How I Spent My... Weekend

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A Pressed Juicery delivery. J.Crew Striped Dress for Sunday brunch. A Bumble and Bumble product blow out in Old Town. Arm candy details {from this post} featuring my Hermes Clic Clac, Cartier Charity Bracelet, Random, Banana Republic, Forever21 and Cartier Watch.

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The Easter candy display at Joan's On Third.  Pastel colored nails and my Jacquie Aiche Initial Ring. An iced Americano from Starbucks and Essie's Smokin' Hot nails. Nala Riggins all snuggled up while watching The Killing.

It's the last day to enter my giveaway to win a pair of Friedasophie earrings so be sure to check out all the details on how to enter {here}. Also, don't forget about the new Shopbop markdowns, there are some great pieces to choose from {like all of these!}. XOXO

Sales & Steals: New Markdowns At Shopbop

Short Dresses: Parker Pleated Dress $177.10.  Diane Von Furstenberg Shirt Dress $269.50. Parker Strapless Dress $177.10. Vince Leather Dress $347.50. Tibi Lace Dress $476. Maxi Dresses: Rory Beca Gown $138.60. Rachel Pally Dress $172.20. Nicholas Ruffle Gown $455. Sass & Bide Leopard Dress $157.50. Splendid Striped Dress $89.60. Accessories: Pamela Love Cuff $161. See by Chloe Clutch $262.50. Diane Von Furstenberg Wrap Belt $122.50. Boutique 9 Sandals $84. Dara Ettinger Ring $80.50. 

Do you have a birthday, beach vacation, bachelorette party or wedding to attend in the next few months? Now is the perfect time to stock up for spring and summer because Shopbop just marked down a bunch of amazing pieces! I've listed some of my favorites that I think would be perfect for a special occasion {or just for fun!}.  I'm hoping to add {this} Tucker floral dress and {this} Rory Beca dress to my summer wardrobe.  

P.S. There's still time to enter my giveaway with Friedasophie {here} for your chance to win a beautiful pair of earrings! Receive extra entries for adds on Facebook, Pinterest, Currently Obsessed, Twitter and by tweeting @nsguidetostyle about the giveaway. XOXO

Review: Shoemint Bridget Sandals

Nala Riggins not included with purchase.

Ready for their big reveal!

The Bridget in Leopard.

The Bridget in Blush.

I love my previous Shoemint purchases {the Jolly in Taupe and the Janice in Black} so I was really excited to see what was in the April showroom.  My immediate favorite was the Bridget sandal; it's the perfect flat for spring and summer and could easily transition through fall if the weather permits.  Both colors are great in their own way but I love anything animal print so if I'd have to choose just one I'd go with the leopard! I'm sure you'll be seeing lots of outfit posts featuring these in the near future... Are you a Shoemint member yet? 

P.S. There's still time to enter my giveaway with Friedasophie {here} for your chance to win a beautiful pair of earrings! Receive extra entries for adds on Facebook, Pinterest, Currently Obsessed, Twitter and by tweeting @nsguidetostyle about the giveaway. XOXO

Recent Outfit

Dress: Rebecca Taylor {from Saks}. Shoes: Christian Louboutin Bianca {another color option here}. Jewelry: Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings in Turquoise, Jennifer Meyer Necklace, Hermes Clic Clac, Cartier Bracelet, Forever 21 Bracelet, Etsy Bracelet, Banana Republic Bracelet and Cartier Watch. Lips: Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake. Nails: Essie's Smokin' Hot.

This past weekend my very best friend got engaged and we had so much fun celebrating! I wore this out to meet up with her for a post engagement surprise in Santa Monica and brought along a few Bride-To-Be essentials {champagne, wedding magazines, Mindy Weiss books and balloons!}.  Hope everyone's weekend was filled with laughter and love! XOXO

Sales & Steals: Bloomingdale's Friends & Family

Diane Von Furstenberg Adele Clutch $395. Diane Von Furstenberg Janee Sandals $228. Ray-Ban Aviators $229. Giuseppe Zanotti T-Strap Pump $695. Rebecca Taylor Ruffle Dress $295. Diane Von Furstenberg Silk Dress $375. Tibi Silk Tank $198. Tibi Maxi Skirt $330. Parker Floral Dress $286.

I thought I'd share some of my current favorites at Bloomingdales in case you are having a hard time deciding what to get with the FANDF 20% off code. Let me know if you get anything fab! Happy shopping!  XOXO

Fabulous Friday

1. Backstage at Jason Wu. 2. Spike details. 3. Hello Kitty + Laduree Macaroons. 4. The perfect cat eye. 5. Chic accessories. 6. Laura Stone. 7. White peach sangria.

I went a little "pin" happy this week on Pinterest and added a bunch of new boards and fun inspirational pics. You can find me {here} under nsguidetostyle!  Leave me a comment with your Pinterest username, I'd love to follow you for inspiration!

