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Faux shearling jacket in XS // Natalie knit in Small // Spanx in size small

Sequin top // Jeans size up! // Jersey dress $35! Woody Chloe flats // Valentino belt shown in size 80 (fits like a size 4)

Knit sweater in small in taupe gray // Spanx in size small // Satin skirt // Chunky knit cardigan // Woody flats

I on occasion will go to H&M new arrivals and go crazy. Well, I’m being dramatic, but you get the idea.

Here’s 4 finds under $50 that I was pleasantly surprised by: this knit, black dress and sparkle top. Which is your favorite?

No one does luxe layers like Varley. I’ve been wearing Varley for a couple years, and have always loved their workout looks from chic sports bras, to incredibly chic fleeces. They continue to innovate luxury layers that I cannot seem to live without. As we’re in between houses, I made sure to include my favorite Varley track pants and coordinating zip ups in my “only the essentials” duffle. I’ve been living in their joggers and zip ups here in Florida. Afterall, cozy clothes don’t have to be frumpy. Move over crop leggings, meet the joggers, knit zip up and jacket of dreams. Tell me your favorites and shop them all below.

Outfit 1

Rib beanie // Natalia half Zip // Quilted Coat // Sweat Pants (wearing small in desert sand)

Outfit 2

Side Zip Pants // Knit half zip in small “taupe gray” // Belt bag (wearing a small in all pieces)

Accessories: Spencer socks

Thank you Varley for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.

Skirt in small // Boots (size up) // Belt // Oversized cardigan // Turtleneck // Fendi strap or HERE // Meadow Satchel (trapunto monogram) // Sunglasses //

I turn 40 and I still can’t believe it! There’s a lot of trial and error that Reid and I have been though. I rounded up some things I’ve learned over the years.

Don’t take things too personally

Use face tape (shalice25 for 25% off at checkout!)

Do the research

Be kind

Work hard

Your husband is your partner in life. Picture both of you in a potato sack, trying to win a potato sack race. You gotta work together.

Take care of yourself: drink daily, eat well, sleep enough

Don’t confuse care with control.

You don’t owe anyone anything.

Serve God first.

Don’t people please, it isn’t genuine.

Wear arch support shoes daily. (these use code shalice10 and these for home are faves)

Listen to life giving words and give life giving words. It’s healthy.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. Take one day at a time.

Have a lovely weekend!

xx

Shalice

What I’m wearing:

ANTHROPOLOGIE

ETSY

lululemon

REVOLVE (check out these Levi’s under $100)

SHOPBOP

ShopShaliceNoel

JUST INGREDIENTS (I buy our tooth powder from here)

LULU & GEORGIA (Love their pleated pendants)

MODERE (Black Friday shop their winter wellness kit with my favorite LIFE collagen)

SAKS OFF 5TH

WALMART (I love their Free Assembly and Scoop lines)

What did you end up getting?

I love surprising people.  This may shock you, given my profession.  I rarely check my luggage when traveling!  The reasons why are obvious.  You save money.  You save time.  You save anxiety.  Here are some tips to travel lite for your next trip.

Rolling luggage is great, but duffle bags are much more chic.  I flew to Punta Cana, DR with this one.  I also find I can pack more into a duffle.  When packing, strategize outfits that are versatile and light.  Think silks, nylons and cottons.  Minimize your denim to one pair of your favorite jeans and switch outfit looks with various tops.  The planes and airports are freezing, so I wear my heaviest pieces en-route.  Heavy sweatshirts, long cardigan sweaters or both layered are favorite plane ride pieces.  My Shalice Noel Bleeker Street Poncho is also a great piece for the airport chill.

I carry a large purse for my personal item and a smaller shoulder bag that keeps my travel documents, wallet and essential self-care items secured.  I also fit some overflow pieces into my larger purse, like pajamas, cozy socks, and swim suit.  When I board the plane, I fit the small shoulder bag into my larger purse and the crew is happy.

Traveling comes with enough anxiety.  Knowing my luggage is with me while traveling saves me a lot of stress and I love a good challenge.  Let me know your packing tips and check out these favorite travel pieces below. 

Happy travels!  

Things I packed:

duffle bag

Large purse – Chanel cocoon and the MZ Wallace is a very similar affordable version

Small purse – leatherology meadow satchel I love to add my Fendi strap

Sweater tank

Cardigan sweater

Varley sweatshirt

My dress (small) // The kids pjs are gifts from Janie and Jack // Toddlers // Pine tree forest pjs

Atalie’s skirt // Atalie’s top

We’re working on a BIG (hard) project I can’t wait to share more later. The kids have been awesome in the midst of this transition. I’m loving these new comfy pjs from Janie and Jack. All that’s missing is a Christmas tree.

Hope your week is going well!

x

Shalice

Midi New York Bag // Leggings (sz small) // Burberry Trench // Hoodie // Boots tts

Linen Skirt sz 6 // Shopshalicenoel tee Small USE CODE LABORDAY15

Belt size 80 // Flatline sandals (I went down a half a size) // Straw Hat

I had to travel to get inspired. I love the white landscape of Alys Beach. This linen skirt with pockets is a favorite on repeat. I paired it with my favorite modal tee in black from Shop Shalice Noel.

Fall faves under $100

All under $100

  1. Leopard dress has great reviews and looks killer with tall boots
  2. Classic 501 Levi’s $98
  3. LBD has a great shape and great ruffle
  4. Half zip stripes $80!
  5. $59 sneakers FTW!
  6. $89 Levi’s black crop jeans I love to pair with booties for fall

Vest in small // Mens Jeans 510 // Similar to my FP Boots sz 40 tts // Duffle Bag (keepall 45) // Hat

5 Vests I’m loving

Denim vest how fun is this? Can be paired with the peasant top.

Double Breasted Vest – a classic

Single breasted waistcoat – menswear tailoring with a feminine edge

Ivory Sleeveless Double Breasted Vest – I’d pair with cropped skinny pants

Stripe Gray Vest – to pair with white pants or white jeans

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!