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I don’t know about you, but I think I would be happy if I only got a stocking full of gifts on Christmas…

Opening up the little silly things has always been one of my favorite parts, and lucky for my ‘Cheap Monday’ series, unless you are slipping a Rolex into someone’s stocking this year – these gifts are usually on the inexpensive side.  Plus, all of the above can be picked up at Target (or a similar one stop shop), so with time running out you can still fill up those socks!

Nest: You can never have enough pretty little journals for jotting down to-do’s, grocery lists, million dollar ideas, etc.  Extra points for pairing this with a color coordinated pencil set or a few new pens/markers.

Dressed:  Tights are one of the easiest ways to jazz up a plain dress and make an old outfit feel new again.  Play with texture, scale, or color (I’d pair these sparkly dotted tights with a swishy black skirt, suede oxfords and a knitted sweater for a gift exchange among friends).

The Rest: Crazy nails have somehow become completely normal in the past year or so, allowing even the most conservative of dressers to experiment a little.  And what better way to dip your toes (pun intended) into the trend than with a festive glittery polish?  

(All Target.com)

Andd I’m back.  My apologies for the extremely quiet blog for the past week.  I’m guessing anyone that has ever moved or started a new job (or done both at the same time while also trying to prepare for the holidays) will understand?  This weekend we attempted to check things off both our holiday and home list with pretty good results.  There’s a tree in our front window, lights on the balcony, and a (almost complete) wall shelving unit built.  There’s a lot going on around here and plenty you’ll see more of in the days to come.  Happy to make my return!

As much as I love fashion, sometimes I think I’d be fine with having a cartoon character’s closet.  You know, the kind where they have 20 of the exact same shirt and pants?

Push come to shove, I’d be fine living out the rest of my days by simply altering the colors/fabrics on my signature look: Button down slightly slouchy shirt (chambray, plaid, silk, etc), skater skirt (fitted snuggly at my natural waist, flaring out neatly, ending a couple of inches above my knees), and a sensible shoe in a few different colors (maybe I’d cheat a bit and get a flat option – such as the Anaid Kupuri beauties pictured above, and a heel option – Madewell and Kate Spade offer darling options).  You never heard Minnie Mouse complain.  Happy Friday!

With my Craigslist dresser makeover well under way, and the arrival of a brand new (Queen sized!) bed on Saturday, this weekend is all about the bedroom…

And the perfect accessory to a freshly made bed?  Cute sleepwear, of course.  A classic sleepshirt, fitted and flirty henley, or adorably playful ruffled romper would all do the trick.  Add an Audrey approved sleep mask and you’ll be hard pressed to find a reason to get out of bed tomorrow morning.  Happy Friday!  

(Sleepmasks: True and Co; Target; Target)
(True and Co Sleepshirt; Aerie Henley Dress; Anthropologie Romper)

When I lived in New York one of my favorite weekend activities was wandering aimlessly around museums with a great friend in tow.  I recently checked out the LACMA here in Los Angeles for the first time and the trip left me craving a bit of modern art in my everyday life…

Lust: These black lips from Kelly Wearstler are so beautifully sculptural (and even a little sinister).  They’d be the perfect conversation piece to add to your coffee table vignette.

Must: The Neiman Marcus designer’s collaboration with Target is spot on (aren’t they all?) and this abstract printed sweatshirt from Proenza Schouler is an affordable must have.  Perfect for running holiday errands paired with leather leggings and studded loafers.  

Trust (me): As I think about adding art to our new place, Society 6 is at the top of my list for price conscious, unique prints.  I’m actually sort of allergic to cats, but this graphic little feline makes me smile nonetheless.