Happy Earth Day

Happy Earth Day! XOXO

{all photos taken on our Honeymoon while visiting Santorini, Crete and Athens}

Fabulous Friday

I'm super excited to be attending to the Lucky FAAB Conference at the end of the month! I'm a little nervous since I don't know too many people attending...as in I know 1 person. Regardless, it will be really fun to meet some of my favorite bloggers and to hear the amazing speakers that they have lined up.

{coat via Zara}

On Wednesdays we wear pink... And on Fridays.

{shoes here and bracelet unfortunately sold out but Forever21 look-a-like $ here}

Topshop has some great look-for-less versions of these Christian Louboutin Spike Loafers and this CC Skye Spike Bracelet.  Eva Chen of Teen Vogue tweeted about these shoes and they're almost $1,000 less than the Louboutin versions!

{dress by Rebecca Taylor}
Pretty palette for spring: nude paired with a pop of neon.

A quick little review of the Nike Free TR Fit 2 Sneakers: I switched over from Asics a few weeks ago and it's amazing how light weight these are in comparison.  I'm definitely still getting used to them {it almost feels like you're walking barefoot and the shoe allows for a lot more flexibility} but so far they're a nice change!

Any weekend plans? Mine is pretty wide open which I'm really looking forward to. The only thing on my agenda right now is a hair appointment for some much needed highlights... the roots are getting a little out of control! If you have any great blonde hair color inspiration photos to share, send them my way, I'd appreciate some suggestions!

P.S. Brainstorming a new giveaway for next week! XOXO

Current Obsessions

1. Diane Von Furstenberg Dress $498 {red version here}. 2. Diane Von Furstenberg Romper $498. 3. Iosselliani Earrings $200. 4. Tibi Maxi Dress $475. 5. Alexander Wang Diego Bag $825. 6. J.Crew High Waisted Shorts $160. 7. American Beauty Book $75. 8. Kerastase Cristalliste Serum $42 {giveaway on Veronika's blog}. 9. BB Dakota Skirt $65 {Erdem look-a-like version $$$ here}. 10. Elizabeth & James Sandals $198 {tan here and silver here}.

If you follow my Currently Obsessed page then you might have seen some of these posted recently.  My favorite item is from a new-to-me jewelry brand, Iosselliani {pink, turquoise, multicolored favorites from the line}, who I just discovered this week on Barney's site.  All of their pieces are so fun and unique! I'll definitely be adding these gems to my birthday wish list {July isn't too far away...}! What are some of your current favorites or items on your wish list?

P.S. Can it be the weekend yet? XOXO

Styling Solutions: Summer Wedding

Boho Glam: Issa Maxi Dress $725.  Oscar De La Renta Earrings $185. Topshop Snakeskin Peep Toes $200. Tom Ford Nail Color in Burnt Topaz $30. California Girl: Helmut Lang Dress $380. Oscar De La Renta Earrings $450. Charlotte Olympia Pumps $905. Tom Ford Nail Color in Ginger Fire $30.

Ultimate Fashionista: Oscar De La Renta Feather Dress {cheaper options here and here}. Anita Ko Silver Spike Earrings $375. Christian Louboutin Spike Pumps $1495. Tom Ford Nail Color in Bitter Bitch $30. Prim Princess: RED Valentino Dress $995. Kenneth Jay Lane Earrings $60. Jimmy Choo Crystal Pump $1695 {nude version here}. Tom Ford Nail Color in Burnished Rogue $30.

I have a bunch of save-the-dates and wedding invitations up on my fridge and was feeling inspired to put together some glamourous looks based on the styles of my favorite fashionistas. I'm so looking forward to attending these special events and would totally love to rock one of these ensembles if the funds allowed! Are you Boho Glam like Nicole Richie? Relate to Blake Lively's California Girl style? Wanting to look like the Ultimate Fashionista a la Rachel Bilson or a Prim Princess like Reese Witherspoon?

P.S. Congrats to the Melanie Auld Bracelet Giveaway winner Bridget of Think Classy.  Check your email later today!  Thank you to everyone that participated, more giveaways coming soon!

P.S.S. Reminder that the Shopbop 20% off code inthefamily20 expires at 11:59pm tonight. Check out my favorite casual picks from the site here! XOXO

Sales & Steals: Shopbop 20% Off Code

Nicole's Picks: Chinti and Parker Stripe Dress / Rag and Bone Newbury Booties / Soft Joie Stripe Dress / Mara Hoffman Tank Dress / Joie Topaz Dress / Current/Elliot Floral Stiletto Jeans

This deal was too good not to share with you asap! Shopbop is having 20% off right now with code inthefamily20 until April 18th at 11:59pm so you better act fast!  It's the perfect time to stock up on basics or splurge on something that's been on your wish list for awhile.  

I've listed the causal, easy to wear standouts that I think can be dressed up or down for spring and summer.  Some other pieces that I was looking at are this dramatic, coral  Diane Von Furstenberg Dress, this Winter Kate Dress in a vibrant fuchsia print and this green Tibi Maxi Dress.  I also love these Rag and Bone Harrow Booties and these Rag and Bone Peach Jeans.

