How I Spent My... Weekend

Rehearsal dinner at Freemans.

{Dress: 3.1 Phillip Lim. Earrings: Stella & Dot. Necklace: Jennifer Meyer.} 

City view from The Bowery Hotel. 

Place card table at the reception.

With the hubby + the bride {+ baby boy 32 weeks}!

{Dress: Rory Beca. Fur: Joie. Clutch: Chanel. Bride's Dress: Monique Lhuillier.}

Dessert table buffet set up.

Centerpieces + table numbers. 

Our pretty calligraphy name cards.

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Check my Instagram for more weekend pics. XOXO

Recent Outfit

Dress: Rory Beca {old but similar option here}. Fur Jacket: Joie {vest version here + similar jacket on sale here}. Shoes: Christian Louboutin {sold out but similar here}. Bag: Chanel Clutch. Jewelry: Anita Ko Spike Earrings, Max & Chloe Monogram Necklace, Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster + Bronze Cupcake Chain Bracelets.

The wedding we attended Saturday night was at The Bowery Hotel in NYC and catered by Gemma {delicious!}.  Everything was beautiful especially the bride in Monique Lhuillier! I'll have some weekend pics from my camera up tomorrow. XOXO

Recent Outfit

Dress: 3.1 Phillip Lim {old from Shopbop}. Shoes: YSL Tribtoo Pumps in Black Suede. Bag: Zara. Jewelry: Jennifer Meyer Initial Necklace, Stella & Dot Serenity Stone Earrings + Jacquie Aiche Initial Ring. Hair: Dry Bar in Murray Hill. 

On Friday we got into NYC to start off a fun filled wedding weekend celebrating two of our friends! It was my last plane flight {32 weeks down!} before baby boy arrives. I wore this to the rehearsal dinner at Freemans {which was delicious btw}. Wedding outfit and more weekend pics coming up this week.  XOXO

Reminders

- Bloomingdales Friends and Family ends today. Use code FANDF for 20% off.

- Sephora VIB sale ends today. Use code CELEBRATE for 20% off.

- Gap, Gap Kids + Baby Gap 30% off sale ends today. Use code GAPFRIENDS.

Beauty: Current Favorites From Sephora

Some current favorites from Sephora: 

Josie Maran SPF 40 Moisturizer, Sephora Instant Nail Polish Remover + Lancome Hypnose Star Mascara Collection.  

This Lancome set is such a good deal! You get a full size of their Hypnose Star Mascara and Artliner Liquid Eyeliner {my favorite + super easy to apply} along with their eye makeup remover and lash booster for basically the price of just the mascara. I think I've raved enough about Josie Maran products but if you are new to the line and want to try it this Bestseller Set would be a great place to start. I was also eyeing this lip plumping Buxom Time To Shine Lipgloss Set that I have been hearing great things about {apparently the White Russian color is the perfect nude}. If you use the Sephora VIB code CELEBRATE you get 20% off your order too! The sale ends on November 12th and is in stores as well. Start your shopping here.

I'm headed to NYC tonight for a wedding so in case I don't post tomorrow have a great weekend! All the weekend sale reminders below. XOXO

 - Shop up to 70% off markdowns at Shopbop here.

- Shop Bloomingdales Friend's + Family sale with code HOLIDAYFF until the 12th.

- Shop the Saks sale until the 10th here.

- Shop the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale here.

- Shop J.Crew's 25% off $150 with code OURTREAT until the 8th here. My picks here.

Sales & Steals: My Favorite Markdowns

Theory Clarania Brittania Coat. B Brian Atwood Platform Booties.  Kain Label Maisie Dress. Incase Chrome iPhone Case {more color options here}. Steven Wedge Boots. Rachel Zoe Cole Shawl Collar Dress. Vince Cowl Sweater {also available in charcoal}. Pour La Victoire Croc Booties {also available in camel croc}.

With so many sales happening now and many more coming up before the end of the year, I've complied some of my current favorites. All of my picks above are from Shopbop's sale which has some items going for up to 70% off!

Also, Sephora is having a 20% off sale starting tomorrow {code CELEBRATE at checkout} if you are a VIP member so get your shopping list ready and review my Sephora picks here if you need ideas.

A little refresher with all the current sales, codes and links you need below... XOXO

- Shop up to 70% off markdowns at Shopbop here.
- Shop Bloomingdales Friend's + Family sale with code HOLIDAYFF until the 12th.

