How I Spent My... New Years Eve

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I hope everyone had a wonderful New Years Eve! I spent mine up in Big Bear with my husband and best friends enjoying the last few days of 2011.  My sister and I put together all of the decorations for the weekend to give it a personalized touch... be sure to check out her Etsy store, Bloom Online, if you are interested in purchasing any of the printables!  XOXO

Gift Guide: My Christmas Gifts Edition

Marc Jacobs Dress. Vanessa Bruno Dress. Rebecca Taylor Dress. Etoile Isabel Marant Skirt. Anita Ko Gold Earrings {silver and gold diamond version). Isabel Marant Earrings {sold out}. YSL Arty Ring.

100 Unforgettable Dresses. Martha's Entertaining. Christian Louboutin. Coco Before Chanel. Tamron Lens. Nest Holiday Candle. Martha Stewart Glitter Set. Diptyque Vetyver Candle.

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick For Body. Benefit Yes They're Real Mascara. Tweezerman Eyelash Curler. Tom Ford Naked Lip Gloss. Oribe Signature Royal Blowout. Chloe Perfume Duo. Diptyque Satin Oil. Lancome Juicy Tube Set. Kiehl's Whipped Body Butter.

Salon Hansen Salon Effects Nail Stickers in Glitz Blitz, Kitty Kitty and Wild Child. Stila Smudge Stick  in Stingray. Etsy Cross Bracelet. J.Crew iPhone Case.

I made a new Facebook page, Nicole's Guide To Style, if you want to "like" me on there {direct button on right sidebar}!  XOXO

Happy 2012!

Cheers to a happy and healthy 2012!  Thank you for all of the support and love during 2011!  Here is an Instagram glimpse of how I spent the past few days...

{Clockwise From Top Left}
1. Arm candy {including this and this}.
2. Big Bear.
3. J.Crew gingham (similar here and here} and LaRok fur vest (similar here, here and here).
4. Nala and the Rose Bowl.
5. Big Bear snow.
6. In-N-Out grilled cheese.

Be sure to check back for "How I Spent My... New Years Eve" and "Gift Guide: My Christmas Gifts" posts! XOXO

How I Spent My... Christmas Morning

21 family members, 3 rounds of gift opening, 2 breakfasts, 1 Nala Riggins and lots of love.  

See you in 2012! Xoxo

♥ Recent Outfit

Still available: lipstick here and nail strips here.

I hope everyone has a safe and fun New Years! Can't believe that 2012 is just a few days away... regular posting to resume Monday! XOXO

♥ Recent Outfit

You can sign up for StyleMint here {I'm obsessed!}.  Similar jeans can be purchased here, my exact flats here and lipstick here.

Hope everyone had a great weekend!  Now it's time to gear up for NYE!  I will be heading up to the snow with a fun group of 16 and can't wait... Crazy to think that it's almost 2012 {where does the time go?!}!

Giveaway: Missoni For Target Expresso Set & Gift Card Winner

Congratulations to Ang with comment #9 {picked via random number generator}!   You have been contacted by email regarding your winnings.  I just wanted to thank everyone who commented and began following me on Twitter, Pinterest, Bloglovin' and CurrentlyObsessed.Me, I truly appreciate it.  I promise to have another giveaway in January so keep checking in!

♥ Recent Outfit

My dress is from last year but you can still purchase the sweater here, bracelet here and booties here.

I hope everyone has an amazing weekend celebrating with family and friends!  In case you are still in need of last minute gift ideas check out my previous posts for inspiration...

Lust List: Christmas Wishes

Gift Guide: Beauty Edition

Gift Guide: Accessories Edition

Gift Guide: Luxe Stocking Stuffers Edition

Also, don't forget to enter my giveaway by Monday the 26th for your chance to win a Missoni for Target piece and gift card of your choice to Starbucks or Coffee Bean!

Shop Now: Step Into Spring

{Shop Top Row} 

Tom Ford Lipgloss in Sugar Pink $45. Jenni Kayne Gown $750. Joe's Jeans in Evening Sand $158. Tori Praver Swimwear Coverup $99. Erickson Beamon Headpiece $1,225. Red Valentino Flats $298.

{Shop Bottom Row} 

Tom Ford Lipgloss in Naked $45. Rachel Pally Cutout Dress $238. MiH Cropped Jeans $174. Mara Hoffman Bikini $174. Dara Ettinger Ring $71. Frye Dorado Riding Boots $468.

Don't forget to check out my previous post {Giveaway: Missoni For Target Expresso Set & Gift Card} and enter by Monday,  December 26th for a chance to win!

Giveaway: Missoni For Target Expresso Set & Gift Card

Remember the Missoni for Target craze a few months ago? Well I might have gone a little overboard and still have this adorable 5-piece expresso set all packaged up and not being used.  So, I have decided to do a giveaway and give it to a loyal reader!  The winner will also have their choice of a $10 gift card to either Starbucks or Coffee Bean.

To enter please do the following:
- Become a member if you aren't already {via "followers" button to the right of this post}.
- Sign up to follow me on either Twitter {here}, Pintrest {here}, Bloglovin' {here} or CurrentlyObsessed.Me {here with password Nicole's_Guide_To_StyleObsessed}.
- Leave me a comment letting me know you've done the above {let me know where you're following me} along with your email address and whether you'd like a Starbucks or Coffee Bean gift card!

In the meantime, check out some great Missoni looks for the upcoming Resort 2012 season...

{Top Row}
Carnac Kaftan $1,055. Nadia Maxi Skirt $1,485. Butterfly Print Towel $215. Guyana Kaftan $650.

{Bottom Row}
Bastia Cardigan $920. Torta Four-Wick Candle $520. Metallic Headband $110. Crochet-Knit Scarf $380.

The winner will be announced on Monday, December 26th so make sure you enter before then!  Good luck!

Inspiration: Christmas Decorations

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Pottery Barn mercury glass ornaments. Williams-Sonoma Home cashmere blankets in red and ivory {sold out}.  Pottery Barn crystal candle holders. Crate & Barrel beaded pillows.  Pottery Barn mercury glass votives.  May Arts ribbon.