Very Merry Anthropologie Gifts!

Happy Friday, y’all! We are so excited to share all of our latest Anthropologie favorites for gifting (and receiving!) this holiday season…it’s really the ultimate destination to find something perfect for everyone on your list this year!

From kiddos to mothers-in-law, they have such a huge variety of stylish and thoughtful presents! Not only does Anthropologie have all the special treats to delight your friends and family, but also everything you’ll need to wrap each gift beautifully…we’re obsessed with the colors of these velvet ribbon spools and this darling dog printed paper!

For the Hostess or Teacher: We are loving these chic tortoise vases (just swing by the florist to add a few fresh stems!), this colorful set of hand-blown glasses (which can double as cocktail glasses for happy hour), and these festively scented candles with beautifully illustrated packaging (we’d give these pretty containers a second life as pen or makeup holders!).

For Mom and Mother in Law: These adorable hearts printed pajamas, this soothing hand cream set (perfect for the winter months), this luxe silk pillow case that does wonders for hair and skin, and these whimsical taper candle holders are sure to put a smile on the faces of all of the sweet moms in your life!

For the Jetsetter: We’re smitten with this world traveler wall calendar, this book on Italian escapes that’s sure to spark an adventure and these charming photo frames to display memorable moments from their trips!

For the Book Worm: Treat the art + reading enthusiasts in your life to this book on creative conversations, or this one all about the history of eyewear fashion! Anthropologie has such an amazing selection of books, so no matter which one you choose, be sure to give the recipient a super soft throw blanket too to amp up the cozy factor when they curl up with their new reads!

For the Little One: We absolutely adore this Santa’s workshop themed advent calendar (filled with a different sweet treat for each day in December!), these fuzzy, monogrammed stitched hats, this pint-sized suitcase (perfect for play at home and practical on the go!), and this plaid inflatable snow sled (so clever, simply deflate for streamlined storage!).

For the Creative Cook: Spoil the lover of all things culinary with the fun new cookbooks here and here, a set of pretty serving spoons, and this trio of pattern-happy dishtowels!

For Yourself and your Bestie: We are swooning over this party-ready sequin + bow top, this pink + red woven clutch, these cute heart printed crew socks, and this enchanting fragrance collection!

We’ve included lots of our holiday gifting favorites below and you can see even more at anthropologie.com…happy shopping, y’all!

Post sponsored by Anthropologie / Photography by Jessica Amerson

Current Crushes!

Howdy, friends! 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!

If you haven’t popped over to Neely & Chloe yet to see our new Ciao Bella collaboration collection, you’re in for a colorful treat…check out all of our travel essentials for fellow pattern-lovers here! So many brands are rolling out their Black Friday + Cyber Monday deals a bit earlier this year, and we’re excited to share all of the details! Use code OHJOY at Madewell today for 30% off almost everything, including just-dropped styles like these glittered slingback flats, this smocked puff sleeve dress (in a wool blend fabric for extra winter warmth!), this embroidered corduroy dress and this classic checked blazer! At Ann Taylor you can take 50% off your purchase with code WARMUP…we’re eyeing this belted funnel neck coat (very ‘60s chic!), this plaid jacquard sweater and this metallic dot top (plus everything qualifies for free shipping!). Saks is offering a save-more-spend-more event (use code SHOPNOVSF) that is such an amazing opportunity to score discounts on wear-forever shoes like these embellished pumps, these glitter heels, these tall leather boots and these crystal studded sandals! Be sure to browse J.Crew’s latest arrivals and markdowns…right now you can enjoy up to 50% off of ‘holiday party-ready styles’ (like this tie-neck satin dress, this puff-sleeve velvet dress and this Liberty print mini dress), and an extra 30% off of sale styles with the code SALETIME (we’re loving this timeless navy jacket, this floral puff-sleeve midi dress and these suede loafers!).

Annie Selke is generously offering P+P followers special early access today to take 20% off sitewide with the code GSGIVEJOY2021! Not sure where to begin? Have a look at this geometric woven rug, this stunning burl wood nightstand and these velvet throw pillows! We’re also thrilled to see early Black Friday deals on all things home at Ballard Designs…a few of our favorites include this bamboo tortoise flatware, this sweet set of scalloped storage baskets and this printed + pleated lampshade! It’s the last day to score entryway savings during Serena & Lily’s ‘warm welcome’ sale, perfectly timed to greet holiday guests in style…take a peek at this linen-wrapped console table, this charming wallpaper, this striped inlay mirror and this rattan stool!

