Cozy Winter Essentials

This winter has certainly shown it's chilly self recently (last week was nothing short of miserable), and if I've learned anything in my life, it's that you need to have a large stock of cozy essentials to rely on during those dreary, dry, depressing days.

Cashmere Sweater || Oversized Scarf || Winter Jacket

Crazy Socks || Infinity Scarf || Lip Balm || Extra-Moisturizing Lotion

What are your favorite cozy winter essentials?

Save or Splurge: The Perfect Holiday Outfit

I have become SO obsessed with tartan this season. Why? I have no idea. Maybe it's the classic colors, or the Christmasey feel. Whatever it is, I'm lusting over it, and need to have some in my wardrobe, asap! Since my family doesn't get all dolled up for Christmas Eve, or even Christmas Day, I have a hard time justifying splurging on an outfit to wear while plopped on the couch.

Now, do I splurge and have the outfit for years to come? Or, save a few pennies and buy some extra holiday gifts?

What are you wearing for the holidays?

Thanksgiving Outfit Inspiration.

With Thanksgiving approaching at an alarming rate (I'm really not complaining, it just really snuck up on me), I am making a scramble on what to wear. Comfort is a must, but since tons of pictures will certainly be taken, it must be somewhat cute.

Enter, Lilly Pulitzer's Travel Pant.

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With an elastic waist, and pajama feel, these babies are the perfect pant for Thanksgiving (and let's be honest, also to wear everyday). I purchased my first pair earlier this fall (after being stubborn last year and not buying a single pair), and then another, and another, and now I probably have one pair for each day of the week and I'm not even ashamed to admit that I probably wear them 5/7 days a week. They have a seam in the front and back which also make them look way dressier than they probably should be. Can we all be in agreement that leggings were the best thing to happen to Thanksgiving? Okay, great.

Now that the pants situation is figured out, I'm thinking that I'll throw on a cozy sweater and a tartan scarf to make this cozy cute outfit complete!

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What are you wearing for Thanksgiving!?

Wishlist Wednesday: Vineyard Vines Fall Collection

The Fall (Resort?) Vineyard Vines catalog showed up in my mailbox the other day.

Sometimes, I get a little jaded, considering that I work for one of their competitors, but I have to say that their holiday collection is perfect.

Literally, every single item is better than the last.

While I wish that I could have it all, here is what is on my wishlist this Wednesday...

Is this tartan skirt not perfect for Christmas Eve?

..or for a more casual holiday, this Shep Shirt?

I can see myself layering this sweater (oversized of course) with leggings and a chunky scarf.

And, if this doesn't scream "I love New England in the fall," then I don't know what does.

I'm willing to bet that this hair bow matches perfectly with my Vicker's Bow Bracelet.

Of course, this classic print on an iPhone cover that I can finally find for the 5!

What is on your Vineyard Vines wishlist!?

Save or Splurge: Sweaters

There is really nothing better than throwing on a cozy sweater with some leggings and riding boots to go to work. I know that I am seriously spoiled with what I can wear for my job, but I am especially grateful in the winter for this uniform.

Before I started working at Lilly, I had never considered cashmere as a viable option, mostly because of how expensive it is. I bought my first cashmere sweater in 2011 and haven't looked back. I can definitely see where the price tag of 100% cashmere can turn some people off, but I have also found some amazing alternatives that are equally as cozy! 

Splurge;

Bryn Cardigan, $288

Madison Cardigan, $268 

Fair Isle Sweater, $248

Save;

Bailey Island Pullover, $49

(I'm obsessed with this one)

Cozy V-Neck Sweater, $49

Fair Isle Snow Flurry Sweater, $78

Where do you get your favorite sweaters!?

Fall Bucket List.

It seems as though on October 1st New England really turns into fall. Granted, the forecast tells me it is going to be in the 80's today, but I digress.

September is a weird transition month, with summer temperatures during the day, but chilly crisp evenings. However, as the leaves begin to change, and the days are turning cooler, it finally feels like fall. This is my favorite season of them all, and I've got a lot to accomplish before the snow starts falling...

Visit the Pumpkin Patch and decoupage them with fun wrapping paper. Pumpkins are probably the only redeeming quality about Halloween, so I plan to take full advantage.

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Make pumpkin flavored everything.

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Host a Hokie Football watching party, complete with Maroon and Orange foods.

Go apple picking and make apple pies with this little one and her new little siblings!

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Transition my closet from summer to winter. I can't wait to break out the cashmere, riding boots, and puffer vests.

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Use lots of glitter for a fun Thanksgiving centerpiece.

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Start watching Elf on repeat in anticipation of the holidays...

What is on your fall bucket list!?