The Glamorous Rachel Bilson In Marie Claire Mexico + Highlights

I've been crushing on Rachel Bilson since 2003. I love everything about her in this Marie Claire Mexico editorial - the sequins, the cat-eyeliner, the drop dead beautiful laser cut gown. Her sequin look is exactly the vibe I go for year after year on New Years Eve. Adore!

Psssst, see below for highlights from the week.

1. I love my Mom! 19 signs your Mom is your best friend. Via thought Catalog. 

2. The official color of 2014 is....! Via Pantone.com.

3. Why aren't these old fashion dating habits cool anymore? (Thanks Dessert for sending this article over.) Via Thought Catalog.  

4. The Christmas DIY that you can eat. Via Honestly Yum.

5. The calf hair pouch that is perfect for traveling this holiday season. Via J.Crew.

6. How do you know when Christmas has arrived? Answer here. Via Man Repeller.

7. Your computer can be festive too with this holiday desktop wallpaper. Via LaurenConrad.com.

8. 100 notable books from 2013. Via NYTimes.com. 

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12 Days Of Christmas

The countdown to Christmas has been going on at my house since the 1st. Our tree is up, decorations are out, and hot cocoa has been made... it's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. So for today, I have a countdown of 12 things that made their way onto my Christmas wish list this year (not in a particular order).

12. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Bronze:

11. CRAP Eyewear 'The T.V. Eye' Sunglasses in Gloss Jungle Tortoise:

10. J.Crew Pajama Set in Bright Cerise Plaid Flannel:

9. Slim Aarons: La Dolce Vita Coffee Table Book:

8. Rag & Bone Presley Pullover:

7. Kate Spade Beacon Court Jeanne bag in ballet slipper pink:

6. Zimmermann Verano Ric Rac Tri Bikini:

5. Stuart Weitzman 5050 Over the Knee Boots in black nappa leather:

4. Brooks Brothers Wool Navy and Green Tartan Scarf:

3. Banana Republic L'Wren Scott Collection Beaded Lip Clutch:

2. Pom Pom at Home Pom Pom Throw Blanket:

1. Julie Vos Milano 6-Stone Bangles:

Holiday Greeting Cards

If you know me then you know that I'm addicted to buying greeting cards. I have boxes of them organized by occasion in my desk. This holiday season, I'm loving all the glittery rhymes I've seen gracing festive holiday cards. In Los Angeles, I love to pop into Sugar Paper in Brentwood, Urbanic Paper Boutique in Venice, Limonaia in Santa Monica, and Gum Tree in Hermosa Beach to pick up new cards. Needless to say, I have too many holiday cards this year to actually give away. A few of my favorites below...

1. Floral Menorah Card, Urbanic Paper Boutique

2. Happy and Delightful Holiday Card, Sugar Paper

3. Merry and Bright Confetti Card, Sugar Paper

4. Countdown New Year Card, Sugar Paper

5. Mistletoe Green Card, SS Print Shop

6. All I Want For Christmas, SS Print Shop

7. Watercolor Mistletoe Card, Paper Source

8. Best Is Yet To Come Chevron New Year Card, Paper Source

9. Cozy Christmas Card, Furbish Studio

10. Rifle Paper 'Twas The Night Before Christmas Card, Waiting On Martha

Cyber Monday

Sales, sales, and last chance for more sales! Over the weekend, I braved the mall and snagged this J.Crew jeweled llama sweater on J.Crew's Black Friday sale. I also picked up a couple Christmas presents for family and friends; however, I didn't quite get it all done. I have a secret Santa gift still on my purchasing list that I'm determined to buy today on a Cyber Monday sale.

Some of the retailers I'll be scanning today:

Alice + Olivia: 25% off entire purchase

Brooks Brothers: 10% off entire purchase (I'm spying this tartan scarf!)