The November Happy Mail box is closing tomorrow but there are still a few spots remaining, so if you’re not already a Besties member get your name on the list here! Check out our Brands Behind the Box blog post to read up on all of the amazing companies making this month’s box so much fun!

Looking for more of our favorites? You can see our foolproof fall outfit formula here, holiday-ready decor + fashion picks here, seasonal hosting must-haves 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 our vintage wishlist, holiday favorites and more! Happy shopping!

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Smitten with These New Releases!

Happy Thursday, y’all! We’re still on cloud nine from the launch of our Ciao Bella collaboration collection with Neely & Chloe! We’re so grateful for everyone who’s already snapped up a piece…we hope you love them as much as we do! There have been so many other fun new releases as we inch closer to the holidays! Lately we’ve been swooning over all of the new clothes and accessories at Frances Valentinethis floral wrap dress, these red gem drop earrings and this fun ball skirt in four colors are all on our wishlist! Loeffler Randall’s new collection includes so many festive pieces like this diamanté bag, these satin bow-detail mules, this metallic braided leather bag and the matching heels! J.Crew has also delighted us this week with the debut of their holiday collection, featuring so many pretty new styles (many of which are already discounted!)…take a peek at the party-ready pieces like this puff-sleeve plaid dress, this sequin top + matching skirt, these feather + moire silk mules and this button-front velvet dress!), and enjoy an extra 30% off sale items with code SALETIME (including this red puff-sleeve dress, these metallic gold slides and this tie neck cotton poplin blouse!). We’re perpetually crushing on something over at Tory Burch, and right now we’re having even more fun browsing new-to-sale pieces like these pretty patterned loafers, this vibrant shirtdress, this leather and raffia bag and these suede ankle boots!

Looking for more of our favorites? You can see our latest current crushes round up here, our foolproof cold weather outfit formula here and adorable holiday hosting essentials here, and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, holiday decor and gift wrapping faves and more!

Photography via Frances Valentine

Brands Behind the Box: November Happy Mail!

We’re gearing up for holiday gifting season, and we can’t wait for each our Besties members to receive special treats from so many of our favorite brands! While you’re busy gathering presents for everyone else, we hope you’ll take a moment to relax and enjoy all of the wonderful goodies from Dogwood Hill, Loveseen, Sugar Paper + Clarkson Potter, Draper James, Neely Phelan, Sheridan French and Frederic Magazine! If you’re not already a member, head over to the Creative Club website to score your Happy Mail box today…November sign ups close this Friday, November 19th!

Dogwood Hill

We’re longtime fans of Dogwood Hill, an amazing source for stationery and paper goods featuring the original work of over 30 artists (including Gina Langford, who created the pretty pear art print above!). From wedding invitations to seasonal greeting cards, they always have the most charming selections of designs to choose from! We’ve been sending out Dogwood Hill holiday cards for several years, and it was such an honor to be included in their tastemaker series (you can shop our chinoiserie collection here!). If you haven’t nailed down your own holiday cards yet, there’s still time, since the desire for luxury paper products without a lengthly lead time was exactly why the brand’s founder Jennifer Hunt started Dogwood Hill! In addition to thoughtfully designed stationery, their site is also home to a variety of adorable (and affordable!) art prints…the perfect place to begin building a gallery wall or to simply boost color + whimsy in any room! Be sure to take a peek at our picks below!

Loveseen

We’ve always been enormous admirers of Jenna Lyons’ approach to personal style, and now one our favorite fashion icons is making waves in the cosmetic industry with her fresh take on false eyelashes. Loveseen, Lyons’ latest venture, is all about providing a range of lash styles that are easy to apply and even easier to wear! Lyons herself was born without eyelashes, but over-the-top falsies or costly extensions never felt like the right fit. So after joining forces with her beauty-loving bestie Troi Olliviere, she set out to develop natural-looking eyelashes to add a bit of oomph to anyone’s face, regardless of age or ethnicity! Whether you’re in the mood for a hint of drama for nights out or a subtle daytime confidence boost, Loveseen has the perfect pair…browse some of our favorite lashes and accessories in the gallery below!

Sugar Paper + Clarkson Potter

We’ll never grow tired of snail mail, but for so many the art of written correspondence has fallen by the wayside! Luckily, our friends and Sugar Paper and Clarkson Potter have just debuted the most chic guide to keeping in touch (and reaching out!) with thoughtful letters! Need some supplies to get started? Sugar Paper’s got you covered! From elegant personalized stationery, stylish notebooks, and gorgeous photo albums (another lost art in need of resurgence?!), they have everything for embracing analog charm with 21st century sensibility! Plus, don’t miss out on the P&P x Sugar Paper 2022 day planner, available exclusively on their website! See the gallery below for a few of our current favorites from Sugar Paper and more of our favorite titles from Clarkson Potter!

