If you know me well, I’m not huge into overalls, but I made an exception for these flared, über flattering version I paired with an off-the-shoulder top, clogs and a small tassel bag. What do you think? A 70’s upgrade to a classic farmer’s bibs. I guess you could say I’m converted.
I recently stumbled upon the cutest trapeze dress. Its great with gladiators or these hiro heels. Special shout out to the hubs for choosing my shoes for the post. He said the pattern of the shoes matches the pattern on the dress. How’s that for an Architect’s opinion? Love him. I’ll definitely be sporting this swingy dress again to beat this Cali heat.
trapeze dress FOR LOVE AND LEMONS (now 40% off!) :: heels MATT BERNSON :: bracelet KENDRA SCOTT :: cutoffs SIMILAR
Work Out Wednesday
Get Musical
This week I thought I’d share a playlist to get you through your workout. It’s an hour of tunes to get you warmed up then pumped up, and even cooled down. I chose my music carefully because I need a great beat that makes me forget I’m sweating, but I also want to make sure it’s something my kids can overhear without having an awkward conversation. So this playlist is full of confidence boosters and upbeat melodies that might make you want to lace up those sneakers.
And since workout Wednesday isn’t complete without an actual workout, I’m introducing a move I like to call Madonna Arms. Because, I mean…come on. Have you seen her arms? This move requires music, but no equipment, so drop the dumbbells and pump the jams.
Madonna Arms
First, you’ll need a song – something that’s at least 3 minutes, but don’t get too ambitious because 3 minutes can feel like a lifetime if you do this right. My pick is number 13 on the playlist – Meghan Trainor’s “Me Too” – because it’s full of the attitude and inspiration you’ll need to keep up the workout.
While the song is playing you’ll stand with your arms stretched straight out from your sides, palms facing down. Pulse them up and down while the music plays.
Every 30 seconds you’ll switch the direction of your palms (without dropping your arms) they can face up, down, front and back.
Once you’ve done all those directions, try doing tiny circles forward, then backward for 30 seconds in every position. Whatever you do, don’t drop those arms until the last note is sung. Then you have full permission to rest those arms for the rest of the day.
Topshop skirt and this cozi cardi
Rag & Bone vest is great with an OTS top 🙂
Diptyque (these candles make great Christmas gifts!)
Louise et Cie colorblock
I’ll be choosing some of my favorites and top picks here on the blog and Instagram. Like THIS JACKET, LACE DRESS and this STRIPE MOCK NECK I always stock up on for fall. I mean, at seventeen bucks, it’s a no-brainer. Follow along as I take way too many dressing room selfies. Gear up, this is a great time to think ahead for fall – and thankfully you have a stylist on your side 😉
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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 . . .
one of 100 selfies 
a Chicago back alley that happens to match my thrifted dress #winning
my guest blogger 😉
Wearing an all thrifted look. My friend Georgia, took my first blog photo’s.
My oldest peeking through – her idea!
I could think of worse things to do than a stroll down Melrose place, green tea matcha in hand, wearing my fave crops, and my four kiddos by my side. It was not a common Melrose Place scene but I think that’s why I liked it. There were barely any other kids in sight and the surroundings were just gorgeous. The highlight was for sure my ‘kate’ walking casually by the Equipment store and realizing a large ‘kate’ sign was in the window. This may or may not have made bigger sister mad. I’ll let you guess on that one. It afforded some pretty good conversation about how cool and special she felt, and more than a couple good snaps. I told her later it was for Kate Moss and she seemed confused. Haha. Also a highlight was little brother trying to make bunny ears with his small chubby fingers. Ahhhh
such a charmer!
Are they all yours? Yes, they’re all mine . . .
Her look is everything
Chasing them is a full workout. No joke.
Lil bro’s first attempt at bunny ears 
This picture sums up their relationship
He loves this Munchkin cup! And everything blue of course.
All in all a very fun afternoon hanging around Melrose, Alfred’s Tea with some of LA’s best: Janna Carney, Felicia Lasala and Molly Paddon. These types of outtings are best short and sweet. And if you’re curious if we were tired afterwards, you guessed right. Most of my days do not go as planned despite my best laid plans and are far from picture perfect, i.e. some tears and my three year-old only faced the camera if you shouted “lollipop!” However all this real life is what makes life exciting. It was a wise woman who said the days are long, but the years are short. And I know I’ll miss these exhausting and full, lollipop filled, energetic days full of innocence, wonder, naughtiness and love. Just give me all the coffee. Until the next adventure . . .
MUA Molly Paddon
denim culottes ELAINE KIM THESE and SIMILAR/also flattering CULOTTES crop top STORETS / sandals SIMILAR
bandana FREE PEOPLE
kids girls dresses TUCKER + TATE (stars) TUCKER + TATE (solid)
boys shirts Batman v Superman / Way RAD
Today was the last day of Vacation Bible School, as well as gobs of traffic and a few tantrums to boot. And since I’m in such a good mood due to the above-mentioned, I’ll be a good friend and let you know that this top is only $28. It moves like a dream and it’s light and airy. Definitely packing this for our day at the beach tomorrow. Because, yes, there are never enough stripes.
handkerchief top NORDSTROM / jean SIMILAR (I cut the hem) / clogs RACHEL COMEY (in black) / bandana FREE PEOPLE
1. LEGO Darth Vadar alarm clock AMAZON
2. New Balance sneakers (on sale!) FARFETCH
3. NAIL CLIPPERS and BEARD TRIMMER to keep that beard trimmed because God forbid he cuts it off.
5. LA Tee
7. Camouflage Holdall – so fetch
8. Plush Slippers (I may steal)
Isn’t it crazy how ideas for your special guy are plentiful and awesome all year and then June hits and they disappear? So, this list is for you. If you want to go beyond the weed-wacker and grill, give him something for his closet. I like to think of it as a wardrobe face lift. And I secretly want that Darth Vadar alarm clock too. Win -win.
I usually shy away from hats. I’m not one hundred percent sure why, but I do. However, a trip to the dermatologist and a peek at Janessa Leone’s new line will have you jumping online to nab one yourself. As for black hats, I had an old favorite lying around so I paired it with a rust cold shoulder top and black flares. And did I mention the top is only $38 and also comes in ivory? A quick summer date night outfit with some SPF 30 broad spectrum to boot. Summer has officially begun.
top SOCIALITE / jeans SEAFARER SIMILAR on sale! / hand bracelet KENDRA SCOTT and THIS on sale/ wedges AGL / black hat SIMILAR
Photo’s by TEK STILES
In partnership with NORDSTROM
skirt TOPSHOP (note: I went down a size) also in olive by TOPSHOP / heel SAM EDELMAN (and these under $60) / blouse (similar) NORDSTROM / leather jacket SIMILAR / earrings CAPWELL / Hand Chain TOPSHOP / Lips MAC “brave”
Shot on location at Paul Smith LA, by Brandon Moningka of Rhetoric Photography
