Sister Jane Dresses

Whelp, I’m done shopping other places, how about you? I recently twirled through Sister Jane’s website and GOOD GRACIOUS. The volume, the femininity, the fact that you can very easily camouflage a food baby or a BABY BABY in them, I’m smitten. I am considering purchasing one if not all seven of the following: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven.  

Candy-Colored Car Coats

Look, I have no idea why these coats bear any reference whatsoever to the automotive industry, I just know I really love the shapes and colors they come in and I wanna wear ‘em all.  Note: Looks like they’re selling fast, I believe the pink is already almost gone!  

Sweet Snail Mail

I mean it when I say that snail mail is necessary right now. It’s the closest thing you can give to a hug without actually giving a hug (partially because that’s dangerous and partially because I don’t know if anyone knows how to hug anymore?). If you need some new material, literally, Darling Magazine recently created these sets of Here For You cards that are perfect for sending to those you miss and love “just because.”   

Classic Cableknit Sweater

This is what one of my best friends affectionately called a “Mary Sweater” and she’s not wrong. Basically, if it’s got a little classic polish but also looks like collapsing into a big pile of them would be super fun, it’s a Mary sweater. In this case, I LOVE the significant collar and cuffs on this cable knit. It looks incredibly comfy, chic, and… get a load of that under $30 price tag. I’ll take one in every color.    

Soda Stream

Is anyone else using a soda stream…CONSTANTLY right now? I feel like this was the go-to Christmas gift in like 2012, but it deserves to be highlighted again. If you love saving money and the planet but also need your carbonated beverages yes immediately right now, this is such a smart investment, particularly these days when we’re all working from home. I have used mine CONSTANTLY this year.  

Heated Mousepad

Oh you heard me correctly. Your work-from-home (or work-from-work) coziness situation is about to get turbo charged. If your hands are perpetually cold or your home office has a less-than-awesome heat situation, this heated mousepad is a welcome addition to your workday. It’s like a hug for your hand.  

Bespoke Post

If you’re shopping for a guy in your life this holiday season and always seem to find that task particularly daunting (why is this so hard??) check out Bespoke Post. The brand releases a selection of boxes each month, all centered around a theme that you can tailor to the person you’re purchasing for. They truly stock some of the best, most useful and stylish gifts for men I’ve ever seen from under-the-radar brands so he can discover the coolest selection of goods and gear. And, to help out during the Covid-19 crisis, they’ve purchased nearly $27 million of products just from small businesses.  

Best Tumbler Ever

I recently purchased one of these matte tumblers and was quite honestly shocked at how amazing it is… in every possible way. I mean, it’s just a tumbler, or IS IT? The quality is exceptional, there are multiple size and style options—including clear lids—but here are my favorite features: (1) The straw hole is rubberized to keep things secure and avoid leaks, should you hit a bump in the road. (2) It comes with a straw lid (for cold beverages) AND a flip lid (for hot beverages) so you don’t need to buy two types of tumblers depending on what you’re drinking, you just switch the lid. (3) They also come with an EXTRA straw because they understand that life happens and we shouldn’t have to throw away a beloved tumbler simply because the dog likes straws. Oh, and it’s dishwasher safe. GOOD LORD I LOVE THIS THING SO MUCH.  

Headband Display & Storage

At Colette’s insistence, I’ve finally purchased something to help make sense of all the headbands in my closet. She’s right, I should have done this ages ago. This velvet headband display just makes it so easy and convenient to keep my headbands organized.  

Facial Steamer

Yes, you need a facial steamer. Literally everyone does. They have so many skin benefits, but particularly when used on clean skin before applying your products, your skin will absorb those products better. Steamers also detoxify, enhance skin barrier health, increase blood flow, help clear sinus congestion, and can even be used with essential oils for a spa-like moment any time you want. I use mine constantly and love it, especially in the fall and winter months. If you use this unique link you can get 55% off the one I have and love.   

Christmas Shoes

Yes, I have Christmas shoes, doesn’t everyone? Yes, I wear them throughout December, doesn’t everyone? My favorite Natalie flats from Sarah Flint just got a seasonal upgrade in time for the holidays, with the addition of a burgundy velvet colorway and a delightfully sweet twist detail on the edge. Obviously, they’re beautiful, but it’s impossible to overstate just HOW COMFORTABLE these flats are. This is my fourth color, if that’s any indication of how much I love them.   

& Other Stories New Arrivals

Ready to weep tears of sartorial joy? Take a turn around all the new arrivals section of & Other Stories. It is possible for a brand to be TOO perfect, you know. (I am kidding. It is not.) I purchased this cardigan but let’s be real, I’m far from done.    

Wide Headbands For Warmth

I’m telling you, wide headbands that cover our ears and prevent the winter from claiming them as trophies is how we’re going to get through winter, people. I mean look how good they are! Is this trickery to make it okay for me to buy more headbands? None of your business. My current favorites are this glorious faux fur option and this twist-front knit option.