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Mackage Coats

If you’re in the market for outerwear that is gorgeous, exceptional quality, unbelievably warmth, and lasts you season after season, my forever coat recommendation is Mackage. I’ve shared several Mackage coats over the years but the most recent addition to my collection is their Mylah Down Floral Puffer Jacket. Did I also get my minis the matching Girl’s Jesse Floral Hooded Down Jackets? Obviously, yes. And I’m just now realizing that they make the same floral puffer in a belted vest so you can truly collect them all.
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Dudley Stephens Fleece Vest

I have more Dudley Stephens fleeces than I care to admit and yet it still feels like I don’t have enough? They are truly the most comfortable, delicious pieces to wear all fall and winter. It’s the first thing I reach for when throwing something on for a morning park run or school drop off. Recently, I got the Lafayette Vest in Camel and am not-at-all shocked by how much I’ve already worn it. This longline Sherpa fleece is the most comfortable fall topper and it also layers beautifully under your favorite winter coat for extra warmth.
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Juliska x Veronica Beard Collab

Juliska and Veronica Beard have come together for this dinnerware collaboration inspired by the colors and patterns of the Iberian Coast and as they say in Spain, estoy enamorado. I’m going to have to throw a Thanksgiving dinner and Friendsgiving dinner in order to feature both these Bohemian Vine Party Plates (your link was a double of the whole collection link) and these Jardins du Monde Green Party Plates because I’m that thankful for this collab.
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Surprise Powerz Dolls

Toys for girls have pretty much been a Venn diagram of playing princess or mommy since the 1950s. That’s why Kristel Bell decided to make dolls that are science, tech, engineering and math-centric. For example, Codie the Coder, has a cool coder outfit and speaks over 75 educational coding-related phrases including fun sound effects and singalong jingles. By exposing young girls to STEM, these Surprise Powerz Dolls are equipping girls with confidence in those areas in the rare case that they grow up and don’t become princesses.
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John Rob Shaw Velvet Throw

Is there anything better than curling up on the couch with a mug of hot coffee and a book (or movie) when the weather cools off? One of the most crucial elements in a thoroughly cozy curl-up is your blanket choice and this Velvet Moss Throw from John Robshaw is a perfect one. It’s a luxuriously soft, hand quilted velvet that feels like a warm hug on cold days. It’s also an easy way to transition your decor to the cold-weather months. Also explore their matching velvet pillows.
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Good Behavior Smoothing Spray

If you’ve been wondering how Hailey Bieber achieves the shiniest, frizz-free hair that looks fresh from the salon it’s because… she is likely always fresh from the salon. HOWEVER, she also attributes her flawless mane to this Spiraling Protein Smoothing Spray from Good Behavior. This best-selling formula strengthens and nourishes hair, protects it from heat and humidity and makes your hair silky without weighing it down, if you can BELIEB it. Sorry, I’ll see myself out.
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Fallon & Ava Bow Turtleneck

If you saw my Coastal Granny: Fall Edition video, you know that turtleneck season is upon us and there is virtually nothing more important to me in life than a good turtleneck. Much to my delight, I recently discovered this beauty from Fallon & Ava which is the mullet of turtlenecks: business in front, party bow in the back. They’ve upgraded the classic, fitted black turtleneck with a ribbon tie at the nape of the neck and it is perfection. Not only is it a stunning statement piece, but for every purchase, Fallon & Ava will donate a turtleneck to…
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Candle Warmer Lamps

As we approach the holiday season, I love filling the house with scented candles. But, that makes for a lot of matches, smoke, soot, and open flames around children. I am also sadly the QUEEN of lighting a candle and forgetting about it before running out the door, so, I decided to get one of these candle warming lamps (I also love this one). These genius lamps use thermal energy instead of fire to melt candles and come with dimmers so you can adjust the intensity of the heat—maximizing or minimizing how scent is dispersed. They melt candles from top…
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Sweet Laurel Vegan Caramel

Sweet Laurel Bakery makes some of the best, organic, grain-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free baked goods without being taste-free. They have paleo, keto, and vegan options, like their best-selling vegan caramel. No, you didn’t miss a post in which I announced I was going vegan. I am not the least bit vegan. But, this caramel is so good, you’ll enjoy it either way. It’s delicious on toast or drizzled over a scoop of ice cream and is officially my favorite fall condiment.
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Ann Taylor Faux Suede Seamed Flare Skirt

The Faux Suede Seamed Flare Skirt from Ann Taylor is such a fun, unexpected piece for fall. Not only does it have the perfect flared, midi silhouette (like something Joan would wear on Mad Men), but it’s also a super soft faux suede, and comes in the color of the moment: Barbie pink. Or, according to the Ann Taylor website, Bright Rose Petal. Pair it with flats or sneakers for everyday or your favorite pumps for the office — you know I love infusing my work wardrobe with some fun COLOR.
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