7 Nov 2017

‘Tis The Season! Introducing My 2017 Gift Guide Series — The Top Gifts For Her
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‘Tis the season! My 2017 gift guide series is here!! For the next two months, I’ll be sharing some great gift ideas for everyone on your list. From gifts for her & him to the top hostess & baking gifts, I have so many fun gift guides up lined up for you this holiday season.

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This is one of my favorite gift guides for her to-date! How cute is this reversible plaid poncho from Tuckernuck?!

Perfume is always a great go-to gift for anyone on your list whether it be your mom, sister or best friend! Ralph Lauren just sent me their new Woman Eau de Parfum and it’s devine. My mom picked out this Chanel perfume for me last year and I wear it on repeat.

The new Lands End tote is definitely on my list this year and it’s also a great gift to give with it only being $34 dollars. What I love most about this tote is that you can completely customize the bag — even with a graphic like a sail boat or lobster.

Last but not least, can we talk about these Ginger Jar ornaments from Williams-Sonoma? I think I should do a whole Ginger Jar Gift Guide — what do you guys think? #blueandwhiteforever

Happy shopping, ladies and gents! Xo. Lauren

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Reversible Plaid Poncho | Seabrook Cashmere Cardigan | Woman 3.3 oz. Eau de Parfum |
Monogrammed Wine Bag | Earrings (gold version) | Ginger Jar Ornaments | Lands End Tote | Burberry Coat | Gucci Loafers | Grey Hat | Silk Facemark and Pillowcase | Chanel Perfume

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2017 Gift Guide Series

Gifts For Her

Gift Ideas For The Boys

The Top Holiday Plaid Gift Ideas

Top Beauty and Makeup Gift Sets

Gifts for the Hostess

Gifts for the Jet Setter

2016 Gift Guide Series

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: FOR THE BOYS

GIFTS UNDER $50 DOLLARS

13 PERSONALIZED GIFT IDEAS THAT ARE SUPER CUTE

Gifts For The Jet Setter

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2015 Gift Guide Series 

THE TOP BEAUTY GIFTS UNDER $100 DOLLARS

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM

THE BEST HOLIDAY PLAID GIFTS TO GIVE

THE TOP GIFTS TO GIVE THE STRIPE ENTHUSIAST

GIFT GUIDE FOR THE MONOGRAM LOVER

MY FAVORITE GIFTS FROM THE DESIGN DARLING BOUTIQUE

4 Nov 2017

Weekend Notes
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Links I Loved

  • Omg, The Crown is back in December!!! So ready for it. Who’s with me? – Varity
  • I’m literally counting down the days until the LaGuardia renovation is complete! – Conde Nast Traveler 

Sales & Shopping

  • Ralph Lauren sent me their newest fragrance, Woman – it is to die for!!! They even monogrammed the bottle for me. See more on my instagram stories!

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1 Nov 2017

10 Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
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Happy November! Can you guys believe it? This year is practically over – omg!

What I love most about the month of November is that it’s fully acceptable to start getting excited for Christmas. Has anyone started their Christmas shopping yet?

I am beginning to brainstorm different decorating ideas when it comes to my Christmas tree. Last year I went with a red and silver theme. I unfortunately wasn’t able to shoot my tree or my apartment during the holidays since I barely had any furniture. So this year I’m on a mission to decorate and shoot well before Christmas.

I browsed some of my favorite websites like House Beautiful and My Domaine for some Christmas tree decorating ideas and came across so many good ones! The one trend I absolutely love this year is incorporating pre-lit christmas trees in every room of the house. From the kitchen to the bedroom to the living room, incorporating different sized christmas trees throughout each and every room creates an element of excitement and elegance for your guests around the holidays.

This year I think I will stick with my red and silver theme similar to last year but I’m leaning towards a more traditional Christmas. I’ll be stealing a bunch of Old World ornaments from my mom. I’ve also discovered that Amazon is great for purchasing in bulk and affordable ornaments if you are sticking to a single color scheme. Pottery Barn has so much holiday decor to choose from – I love these traditional Christmas plates and mugs.

Things I skipped out on last year that I’m on a mission to incorporate into my decor this year include: a beautiful wreath and garland, a tree skirt or tree stand, a tree topper and various decor for my entry way and kitchen. Oh, I also I’m in need of plaid pillows! How good are these italian wool pillows from Williams-Sonoma? $190 is a little out of my budget so it looks like Wayfair it is!

What’s on your holiday shopping list? Xo. Lauren

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30 Oct 2017

10 Kitchen Accessories You Need Right Now From H&M Home
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Real talk. Have you guys shopped H&M’s home section yet?! Go. right now. 

I can’t tell you the last time I shopped at H&M. Not that I have anything against the major retailer, however, it’s almost always full of tourists when I’m shopping on 5th avenue so I make sure to stay clear. Any who, yesterday Amy was over and we were chatting kitchen accessories. I’ve been on a hunt for natural wood and ceramic kitchen decor and accessories ever since moving to the Upper East Side. I’m sure like many of you, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma and Home Goods are my initial go-tos. I also love everything from McGee and Co. However, I hateeeee spending a pretty penny on kitchen decor. Who wants to justify paying $100+ for a marble fruit bowl? As much as I would love to, it’s just not in my budget right now.

So when I discovered H&M home collection, I went crazy. How have I been living under a rock and never shopped H&M home?! Someone, help.

I picked up this ceramic bowl for $24.99 – it would be perfect to display limes, lemons or fruit. I also picked up this stoneware bowl ($9.99) that would be perfect for displaying assorted nuts at my next party. I can’t tell you for how long I’ve been wanting a ceramic or stoneware pitcher ($17.99) to display pretty wooden utensil set ($12.99). I can’t wait to use this natural wood bowl in my next shoot (it also comes in black!). I didn’t buy but on my wish list includes this wicker basket which would be great for storing throw blankets or pillows for $34.99 and this gold mirror for $17.99.

Did I get you hooked now or what?! Happy shopping! Xo. Lauren

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