3 year Anniversary

by Shalice Noel

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dress REBECCA MINKOFF SIMILAR/shoes TOPSHOP / bag MCM

 

To celebrate my 3-year blog anniversary, I’m giving away what I would want to receive: $100 to spend at Nordstrom. It also happens to be the Nordstrom Anniversary sale this week. Get excited. It’s seriously so good and I usually score some great essentials that carry me through to fall. 

I started shalicenoel.com after I had my 4th child and needed an outlet. Hooray for hobbies that turn into legit jobs! I painstakingly created flatlay #ootd’s on our wood floor, took 100 shoe seflies #fromwhereistand and chased the light before I went in to make dinner. I use the word ‘painstakingly’ because I was doing the flatlays between replenishing my little people’s water cups, wiping bottoms, answering the door, and cleaning up the baby powder before someone slipped in it. To say it’s been a roller coaster is an understatement. So many highs, like awesome partnerships with Burberry and Nordstrom, and lows – oh, I have a sick kid AND a deadline. Hmm, how’s this going to look? I’ve learned by trial and error what works and what doesn’t, but I always seem to be reevaluating weekly. I have days that I question what I do, and I think any working mom will empathize. But at the end of the day it’s about relationships and you only do what you can do. We’re only human. I’m thankful to my omnipotent God, my supportive husband, patient children and good coffee.

To thank YOU, for following along, leave a comment below and I’ll choose a random person below to give them the $100 Nordstrom giftcard. Not sponsored. Winner announced Wednesday 7/13.

Good luck!

See a flashback below . . .

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a Chicago back alley that happens to match my thrifted dress #winning
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Wearing an all thrifted look. My friend Georgia, took my first blog photo’s.IMG_6984 IMG_4323My oldest peeking through – her idea!

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65 comments

Alex B July 11, 2016 - 4:15 pm

I love your blog! I recently found it through Instagram and it’s become one of my favorites to check for style inspiration! Congratulations on your blog anniversary!

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 4:38 pm

Thank Alex – such sweet words 😉

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Janna July 11, 2016 - 4:37 pm

You may only be human, but you are one crazy impressive human! Congratulations and awesome work! <3 <3 <3 !

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 4:39 pm

Janna – you are a bigger support than you know xox

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Jessica English July 11, 2016 - 4:38 pm

I’ve followed you and Karla Reed for so long– I came across you both at the same time and loved how ‘real life’ you guys are. That’s what I look for in bloggers, and you nail it. Congrats on the anniversary!

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 4:40 pm

Jessica – Aw thanks. Actually Karla is so awesome, she is credited for getting me signed onto Insta in the first place, ha! Thanks for your support!

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Kelli C July 11, 2016 - 4:43 pm

Love your blog and Instagram, those shoes in today’s post are killer!

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Kelly Weeden July 11, 2016 - 4:43 pm

Your fashion is so chic but accessible; I love following you on Instagram and seeing what you will put together next!

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Jessica Lynn July 11, 2016 - 4:47 pm

An inspiration to me! It’s obvious you have fun with clothing and styling. You’re also a great reminder that dressing well and putting effort into what you wear is worth it (and admired) by all! It’s fun following you and your family! Cheers! ✨☕️

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Jean July 11, 2016 - 5:05 pm

I love your style and blog. Thank you for sharing it for the last three years. You have influenced me to update my wardrobe as I have been in a slump later ly. Thanks for showing how to be a rocking mommy! Congratulations and cheers to more success!

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maria carrasco July 11, 2016 - 5:11 pm

Congratulations on your anniversary, you are truly an inspiration to all working moms.❤️❤️❤️

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Kat Dizon McLane July 11, 2016 - 5:14 pm

Congrats!!! Love your style and your many shoes!

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 5:20 pm

Hahaha soooo many shoes !!! next blog post should be how to organize them ??

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Gina Marie Palaza July 11, 2016 - 5:20 pm

Shalice, I can honestly say I have purchased at least a dozen items after seeing them on you. I never tire of looking at your Instagram feed for outfit inspiration. You are amazing! Thanks for sharing your life with us. I wish you all the best ?

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 6:19 pm

Haha Thanks Gina for your support!

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Audrey Carroll July 11, 2016 - 5:20 pm

Congrats on 3 years! I bet they went quickly! Your blog is real and relatable and I have been drawn to it since the day I found your account on Instagram. I am constantly finding myself coming here or to LIKEtoKnow to see your outfit details. Cannot wait to see what is come! 🙂

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 6:19 pm

Yes Audrey – 3 years flew!!

