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{shop} Four Faux Fur

by Shalice Noel October 5, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

The silver lining to dipping temps? Why faux fur of course. I can’t get enough of them worn over jeans or dresses. Here’s my top four that I’ll be reaching for come forty-nine degrees, that is, besides a venti hot chocolate with extra whip. What are some of your faves?

1. Blush faux fur that’s sporty and sweet? yes please. (ANTHROPOLOGIE)

2. Nothing beats a faux fur collar, well, maybe an Aquazzura sample sale. Just sayin. (F21)

3. The bigger the coat, the skinnier your legs look. Not a fact, but worth a try. (ASOS)

4. The kind of faux fur that fakes you out, glams you up, and never leaves you disappointed. (ELIZA J)

jeans MADEWELL / fur ELIZA J / booties M.GEMI / Hat SIMILAR

October 5, 2015

Chicago Fall Fashion Fashion Uncategorized

{fashion} Mustard pants

by Shalice Noel September 29, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

At first, I wasn’t sure if I loved or hated mustard pants. I loved the color paired with classic suede but I’ll admit, as a stylist, it’s not an easy color to pull off. But something held my eye once I saw them, so I took them home to experiment. I discovered I liked them best with similar tones, like browns, but loved it layered with a feminine blouse, masculine plaid and versatile booties. It just felt so fall! Give it a try! I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Plaid is another great fall favorite, dressed up or down, and I can’t wait to layer it with a moto jacket. At the moment I’m off to catch a plane to JFK for the Kendra Scott dinner in NYC. Looking forward to this quick trip, and thankful for the short 48 hour getaway to meet new faces. Naturally, I packed some plaid and mustard along with leather. Happy fall!

Booties M.GEMI / Fringe Jacket FOREVER 21 / Mustard pant ZARA (SIMILAR TOPSHOP) (ASOS) / Blouse ZARA SIMILAR ANTHROPOLOGIE / PLAID SIMILAR ACE

Photography credit: Mollie Moran

Shot on Location at Logan Square, Chicago, IL

September 29, 2015

Fashion Featured

{travel} NYFW Recap

by Shalice Noel September 18, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

skirt TOPSHOP / chucks CONVERSE /
blazer SIMILAR / tank COOPER & ELLA

jeans TOPSHOP / faux fur vest TOPSHOP

dress TOPSHOP / leather trench VINTAGE
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NYFW 2015 had a bit of a rocky start. Due to a Tiffany and Co. event in Chicago, we ended up changing our flight last minute, which left us stranded in stormy Raleigh-Durham. A couple Cliff bars and ten iced coffees later, we pulled into the Boro Hotel. Oh, the Boro. Between the unconventional check in (at a long dining table!), European vibes (cool lighting, danish furniture, breakfast included), and large airy room, I was ready to hit the ground running. Even the rain, and there was lots and lots of rain, was no damper on the excitement. We didn’t stay long in our room, since I was off to brunch at the Soho House for Shopburu, fittings at Rebekah Minkoff, and the NYFW cruise. The Statue of Liberty was so beautiful that I almost didn’t notice the major rocking of the boat … almost. I’m pretty sure NY has only one speed, and that is fast-forward! Between the shows I was able to meet with key brands I work with on a regular basis, and it was amazing to see the faces behind the names and talk shop. Among them were Faryl Robin, Rebekah Minkoff, Shoshanna, and Eliza J. I was honored to have been dressed head to toe by Rebekah Minkoff’s team who pulled looks at their studio two days prior to the show where I got to try on everything. Such a dream! And I can’t stop thinking about the bohemian rhapsody at Rachel Zoe. Spring is going to be a great time to be pregnant with all of the flowing dresses and oversize blouses. Not an announcement. Just an fyi. 🙂

6 Ways to Survive NYFW

1. When you can’t walk without rubbing your blisters, get two blocks in a cab due to traffic, and don’t know where the train station is? Download the Uber app.
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2. Email every PR firm you know to get into as many fashion shows as possible. The ones you don’t get into, ask or wait around. But alway look the part.

3. You’re always hungry, so pack small bags of nuts in your clutch. They’ll come in handy when you discover that all the parties only serve fried potato hash. Yuck.

4. Bring flats in a bag. Your toes will thank you. Think Yosi’s that fold in two.

5. Ask the girls at the showrooms where they eat. Get a local’s perspective. Our favorites? Lá Grainne Café, Chalkpoint, and any street Lebanese sandwiches!
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6. Don’t feel bad saying no at times. Sometimes you just need to put your feet up and enjoy a treat at the Doughnut Plant.

September 18, 2015

Fall Fashion Fashion

{fashion} 70’s Flares with Talbots

by Shalice Noel September 11, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

flares c/o TALBOTS
wrap c/o TALBOTS
chambray c/o TALBOTS
sandals SIMILAR ENZO ANGIOLINI
sunnies RAY BAN

Photography credit: Jorjah-B Photography

I’m currently at New York Fashion Week and there is no denying flares are a fall must–have. A 70’s revival of sorts. Thankfully, I kept a lot of my flares and bells from high school and college. Way to think ahead right? Or, maybe I need to practice more spring cleaning. Yikes. Either way, flares give that effortless chic vibe. Here, I’m sporting the Talbot’s Flawless 5-pocket paired with chambray. A combination I can’t get enough of. See more of their Flawless 5 Pocket Jeans for more info. Now back to dodging the rain at NYFW!

September 11, 2015

Anthropologie Fashion http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008/kind#post Peter Som Ready to Wear

{fashion} Anthropologie X Peter Som

by Shalice Noel August 29, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

sweater c/o PETER SOM FOR ANTHROPOLOGIE
skirt c/o PETER SOM FOR ANTHROPOLOGIE
boots ISOLA
hat HINGE

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boots c/o ANTHROPOLOGIE KELSI DAGGAR
jeans (AG tux sold out) SIMILAR TOPSHOP
faux fur vest TOPSHOP
hat HINGE
Photography credit JORJAH-B PHOTOGRAPHY

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Anthropologie and Peter Som joined forces for an eclectic mix of happy florals and unexpected lines. A perfect collab. I love that I can wear this stripe sweater with jeans for taco night, or wrapped around a maxi dress. See more of the Anthropologie X Peter Som capsule collection online. Meanwhile, my mother-in-law is coming to visit tomorrow and I cannot wait! She folds clothes like no one I know and loves chocolate just as much as I do. I’ll have plenty of excuses to break out either of these outfits again next weekend.

Happy Saturday!

shalice

August 29, 2015

Chicago Fashion http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008/kind#post Spring Spring Fashion Style

{fashion} Daddy Long Legs

by Shalice Noel March 9, 2015

written by Shalice Noel

1 Pants / Crop Top (runs small, only $15!) / Clutch / Pumps / Lip liner

2 Pants / Nude Silk Top / Pumps (similar) / Hat / Denim Jacket, mine is vintage, similar here

3 Dress / Jeans / Boots

Although this week consisted of nursing sick kids back to health and getting ready for my in-laws to come to town, there was something magical in the air: new warmth and longer days. I love spring! To me, spring is synonymous with white pants although I’m better at styling them than keeping them white. Hello shout wipes! These pants epitomize effortless chic paired with a silk blouse and easily transition from church to date night before you can say palm crop top. But anything that elongates the leg, (hello nude heel), and universally flatters the skin tone, is worth keeping around. Yes? Now, we need the sequel to The Long Winter.

Cheers to spring!

Tags: Nordstrom, Spring, Fashion, Spring Fashion, Chicago, Style

March 9, 2015

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