What's On My Holiday Wish List

What are your thoughts on gift guides? For me, it usually becomes too much to the point where they aren't even helpful anymore. So instead of sharing lists and lists of potential gifts, I thought I'd share what's actually on my holiday wish list this year! Talk about a curated list ;) 

And Mom, I couldn't put everything on my wishlist into this collage, so yes, if you bought something that's not on here, I do still want it!! 

Cravings: Hungry for More - Chrissy Tiegen's first cookbook was so good that I need this one too! It's maximalist cooking in the best possible way, and sometimes that's just the kind of recipe you want. I also have my favorite food blogger's new cookbook on my list - another maximalist! I guess they'll balance out my SkinnyTaste collection ;)
Madewell Coatigan - This cardigan has been all over blog land and Instagram this fall, isn't it pretty?! Something to add to my gigantic cardigan collection for maternity / breastfeeding wear ;)
Champagne Glasses - We somehow own what feels like 100 wine glasses but no champagne glasses, and I've been wanting a few for celebrating! Aren't these pink and gold ones pretty?? Sidebar: I went to school in Champaign, IL, and I still mix up the spellings for the two!
Fur Lined Mittens - A friend mentioned last year that her hands would get so cold pushing her daughter's stroller around, and since my hands are always freezing I decided to get ahead of the problem. I snagged a pair of ski mittens on Amazon (per the recommendation of Kelly in the City) but wanted a prettier pair too.
Tassel Scarf - How fun is this scarf?! I obviously love my multitude of plaid scarves (I just found another in my closet - that makes seven!!) but like having other options too!
Madewell Zippered Transport Tote - This has been on my wishlist for years but I never pulled the trigger - this year I finally thought to put it on my holiday wish list! It's so pretty and classic, something you'd have for years.
Barcelona Charm - Last year Jeff gave me a charm bracelet for Christmas, so I've been asking for charms for every special occasion since. Barcelona was our first international trip together and where we got engaged!
Ninja Blender - I've been making a lot of smoothies lately, and my old $20 blender from college is about to bite the dust so I thought I'd upgrade. My favorite is blueberries, strawberries, chia seeds, spinach, and coconut water, but since we got back from Hawaii I've been experimenting with tropical flavors too.
Nest Birchwood Pine Candle - This is the BEST holiday scent and by far my favorite candle. I have to hold myself back from burning it all day every day ;) I love the big size since it lasts so long.
Herbivore Set - I love the body scrub and have been using it weekly to keep my skin soft and to try to prevent stretch marks - would love to try some of their other products too!

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Holiday Gift Guide for Her

What to get for the ladies in your life? I always like to try to think of pretty or fun indulgences that she wouldn't think to buy for herself. Here's the holiday gift guide for her:

1. A pretty personalized keychain, so she can always find them floating around that giant bag of hers.
2. A necklace with her initial, to wear every day.
3. The cutest bow scarf, to keep her warm (and stylish!) this winter.
4. Fun wine glasses, for her Friday night (and every night) happy juice.
5. A giant pink thermos, because sometimes you need to be able to take an entire bottle's worth of wine on the go.
6. Thermal leggings, to keep her cozy and cute at home.
7. An indulgent face mask, to keep her face hydrated this winter.
8. A mini wallet, to keep her cards organized in even the smallest of bags.
9. A pretty watch in millennium pink, because we all need a little more millennium pink in our lives.
10. The cutest mug, to help her get her day started on the right foot.
11. A fun water bottle, for easy hydrating during barre class.
12. A pretty phone case, for when she repeatedly drops her phone while trying to take selfies.
13. A fun gold peace sign, to liven up her work desk.
14. A cute pair of earrings that go with everything - I wear mine all the time!

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What's New Is New

I think that the shopping gods know that I'm all done with my holiday shopping and wasn't planning on buying anything for myself until after Christmas, because over the last week my inbox has been full of emails about new arrivals. Banana Republic, J. Crew, Kate Spade, LOFT... they'll all be the end of me. For your sake (and definitely not mine), I've taken a gander and picked a few of my favorites. This would be a fun outfit if you don't want to dress up but still feel a little festive, or for a casual New Year's Eve.

Sweater / Loafers / Earrings / Denim / Watch / Vest

P.S. I may have already managed to try on that vest and it is NOT for the busty gals, but if you aren't curvy on top go for it - it is so cute & well made.

Here are a few more new items on my wishlist:

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