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Is it just me, or did Black Friday come early?  My inbox has been flooded with store sales this weekend, but luckily it allows the perfect chance to buy a Thanksgiving Day dress without the guilt that comes from shopping for yourself too close to Christmas..

Rules for Thanksgiving Day dressing are first and foremost comfort, but preferably in a way that still feels festive.  Above that translates to an easy dress, simple flats, and a few pretty extras.  For those who go out to eat, use it as a chance to be a little fancier – with a flouncy printed dress and sparkly add ons.  If you’re hosting (which I am), a neutral floral shift dress that won’t wrinkle – and may even hide a few stains – will be a life saver.  Round out the mod mood with ballet flats and glittery barrettes to keep your hair out of your face while cooking.  And for those headed to the In-Laws (or other family dinners), a textured shirtdress and classic accessories will make you a chic guest.  All three dresses are under $100 (two are on sale!), and all are far more polished than those elastic waist leggings you were considering.  

(Reservations: Bauble Bar Earrings, BCBGeneration Dress, Forever 21 Flats)
(Hosting: Ban.Do Barrettes, Madewell Dress, J.Crew Flats)
(In Laws: Nicholas ID Bracelet, Ruche Dress, Marais Flats)

Is it just me, or did Black Friday come early?  My inbox has been flooded with store sales this weekend, but luckily it allows the perfect chance to buy a Thanksgiving Day dress without the guilt that comes from shopping for yourself too close to Christmas..

Rules for Thanksgiving Day dressing are first and foremost comfort, but preferably in a way that still feels festive.  Above that translates to an easy dress, simple flats, and a few pretty extras.  For those who go out to eat, use it as a chance to be a little fancier – with a flouncy printed dress and sparkly add ons.  If you’re hosting (which I am), a neutral floral shift dress that won’t wrinkle – and may even hide a few stains – will be a life saver.  Round out the mod mood with ballet flats and glittery barrettes to keep your hair out of your face while cooking.  And for those headed to the In-Laws (or other family dinners), a textured shirtdress and classic accessories will make you a chic guest.  All three dresses are under $100 (two are on sale!), and all are far more polished than those elastic waist leggings you were considering.  

(Reservations: Bauble Bar Earrings, BCBGeneration Dress, Forever 21 Flats)
(Hosting: Ban.Do Barrettes, Madewell Dress, J.Crew Flats)
(In Laws: Nicholas ID Bracelet, Ruche Dress, Marais Flats)

There’s a lot that’s been said about pastels for fall/winter this year and maybe it’s because the weather in Southern California still feels like early Spring, but I’m totally on board.  There’s just something so nonchalantly cool about throwing a leather bomber jacket and ankle boots on with a shiny pink dress.  Or carrying a romantic literary inspired pink clutch with jeans and a chunky sweater.  And while I’m not quite sure the boy will agree, I like to daydream about washed out pink walls with a plush couch and rustic wooden accents.  Now go see the weekend through rose colored glasses, Happy Friday!

(Dress; Album; Kate Spade clutch; Room)

There’s a lot that’s been said about pastels for fall/winter this year and maybe it’s because the weather in Southern California still feels like early Spring, but I’m totally on board.  There’s just something so nonchalantly cool about throwing a leather bomber jacket and ankle boots on with a shiny pink dress.  Or carrying a romantic literary inspired pink clutch with jeans and a chunky sweater.  And while I’m not quite sure the boy will agree, I like to daydream about washed out pink walls with a plush couch and rustic wooden accents.  Now go see the weekend through rose colored glasses, Happy Friday!

(Dress; Album; Kate Spade clutch; Room)

I try to avoid buying things that are not either A. beautiful or B. functional.  And when they just so happen to be both – as are these genius matchbook bobby pins by Kate Spade – it makes it all the better.  Sometimes it’s the simple things that get you through a long week, no?