My biggest tip for adding polka dots to your style is to mix and match! You can do this pattern-wise, like how I added the round straw bag with the stripe pattern. Or, you can also take something more whimsical like a polka dot top and mix it with extra chic pants and a pretty mule or kitten heel.
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We’re headed up to the cabin, but I wanted to let you guys know today is the LAST DAY OF THE SHOPBOP SALE. I call it the stock up sale. I gathered 5 items under $200 most under $150, which are your faves? Have a lovely weekend!

1. EMBROIDERED DRESS PERFECT WITH COWBOY BOOTS
2. GOLDEN GOOSE SNEAKERS -20% off! (These are rarely on sale!)
3. ORDERED THIS LBD – LOVE THE SLEEVE DETAIL AND ITS UNDER $100
More SHOPBOP faves below:


dress ASOS (only $29!) similar and similar // boots AGL similar // Polene bag similar // blazer // earrings

Most of you know our news, and if you missed it, read all about it HERE 😉
Raise your hand if you’re in favor of not wearing maternity clothes while pregnant? I know I am. I went through 4 pregnancies buying very little to no maternity clothes. I either sized up in dresses and tops or opted for low rise boyfriend jeans. I found dresses I wore as tunics over leggings. And mind you ALL of my pregnancies thus far have been in freezing Chicago, so layering was essential, and people often didn’t know I was pregnant under ALL the layers. HA!
The practicality in me loves wearing clothes I’ll wear postpartum. Below are some tips to stay OUT of stretchy pants and sweats all 9 months, and still look CHIC 😉 I remember looking at pregnant women and thinking, she probably doesn’t know how adorable she looks!! After all, a woman pregnant is (even if she doesn’t feel like it) at her most beautiful and glowing self. She’s holding a little miracle!
SHOPPING TIPS
- BUY BASICS and size up like this dress, t-shirts, t-shirt dresses, sweater dresses worn as a tunic, etc.
- Opt for LOW RISE jeans
- Its a win-win when you invest in chic NON-MATERNITY clothes to be worn after pregnancy
See more options below:
OVERSIZE TOPS

DRESSES (That cover the bump)

MAXI DRESSES

LOW RISE JEANS



Camo jacket and similar // Stripe Pants and similar// Sunnies // Tank // Earrings and similar white ones // Belt
Shopbop has a quarertly sale to stock up so here it is! There’s only a couple things I would stop what you’re doing and order these for that vacay, a friends Bar Mitsvah, that wedding and hey, you deserve cute shoes. Don’t forget to use code “EVENT18” for 20% off $500 or 25% off of orders $500 or more.
LEATHER JACKET // STRIPE TEE // CUTEST LIL BAG // ARMY JACKET / RED HEELS// JEANS under $100 // RED DRESS UNDER $100 // Also a cute option // STRIPE PANTS // LOVE THESE SANDALS I have them in white //



I don’t know if you saw my Instagram announcement yesterday, but I’m pregnant with our 5th! We always talked about having a 5th even shortly after we had #4, but the timing was off since we decided to move from the midwest to the west coast for new jobs, better weather, etc. I took a break to build the blog and get our bearings here in LA. Meanwhile, I had a tug for another baby and finally convinced hubby.
Three months ago, I took an at-home pregnancy test and all was immediately confirmed with ongoing sickness. Mine was night sickness and I couldn’t keep food down past 3 pm or so. It was ROUGH. And it was hard to keep a secret. Fast forward to now, I’m 14 weeks, holding food down, and feeling much better! While I’m nervous about the 5 year age gap, I’m also thankful my youngest can dress himself and my oldest can make food like fry an egg, set the table, etc. That makes life easier right?
We broke the news to the kids during our daughter’s birthday. We wrapped a baby bottle, she opened it, and we announced they will have a new brother or sister! They were shocked and for the last couple weeks have been “preparing” by strolling their baby dolls around the block in their strollers. It’s the cutest thing seeing them tenderly swaddle their dolls.
It hasn’t been all fun and games though, as this pregnancy has been a little more rocky. I had some hemorrhaging last week and went to urgent care for blood tests and an emergency ultrasound. While it was super scary, I was told this is pretty common and to take it easy. The silver lining was, we accidentally found out what we’re having while getting the emergency ultrasound—wanna know?
So without further adieu . . .
IT’S A . . .
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B O Y
While I will not be buying all those cute turbans baby girls wear on Instagram, I will gladly swap it out for bunny ear hats and oh-so-cozy knits. While he is not here yet, prayers are still needed. My heart goes out to the mothers who have had worse conditions and thank you to those who have already shared their stories on Instagram. You are my hero! Now, since we left our crib in Chicago, and gave everything else away, please comment with all your favorite baby gear and baby gear brands! I need your help because it has been 5 whole years since being out of baby mode.
Thanks for sharing this journey with us!
See some of my thoughts on motherhood HERE
XX Shalice