Equipment: 20% extra off sale items with code EQTHANKS

Gap: 40% off entire purchase with code CYBER

J.Crew: 30% off entire purchase with code Monday

Joie: 20% off purchases of $250+, 30% off purchases of $500+

Kate Spade: 30% off entire purchase with code CYBER30

Madewell: 25% off entire purchase with code FEAST25

Rebecca Minkoff: 20% off purchases of $200+, 25% off purchases of $400+, 30% off purchases of $600+

Topshop: 30% off select merchandise

{Sweater: J.Crew} {Jeans: J Brand} {Shoes: Michael Kors - similar, similar} {Purse: Tory Burch} {Hat: Rag & Bone}

Black Friday

I rarely visit the mall on Black Friday. Instead, I like to do all my Black Friday shopping from the comfort of my own home by shopping online. Christmas shopping starts now for me! Don't miss out on all the deals and discounts stores are offering this year:

Ann Taylor: 40% off your entire purchase with code GET40

ASOS: 20% off your entire purchase with code GIMME20

Bloomingdales: 50% off select brands 

C.Wonder: 30% off 3+ items with code GIFTS30

Club Monaco: 30% off already-reduced merchandise with code THANKS30

Gap: 50% off entire purchase with code BLKFriday

Intermix: 40%-70% off sale

J.Crew: 30% off entire purchase with code HOLIDAY

Joie: 20% off purchases of $250+ and 30% off purchases of $500+

Kate Spade: up to 75% off

Madewell: 25% off entire purchase with code FEAST25

Nordstom: 25% off select brands

Serena & Lily: 20% off entire purchase + free shipping with code THANKS20

Shopbop: 15% off purchases of $250+, 20% off purchases of $500+, 25% off purchases of $1000+ with code BIGEVENT13

Tory Burch: 20% off purchases of $300+, 25% off purchases of $500+, 30% off purchases of $750+ with code HOLIDAY

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Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! My day consists of a family hike, lots of board games and backgammon, a couple hours in the kitchen, and too much eating. I have so much to be thankful for this year it is hard to know where to begin. I hope everyone feels a similar sentiment this Thanksgiving.

I'm also stirring up this Glitter Guide recommended pumpkin pie sparkling sgroppino cocktail. It sure sounds yummy!

Have a beautiful family-filled holiday!

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Jennifer Lawrence Does Dior In Elle France

Jennifer Lawrence. Dior. Elle France. Formal holiday party fashion inspiration: red, houndstooth, capes, sequins, and coats galore. 

Happy day before Thanksgiving!

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A Beachy Thanksgiving Sendoff From Erin Wasson In Elle Australia

I'm off to Arizona today for Thanksgiving... so excited! Although I must say, Erin Wasson is making staying at the beach for the holidays look pretty nice. 

Erin Wasson in Elle December 2013:

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Lauren Conrad's Office + Highlights

I was more than happy to see Lauren Conrad's Paper Crown office redesign on Domaine for a couple reasons. First, I adore Lauren Conrad, her career, and her LaurenConrad.com team. Secondly, I was interning at Who What Wear when they launched Domaine so I saw a lot of behind the scenes prep for the website, making it even more of a must read for me. 

Domaine did a wonderful job of bringing Lauren's office to life by making it a streamlined, functional, and youthful haven speckled with vintage elements. What do you think?

P.S. Read below for some highlights from the week.

1. Everyone wants a great life but what pain do you want to undergo to get there? Via Huffington Post.

2. A look inside Lauren Bush Lauren's life and career (remember her wedding dress!?). Via The Zoe Report.

3. A new website dedicated to all things denim. Via Jean STORIES.

4. Spotted a couple of my favorite places around LA in Lauren Conrad's LA City Guide. Via Laurenconrad.com.

5. Another reason why Katy Perry is my absolute favorite pop singer. Via Mashable.

6. The new arrivals at Club Monaco are a collection of classic pieces that every girl can wear this winter season. Via Club Monaco.

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