- Shop the Saks sale until the 10th here.
- Shop the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale here.
- Shop J.Crew's 25% off $150 with code OURTREAT until the 8th here. My picks here.

Sales & Steals: Bloomingdales, Saks, Shopbop + Nordstrom

20% off at Bloomingdales with code HOLIDAYFF now through November 12th here.

Up to 40% off at Saks now through November 10th. No code needed, shop here.

Up to 70% off new markdowns at Shopbop. No code needed, shop here.

Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale and free shipping happening now here.

I'll post a few favorites from these sales tomorrow, happy shopping! XOXO

Sales & Steals: J.Crew 25% Off Online

Edie Purse $238. Leopard Wild Side Bangle $68. Collection Sasha Snakeskin Pumps $375. Invitation Dot Clutch $158. Frenchie Sweater $98. Cafe Capri Tiny Dots Pants $148. Bow Coat $365. Midrise Distressed Toothpick Jeans $168. Chiffon Dot Top $128. Fair Isle Ski Sweater $148. 

J.Crew is having 25% off plus free shipping when you spend $150 or more. Simply enter code OURTREAT at checkout now through November 8th. It'd be a great time to start your holiday shopping... Also, this code is only valid online so start shopping here. 

P.S. Congrats to Courtney of Coco In Pink on winning the Perricone MD giveaway. I should have a new giveaway up in a week or so! XOXO

Hurricane Sandy

As we head into the weekend I thought it'd be good to keep this short and sweet. I lived in NYC on two separate occasions and am heading there next weekend for a wedding so I have a major sweet spot for the Big Apple and the East Coast. If you would like to donate to the relief effort for Hurricane Sandy please visit the American Red Cross' website here. Hope all of you and your loved ones were kept safe during the storms! XOXO

image via nydailynews.com

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{clockwise from top left}

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

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween! Check out my 2011 Halloween post for some last minute party inspiration. The Perricone MD giveaway winner will be announced today on Twitter and Facebook and contacted via email as well. If you'd like to host a giveaway on the blog please email me at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com. XOXO

Shop Now: Holiday Dresses

Katie Ermilio 2 in 1 Dress $1595. Three Floors Lace Dress $238 {also in black}. findersKEEPERS Precious Memories Dress $139 {also in blue}. Tbags Los Angeles Maxi Dress $198. Rebecca Taylor Aristotle Dress $225 {on sale!}.

Maybe it's the wedding I'm attending next weekend or the fact that two of my best friends are newly engaged but recently I've had my eye on some beauties that would be perfect for both the holidays and special occasions coming up. I've also done a little inventory of my closet and have decided that I'm lacking solid colored dresses {especially in black} so my mission is to invest in some pieces that look a little more grown up. My lust pick is the Katie Ermilio piece and while the price tag is frightening, it has a detachable skirt that makes this dress a two in one to help you get more bang for your buck... I'm thinking the much more affordable Tbags Los Angeles number would be a perfect option while pregnant and would easily transition into my post baby wardrobe. XOXO

Reminders

- Last chance to enter my Perricone MD giveaway here. Winner announced tomorrow!

Fabulous Friday

Midweek surprises are the best... 

Audrey necklace c/o Jenn of EllandEmm on Etsy.

I was so stoked to come home this week to a lovely treat from Jenn of EllandEmm! I can't wait to create some fall looks with this beautiful piece. Jenn creates amazing statement jewelry that sells out at lightening speed so be sure to follow her on Twitter for restock updates @Jenn5716. I just might have another piece to share with you soon and perhaps a giveaway... Have a great weekend! XOXO

Reminders

- 25% off at Bauble Bar with code BBFAMILY + $10 off your first order here.

- Giveaway with Perricone MD {$125 value} here until October 30th.

Baby: My Baby Shower

I wanted to share a few detailed photos from my baby shower hosted by my sister who owes Bloom Designs... it was beyond anything I could have imagined! Be sure to check out my sister's blog for party planning and holiday tips {here} and her Etsy store, Bloom Designs Online, to order printables and supplies {here}. XOXO

Giveaway: Perricone MD Formula 15

I was recently contacted by Perricone MD to give a Nicole's Guide To Style reader a bottle of their newest product, Formula 15 {a $125 value at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and Sephora}, which has been featured in InStyle, Town & Country and Marie Claire!

