The picture above is my pre-party warm up before the guests arrive! I love this time of year with the parties and festivities! I usually host some sort of gathering. I also go to either a work party or some other event. The question remains, “What should I wear?” You know those pieces that you bring out only during the holidays? I’ve collected some staples over the years and then every year or so I like to add in a new piece. I’ve listed a few staples that help me take the guesswork out of planning holiday party outfits:
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It’s that time of year again to look into buying a winter coat. I have a few coats in my closet that I know I probably shouldn’t be wearing. They make me look bigger than I am and they just feel sloppy on me. I finally found a guide to helping pick the perfect winter coat for your body type. There are four general body types. The way clothes fit will either enhance or hide our assets. The goal is to enhance the positives and hide my less than ideal body shape. The perfect winter coat can help find that good balance for your body type. Use the illustration above by Patty Sweeney and the body types and suggestions below for picking the perfect winter coat.
Monogramming has been around for centuries and is still in Vogue today. There are so many ways you can customize your home with your own personal sense of style and taste. So much of what we own today is mass-produced abut monogramming makes items more personal. It is an elegant touch to the ordinary. It is a mark of your identity.
I found The White Company on Instagram and fell in love with their products and story. The White Company has been around for over 20 years in London. They carry timeless clothing, beautiful homeware and luxurious bed linens. They are focused on making the little things spectacular. My first purchase was the cashmere bed socks which they are known for. I am one of those people that is hot at night but my feet are cold. Wearing socks is a must for me in all weather conditions. I ordered a couple of pairs and I adore them! They are such a great gift idea for that person who is hard to buy for.