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Rowda BM July 11, 2016 - 5:37 pm

Congratulations Shalice! I love your blog and more importantly–your gorgeous shoe collection!! Keep up the good work! Ciao ❤️

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 6:20 pm

HA! Thanks Rowda – it is INSANE and growing. LOL. Gracias for your support!

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Sarah July 11, 2016 - 5:41 pm

A very happy blog anniversary. Not sure how I stumbled upon you originally, but love following along the adventure! Cheers to many more anniversaries in your future!

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 6:22 pm

It’s definitely an adventure – Thanks Sarah!

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meloveBB July 11, 2016 - 6:03 pm

I appreciate your effortless style and your perspective that you can be a mom AND fashionable. Happy Anniversary!

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shalice noel July 11, 2016 - 6:22 pm

Yes! It IS possible. Cheers XOX

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Emily Burns July 11, 2016 - 6:24 pm

Happy Blogiversary!! I have loved following you from the very beginning, Shalice! You are so empowering and inspirational! Watching you juggle motherhood and your passion has given me hope for my future! Love Ya, Lady! ?

XOXO @lemonsforlemonade

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Erica Dingeman July 11, 2016 - 6:26 pm

You’re so talented! I love your blog and snap, thanks for the inspo!! <3

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Jenn Lake July 11, 2016 - 6:35 pm

Congrats on three years, lady! It’s been so fun following along on your journey! Loving the flashback pics, too!

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Nikki July 11, 2016 - 6:38 pm

Congrats and happy anniversary! I love how gorgeous you look each day even with your busy life and four littles! You’re amazing! ♥

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Megan Nicole July 11, 2016 - 6:39 pm

Love where passions lead to (but you’ve always been stylish since I’ve met you!) congrats on 3 years!

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Ariana Moshref July 11, 2016 - 7:25 pm

Congrats!! You’re seriously inspiring and #wardrobegoals. Cheers to 3 more!

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Sarah Bentley July 11, 2016 - 7:26 pm

Love your style & your story!

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Meg T July 11, 2016 - 7:28 pm

Congratulations on three years!! Your posts always inspire me! I have loved following along.

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Madeline Van Dolah July 11, 2016 - 7:40 pm

Congrats on the three years! I’ve loved following your blog.

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Kari July 11, 2016 - 8:24 pm

Such an awesome giveaway. Thank you for the opportunity. Congratulations on three years. You definitely deserve all the success you’ve been having. Love following you.

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Amanda Yetter July 11, 2016 - 8:39 pm

So kind of you! And it has been such a pleasure watching you and your business grow over the years!!

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Lauranjacobs July 11, 2016 - 8:55 pm

Cheers to you Shalice! You are truly an inspiring and motivational woman to follow. It’s doesn’t matter the age of the people that follow you -you have such a fantastic style and personality -your family is so blessed to have you as a mother, partner and wife!! Congrats on your 3yrs doing what you love with such passion!! Your children will do doubt follow in your footsteps with as much love as you show them while following your dreams! ?

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Kremb de la Kremb July 11, 2016 - 9:33 pm

I know you know I’m a huge SN fan! Congrats Shalice. Keep up the great style and huge love that is felt for both your family and style in every single pic. You’re enviable, but then not because you are the epitome of beauty is as beauty does.

Yay to 3 years and lots of hard work and amazing style and love.

Love, Ann from Kremb de la Kremb

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Leyla July 11, 2016 - 9:33 pm

Congratulations, Shalice! I don’t remember when I started following you on IG (okay…a long time ago) but remember loving your flatlays and where you stood. And I’m so happy to have met you in real life! You deserve all the success! Go get em, mama!

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Maridel Soriente Dubb July 11, 2016 - 9:38 pm

Congratulations and Happy 3yr Blogiversary, Shalice!! Your blog and IG posts have truly inspired me…my wardrobe will never be the same (also can’t forget all the shoes I’ve bought from your posts alone!). My husband thinks it’s Christmas every week from all the packages that arrive 🙂 Cheers to you & thanks for the opportunity to win this gc!

