stud heels  :: chloe sunnies 

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Sometimes all you need is a pink trench vest to lighten things up. I’m loving this one draped over my almost all black ensemble, perfect with heels or sneakers. While we’re talking trench coats, read all about how I styled this classic trench. Stay tuned for a fun giveaway coming up.

Happy Tuesday!

pink trench similar JOA similar :: sweater WILLOW & CLAY and this :: buckle heels :: legging jean :: sunnies 

1. CLASSIC SOREL – perfect for 4 days in a cabin in BIG BEAR. I also have these. 2. POMPOM so cheap and makes a great gift! Love it on my black weekender.

3. KNIT HAT so cute with a puffer vest and blue or black jeans. 4. FAUX FUR THROW perfect for your couch or the end of the bed. So SOFT!

5. VEST This chestnut fur looks so good with black. I got a 6US (fits like a 2/4) I also love this coat  6. SLIPPER perfect for chilly mornings! 7. FUR SLIDES I can these my ‘house shoes, ‘ a comfy upgrade that’s cute.




Sometimes you need one coat in your closet to spice things up. Well, this is it. I’m loving this combo – lots of gray (preferably off the shoulder and cozy) and multi-colored faux fur. Even though I cannot wear this coat past 11 o’clock or so in LA, I make the most of it. This sweater is lightweight and perfect for layering. For Christmas, I just wanna get all my sisters sweaters because they are so good. I hope you are more ahead on the Christmas cards and gifts than I am. I also styled faux fur here and here, if you missed it. Happy weekend!

grey sweater :: faux fur coat here too :: leatherette pant (cropped version) :: sunnies ::

Boots and similar boots

photos by Ryan Chua