3 Holiday Outfits

The holidays are upon us (Happy Hanukkah!) and Christmas is right around the corner, which means it's time to plan the perfect holiday party outfit!

To me, nothing says the holidays like lace, sequins and shiny fabrics! Today I've styled three outfits, perfect for that holiday get together - or just a fancy night in with the family! Who says you can't wear sequins and play a mean round of Catch Phrase? :)

earrings, nail polish, ring, dress, clutch, shoes

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earrings, stockings, clutch, bracelet 1 & 2, shoes, dress

Hope your holiday season is off to a great start!

Gifts for the Man in Your Life

Who has the problem of easily picking out gifts for girlfriends/sisters/other women and get completely stumped when it comes to the man in your life? ME!!! I also have the unfortunate luck of having a husband who's birthday is exactly one week before Christmas.  SO. MUCH. AT. ONE. TIME!! So, Tina and I were chatting via email and decided to co-create this post. Happy Shopping!  Here are some of those ideas:

1. North Face Fleece Jacket- $149-Claire's Pick
2. Polo Flannel Shirt- $98-Claire's Pick (you can get this shirt for much less at the Polo outlet. My husband has this very shirt and there is nothing more rugged than a man with a scruffy beard in plaid flannel!)
3. J Crew Outlet PJs- $29.50- Tina's Pick
4. Lacoste Watch- $295-Tina's Pick
5. Smart Wool Socks- $18.96- Claire's Pick- Best socks ever, no matter where you live. My husband and I wear ours all the time.
6. J Crew Outlet Sweater- $59.50-Tina's Pick
7. Calvin Klein Driving Loafers- $120- Claire's Pick
8. The Art of Shaving Kit- $115- Claire's Pick- My husband used a sample of this three step kit and loved everything about it.  He is prone to razor burn and his skin was soft and looked amazing. The kit was unscented so he didn't smell like a grandpa. Try it!

Gifts Under $100

Hi Ladies! I'm back...just in time for the holidays.  To continue with our gift ideas, here are some items under $100.

1. James Avery Lover's Knot Earrings- $66
2. Chanel Chance Perfume- $85
3. Lilly Pullitzer Clutch- $58
4. J Crew Flax Colored Gloves- $78
5. Fossil "Boyfriend" Watch- $95
6. Michael Kors Belt Ring- $65
7. Harry and David Fruit of the Month Club- $89.95 (this is what my grandparents are getting!)
8. Banana Republic Leopard Tote- $89.50

Gifts under $50

Today I have my top picks for gifts under $50! 

1. Marc Jacobs Rollerball Trio - $38.00 - Rollerballs are a great way to try out new scents!

2. Marled Terry Funnel Pullover - $49.95 - Linda is my inspiration - see it here.

3. Lurex Striped Pullover - $49.95 - Love the metallic stripe!

4. Fair Isle Cardis - $42.94 - I'm still on the hunt for the perfect print wrap sweater!

5. Serenity Small Stone Drops - $34.00

6. Flannel PJs - $34.95

7. Two-Tone Leather Clutch - $39.95

8. Lodge Moccasins - $39.50

9. Shimmer Brick - $40.00 - If you aren't familiar with this product, check out MM&L.

Gifts under $25

Happy December! We started decorating for the holidays last week and today during half time of the football game (Roll Tide!) we are going to decorate our tree! It's officially Christmas time!!

Here are a few things I'm loving that would make perfect stocking stuffers or small gift for a friend. All are under $25!

1. Bliss Hand Cream - $18.00 

2. Gold Polka Dot PJs - $24.99

3. Black and Crystal Bangle - $20.00

4. Orly Luxe Nail Polish - $5.38 - Recently picked this up - it's a great gold!

5. OPI Skyfall Nail Polish - $8.00

6. Slipper Socks - $15.00 - an updated version on my favorite!

7. Minted Rose Lip Balm - $7.00 - This has been on my wish list for awhile!!

8. Personalized Chevron Note Cards - $10.00

9. Tartan Scarf - $14.99 - What a great price for such a classic piece!

Hearts for Adults

Happy February!

Truth be told, when it comes to the holidays, part of me gets a little cheesy. Ugly Christmas sweater party? Right up my ally! I love the chance to be spirited! The same is true for Valentine's day.

Luckily for me I don't have to just wear red or pink! These items are spirited yet more adult friendly!

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Merry Christmas!!!

Gift Guide: Accessories

OK I know it's still November.. and in our house we can't start celebrating until AFTER Thanksgiving and AFTER my husband's birthday. However, the rest of the world and retailers seem to think differently (husband found the Christmas station on the radio. Yikes). Really though there's no harm in getting a jump start on shopping so once I can celebrate the holiday, shopping is taken care of - or at least somewhat in order!!

1. Rustic Plaid Scarf - $39.50 - just so happens to go with my new teals cords... ;)
2. Ribbed Slipper Sock - $9.50 - these are the most wonderful socks - ever. Promise.
3. Hearthstone Glittens - $28
4. Sateen Slipper - $25
5. Fair Isle Gloves - $29.50 - hard to see but these gloves have a slight sparkle!
6. OPI Crown Me Already - $4.50 - glitter, glitter, sparkle, sparkle
7. Mixed Stitch Infinity Loop Scarf - $34.50

Fall Home Decor

In between watching 9/11 footage and football I decorated my apartment for fall! I needed something positive to brighten my mood a little bit! :) While I'm saving the witches and skeletons for a few more weeks, I love seeing my fall decorations!

To get you in the spirit, some new and old fall favorites! Aren't the napkins (#5) wonderful??

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