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Denise De La Torre July 11, 2016 - 9:50 pm

Saw you once at Trader Joe’s Pasadena & was too awe struck to say hi. ?Thx for giving us Mom’s ideas on how to stay on trend and look cute and not forget ourselves. Congrats and Keep inspiring!❤

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Maria-Cristina Tobar July 11, 2016 - 9:52 pm

Congratulations!!! Your blog has become my outlet!!! May God continue to inspire you and bless you and your beautiful family ❤️

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Jules July 11, 2016 - 10:00 pm

It has been SO fun following you! I remembering you were one of the handful of first instagrammer/bloggers I followed along with, and your journey has really been amazing as you have “grown”! Thanks for the encouragement along the way, and for sharing your life 🙂 xoxo Jules

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Amy July 11, 2016 - 10:26 pm

Well I’m glad you started. You portray realness that I can really appreciate. Keep at it!

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Lauren July 11, 2016 - 10:27 pm

Super inspiring. Truly. Congrats on the past three years and looking forward to your stories, photos and outfits to come!! Cheers!

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Carrie Colbert July 11, 2016 - 11:03 pm

Congrats on your blog’s success! Keep it up. Xo

Carrie
http://www.wearwherewell.com

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Jennifer Do July 11, 2016 - 11:19 pm

Congratulations! You have an amazing blog!
http://www.petiteandhungry.com

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Lisa July 11, 2016 - 11:55 pm

Congratulations! Love your blog, your Instagram posts and the way you love your family!

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Abby Gudvangen July 12, 2016 - 1:18 am

Congrats on your blogiversary! I’m a big fan!

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Lindsey Renninger Schuster July 12, 2016 - 2:52 am

Love your blog!! I have 4 kids too and find comfort in knowing that life isn’t always as seamless at it appears on social media. So glad that your passion has turned into successful career! Big congrats to you!

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Kirsten Decker July 12, 2016 - 3:04 am

Congratulations on three years of writing and creating!

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Marianne Navada July 12, 2016 - 3:16 am

Congratulations!! Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes! Blogging in general is already so time consuming and to do it with 4 kids and do it well, it takes a special human to do it! You are special ❤️

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Mayra Brooks July 12, 2016 - 5:40 am

You are an inspiration! I love reading your blog and following along on Instagram! ❤️

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Carly July 12, 2016 - 10:46 am

Congratulations! I love your style and that you’ve created a career out of something you enjoy!

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G. Bateman July 12, 2016 - 11:54 am

happy bloggiversary! can’t believe it’s been three years! love the post!

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Emily A July 12, 2016 - 1:05 pm

Congrats! Loved your post the other day about simplicity, and love the thrifted looks above (will have to re-visit those, that’s one of my fave ways to find unique pieces). Thanks for the inspiration!

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Erin Flugstad July 12, 2016 - 1:05 pm

What a lovely post, my friend! So, so proud of all you’ve accomplished. You’re doing big things, and it’s so fun to witness your success! Keep at it!

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Linsea Weigel July 12, 2016 - 1:47 pm

As a mom of 4 as well, I’ve been so inspired by you this last year of following you! Congratulations on making it this long, and for just getting better and better!

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Linda Rose July 12, 2016 - 2:38 pm

Have loved you from the beginning. So glad you stuck with it! Congrats on 3 years!

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Lulu July 12, 2016 - 3:46 pm

Congrats!

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Sarah erickson July 12, 2016 - 6:38 pm

Congrats on 3 years Shalice!! I adore your blog and your style. Thank you for all the inspiration from a fellow mama!!! ❤

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Kat Neunaber July 12, 2016 - 6:54 pm

Congrats on the blog anniversary! Love following along on your snapchat and reading about your journey. So impressive that you’re a mom of 4 and looking fabulous while doing so…you’re an inspiration to us all. xoxo

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Vyvy Nguyen July 13, 2016 - 12:30 pm

Congrats on this being your third year! Thanks for keeping up with the posts so I can look forward to reading something to get my mind away from life (currently a newborn and lack of sleep).

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Brittani Jacobs July 13, 2016 - 1:00 pm

Congrats. I’ve just stumbled upon the blog within the last 6 months or so, but I appreciate that everything is always trendy and age-appropriate without every feeling old.

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Francesca Toledo July 13, 2016 - 4:11 pm

Inspiring for 3 years, what an accomplishment. Looking forward to the years to come. ❤️

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Tiffany Collier August 4, 2016 - 10:53 pm

I have followed you from the beginning and I’m so proud that you have grown so much and are constantly growing! You are such an inspiration.

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shalice noel August 4, 2016 - 10:57 pm

Tiffany! That is the sweetest! I wouldn’t do it if I didn’t love it, though some days I feel like quitting! Lol. I thank YOU for your support ❤️

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