Etc: Earring Organization

J.Crew Earrings [on sale in stores now].

top row: J.Crew | Kendra Scott | Banana Republic | Chanel | Bauble Bar | middle row: Kendra Scott Danielle in Tiger's Eye | J.Crew | Melanie Auld Pave Pentagon in Turquoise | Ann Taylor | bottom row: Kendra Scott Danielle in Turquoise | Stella & Dot | Melanie Auld Modern Tribal in Chalcedony | Bauble Bar X Swarovski | Anita Ko Spike Stud in Gold

While on a recent cleaning kick, I decided I needed an easier way to view some of my favorite statement earrings that are normally buried away in a drawer or box. I usually forget to add jewelry on a daily basis simply because I don't see what I have! This acrylic tray from The Container Store creates a perfect way to display some of my gems and was under $10 [plus you can stack them if you have multiples]! XOXO

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1. Shirt: Vince | Scarf: Zara | Jeans: Henry and Belle | Necklace: EllandEmm O'Hara Pendant. 2. Crumbs Bake Shop cupcakes for a friend in Pumpkin, Milkshake, Red Velvet + Vanilla Sprinkle. 3. Stuart Weitzman 5050 Boots from the new Bloomingdale's in Glendale. 4. Spray roses from Trader Joe's.

Hope you had a great weekend! We spent most of it trying to take care of some odds and ends around the house in preparation for our upcoming Friendsgiving event next Sunday [an annual Thanksgiving dinner that we do with our close friends!]. Today is also the start of my husband's birthday week so I'm prepping for the festivities. Have a great Monday! XOXO

Etc.: Recent Outfit + Giveaway Winner

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Outfit Top: Vince | Jeans: Gap [updated Gap version here] | Shoes: Chanel [look for less] 2. Ready for fall: Zara Jacket, J.Crew Leopard iPhone Case + Vogue's October issue. 3. Halloween treats wrapped in Paper Source packaging. 

Sorry for the blurry outfit pic, my phone had been taking such horrible photos especially after cracking the front screen [oops!]! I searched high and low for the new iPhone this weekend but haven't had any luck so far... I'm hoping maybe later this week or early next the lines will die down and I'll be able to pick one up. Hope you all had a wonderful weekend!

Congrats to the Melanie Auld Giveaway winner Leslie [of Leslie Ann blog]! Please check your email. Thank you to everyone that entered... I hope to bring you another giveaway soon [email me at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com if you'd like to sponsor a giveaway for one of your products!]! XOXO

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1. Gel manicure in OPI Samoan Sand + gold nail art. 2. Valentine's dinner at BLT Steak [thanks for the food suggestions, the popovers were to die for!]. 3. Trader Joe's Coconut Body Butter...smelled amazing + it'd be a great alternative to my favorite Kiehl's body butter. 4. Our Valentine's Day dinner at home last Thursday. 

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1. Our sweet kitty Nala. 2. Popeye Protein smoothie from Juice Farm in Pasadena. 3. First Bauble Bar purchase, the Marquise Leaf Cascade Earring, in my favorite color for spring. 4. Valentine's gifts: Chanel Illuminating Powder + Cle De Peau Concealer.

Currently trying to brainstorm a new giveaway for this month... let me know if there is a particular category you'd like to see featured next! XOXO

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Just because roses from the hubby.

Birthday, baby gifts + my Sugar Paper stationery.

Flowers for Hudson's 1 month birthday from our sweet friends.

Prepping for Valentine's Day next week.

 Hudson at 5 weeks old {and his first time wearing shoes!}.

If you have sent me an email recently I apologize for the delay in responding, I will try to get back to you within in the next week {I love hearing from you!}. Also, don't forget to enter my giveaway with Little Hip Squeaks... the winner will be announced tomorrow! XOXO

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1. Cleaning while listening to Christmas carols with Design Sponge + Diptyque on display. 2. Baby Gap goodies including this little sherpa hat. 3. Last hair appointment before baby's arrival at Chris McMillan. 4. White minky + elephant Boppy cover from the Etsy shop MoMa Creates.

I've been trying to finish up all my last minute errands before Christmas and baby's arrival {5 days and 15 days away!}... 2013 is coming up so soon! The photos above are from my Instagram account, nsguidetostyle, and for those that asked about the Christmas M&M cookies I made and posted about I used this recipe... so delicious and easy!  XOXO

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1. Arm candy featuring Stella & Dot c/o, Melanie Auld c/o, ASOS + Cartier. 2. Love print from Made By Girl + OPI gel manicure in Did You 'Ear About Van Gogh with glitter accent. 3. Nala admiring her brother's new Baby Gap threads. 4. SMU pride!

All photos from my Instagram page... find me under nsguidetostyle! XOXO

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1. Lazy Sunday with Nala + some decaf from Coffee Bean. 2. Teavana pit stop for a golden mojito + lavender, sage, mint iced tea. 3. A golden zebra from Furbish. 4. Post Bar Method snack from Le Pain Quotidien.

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1. New showroom set up at Ralph Lauren in Beverly Hills. 2. Essie's Neo Whimsical manicure. 3. Baby Boy's new moccasins from Baby Gap. 4. White tea with mint from Bird Pick.

I started an Instagram account last week {finally}! Find me under nsguidetostyle which is the same name as my Twitter + Pinterest accounts. Also, your daily reminder to enter my giveaway with Bright Mondays for a neon necklace here. XOXO

This Week...

{photos from my last visit in 2010}

This week I'm relaxing and enjoying good company in Wisconsin.  New Shop Now: Lust vs. Must post up tomorrow! XOXO

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Special delivery from Kirna Zabete in NYC. 

What's inside?

Of course Nala had to get in on the action.

