Etc.: Weekend In Instagram

First day at the pool.

Can you spot the secret service man?

Early evening mountain view.

Water station at the hotel spa.

Tea station pre massage.

Last drink of the trip: Raspberry Mojito.

Airport stop at Chili's for some endless chips and salsa.

I hope everyone's week is going well!  A few more outfit posts coming up next...  Missed the Closet Clean Out Sale? Check it out here.  For the latest Guide To Style updates, follow me on Facebook, Twitter, CurrentlyObsessed.Me, Pinterest and Bloglovin.  XOXO

♥ Recent Outfit: Valentine's Day

Dress: Joie "Rori".  Shoes: Christian Louboutin {similar here}. Jewelry: J.Crew Rhinestone Link Bracelet, Anita Ko Spike Earrings, Jennifer Meyer Necklace, YSL "Arty" Ring and Hermes Clic Clac. Nails: Essie's Too Too Hot.

How I Spent My... Valentine's Weekend

The surprise destination: Starwood's The Phoenician in Scottsdale, Arizona.

75+ degrees and sunny at the poolside restaurant.  

Lunch time view.

Adorable yellow cabanas.

First drink of the trip: Raspberry Sorbet {Absolut Raspberry, fresh muddled raspberries, soda water and limes}.

Lunch poolside our first day.

Dinner Attire: Joie "Rori" Dress.

Jewelry: J.Crew Rhinestone Link Bracelet, Anita Ko Spike Earrings, Jennifer Meyer Necklace, YSL "Arty" Ring and Hermes Clic Clac.

Shoes: Christian Louboutins {similar here}.

Bag & Lips: Chanel Wallet On Chain and Revlon Lip Butter in Raspberry Pie.

Cherry Lemon Drop at Mastro's City Hall {nails: Essie's Too Too Hot} .

Vice President Joe Biden was staying at our hotel while we were there so secret service was everywhere! More weekend Instagram photos and an outfit shot from the trip coming up next.  

Missed the Closet Clean Out Sale? Check it out here.  For the latest Guide To Style updates, follow me on Facebook, Twitter, CurrentlyObsessed.Me, Pinterest and Bloglovin.  XOXO

Recipe: Valentine's Day Monster Cookies

My sorority house mom in college would make us these amazing cookies for special occasions.  She gave us the recipe before we graduated and I've been making them for my family ever since.  They can be made for any holiday- simply buy the festive holiday M&Ms {I'm partial to the Valentine's Day and Easter M&Ms for no reason other than the pretty colors}!

Ingredients: 3 eggs, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 cup of white sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon white corn syrup, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 stick of melted butter, 1.5 cups of peanut butter, 4.5 cups of oatmeal and 1 cup of M&Ms.

Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and stir until mixed.  Bake on parchment paper at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Cool before serving.  Enjoy!

Happy Valentine's Day to you all! I hope you have a day filled with lots of love! My hubby took me on a surprise Valentine's vacation this past weekend to Scottsdale- photos coming up in my next post!  Until then check out my Closet Clean Out Sale here. XOXO

Closet Clean Out Sale

1. SOLD

2. SOLD

3. Miu Miu Sandals size 39. Worn once. Will send with Miu Miu shoe bags. $215 {price reduced}.

4. Mason by Michelle Mason One Shoulder Dress size 2. Worn once. $140 {more photos here}.

5. Tucker Dress size XS. Worn once. $115 {price reduced!}.

6. Juicy Couture Dress size Petite.  Worn once. $60

7. BCBG Runway Dress size 0. Worn once. $190 {price reduced! more photos here}.

8. Alice and Olivia Dress size XS. Worn once. $135 {price reduced!}.

9. BCBG Runway Dress size XS. Worn once $100

10. SOLD
11. Amanda Uprichard Olive Green Top size XS. Never worn, tags attached. $75
12. Rebecca Taylor Rosette Top. Size 2. Never worn. $60
13. SOLD

If you are interested in or have sizing questions about any item please feel free to email me at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com.  I accept Paypal and will ship via USPS Priority in the USA at no additional fee {inquire for international shipping cost}. Thanks for checking everything out! Happy Valentine's Day! XOXO

Best Dressed: 2012 Grammy Awards

Rihanna in custom Giorgio Armani and Neil Lane jewelry. Taylor Swift in Zuhair Murad and Neil Lane jewelry. Gwyneth Paltrow in Stella McCartney.