Start shopping now here and don't forget to use code inthefamily20 at checkout to get your discount. Tweet me @nsguidetostyle with what you got! XOXO

How I Spent My... Weekend

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This outfit didn't make it out of the house but I'm hoping to wear it somewhere special in the next few weeks: Coat: Zara. Shirt: Zara. Jeans: Current/Elliot Stiletto in Leopard. Shoes: Christian Louboutin Rolando {nude here and red here}. Arm candy featuring Forever 21, Hermes Clic Clac, Topshop {similar $ here and $$ here}, Cartier Watch and Melanie Auld Bracelets c/o. New Zara clutch as seen on my fashion crush Elin Kling {lusting over this Proenza Schouler version}.

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The view from our girls brunch at The Penthouse in Santa Monica.  Lemon Drops at The Grove. Grilled vegetable salad on our date Saturday night. My drink specialty: Grey Goose, sparkling water {lemon or lime flavored}, fresh lemon or lime wedges and a splash of Trader Joe's margarita mix.

Be sure to enter my Melanie Auld Bracelet Giveaway by midnight; the lucky winner will be announced tomorrow.  Make sure you check back in then to see if you've won! XOXO

Shop Now: Rebecca Taylor Spring Collection

Python Suede Dress $795. Faux Wrap Tank Dress {coral version here} $295. Summer Blossom Dress $275. Tile Shell Top $325. Cross Back Crew Neck Sweater $250.  Knit Dress $550. Tile Print Dress $550. Tuxedo Trousers $465.

I'm a huge fan of Rebecca Taylor and was lucky enough to attend her New York Fashion Week runway show a few seasons ago.  Her pieces are always so feminine and fun! I like that she stays on top of each season's color trends but keeps the silhouettes of her pieces timeless.  I've featured some of the standouts from her spring collection above; the Faux Wrap Tank Dress and the Summer Blossom Dress were recently added to my closet thanks to the Bloomingdale's Friends and Family discount from a few weeks ago!

After seeing these images from style.com, it looks like the fall collection will be a hit too. What's your favorite Rebecca Taylor piece right now?  XOXO

Styling Solutions: Summer Abroad

1. Girl. by Band of Outsiders Skirt $350. 2. Sperry Metallic Boat Shoes $90. 3. Tom Ford Lipgloss in Naked $45. 4. Stella McCartney Seersucker Shorts $665. 5. Guerlain Terracotta Mosaic Powder $69. 6. Erdem Skirt $1700 {cheaper $ here or $$ here}. 7. Topshop Silk Blouse $90. 8. Tom Ford Nail Polish in Naked $30. 9. Red Valentino Bow Sandals $295 {pink version here and similar here}.

The Talented Mr. Ripley is one of my favorite movies. The scenery is just breathtaking and so is Gwyenth Paltrow's look; her character's wardrobe is the epitome of easy-chicness. These pieces can be mixed and matched in any combination and the look will still be on point and polished... a perfect look for a summer abroad or a trip to the lake! I own these Sperry Metallic Boat Shoes and find that they add a hint of all American preppiness to any outfit. XOXO

Recent Outfits

Outfit 1 Dress: Stylemint Venice in Pink. Shoes: Jimmy Choo Kerfield Booties {sold out but similar here and here}. Outfit 2 Shirt: Zara Shorts: Abercrombie {really old but cute options here and here}.  Shoes: Shoemint Bridget. Outfit 3 Sweater: Zara. Shorts: Zara. Shoes: Zara. Jewelry In All Posts Anita Ko Spike Earrings, Jennifer Meyer Necklace, Melanie Auld Bracelets c/o, Hermes Clic Clac and Cartier Watch. Friedasophie Necklace in Outfit 3 found here.

Happy Friday, I hope it's fabulous! I snapped a few outfit photos last weekend while out and about and thought I'd share full length pics. Sorry for the poor iPhone photo quality, working on getting better outfit photos soon! Any plans for the weekend? I'm looking forward to a brunch in Santa Monica with my girlfriends on Sunday in honor of my bestie's engagement! If you're one of the lucky ones heading to the desert, don't forget to review my Coachella post before you pack for inspiration.

P.S. Remember to enter my giveaway by April 18th for a chance to win a M.A.D. By Hand Bracelet c/o Melanie Auld! XOXO

Styling Solutions: Stagecoach Country Chic

Jimmy Choo Donita Ankle Boots $1095. Marc Jacobs Daisy Rollerball Perfume $92 for set. Frye Dorado Riding Boots $468. Kain Floral Maxi Dress $390. Tucker Printed Shirt Dress $330. Forever21 Floppy Hat $12.80. Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings $60. Chloe Peep Toe Wedges $945. 

