Tuesday, May 21, 2013

{Fashion} Lavender Shorts, Stripes & Lace

*photos by michaela noelle designs
Details | Shirt: Nordstrom; Shorts: J.Crew; Wedges: Tilly's (similar) , Bracelets: Tiffany's & gift. 

And this, my friends, is why I heart California. Last week was so warm and sunny, so when I saw the sun setting, I grabbed my friend and the camera and went smack dab in the middle of the street to take some photos before we lost the light. Perfect timing is an understatement.

I have these same shorts in berry and recently added the lavender ones to my closet {hey, I can't help it that my mom bought me them as a sweet gift while I was on my spending freeze!} If you know me in real life, you know I hate wearing shorts. I was never allowed to wear them to school growing up, because we had a dress code at the private school I went to. Then I went to college in Seattle for three years where, let's be honest, you can't really wear shorts! Now, anytime I wear them I feel like I'm breaking the rules. These Chino shorts are great because they're not too short. {Sorry, but my pet peeve in fashion is girls wearing tight, short-shorts that they have no business wearing!} These are every bit as comfy as they are cute, which makes them my favorite shorts eva. Yep, eva.  This shirt is another favorite as it combines two of my favorite things: lace and stripes. Throw on some sandals and it's the perfect beach day outfit, but with wedges you could even go out on the town for a casual summer evening. 

Is it warming up where YOU live yet?! Also, in case I haven't stated it yet, you should probably get these shorts. You won't be disappointed :)

Happy Tuesday!
xoxo
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PS. Welcome my sponsor Charles Emerson Designs!
Erin's shop is full of the prettiest (and most affordable!) jewels for your home. I'm especially loving this necklace & this bracelet!

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Monday, May 20, 2013

Hattan Home Giveaway!


You're in for a real treat today! Lindsay, one of the kindest gals around, is the owner of Hattan Home where she sells adorable things for wherever you may call home. In addition to cute bath towels, yummy candles, and the best poufs you've ever seen, she also sells these little gems:
Friends, let me introduce you to the best candy lipgloss ever. I got mine a few months ago and I'm still smitten :)  Today, you have the chance to win all that goodness up there! A macaron lip gloss, trinket box and macaron soaps. Simply delightful! If you can't wait to snag something, use code "Michaela" at checkout for 10% off your purchase through May.

Simply enter the giveaway below by using the Rafflecopter tool.
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Good luck & Happy Monday!
xoxo
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Saturday, May 18, 2013

May Sponsors to Love

Hi loves! It's Saturday...hooray :) I'm here sharing some of the lovely ladies who sponsor this here blog. I'm so excited about all of them being here. Somehow I always have the most talented advertisers! From a party planner and designer, home decor shop, sweet girl building her new home, and jewelry shop owner, there's a little something for everyone. Enjoy!

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Hi!  I'm Hannah Matthew, owner and designer at Sweets & Celebrations.  I'm a California girl, born and raised, with a soft spot for the Eastern seaboard and all things pretty and preppy.  After working in the field of high-end interior and furniture design for several years, I set out to pursue my dream of starting a lifestyle brand inspired by my love of domesticity and the aesthetic arts. My true passion is creating sensational lifestyles for my clients. From composing breathtaking desserts and styling elegant parties, to designing flawless homes, I provide my clients with the elements it takes to live beautifully and entertain impeccably.  I specialize in custom dessert tables tailored to any theme or color scheme.  It allows both of my loves, baking mini desserts and designing, to work together in unison!  My blog focuses on desserts, design, entertaining, DIY ideas, and whatever else inspires me!  

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Hi I am Aubrey.  I am a work from home mom with a passion for interior design, entrepreneurship, and savvy savings.  We all want to feel "At Home" and who doesn't love quality decor, furniture, and home accents at deep discounted prices? Shop my core product line and my weekly flash specials.  We offer a BIG FLASH SALE every weekend from FRIDAY to SUNDAY!  This is where you can score crazy amazing deals, often all for under $10!   Join my emailer to stay "in the know" about all the current SALES and Flash specials and follow me on facebook by liking my page.  If you too would like to earn an income while also having the flexibility to be at home, be sure to click on my "join today" link at the bottom of my store home page to be part of my awesome group of stylists.



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Hi all, I'm Lauren over at Bound by Love. I'm an Army brat married to my Soldier husband, but we're starting an exciting adventure of getting out of the Army, moving to Florida this summer (where we know no one), building a house, getting a puppy, and putting down roots (I don't know what those are!) I blog about every day things; friends, crafting, the excitement and stress of building a home, and everything in between. I'm random so even I never know what will end up on the blog. I try to be positive more than anything, so sometimes posts just turn into helpful reminders to myself that life is GOOD. If you need a reminder too come stop by! I'd love to have you. I'm not a photographer so don't get excited about professional pictures, but I am one heck of an instagramer (@lobo86)!


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My online jewelry boutique, Charles Emerson Designs, is named after my two kids, Charlie and Emerson. I am a former first grade teacher turned stay at home mom turned small business owner.   When I found I was losing my sense of self in dirty diapers and toddler tantrums I decided to turn my passion for flashy jewelry into a new business.  I began back in November and have been growing ever since.  It's been an exciting adventure and I can't wait to see where it takes me! 
Use code MICHAELA20 for a 20% discount at checkout!

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See?! Amazing gals as always! Hopefully you'll pay them a visit and get yourself a little treat from Charles Emerson Designs with the discount code!

Happy weekend! XO

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PS. If you'd like to sponsor MND in June, email me for an updated media kit with pricing and packages! michaelawarner90 {at} gmail.com

Friday, May 17, 2013

Summer Dreaming

Let's take a breather and remind ourselves it's Friday. That's always a great thing! Today I'm sharing some images I'm loving. With Summer on the brain {which truthfully, is an issue because I still have another month of school!} I find I'm lingering on webpages with gorgeous outdoor spaces and summer recipes. My oh my, I could stare at these all day...
 
 
 
*images: one / two / three / four / five / six / seven / eight

I long for the day when I have my own home with a cute backyard to entertain family and friends. In my daydreams are luscious plants climbing a trellis, beautiful garden roses, peonies, a fire pit or outdoor pizza oven, some pretty stones for the patio, wrought iron and beige furniture, and just maybe a really awesome infinity pool. A girl can dream! What's on your backyard wish list? Any of the above would do :)

Here are some links for your weekend!
- the cutest gold leaf polka dot DIY
- a little look book post I adore
- Head over heels for this blue rug in one of the prettiest bedrooms around
- Lulu & Georgia launched our newest collection of rugs and they are stunners
- An inspiration pep talk about doing life with God by one of my best friends
- One of my favorite new fashion blogs
- The yummiest of pizza recipes

Enjoy your Friday!
xoxo
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