There wasn't too much to choose from in my opinion... I LOVED Katy Perry's Elie Saab dress but the blue hair and fit just ruined it for me; crazy how important hair and makeup is the the entire look! XOXO

images via justjared.com

Fabulous Friday

Shirt: Zara {recent}. Scarf: Zara {recent}. Pants: Current/Elliot Leather Leggings. Shoes: Shoemint "Jolly" Booties in Taupe. Jewelry: Jennifer Meyer, YSL, Vintage, and Hermes. Lips: Tom Ford Pink Dusk Lipstick and Tom Ford Naked Lipgloss.

Happy Friday everyone!  Last week, my Mom and I happened to be in Neiman Marcus when Christian Louboutin was signing shoes!  It was amazing how they transformed the shoe salon for his visit- I thought I'd share the few photos I took with you all.  Closet Clean Out post coming up next...  XOXO

Update: here is the link to my Zara top.

♥ Recent Outfit: 1 Pair Of Shoes, 3 Looks

Shoemint "Janice" Booties and Jennifer Meyer Initial Necklace worn throughout. 

{Outfit 1} 
Sweater: Missoni For Target. Dress: Joie {similar}. Lips: Revlon Lip Butter in Raspberry Pie and Sweet Tart. Nails: Chanel Black Pearl.

{Outfit 2}
Leather Jacket: Joie {similar here and here}. Dress: Rebecca Taylor {similar version here or I love this option from resort}. Nails: Essie Angel Food.

{Outfit 3} 
Sweater: Joie "Trevista" {on sale here!}. Dress: Parker {loving this print for spring}. Lips: Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake. Nails: Essie Angel Food.

Two more posts including an updated Closet Clean Out Sale coming up before the weekend... XOXO

Gift Guide: Valentine's Day Edition

YSL Perle SPF15 Lipstick In Sparkling Fuchsia $34. Diptyque Roses Candle Duo $78. Alexander McQueen Skull Ring $285. Juicy Couture Sleep Shorts $44. Smythson "Everything's Coming Up Roses" Notebook $115. Michael Kors Rose Gold Watch $250. Babycakes Cookbook $25. YSL Cabas Chyc Tote $1,995.

Need ideas for what to wear on the 14th? Check out my Valentine's Day Inspiration Boards {here} and {here} for some festive pink, red and white options. XOXO

Current Obsession: CurrentlyObsessed.me Recent Favorites

{First Row}

3.1 Phillip Lim Jumpsuit $750. Rifle Paper Co. Notebooks {set of 3} $12.95. Oscar de la Renta Neckklace $475. WGACA Vintage Chanel Bag $2950. Lover Snake Sleeve Dress $320. 

{Second Row}

ASOS Pyramid Earrings $32. Christian Louboutin Spike Cork Pump $1495. Herve Leger Colorblock Dress $1590. Preen Blazer $1645. Kris Nations "Texas" Necklace $57.

{Third Row}

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pump $625. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Dress $198. Topshop Blazer $130. Current/Elliot "The Low" Bell Jeans $62.70 {on sale!}. ASOS Portfolio Clutch $35.

{Fourth Row}

Current/Elliot "The Boyfriend" Shorts $138. ASOS Double Cuff $17. Just Cavalli Maxi Skirt $670. The Cambridge Satchel Neon Pink Bag $154.99. Crumpet Cashmere Scarf $130. 

Follow me on CurrentlyObsessed.me {here} for daily updates of my favorite pieces for spring.  Also, you might have noticed the new "Current Obsession" rotating photo on the side bar of my blog- simply click the photo if you want to get more info on the item!  XOXO

Inspiration: Pizzazzerie Feature!

My super talented sister is featured on the amazing party blog Pizzazzerie today.  Check out all the photos from her party {here} for a little inspiration! XOXO

And The Winner Is...

Congratulations to Rosa of RosaLovesDC , you were selected via random.org as the winner!  Please let me where you would like your Martha Stewart glitter set and J.Crew bracelet mailed to by emailing me at nicole.guidetostyle@gmail.com!

Thank you to everyone else that entered! I really appreciate all the comments, it was so fun to read what everyone is doing for Valentine's Day.  I promise to do another giveaway in the next few weeks so stay tuned...  XOXO

Fabulous Friday

Happy Friday! I hope everyone has an amazing weekend... Does anyone have exciting Super Bowl Sunday plans or fun recipes that they are going to try out for the big game {if so, do share!}?  

Also, don't forget to sign up for the Martha Stewart Glitter Set & J.Crew Bracelet Giveaway by Sunday the 5th here! 

You could win both of these fun treats!

If you missed this week's review on Revlon's Lip Butters, check it out here.

