It’s still shocking to me how we are almost through 2020. The holidays are right around the corner and soon enough it’ll be New Year’s Eve! We decided that we’ll be staying in New York for the holidays this year and I’m determined to stay cozy and stylish inside. Over the last few months, I’ve challenged myself to elevate even my dressed-down looks because… well, why not?! If I’m going to be spending more time indoors this season, I might as well be wearing the softest and most luxurious fabrics I have.

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For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved learning about ways to improve my sleep health and wellness. The better sleep I get, the better my life is overall and, as an enneagram 3w4 (anyone else?), sleep is a priority for me or else I simply cannot function… and I think my body needs min. 8-9 hours. I wish I was one of those who could get by with much less.

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I kept telling myself I’d order some Christmas ornaments this year until eventually I realized “wait, all of the good ones are either sold out already or way more than I want to pay”. I didn’t want anything super messy and glittery and I wanted to keep the ornaments pretty minimal and simple. Last year, when we were moving to NYC, we actually left a few storage containers filled with Christmas decor in my parents’ garage down in NC.

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If you’re stuck with what to get someone for Christmas this year, I have just the answer! Today I’m sharing a digital magazine filled with gift ideas and outfit/home inspiration (most of which is on major sale at the moment). I hope you find it helpful and that it gets your gift-giving juices flowing. Personally, I will be doing most of my holiday shopping locally at small businesses here in NYC. The gift guide even includes a NYC-specific list with some great ideas to start with.

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UPDATED 11/30 on Cyber Monday

The holiday sales have begun and I 100% will be taking advantage of them this year while we’re spending this week alone for the first time (ever) in NYC. To be honest, I’m still reaaally looking forward to this week and making a (small) Thanksgiving feast with TJ in our new home with family on Facetime (like they are every day…. lol). ANYWAYS, I’ve rounded up my favorite Cyber Week sales that I think you might like too and I’ll be updating this page throughout the week.

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ALLMODERN | extra 15% off memorial day clearance

ABERCROMBIE | 40% – 60% off throughout the store and additional 15% off select styles

CB2 | 40% off all outdoor and 55% off clearance

TARGET | save up to 25% off furniture + an extra 15% off

SHOES.COM | up to 60% off

WEST ELM | 10% off $100 / 15% 0ff $250 / 20% off $500

LOFT | 50% off everything

MCGEE & CO | 20% off site wide

ATHLETA | extra 20% off sale items

ASOS | 50% off big brand items

CONTAINER STORE | up to 30% off closet essentials / up to 25% off kitchen essentials

BURKE DECOR | 20% off site wide

KIRKLANDS | 25% off entire purchase

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I’ve talked about my love for EVEREVE and Trendsend before but, if you haven’t heard of them, EVEREVE is a retailer that offers brands like Free People, Sanctuary, 7 for all Mankind, and so many more while Trendsend is their personal styling service! There are over 90 EVEREVE locations across the country but, with none being located near us, I love the fact that they have options like Trendsend so that I can try on different outfit options at home.

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Today I’m bringing you a few great gift ideas for the men in your life! I enlisted TJ’s help for this one and hopefully this helps whether you’re shopping for a significant other, dad, brother, etc. From wooden personalized watches to versatile tools to use around the house and cozy sweaters to wear all season, surely there is a gift for everyone in here! I included a description of each product below and links to where you can shop! 

I discovered HAVERN Watches earlier this year and thought they were SO unique.  Aside from the fact that they are made in NC, you have the ability to shop by wood type (so many to choose from) and they offer personalized engraving.

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Out of all of the places to shop for gifts this week, today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorites… a holiday shopping staple you really can’t go wrong with, whether you’re shopping for your mom, dad, husband, sister, etc. Few brands compare to the quality of The North Face and I love the feeling of gifting something that can be worn for years and years to come. When it comes to giving gifts for the holidays, when possible I typically like to shop at higher-quality stores knowing that the items I’m gifting won’t just fall apart after a few washes.

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The North Face 25% off Select Styles including this VEST

ALL sweaters at Aerie 50% off including this chenille oversized turtleneck

Marled Cable Knit Sweater (50% off)

ABERCROMBIE || 50% off ENTIRE STORE

AE/AERIE || 50% off sweaters, sweatshirts, (& leggings at AERIE)

AMAZON DEALS

ASOS || 30% off everything with the code “BIG30”

BACKCOUNTRY || Select Styles on MAJOR SALE up to 50% off

BANANA REPUBLIC || 50% off EVERYTHING (no code needed)

CRATE AND BARREL || 20-30% off sidewide *excluding furniture and select items*

EXPRESS || 50% off everything + free shipping + doorbusters

GAP || 50% off everything w/ code: GAPCYBER & extra 10% off everything w/ GOBIG

J.

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