P.S. Be sure to enter my giveaway with Friedasophie {here} by April 6th for your chance to win a beautiful pair of earrings! Receive extra entries for adds on Facebook, Pinterest, Currently Obsessed, Twitter and by tweeting @nsguidetostyle about the giveaway. 

P.S.S. Bloomingdales Friends and Family ends April 1st so make sure you place your orders before then for 20% off with code FANDF! XOXO

How I Spent My... Weekend

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Magazine shopping on Ventura Blvd in Studio City. Pinkberry bliss. Topknot and a Zara shirt for a housewarming party. Raw parfait from Le Pain Quotidien.

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A baby gift for precious little Zev. Whole Foods lunch break.  Outfit details for dinner at the Terranea: Cartier, Hermes, Zara and Celine. Almond milk cappuccino.

Don't forget to enter my giveaway with Friedasophie {here} by April 6th and score extra entries for adds on Facebook, Pinterest, Currently Obsessed, Twitter and by tweeting @nsguidetostyle about the giveaway!! XOXO

Giveaway: Friedasophie Jewelry

There was such great participation with the last few giveaways {BrooklynArts, Shopbop and Zara to name a few} that I decided to do another one right away, this time with one of my favorite Etsy stores: Friedasophie!  I've worn my necklace many time on the blog {see it here, here, here and here) and love how unique her pieces are.  This giveaway is for a chance to win a pair of Autumn Leaf Gold Earrings {pictured below} gifted by Friedasophie.

To enter simply do the following:

- Become a Follower of Guide To Style {"Google Friend Connect" at right}.

- Become a fan of Guide to Style on Facebook {here}.

- Leave me a comment letting me know you've done the above along with your email.

Extra Entries: For extra entries add me on Twitter, Bloglovin', Currently Obsessed and/or tweet about the giveaway {be sure to include @nsguidetostyle in your tweet}. You'll get one point for each so you can get up to 4 extra entries if you do all for a total of 5 chances to win!

The winner will be announced Friday, April 6th.  Good luck! XOXO

Current Obsession: CurrentlyObsessed.Me Recent Favorites

{First Row}: Tom Ford Nude Vanilla Lipstick $48. Diane Von Furstenberg Sandals $195. Carine Roitfeld Irreverent $365. Jacquie Aichie Letter Ring $77. Oscar The Third Dress $279. {Second Row}: Helmut Lang Skirt $265. A.P.C. Zebra Shirt $70. Winter Kate Dress $375. Winter Kate Dress $320. Steven Studded Flats $139. {Third Row}: 7 For All Mankind Jeans $189. ASOS Shirt Dress $53. Diane Von Furstenberg Jumpsuit $498. One by Suecomma Bonnie $495. Lizzie Fortunato Bracelet $95. {Fourth Row}: Rachel Roy Jacket $428. Marc by Marc Jacobs Top $198. Ellery Gown $3267. TopShop Crossbody Bag $68. ASOS Skull Friendship Bracelet $21.

I can't believe that March is almost over! So crazy that we are well into spring and it's almost time to think about our summer wardrobes.  I'll be posting lots of ideas on my Currently Obsessed page as well as on my Pinterest boards so be sure to follow along! 

P.S. Bloomingdales Friends and Family is happening now! Use FANDF here for 20% now until April 1st.  Happy Shopping! XOXO

And The Winner Is...

Congratulations to Natasha of Schue Love.  You are the lucky winner of the BrooklynArts giveaway! Check your inbox today for an email from me!

Thank you to everyone that participated! If you'd still like to purchase something from BrooklynArts head on over to their Facebook page {here} to get a special 10% off code.  I'm really loving my Rose Gold Cross Necklace! 

Also, I'd love for you to leave me a comment and let me know what you'd like to see for my next giveaway; Hoping to do another one later this week! XOXO

Fabulous Friday

Pretty pink ranunculus to brighten the bedroom.

New iPad {check out my iPad Case post for my lust list}.

Festive paper and fun glitter trinkets for a birthday gift.

 Last name initial ring from Shopbop.

Homemade quinoa + vegetable soup with cilantro.

I guess someone was thirsty...

You might have noticed an overhaul to the blog this week.  I worked with Amanda of Lust, Luxe and Love and and she was just fabulous and so sweet!  I'm going to finish updating the navigation bar this weekend so be sure to check everything out again Monday.  Just want to point out that my email has been moved to the navigation bar and I now have "connect" social media buttons at the top right if you want to find me elsewhere on the web.  Would love to hear your feed back on the new design!

Don't forget to to enter my giveaway with BrooklynArts for your chance to win a set of yellow and rose gold bangles! The winner will be announced Monday, March 26th.  Have a fabulous weekend.  XOXO

Sales & Steals: ASOS Accessories

Must Have Clutches: Envelope Clutch $32.23. Suede Fringe Clutch $53.72. Croc Embossed Clutch $107.43. Statement Bracelets: Studded Bangle $21.49. Hammered Double Cuffs $32.23. Retro Watch $39.39. Dramatic Earrings: Neon Rhinestone Earrings $14.32. Yellow Pyramid Earrings $32.23. Spike Drop Earrings $10.74. Friendship Bracelets: Retro Skull Bracelet $21.49. Multicolored Rhinestone Bracelet $10.74. Plastic Bead Bracelet $10.74. Wrapped Spike Bracelet $14.32.