P.S. I picked up these cute little flowers at Trader Joe's this week... By chance, does anyone know the name of them ? XOXO

Shop Now: Valentine's Day Inspiration Board #2

{Top Row}

Stella McCartney Embroidered Dress. Juicy Couture Color Block Dress.  Richard Nicholl Striped Silk Dress. Oscar De La Renta Earrings.

{Bottom Row}

See By Chloe Sweater Dress. Day Birger Et Mikkelsen Silk Dress. Alice by Temperley Lace Playsuit. Jimmy Choo Sandals.

If you missed the first Valentine's Day Inspiration Board check it out here!  Also, don't forget  to enter my giveaway before February 5th for your chance to win a Martha Stewart Glitter Set and J.Crew bracelet!  XOXO

Giveaway: Martha Stewart & J.Crew

To start February off right, I wanted to give back to all my readers with another giveaway!  I received the amazing Martha Stewart Glitter Set for Christmas and have been obsessed with it ever since!  I purchased one for a reader thinking it would be perfect to make Valentine's Day crafts with {Also great for festive glitter nails!}.  Also included in the giveaway is an adorable J.Crew bracelet with gold rhinestone detailing that I posted about last week.

To enter please do the following:

- Become a Follower of the blog {"Google Friend Connect" at right}.

- Follow me one other way, either on my Facebook page {here} or on CurrentlyObsessed.Me {here}.

- Leave me a comment letting me know you've done the above along with your plans for Valentine's Day!

The deadline to enter is Sunday, February 5th {Super Bowl Sunday!}.  Good luck! XOXO

Review: Revlon Lip Butters

By now, you've probably seen the gorgeous ad with Emma Stone wearing Revlon's Lip Butter in Peach Parfait {which sadly was the only color I couldn't find in stores during my search}.  There are a ton of reviews of this product online but I thought I'd go ahead and share my thoughts. 

{First Thoughts}

Each lipstick comes in an adorable quilted case colored to match the actual product.  For the most part, the colors were spot on and I also liked that you could see the color from the top of the tube.

 {Colors Reviewed From Left To Right}

Creamsicle, Creme Brulee, Strawberry Shortcake, Sweet Tart, Berry Smoothie, Lollipop, Raspberry Pie, Candy Apple and Cherry Tart.

 {Photo Without Flash}

The consistency of Revoln's Lip Butters are very similar to Bobbi Brown's Creamy Lip Color both of which go on like a thick, creamy chapstick.  I also loved that the colors were true to how they looked in the tube.  For the most part, they all had buildable depth especially some of the darker colors.  

{Photo With Flash}

For reference, I actually think this photo with flash captures the colors best. Creamsicle is a very light and creamy nude that looked horrible on me.  It might look better during the summer time or layered over a brighter color.  Overall opinion is that it wasn't my favorite.  Creme Brulee is a pretty brown/pink nude that is very easy to wear.  Two of my favorite colors that I tried are Strawberry Shortcake and Sweet Tart.  Both are pinks that work really well with my coloring {fair with yellow undertones, tans easily} and are good for everyday if I want something a little fun.  Next up is Berry Smoothie which is a light berry that I think could work for anyone.  It's a great everyday color to have on hand to make your natural lip color look a little more polished.  The next four colors were on the darker end of the spectrum.  Lollipop is a blue based fushia pink with shimmer in it that reminded me of Barbie.  Raspberry Pie is a bold, dark pink but it would look great with flawless skin and  simple eye makeup.  Candy Apple is a orange based red {which works better for me} and Cherry Tart is a blue based red that had some shimmer in it.  

Overall, I thought this was a great product at a really affordable price {$6.50-$7.50 depending where you buy from} which is great because you can experiment with colors you normally wouldn't.  I bought these at Walgreens where they were having buy one, get one 50% off so all 9 of these were almost the same price as buying a single Tom Ford lipstick!  My favorite lipsticks of all time are still Tom Ford and Bobbi Brown's Creamy Lip Color but I think Revlon Lip Butters are very comparable in terms of color range and consistency.

Stay tuned for a Giveaway and another Valentine's Inspiration Board this week! XOXO

Best Dressed 2012 SAG Awards

Amber Heard in Zac Posen. Angelina Jolie in Jenny Packham. Emma Stone in custom Alexander McQueen. Jessica Chastain in Calvin Klein.

Michelle Williams in Valentino. Kyra Sedgwick in Emilio Pucci. Lea Michele in Versace. Zoe Saldana in Givenchy Haute Couture.

images via justjared.com and life.com

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