1 Dec 2014

The Best of Cyber Monday Sales
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Hello! How was everyone’s Thanksgiving? In case you haven’t done enough shopping yet, I’ve rounded up my favorite 6 Cyber Monday Sales to shop today!

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J.Crew is still offering 30% off the entire site + 40% off the sale section AND free shipping. How about that for a #cybermonday deal. Use code MONDAY at checkout! And in case you missed it, their new arrivals section is killer. Can I please have one of this, this and this?

 

Piperlime is offering 30% off + 40% off the entire sale section! Use promo code CYBERSALE at checkout.  How cute are these pink heels? Love this sweater. A cute little bucket bag, black skirt ($19.99!) and top. Also, have you seen the Piperlime Collection, you guys? It’s one of my favorites. Insert this sequined skirt, this ski sweater, these tracker pants, and this little party dress.

 

Madewell is offering 25% off sitewide! Madewell is perfect for fall favorites like boyfriend plaid shirts, outerwear and boots. Love this oversized button down shirt, this warm winter sweater, leopard booties (yes, please!), and the cutest plaid dress.

 

Nordstrom is offering huge discounts for both men and women, some items are marked up to 50% off! This Kate Spade polka dot sweater is $100 dollars off, you guys. In case you love sequins as much as me, I love Topshop’s line for Nordstrom  I have this.

 

Shopbop‘s holiday sale is still in full swing. Shop huge savings across all brands. A cute sun glass case, my favorite Claire V clutch, loveeee these little cheese knives, a must-have coffee table book, the perfect studded clutch for a night out, and a picture frame for your living room. Also, how cute are these sequined coasters?

 

A few other honorable mentions:

Be sure to check out my 2014 Holiday Gift Guide series to get some gifting ideas!

27 Nov 2014

Th Best of Black Friday Sales
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

There are so many reasons to give thanks today…one of them being Black Friday starts early this year! I’ve rounded up over THIRTY – that’s right – thirty Black Friday sales you can start shopping right now! From J.Crew to Nordstrom to Macy’s, there are so many good deals in stores and around the web.

Now’s the best time to get gifting! I’ve included all promo codes that relate to each retailer’s sale as well as the end date of each promotion. Majority of the sales end this weekend but some last through December 1st! I’ll check back in tomorrow with updates, as well as some product recommendations that I myself am hoping to save on!

Have a wonderful, happy & safe Thanksgiving!

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J.Crew is offering 30% off the site + 40% off the sale section with code HOLIDAY at checkout. Their new arrivals section is killer. Can I please have one of this, this and this? Also, so many ski sweaters for the upcoming ski season. Cashmere for both him and her. Speaking of him, let’s not forget about the men in our lives too, so many great coats, button ups (my boyfriend just picked up this) and accessories.

 

Piperlime is offering 25% off + free shipping with promo code IHEARTNYC at checkout! So many goodies I have my eye on plus this is a great time to shop brands that are usually in their brand exclusions like Stuart Weitzman. How cute are these pink heels? Love this sweater. A cute little bucket bag, black skirt ($19.99!) and top. Also, have you seen the Piperlime Collection, you guys? It’s one of my favorites. Insert this sequined skirt, this ski sweater, these tracker pants, and this little party dress.

 

Madewell is offering 25% off sitewide! Madewell is perfect for fall favorites like boyfriend plaid shirts, outerwear and boots. Love this oversized button down shirt, this warm winter sweater, leopard booties (yes, please!), and the cutest plaid dress. I’m also a fan of Madewell’s denim. I have their biker skinny jeans and their high rise jeans.

 

Nordstrom is offering huge discounts for both men and women, some items are marked up to 50% off! This Kate Spade polka dot sweater is $100 dollars off, you guys. In case you love sequins as much as me (and I have this).  Be sure to shop all the hugely discounted Tory Burch goodies as well including this wallet and this bag.

 

Shopbop‘s Black Friday sale is one of my favorites! Huge savings across all brands. A cute sun glass case, my favorite Claire V clutch, loveeee these little cheese knives, a must-have coffee table book, the perfect studded clutch for a night out, and a picture frame for the home. Also, how cute are these sequined coasters? #yesss

 

A FULL ROUNDUP:

Be sure to check out my 2014 Holiday Gift Guide series to get some gifting ideas!

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26 Nov 2014

Gift Guide: For the Bauble Obsessed
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Today’s gift guide is dedicated to the jewelry lover. From Baublebar to J.Crew, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite pieces from pearls to statement necklaces to stackable rings.

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25 Nov 2014

My Top 7 Holiday Entertaining Tips
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With the holidays in full swing, it’s time for us to hone in our entertaining skills! Today I’ve teamed up with Seven Daughters to share my Top 7 Holiday Entertaining Tips and Tricks to help prepare you for all of the holiday fun.

Entertaining Tips and Ideas from Lifestyle Expert Lauren Nelson

I cannot tell you how many parties I have attended that have missed a few key elements I’ve listed below. You don’t have to be a hostess pro, but keeping a few of these tips in mind will go a long way and impress your guests! Fake it till you make it, right?

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1. Stick to 2-3 Colors: If you’re hosting a dinner party, it’s important to stick to two or three colors throughout the table scheme. It will look clean and pull the table together.

2. Avoid Tall Centerpieces: Whether you’re hosting four friends or a table of ten, it’s so important to create low center pieces to allow your guests to easily converse.

3. Create Ambiance: Candles, candles, and more candles! I primarily stick to white or ivory. A low-lit atmosphere with candles can give even a pizza party old glamour. My favorite holiday candle to-date is Nest Fragrances ‘Holiday.’

Nest Holiday Candle

4. Create a Playlist: Preparing a playlist before the party begins is uber-important, you guys. Whether it’s Halloween, Thanksgiving or Christmas, I love creating a playlist that begins when the first guest arrives and doesn’t end until the last guest leaves. Who wants to worry about playing DJ all night anyhow? And you know, I love being the DJ. Click here to check out my favorite holiday tunes!
The Best Holiday Music

5. Don’t Recipe Search Day-Of: Trust me on this one – stay. clear. Parties that go off without a hitch are well thought out. Prepare food that can be refrigerated a day or two before. On the day of your party, you want to focus on last minute details and finishing the tablescape.

6. Send Formal Invitations: In the world of smartphones, it’s become second nature to text or email your guest list but please do yourself a favor, and do not get lazy. A handwritten invitation is never out of style! If that is not in the cards, Paperless Post has a great variety as well.

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7. Set up a DIY Cocktail Station: Just like you don’t want to be the DJ all night, you most certainly don’t want to play bartender all night. Set up a bar cart or serving area where guests can make their own drinks. For a fun holiday cocktail, try Seven Daughter’s Bourbon Berry! Be sure to print out the recipe on a card so guests can create this fancy cocktail with the ingredients at their fingertips!

*This post is brought to you as a part of my collaboration with Seven Daughters wine as part of their Savvy Seven. All opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting brands that support lauren-nelson.com!

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