Here is some information about the product from their website: "Formula 15 is designed with Dr. Perricone's most notable, patented nutrient antioxidants, Alpha Lipoic Acid and DMAE in highest concentrations available in any Perricone MD power treatment. Powered by the NTP Complex delivery system, Alpha Lipoic Acid repairs the depth of a wrinkle while DMAE firms the appearance of, and pulls the skin taut. This synergistic action results in a smoother skin surface, softened texture and unparalleled radiance."

Mandatory Entries:

- Become a follower of Nicole's Guide To Style with Google Friend Connect and a follower on Facebook.

- Visit the Perricone MD site and read more about Formula 15.

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

Four Extra Entries {please leave me a comment for each additional entry}:

- Follow nsguidetostyle on Pinterest.

- Follow nsguidetostyle on Instagram.

- Follow nsguidetostyle on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway.

- Follow Nicole's Guide To Style on Bloglovin'.

The winner will be announced on October 31st so be sure to enter by 11:59pm on Tuesday the 30th. Best of luck! XOXO

Baby: Baby Shower Outfit

Dress: Opening Ceremony {sold out but another color way here + here}. Shoes: Shoemint Jess in Bronze. Jewelry: Anita Ko Spike Earrings, David Yurman Champagne Citrine Ring, Jacquie Aiche Initial Ring.

I wore this to my first baby shower on Sunday hosted by my amazing sister! All the details were perfect and I loved spending the day with my family and friends who made me and baby feel so special. I will be 30 weeks this Friday and according to my baby app I have 73 days left until 40 weeks. Can't wait to share some of the party pictures with you this week! XOXO

Fabulous Friday

Baby Boy's shower is this Sunday! Invites coming soon to Bloom Designs Online on Etsy.

Stella & Dot Jewels c/o: Serpent Bangle, Serenity Stone Earrings + Copper Cupchain Bracelet.

Shoemint Jess Pumps in Bronze + Deborah Lippmann Swagga Like Us Nail Polish.

Drugstore Favorites: Alba Honey Mango Bath + Shower Gel, EOS Vanilla Bliss Shave Cream, Crest Complete Herbal Mint, Ardell False Lashes in #105 + Wispies.

Victoria's Secret Pajamas: these are my favorite!

Sunday is our first baby shower and I'm so excited! My sister has been working so hard on all the details and I can't wait to see everything come together. I'll try to post a few sneak peeks of the party on my Instagram account, nsguidetostyle, on Sunday! Hope you all have a fun filled weekend. XOXO

Sale Alerts + Reminders

- Saks 20% off ends October 21st. Use code FRNFAM7.

- Serena & Lily 20% off ends October 23rd. Use code SHARE20.

- My Sephora picks here.

- Follow me under nsguidetostyle on Instagram, Twitter + Pinterest for the latest updates.

-  Closet Clean Out Sale album on my Facebook page.

Sales & Steals: My Sephora Friends & Family Picks

It's been a crazy sale month so far! Sephora is my go to for all my makeup and beauty products {plus it doesn't hurt that there is one walking distance from me!}. They are currently offering their Friends & Family discount now through October 31st, the only catch is you need a code from a sales associate... So head on in to your nearest store and try to score a discount! If you need ideas, scroll through my lookbook to see my top twelve products and shop with a simple click of the item.

P.S. Do you like this new lookbook feature or so you prefer collages of my favorite items? XOXO

Recent Outfit

Top: Vince {also available in pink, citrine, navy + white}. Jeans: Citizen Of Humanity Avedon. Shoes: Christian Louboutin. Scarf: Zara {sold out online but navy version here}. Jewelry: J.Crew Crystal Necklace. Lips: Revlon Lip Butter in Raspberry Pie. Nails: Chanel Blue Rebel {sold out}.

I wore this out on a double date Saturday night to The Grove in LA. We ate at Umami Burger and saw Taken 2... I loved the first movie but the sequel was SO disappointing! Btw, I'm obsessed with this top and hope to get a few other colors for fall. It's super soft, on the longer side and has just the right amount of slouch. Use the Shopbop 20% off code WEAREFAMILY to get it in white or pink! XOXO

Reminders

- Shopbop 20% off ends at midnight. Use code WEAREFAMILY.

- Saks 20% off ends October 21st. Use code FRNFAM7.

- Serena & Lily 20% off ends October 23rd. Use code SHARE20.

- Follow me under nsguidetostyle on Instagram, Twitter + Pinterest for the latest updates.

- New Closet Clean Out Sale album on my Facebook page.