Celine Mini Luggage Pebbled Leather Bag in Coquelicot. 

A better picture of the color and style number {ask for Everest at Kirna Zabete}.

As one that usually sticks to nude or black purses, this is my first bag in a bold color and I thought red was classic but still fun. Celine is one of my favorite accessory brands and this beauty goes with so many things in my closet. A big thanks to the hubby for my wedding anniversary slash early birthday {I'll be 26 on July 23rd} present... SO obsessed! What handbag are you carrying right now? 

Sign up to enter The Bar Method Pasadena giveaway if you haven't already here. XOXO

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1. Gel manicure for my NYC/Connecticut trip this weekend. 2. Tazo Passion Iced Tea from Starbucks. 3. Nala Riggins playing with peonies. 4. Best seller section at Barnes & Noble.

Just dropping by to say hello! Today is devoted to packing for my trip this weekend for one of my best girlfriend's bachelorette parties on the east coast.  Can't wait to go boating in Westport and spend a night out in NYC!

Reminder: Today is the last day to shop 15% off sale items at Shopbop.  Check out my picks here. XOXO

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1. Peonies at Whole Foods in Pasadena. 2. My favorite childhood cereal. 3. Hot tea during lunch at The Terrace. 4. Overdue facial at The Huntington Spa.

Just a few random pics from my week so far.... Really looking forward to the weekend! We have a summer party with friends on Friday and then we are heading down to stay at the St. Regis Monarch Beach as a belated anniversary getaway! Any dinner recommendations for the Dana Point/Laguna Beach area?

Remember, only four more days to enter the Winks by Georgie Beauty giveaway! XOXO

Etc.: Week In Instagram

I absolutely love J.Crew's jewelry line.  They always have great, bold accessories that are the perfect little something something to jazz up a basic outfit.  I especially loved the pearl and crystal necklace and this piece from the mint green themed case pictured above.

The coral and red case also had some amazing pieces.  I loved this chunky orbit necklace as well as the coral beaded tassel necklace.  My favorite piece is the crystal venus flytrap necklace that I featured in this post.

These friendship bracelets were also great- perfect to add to your favorite stack of arm candy and also really affordable!  Sadly, they aren't online but check back this weekend for a chance to win one in my next giveaway.

January's Shoemint pick: the Janice in black.  They remind me of the Steve Madden Pembrook booties that I have on my CurrentlyObsessed.Me page.

The weather has been gorgeous this week. We've had some beautiful sunsets at the end of each day!

Raspberry Lemon Drops at Smitty's Grill last Friday... great way to start the weekend.

What week would be complete without a dose of Nala Riggins?

Hope you all have had a great week and have some fun plans for this weekend!  Sorry for the lack of regular posting, I had some computer issues (actually issues with my mouse to be exact) but they are all figured out now.  Happy Friday!  XOXO

Etc: Follow Friday

Shirt: J.Crew. Pants: Paige Verdugo Denim in Scarlett c/o. Shoes: Lanvin. Accessories: Zara Scarf {recently on sale}. Lips: Dolce & Gabbana #136. Candles: Diptyque.

Catch up on the most recent posts from this week: Best Dressed: 2012 Critics' Choice Awards. Shop Now: Current/Elliot Leopard Denim. ♥ Recent Outfit. How I Spent My... Weekend. ♥ Recent Outfit.

Follow Friday love to Bloom Designs, Brooklyn Blonde and Rosa Loves.  Do you have any favorite new blogs to share? XOXO

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Dress: Forever 21. Jacket: J.Crew {old but similar here}. Accessories: Vintage Fur Stole {similar here}.

Sneak peak of our tree ornaments.

Birthday gifts for my sister-in-law.

{including this}

Nala being naughty or nice?

Check back later today and this weekend for a blog giveaway {not so subtle hint: Missoni for Target} and more gift guide editions {check out my previous posts here and here}!

Want the latest updates to Guide To Style posts? Follow me here on CurrentlyObsessed.me {password: Nicole's_Guide_To_StyleObsessed}, here on Twitter, here on Pintrest and here on Bloglovin'!

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I was so thrilled to receive my ShoeMint shoes last week; So happy to support my mentor and friend Nicole Chavez on her new project!

I choose the "Jolly" booties and am really happy with the quality.  They are the perfect neutral for year round and are super comfy! They also run true to size if you are thinking of ordering...

Resort 2012 has trickled into the department stores.  I tried on this and this but ended up with the Rebecca Taylor dress pictured on the right from her Resort collection (not online yet but the top version can be found here) and this Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent dress on sale at Barneys.

 Still rocking the glitter nail trend (Essie "Wicked" and OPI "Extra-Va-Gance").

 Nala Riggins striking a Zoolander.

Burning some holiday cheer!

"We're not in Kansas anymore" aka the Santa Ana winds took over the town.

Don't forget to sign up for CurrentlyObsessed.me and use my password to gain early access before the site is open to the public:  Nicole's_Guide_To_StyleObsessed

Etc: Thanksgiving & Bloom Online Giveaway Winner

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving day!

I am thankful for so much.

Napkin holders made by my Mom.

Pretty centerpieces.

The kid's end of the table for 25 of our family members.

Dessert spread complete with hot apple cider.

Thankful for this little babe.

I hope everyone had an amazing day yesterday! I was lucky enough to get to spend my first married Thanksgiving with both my family and in laws all in one place.  Lucky to love and be loved by so many great people.

Also, I'm happy to announce the winner for the Bloom Online Giveaway.  Congratulations to Nina of Nina's Little Black Blog Of Style who left the 4th comment.  Please contact me at via email at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com so I can give you all the details on how to claim your prize!

Good luck to everyone Black Friday shopping today, let me know if you scored any great deals!