LA is the land of a million cute places to eat. Whether you’re looking to do breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee or any meal in between, you’re probably no more than a mile from an amazing coffee shop or restaurant. I have a few places I keep on rotation both for me, but also spots I like to take the kids. If I had to choose, these are probably my top five.





As a busy mom, I like to keep my beauty routine as simple as possible. I like to have color (tan towels), paraben and sulfate free foundation, long lashes (without the laborious and costly extensions), facial (at-home) and glowing skin. Is that too much to ask? Ironically, I feel like my skin got better AFTER we moved to dry and sunny California because I got educated on products I NEED to use for glowing skin. So, without further adieu, here are my mom-tested 7 products I’m using right now! I’d love to hear your feedback below in the comments. Happy Monday!
1. W3ll Foundation love this paraben and sulfate free light weight foundation for everyday makeup coverage. This hasn’t left my makeup bag.
2. Tarte Concealer I use a small brush to apply this under my eyes. Mine are deep set and I can get under eye circle so hooray for a concealer that hides my sleepy eyes.
3. Skin Inc Tri-light I must admit I was doubtful before, but after many applications, makeup artists who have said my skin has never looked better, and facialists who swear by it, I’m no longer doubtful. I mean if models use it, I should too right? Well and drink a liter of water too. Don’t forget to use code Shalice20 for 20% off Skin Inc
4. Pacifica facial oil I recently used all of the serum I was used to using every night and quickly added this to my routine in desperation and I’m happy to report my skin was supple and dewy after a week of using it. Yay! And it doesn’t break the bank. I also love Skinceuticals and Skin Inc serums. I kinda love serum.
5. Tula lotion I use their day and night lotion DAILY. I have sensitive skin and this doesn’t bother my skin. I also love their kit for traveling! Don’t forget to use code SHALICE for 20% off TULA
6. Lash Boost You can order retail or preferred, use the link here: Sign up as a retail customer or preferred customer click HERE for more info.
7. Kate Sommerville Tan Towels Confession: I’m down to one towel and I’ll admit to putting it in a ziploc bag to sneak in one more use. Paraben free, they have an all-over bronze color, and no streaks, or getting on my clothes. Tips, my face is sensitive so don’t apply tan towels, Rather, I opt for powder bronzer for my face color and exfoliate all over before application. Try it and let me know what you think!
Did I miss anything? Do you have any questions? Let me know: shalice@shalicenoel.com or in the comments below!

Earrings // Top // Jeans // Bag under $30!// Sunglasses


I’ve a confession to make: call me lazy but lately I want to wear all the loose things. I want my tops to be roomy, my pants to feel like sweats, and my coffee hot. Is that too much to ask? I jest however, the struggle is real. There is hope my fellow comfort loving friends! Lately, I’m obsessed with peasant blouses unusual tops, and balloon sleeves you must check out for spring. I wouldn’t be a good friend if I didn’t share these with you! While I have other VERY exciting news to share in the forthcoming weeks, these amazing blouses are all below. I have literally scrolled so many pages of tops, tunics and blouses, SO which are your favorite? Please comment if you know of any cute girls sizes, I’m on the hunt!
XX
Shalice



One thing I will not be hanging in my closet much this spring is a red blazer. I’m obsessed would be a little modest. Even my 10 year old sees me in it and says, mom you look good in red, lol! This red trend or blazer, the latter of which is SUPER flattering, is not going anywhere.
Next, we have ribbon jeans by McGuire I’m loving because they’re super flattering and distressed! I styled them with red wrap heels and a plain white tee every stylish girl needs a couple of these. Especially as a mom, I have So many white tees. Styling tip? Buy them in bulk!

denim jeans // zara blazer similar // white tee // wrap heels // gucci belt