If boho glam isn't your thing {see Coachella inspiration here} then check out these adorable options for a country chic look.  Whether you're attending the Stagecoach music festival or if you just want to channel your inner Taylor Swift, these looks are for you.  I'm not a big country music girl but I've come to love cowboy boots and teased hair after calling Dallas my second home for four years while attending SMU!

Do you need inspiration for an upcoming event or styling advice on how to recreate your favorite celebrity look or editorial? Leave me a comment with a link to a photo or article if applicable and I'll try to incorporate it into an upcoming Styling Soultions post! XOXO 

Giveaway: M.A.D. By Hand c/o Melanie Auld

If you're a long time reader then you might remember this review I did in 2010 of the Melanie Auld Designs Farrah Bag. Melanie also makes gorgeous jewelry and she recently approached me about giving a Guide To Style reader a piece from her line... of course I said yes!

On top of her luxe accessories line, Melanie Auld Designs, Melanie recently launched an Etsy shop called M.A.D. by Hand of handmade pieces. The lucky winner of this giveaway will receive her Braided Chain Bracelet in Nude.  I wore some of her pieces in yesterday's post {never took them off this weekend!} if you want to check it out here!

To enter simply do the following:

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

- Become a Facebook fan of Guide to Style {here} and Melanie Auld Designs {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!

Be sure to check out Melanie Auld Designs {here} and M.A.D. by Hand {here} to see all of Melanie's great pieces.  The winner will be announced April 18th. XOXO

How I Spent My... Weekend

Dress: Stylemint Venice in Pink. Shoes: Jimmy Choo Kerfield Booties {sold out but similar here and here}. Jewelry: Anita Ko Spike Earrings, Jennifer Meyer Necklace, Melanie Auld Bracelets c/o, Hermes Clic Clac and Cartier Watch.

Saturday called for a Starbucks iced coffee and a delivery from Stylemint which I promptly wore Saturday night to Taverna Tony in Malibu; the food reminded us of our honeymoon in Greece {posts here, here and here}!

Pink tulips to celebrate spring.

 A dozen macaroons from Lette in Old Town in coconut, raspberry, vanilla, salted carmel, pistachio and sweet almond wedding cake.

Easter Sunday breakfast of coffee, asian pears and strawberries before all of the day's festivities.

How was everyone's weekend? I started off Friday by going to The Raymond House and 1886 for dinner and cocktails; they have the most amazing speciality drinks! Saturday I had a picnic at the Silverlake Reservoir with my girlfriends before heading to Taverna Tony in Malibu with my hubby.  Sunday was spent with my family celebrating my Dad's birthday and Easter.  I hope you had a great one!

P.S. If you like the Melanie Auld bracelets pictured in my outfit photo then get excited for my giveaway this week! XOXO

Styling Solutions: Coachella Boho Glam

Rag and Bone Harrow Booties $495. Kiehl's Musk Perfume Oil $26. A.P.C. Denim Playsuit $295. Topshop Neon Rhinestone Headpiece $25. Proenza Schouler PS1 Pouch {cheaper alternative here}. Topshop by Unique Sunglasses $45. YSL Arty Ring in Turquoise $250. Lancome Artliner $29. Vanessa Bruno Feather Sweater $780.

Are you one of the lucky ones attending Coachella this year? As an LA native, I'm embarrassed to admit that I have never been to the infamous music festival... need to change that asap! I wish I was going this year because there is an especially stellar lineup.  I'd love to hear Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg, Florence + The Machine, Girl Talk and The Black Keys perform!  For all you country lovers, don't fret, I have a Stagecoach inspiration board coming up soon so be sure to check back in. XOXO

Fabulous Friday

Did not realize my Chanel nail polish collection had gotten this out of control. With that being said, their seasonal releases are always on trend and add such pizzaz to an otherwise basic outfit so it's totally warranted, right? 

Finally bit the bullet and ordered the Current/Elliot Stiletto Leopard Jeans I was lusting after from this post.  I love their Stiletto style {no alterations needed!} and have this print and this wash on my wish list!

I was too excited to steam this out before snapping a photo; I just heart the little elephant print on this Winter Kate dress!  I'm planning on wearing it to a wedding with my Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings but am also contemplating investing in these amazing Oscar De La Renta Earrings in Turquoise or Gold.

On Wednesday I got a trim with Lisa at the Ken Paves salon and picked up some new products.  My hair has recently been a little on the dry side so she recommend this particular line from Kerastase {shampoo, conditioner and heat-activated styling treatment}.  I'm a huge Kerastase fan and also use their shampoo for highlighted hair and this shine serum.

Congratulations are in order for Hannah of What The Fashion who won the Friedasophie Giveaway! I'll be emailing you this weekend with details on your prize.  A big thank you to everyone that participated! I'm a few hours away from hitting a million page views {crazy!} and promise to do a great giveaway in honor of the occasion next week!

What is everyone's plan for the weekend? I'll be having a picnic with my best girlfriends Saturday afternoon, going on a date night with my hubby and celebrating Easter and my Dad's birthday on Sunday!  XOXO

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