Can You believe it is Thursday already?

Can you believe that in one week it is Thanksgiving? 

I was away over Veteran's Day, in which I had no WiFi. While it was lovely to be relatively 'unplugged' for a few days, I was unable to edit photos and blog posts, hence no post on Tuesday. 

Animal prints have been on trend for a while now, but this season along with camo, leopard prints are really having their moment. This Leopard Maxi from ZARA is what dreams are made of, and how perfect for a Thanksgiving dinner?? 

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Here are some other animal print holiday options.

What are your faves? 

jacket / clutch / heels / bomber / sweater / slippers

xx, Elise

Happy Thursday Lovelies! 

Two trends I have loved this year have been velvet and fun sleeves. Velvet has been having it's moment for a few seasons, but this year it is front and center.  We have also seen the evolution of the pleated skirt, last year it was all about the pleated leather and metallics, and this year velvet has taken it's place. 

This skirt speaks to me, 

 1. it's blush 

2. velvet 

& 

3. so feminine!

 I love the juxtaposition of  dainty and slightly rugged, so obviously I wanted to pair this uber girly skirt with an over sized cozy sweater. Enter balloon sleeves.  Sweaters this season have really upped their game. They are over sized, off the shoulder, embellished, bell sleeve, ruffle sleeve or in this case balloon sleeve.  I am totally in love with this sweater.

The best part about these two pieces is their versatility. I am already styling them a million different ways.

What are your favorite trends this season?

xx, Elise









skirt / sweater / heels / splurge vs. save / sunnies 

Happy Thursday Loves! 

Weeks that follow a long weekend are so painful and this week has felt epic! 

 I know it is not even December, but I feel there is so much to do and such little time!  All of my weekends are booked through Christmas.  I have my dance show this weekend and my son's football end of season party. With parties, holiday shows, friends visiting, and all of my free time booked, I decided to do most of my shopping online.  I got some great black Friday deals, but I have to say I was not super excited about cyber Monday.  I found the % off some stores were offering was not any different then what it would be normally. I also came across the a lot of 'in store only' deals, isn't that the point of cyber Monday? 

One online store that was offering fantastic Black Friday deals and is still offering amazing bundle deals, is Daniel Wellington. These beautiful crafted watches named after a British man the founder Filip Tysander met on vacation are both tasteful and timeless.  With their classic faces and interchangeable straps these watches are not only beautiful, but perfect for any occasion.

Hope your first weekend of December is fabulous!

xx, Elise

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  cardi / tee / jeans / boots similar here / sunnies 

Good Morning! 

Can you believe that Thanksgiving is in two days? 

This year is the first year we will be eating our holiday dinner out, but we will still enjoy some of our holiday traditions. I for one never miss out on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.  I love all of the Broadway performances, it is one of my favorite things to do on Thanksgiving. Another tradition is going to our High School football game. Needham and Wellesley will be facing off for the 130th Thanksgiving Day Game on Thursday, making it the oldest public school rivalry in the country! 

It is all fun and games now, but in a few short years, my sister's son and my son will be in high school possibly playing against one another!  

With Thanksgiving being the official kick off to the Holiday season, let's get shopping! 

Shop for some of the ladies in your life with this Black Friday gift guide.

sleep mask / PJs / slippers

Happy Shopping! 

xx, Elise