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Gift Guide for the Guys

by Rachel McCarthy

gift guide for guys

quarter zip sweater | UGG slippers | wireless earphones | clock cufflinks | candy cane tie | watch | favorite city socks (D.C. pictured) | desk tray | NFL uniform wallet | monogrammed cocktail shaker | briefcase | boots | fitness tracker | card iPhone case | nautical whiskey stones | belt | smartwatch charging dock | facial fuel

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Happy Wednesday, friends! How is your holiday shopping going? I say this every year, but my dad and husband are always the hardest for me to buy for. Maybe it’s because they never ask for ANYTHING! This year, I am thankfully finished with my shopping (including the two hardest on my list!) but I wanted to share a gift guide for the guys for this week’s gift guide. Although men are typically difficult to buy for (at least in my experience) it seems like each year I find more and more gift possibilities. I think retailers have upped their game because they know how much women suffer when it comes to finding the perfect gift for all the men in their lives! Anyways, here are this year’s picks for the guys.

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The Best Black Friday Sales

by Rachel McCarthy

best black friday sales 2017

wool parka with faux fur hood | microneedling tool | beanie | circle bag | drop earrings | watch | fair isle sweater | sneakers | pearl bracelet | sequin ball-drop earrings | satchel bag | faux-shearling poncho

Happy Black Friday, friends! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I just wanted to stop in and share a few of the Best Black Friday sales of the year. It seems like a lot of sales have been going on for a few days already, but here are the latest promotions retailers are running:

Black Friday Sales

Asos: 30% off everything with code EPIC30 through 11/28

Banana Republic: 50% off regular-priced items through 11/27

Gap: 50% off everything with code BLKFRIDAY through 11/25

H&M: Up to 70% off plus free shipping with code 9054 through 11/25

J.Crew: 40% off with code THANKU through 11/26

J.Crew Factory: 50% off everything. Ends at midnight 11/23

Madewell: 25% off purchase with code DONTSTRESS through 11/26

Nordstrom: Extra 20% off select sale items through 11/26

Old Navy: 50% off through 11/24

Shopbop: Buy More, Save More Event. Up to 30% off full-priced items with code MORE17 through 11/26

Tory Burch: 30% off $250+ with code THANKS through 11/27

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Have you started your holiday shopping yet? I am hoping to get everything done this weekend so that’s one less thing to think about as we inch closer and closer to Christmas! Happy shopping and see you back here on Monday!

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Last Minute Thanksgiving Outfits & Holiday Essentials

by Rachel McCarthy

last minute thanksgiving outfit ideas

Happy almost Thanksgiving, friends! If you are anything like me, you don’t know exactly what you will wear tomorrow. Although I have a few ideas, the one thing I know for sure is that it will be comfortable! Before I round up a few holiday essentials under $100 and talk a bit about a few sales that have already started, I wanted to share four looks that are easy to recreate for last minute Thanksgiving outfit ideas!

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Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas | Mix & Match

by Rachel McCarthy

thanksgiving outfit ideas

rust bubble stitch sweater | floral hoop earrings | lipstick | suede boots | high waisted skinny jeans | leopard clutch | camel turtleneck sweater | gold hoop earrings | lipgloss | leopard foldover clutch | riding boots | corduroy mini skirt

It’s crazy to think Thanksgiving is only a little over two weeks away. Where has 2017 gone? Since we are getting so close to the holiday, this Wednesday Wishes is all about Thanksgiving outfit ideas that can be mixed and matched. Whether you are getting dressed up for the holiday or like to keep it casual, these are a few pieces that can be mixed in match to create a cute Thanksgiving outfit.

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Fall Velvet Crush

by Rachel McCarthy

velvet outfit inspiration

floral dress | velvet hat | handbag | velvet leggings | velvet tank | ruffle skirt | velvet blazer | pink loafers | velvet sneakers | velvet bow | velvet top

It’s safe to say that I am really having a velvet moment. One of fall’s biggest trends, I find myself gravitating to anything and everything velvet. There are so many things to love about this trend for fall. It’s soft and luxe texture makes dressing up an outfit easy. You don’t have to look too far to find the trend these days, but here are a few of my favorite fall velvet pieces.

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Fall Date Night Outfit: Splurge vs. Save

by Rachel McCarthy

splurge vs save fall date night

Splurge: cold shoulder top | statement earrings | bag | aviator sunglasses | lipstick | jeans | ankle booties

Save: cold shoulder top | statement earrings | bag | aviator sunglasses | lipstick | jeans | ankle booties

Happy Wednesday, friends! One of my favorite types of Wednesday Wishes to share on this little space of mine are splurge vs. save outfits. Although the most challenging, I love finding designer lookalikes for less. The inspiration behind today’s theme is this crazy warm weather. Dressing for work is becoming more and more difficult — I now understand why people in warmer climates wear summer clothes in fall colors! In that spirit, I wanted to share a date night look that is perfect for this transitioning to cooler temperatures weather. A little wear now outfit inspiration: no fall layers here! Without further ado, here is a fall date night outfit: splurge vs. save edition.

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Black and Leopard Outfit Inspiration

by Rachel McCarthy

black and leopard outfit inspiration

midi dress | leopard vest | ankle lace up jeans | leopard crossbody | ruffle turtleneck | leopard scarf | drop earrings | leopard ottoman | leopard fur mules | pearl embellished booties

I know, more leopard! After receiving a few comments on Monday’s black and leopard combination, I wanted to share more inspiration. I have been a fan of leopard for years, but this fall, the print is bigger than ever. The black and leopard outfit inspiration is a chic way to style fall pieces in your closet and your home.

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Fall Finds Under $100

by Rachel McCarthy

fall finds under $100

yellow dress | emerald tassel earrings | wool beret | tassel crossbody bag | printed flats | flare sleeve sweater | shoulder bag | layered necklace | fringe crop jeans | pink ruffle skirt | leopard sweatshirt | plum lipstick | grey ankle boots

The weather is really playing games with us here in Northern Virginia. After the cooler temperatures two weekends ago, I was convinced we would be welcoming an early fall. Alas, it was nearly 90 degrees yesterday so it seems that we may have to wait a few more weeks for fall to stick around. Since I can’t experience fall quite yet, I have been dreaming of all the fall layers, fabrics and cute accessories non-stop. Today, I am rounding up a few of my favorite fall finds under $100.

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Splurge vs. Save: Fall Trends

by Rachel McCarthy

splurge vs save fall trends

Splurge: velvet tee | tassel earrings | high-waisted jeans | handbag | bow mules | sunglasses

Save: velvet tee | tassel earrings | high-waisted jeans | handbag | bow mules | sunglasses

As we welcome a new season, it’s time for a new splurge vs. save! And with the spirit of a new season, I wanted to highlight a few trends at both price points. Without further ado, here is a brand new splurge vs. save: fall trends!

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Falling for Blues: Blue Outfit Inspiration for Fall

by Rachel McCarthy

blue outfit inspiration for fall

ruffle dress | neck scarf | stud earrings | link necklace | velvet booties | tassel pouch | stone cocktail ring | eyelet top | drop earrings | tie sleeve sweatshirt | saddle bag | ruffle skirt

One of my favorite things about welcoming a new season is adding new colors to my wardrobe. And although these shades of blue aren’t typically associated with fall, I have been falling for blues of all shades in anticipation of the new season.

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