Draper James

It’s such a treat to have the Draper James shop right here in Nashville, and now our Besties members near and far can enjoy a dose of Reese Witherspoon’s enviable Southern hospitality (and humor!) at home with their morning coffee! We adore the brand’s playful, yet classic interpretation of American style, and this mug brings out the best of both! There’s so much to explore in the world of Draper James…we’re particularly smitten with their latest release of cozy winter essentials like super cute pjs and comfy slippers! And if you’re on the hunt for holiday outfits be sure to check out the festive plaid dresses here and here! Don’t miss out on our faves for gifting in the gallery below!

Neely Phelan

We hardly ever leave the house without a fun pair of earrings, and lately we’ve been finding so many great pairs over at Neely Phelan! A fellow Florida-native-turned-Southerner, Neely also shares our love for mixing vintage style with modern finds! She began making unique jewelry at her dining room table inspired by the expensive pieces she saw featured in fashion magazines…friends, and then strangers started to take note and her part time hobby become a full time business! We’re crushing on so many of Neely’s charming designs…how cute are these bow ornament sets for gifting!? So go ahead, snap up the perfect present for your stylish besties, and treat yourself to a pair of party-ready statement earrings for the holidays!

Sheridan French

Sheridan French is a lifelong lover of fashion, who began dreaming up her first designs at age 12! Today she has her own eponymous label, celebrating a life of color and pattern to the fullest! We’re super smitten with the way Sheridan’s clothes blend classic silhouettes with bright, unexpected hues. With an eye for detail bolstered by her extensive resume in the fashion industry, Sheridan French has a passion for great fit and flattering lines. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect top to layer with jeans + boots this winter, or a sunny dress to pack with sandals for a getaway at the beach, pop over to Sheridan French and snap up a joyful piece of your own!

Frederic Magazine

It’s no secret we believe every room benefits from a bit of Schumacher, and we’re so delighted this famed powerhouse of pattern is sharing the latest copy of Frederic magazine with each of our Besties members! Named after Frederic Schumacher (who founded the company back in 1889!), their new editorial adventure marries the brand’s history with a look into contemporary design. Within its pages you’ll find stylish explorations on a variety topics such as interior and garden design, architecture, entertaining, art, color trends, gift guides and more! Grounded in Schumacher’s timeless chic, the magazine is an amazing way to stay up to date on everything new and noteworthy in the world of home!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

Our New Collaboration with Neely & Chloe!

Happy Monday, y’all! We are SO thrilled to officially reveal our newest collaboration! We’ve had such so much fun joining forces with the talented Neely & Chloe team to create the Ciao Bella collection! It is full of colorful, print-happy bags inspired by our mutual love of travel…the collection is now available to shop here!

Nothing brings us joy quite like jetting off to a new place, especially when accompanied by beautifully made luggage that’s as practical as it is chic! In a sea of plain black suitcases, why not explore the world with a bag that represents your own personal style?! Travel is what sparks so many of our creative ideas, so it was such a treat to channel all of that inspiration right back into accessories for one of our biggest passions! The colors and motifs of our collection stem from an aesthetic obsession for the Italian coast…think giant Amalfi lemons, bright red spritzes, deep ocean blues and a rainbow of beach umbrellas! Whether it’s driving a couple of hours down the road or hopping on a long haul flight across the world, it’s our hope that the Ciao Bella collection inspires your next adventure to get out there and gather inspiration of your own! And with heirloom quality craftsmanship, we know you can depend on these pieces for many trips to come. The collection features beautiful-yet-durable Saffiano leather and pre-treated, stain resistant canvas. This collection also marks the debut of a new waterproof lining for the vanity cases, making them well-protected against leaks and spills and super easy to clean!

It was such a joy to have our talented friend Gina Langford help add the perfect painterly touch to our print concepts. Gina beautifully translated these concepts into original watercolor artwork, which was then integrated into our exclusive petite floral and floral wallpaper prints featured on both canvas and leather in the collection.

Orders placed now will ship on or before December 10th, so they all make wonderful holiday presents for the color and pattern-loving globetrotters in your life! This collection is just as perfect for gifting as it is receiving, so go ahead and add a piece or two to your wishlist too! And what’s better still is that almost every item in the collection can be personalized, with gorgeous lettering options like gold foil embossing, embroidery and hand-painting!

We hope y’all adore the collection as much as we enjoyed creating it! Be sure to tag us and Neely & Chloe in your photos of the collection so we can share them too!

Photography by Jessica Amerson