Want an excuse to get some great new accessories for spring? Use code newseason25 for 25% off new items from ASOS.com! The studded bangle, neon pink earrings and skull friendship bracelet are calling my name. Are you picking up anything with this great deal? XOXO

Current Obsession: Tilly Maison

Like the tray you saw in my giveaway post?

I placed an order for a Tilly Maison lucite tray after seeing her products featured on two of my daily reads, Dilly Dallas and Luella & June.  So happy to say I am beyond pleased with this hand painted piece!  Her Etsy shop has many patterns and colors to choose from but I decided {after much debate} to go with the Midi Wildcat Print in Blush/Gold.  I plan on using it to showcase some of my current favorites including my new BrooklynArts Rose Gold Necklace {be sure to enter my BrooklynArts giveaway!}.

Head on over to Tilly Maison's Etsy shop {here} and see all of the cute things she has to offer!  XOXO

Lust List: Luxury iPad Cases

Alexander Wang $325. Stella McCartney $415. Lanvin $927. Pierre Hardy $210. Yves Saint Laurent $480. Marc by Marc Jacobs $85. Bottega Veneta $630. Jimmy Choo $495. Proenza Schouler $685. Marc Jacobs $795. Balenciaga $565. Reed Krakoff $590.

Did anyone get the new iPad? I got a white 4G this weekend and am so excited to set it up!  On a related note, I have an orignal ipad 32gb wifi in excellent condition if anyone is interesting in purchasing it from me; please email me at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com for details. XOXO

Giveaway: BrooklynArts Yellow & Rose Gold Bangles

Are you ready for another giveaway?!  

BrooklynArts approached me a few weeks ago and wanted to offer a reader the gorgeous set of bangles pictured above {view online here}.  They are 18k brushed rose and yellow gold embellished with petite crystals; the perfect addition to your favorite arm candy! I own their beautiful rose gold cross necklace pictured above {buy it here} and it's quickly becoming an everyday favorite!

To enter simply do the following:

- Become a Follower of Guide To Style {"Google Friend Connect" at right}.

- Become a fan of Guide to Style on Facebook {here}.

- Leave me a comment letting me know you've done the above along with your email.

Extra Entries: For extra entries add me on Twitter, Bloglovin', Currently Obsessed and/or tweet about the giveaway {be sure to include @nsguidetostyle}. You'll get one point for each so you can get up to 4 extra entries if you do all for a total of 5 chances to win!

BrooklynArts is also offering a 10% discount code to all readers.  Click this special Facebook link {here} and "like" their page to reveal your code! Be sure to check out their stores on ArtFire {here} and on Bonanza {here} to see all the lovely jewelry they have to offer.

The winner will be announced Monday, March 26th.  XOXO

Fabulous Friday

If you remember my recent giveaway then you know I've been loving Zara lately! It's so hard when there is one walking distance from my house not to pop in and take a peek.  This blush pink top reminded me of some of the items I  featured on my Shop Now: Shades Of Pink post.  I also loved the collar detail on this otherwise basic button up {similar looks here and here}. 

I thought the print on this peter pan collar dress was so whimsical and a perfect transitional piece as we head into warmer months. This studded collar shirt shirt is from Zara's March campaign and is my favorite piece! I can't wait to pair it with some girly pieces {like these pink pants} to add some edge.

This blush colored paillettes jacket definitely falls into the girls' night out category; I have a few trips coming up with my girlfriends and this will be the perfect addition to add to my carry on.  I also got this awesome leopard shirt after seeing it styled in their People lookbook.  I plan on wearing it with a pair of colored trousers like these.

Switching over to beauty products, I've been using Kate Sommerville products for more than a year but thought it was time to try something new.  I picked up Skinceuticals' Purifying Cleanser, Renew Overnight Oily, Hydrating B5 Gel and the Physical Fusion SPF 50 after having a friend walk me through the line.  So far, I'm really happy with the switch!

This Stila smudge stick is always in my makeup bag.  I saw the new smudge crayon version and picked one up in Kitten {which is also the name of my favorite eyeshadow from the brand}. It's the perfect highlighter for the inner eye area and lasts all day.

Liquid eyeliner has always scared me but after seeing this on the sales girl at Sephora I decided to give it a try.  The thin brush enables a perfect application to create anything from a thin line to a dramatic cat eye!

This Tarte set was free with my Sephora Beauty Insider points and it was definitely worth saving up  for! It includes travel sizes products of my favorite bronzer, their silicone-free primer and smooth operator clay finishing powder along with full sized versions of their lip tinit in Lively and a high definition eye pencil. 

I hope everyone had a great week! I'm going to try to post my next giveaway this weekend so be sure stop by and check it out, especially if you're in need of some new arm candy! XOXO