Current Crushes!

Happy Thursday, y’all! We’re excited to share our latest round up of fashion, home and beauty crushes! If you haven’t shopped our interactive collages before, it’s super easy…you just click or tap on each individual item in the collage above and it links directly to all of the details, or you can click on the product images in the gallery below!

Right now Bloomingdale’s is offering the coziest antidote to dropping temperatures with savings of 50% off of exclusive cashmere styles, and there are so many colors and styles to choose from (we’re eyeing this puff sleeve sweater, this fisherman inspired cardigan and this classic crewneck that comes in 13 colors!)…but hurry, cashmere rarely goes on sale! From now until Monday night, you can take up to 25% off of boots and sweaters at Madewell with the code ESSENTIALS…click here to see how we styled this comfy sweater, and here for our go-to fall outfit formula with these suede Chelsea boots! Today at Ann Taylor, enjoy up to 50% off of select full price styles like this floral midi dress, this pretty silk scarf and this tie waist puff-sleeve shirtdress, and an extra 40-60% off sale items, including this floral midi skirt, these suede ballet slides and this belted puff-sleeve dress! Lots of new things landed at J.Crew this week and we’re swooning over all of the holiday-ready plaids and sequins; right now you can take 25% off of recent arrivals with the code NOVEMBER and up to 50% off of gift-worthy picks! Rifle Paper Co. has the perfect incentive for ticking off a few boxes on your gift list — today you can use the code EARLYBIRD for 25% off orders over $50…we’re just loving every color + print happy piece in their holiday collection! These days the interiors world is rife with shipping delays, so Chairish is celebrating their unique inventory of ready-to-ship pieces with a three-day sale…we’re smitten with with this charming jute rug, this rattan table and this timeless blue + white lamp! In the mood to refresh your sleeping space? Don’t miss Serena & Lily’s ‘Bedroom Boutique’ sale with special pricing on stylish essentials for a great night’s rest…we’re obsessed with the print on this upholstered bed, these sweet scalloped sheets and this fresh take on vintage quilts!

If you’re not a Creative Club Bestie yet, there’s still time to sign up and score a November Mail Box! We had so much fun curating this month’s goodies and we can’t wait to share them with all of our Bestie members!

Looking for more of our favorites? You can see our latest picks for festive cheer here, fall + winter hosting must-haves here, cold weather layering go-tos here and our luxe gifting favorites here, and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like fall fashion picks, our vintage wishlist, holiday favorites and more! Happy shopping!

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Festive Party Favorites!

dress / glitter pumps / drawstring bag / other gold statement earring favorites here + here

Howdy, y’all! With plans for festive gatherings filling up our calendar, we’re thrilled to share our latest party-ready favorites from Saks Fifth Avenue! They have everything on your wishlist for creating special occasion looks this season, as well as all the versatile pieces that will carry you through the whole year in style! The emerald hue of the dress shown here is so wonderful for Christmas chic, but it would be equally fabulous for a wedding or birthday celebration at any time (and it also comes in a midi length in nine pretty colors!). The sleeveless silhouette makes it a breeze to layer with embellished cardigans or velvet blazers – both are stylish and practical answers to the realities of winter weather! We just love how the simple neckline of this dress lends lovely framing for a statement necklace or earrings!

This fun little bag is becoming a fast favorite in our handbag collection, and a clever investment piece since it would look just as great on a tropical vacation as at dinner in the city! We’ll never really tire of red + green (no matter the season!), but this year we’re having so much expanding our holiday wardrobes beyond the expected palettes…electric blues and pinks are proving to be such pretty, unexpected pops!

Treating yourself to a few sparkly accessories is not only fun, but also an easy way to reinvigorate old favorites for the holidays…plus bold jewelry isn’t just for nights out — try mixing it with a simple blouse and jeans too! We love that Saks’ jewelry selection offers both reasonably-priced finds and heirloom-quality fine pieces…there’s truly something for everyone and every occasion! Be sure to browse all of our latest party-perfect Saks picks in the gallery below, and discover even more festive fashion inspiration at saks.com!

Post sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue / Photography by Jessica Amerson

What We're Eyeing Today!

tote / shoes / scarf/ clutch

Happy Tuesday, y’all! We’re smitten with J.Crew’s new holiday collection, which includes lots of fun plaid finds like the ones shown above, and right now you can take 25% off of select full price items (including many of today’s new releases!), up to 50% off of ‘gift-worthy picks’ and another 50% off of sale styles with the code NOVEMBER! Tory Burch just launched the prettiest party-ready fashions that are sure to become instant classics in your holiday wardrobe…we’re swooning over this sparkly turtleneck, these flower-embellished heels and this velvet + bow detail jacket! In more new-release-fun, Mignonne Gavigan just dropped a fresh collection of statement earrings, and we’re crushing on this mixed-material charm pair and these pretty blush-colored ones! Today is the last day to score free shipping on everything at Serena & Lily (use code HAPPYHOME), so if you’ve been eyeing something don’t miss this window! In need of a dose of inspiration for unique presents? Check out the Vintage Gift Guide on Chairish…it’s filled with so many charming ways to spoil your loved ones in style!

There’s just a little bit of time left to get on the list for the November Happy Mail Box, and you won’t want to miss all of the goodies shipping out in just a few short weeks…take a peek at the treats here and get signed up as a Bestie member here!

Looking for more of our favorites? You can check out our must-haves for holiday cheer here, not-so-boring fall basics here, colorful hostess finds here and the most recent Current Crushes here…and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, fall fashion favorites, Amazon finds and more! Happy shopping!

Image via J.Crew

Holiday Cheer!

Happy Monday, y’all! We can hardly believe that it’s already November (fall is just flying by!), but that means we’re so thrilled to embrace holiday mode in full swing! We’re delighted by so many of this year’s new collections, and today we’ve rounded up all of our fresh favorites along with a few time-honored standbys to inspire seasonal cheer for decorating, entertaining, dressing and gifting!

Of course we adore a dose of vintage style everywhere, but the holiday season is when we really love to turn the volume up on retro charm! There’s just something about a layer of nostalgia that gets us in the festive spirit! Per our usual approach, the fun is in the mix…try combining a contemporary wrapping paper print with an antique ribbon for a lovely balance of old and new. We’re also smitten with vintage glassware paired with colorful paper napkins, or a tree filled with an eclectic assortment of ornaments (try searching for vintage glass, glittered or hand-painted ones!).

When it comes to perking up our wardrobes for the holidays, we’re on the lookout for pieces that are adaptable for both special occasions out and cozy moments at home! Flattering + forgiving Nap Dresses are just as brilliant for curling up to watch your favorite Christmas movie as they are dressed up with a few sparkling accessories. Don’t forget about the pair of party shoes that effortlessly takes on a second life as your casual companion for day dresses or jeans! It’s no secret we love to shop the latest styles, but clothes can be difficult to gift to others…for your fashion-forward friends, try jewelry, a pretty silk scarf or pajamas that resonate with their style sensibility! Browsing for a lover of beauty products? Instead of trying to guess which step in their routine needs a restock, gift them a beautifully packaged candle or hand soap to display on their vanity!

Although joyous, the holidays can still be loaded with stress…especially with all of the supply disruption and shipping delays going on this year! We recommend the peace of mind that comes with placing a few early orders! Take a peek at more of our festive favorites in the gallery below, and check out all of our frequently-updated holiday picks here, luxe gift ideas here and Amazon finds here!

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Fall Fashion Finds We Adore!

coat / bag / jeans / other ruffled top favorites here, here and here / similar earrings

Howdy, y’all! We hope you’re having a great weekend and enjoying this fall weather! We’re excited to partner with Bloomingdale’s today to share our latest autumn fashion finds, including an amazing selection of cozy layers that are perfect as temperatures cool down! Stylish coats and cashmere sweaters are the kind of buys that need to last season after season, and Bloomingdale’s is one to trust for quality that stands up to the test…a true one-stop staple shop! We’d been crushing on the charming coat shown here for a while (so perfect for the holidays!), and it’s fabulous to finally get to wear it. Our favorite red never fails to make us smile, and this happy hue does wonders for perking up the more neutral palettes of winter. If you’re needing a coat to brave the cold, why not choose one that really pops?!

We’re forever fans of a red + pink + green combo, and this little bag does a lot more than just lend great color and texture (though of course we adore those details!). A clever design tailored to accommodate just the necessities (wallet, keys, phone), it’s perfect for the moments when going hands-free is such a game changer, like estate sales and holiday cocktail parties!

Part of what draws us to shop regularly at Bloomingdale’s is their wonderful mix of both statement-making occasion pieces and everyday basics you can style on repeat until they’re worn out. Think of jeans that hug in all the right places, crisp button-up shirts, luxuriously soft sweaters, outerwear and shoes that will prevail for decades! Luckily Bloomingdale’s has all of these things and more, in a vast variety of colors and fits that ensure everyone can discover their own favorite go-to styles. With just a few classics on hand plus some fun accessories, we’re always amazed at the number of different outfit possibilities!

What’s even better still is that the Bloomingdale’s Fall Break Sale is going on through tonight, with so many new fall and winter styles marked down by 25-40% off and you can take an extra 30% off of clearance styles…click here to browse all of the deals! Be sure to also sign up as a Bloomingdale’s Loyallist to score free shipping on every order, personalized monthly perks and start earning rewards points. Plus, Klarna payment options are available to spread your purchases across multiple interest-free payments! You can see our latest autumn favorites (plus a few beauty must-haves!) in the gallery below, and so much more fall fashion inspiration at bloomingdales.com!

Post sponsored by Bloomingdale’s / Photography by Jessica Amerson