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Etsy is a wonderful resource for holiday gifts.

You can find high-quality, thoughtful, and unique treasures created by small, often woman-owned businesses.

So today I’m highlighting a few categories in a range of prices to help you give an extra special gift.

Keep in mind; these are small businesses operating in the busiest time of year.

They do not have anywhere close to the capacity of Amazon, Walmart, or Target. Shipping is going to take some time, so place orders soon – like this weekend;)

Every year I round-up my favorites to share with our readers – this post is not at all sponsored. ❤️

For all the details and to shop follow the link in my profile.

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When the world shut down, life did not stop.

And now that we are on the other side of things, we have not had a break or time to recover.

For so many women, myself included, this "new normal" is not working.

I find myself doing the job of both a stay-at-home mom and a full-time businesswoman responsible for an equally full-time salary all at once.

Most days, I work with a baby sitting on my head.

And all of the women I know are utterly overwhelmed and exhausted after the last two years.

A nap will not fix this kind of tiredness.

We can't just "take it easy."

I wish it were that simple.

I think what we all truly need is peace, grace, and the world to ease up on us.

Or, perhaps, just a safe place to vent.

So let's start by assuming your fellow woman is doing her best.

Let's be kind to each other, please.

We don't know the private battles we are all fighting.

I don't have an answer to how to help us navigate this and keep our sanity.

But I know I feel less alone and not so crazy when I hear your stories and experiences.

We're not doing it wrong; this sh*t is hard.

Today, take a minute to reach out to a woman you love and tell her what an incredible job she is doing.

Tell her she is a fantastic friend, mom, wife, partner, daughter. I promise you; she needs to hear it.

For more, follow the link in my profile to read the rest of today's post, "We are Exhausted."

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NEED SOME OUTFIT INSPIRATION FOR THANKSGIVING?

I’ve got you covered.

Over on The Well Dressed Life I'm sharing three ideas, built with readers’ favorites and tons of additional options , many at can't miss prices.

Of course, you don’t have to save these for the holidays.

On there own, they are pulled-together, chic looks you can wear all season that will help you utilize everything hanging in your closet.

For all the details and to shop follow the link in my profile. ❤️

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🎉 Next to experiences, one of my favorite kinds of gifts to give (and receive!) are gadgets, devices, and machines that make busy modern life a bit easier, efficient and enjoyable.

Thousands of products claim to do just that, and I’ve tried many of them only to be disappointed.

So today’s gift guide focuses on the products I’ve personally purchased, used, and given.

I started our price point at $25 and went up from there.

And I promise you, these work for even the least tech-savvy people in your life.

For the complete list, head to the link in our bio.

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🎉 Next to experiences, one of my favorite kinds of gifts to give (and receive!) are gadgets, devices, and machines that make busy modern life a bit easier, efficient and enjoyable.

Thousands of products claim to do just that, and I’ve tried many of them only to be disappointed.

So today’s gift guide focuses on the products I’ve personally purchased, used, and given.

I started our price point at $25 and went up from there.

And I promise you, these work for even the least tech-savvy people in your life.

For the complete list, head to the link in our bio.

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🎉 Who needs a new coat?

Lots of requests have come in for suggestions for a classic black wool coat.

And as it turns out, I need one too!

So let’s do a round-up!

At this point in life, I don’t need a designer coat. Especially since I won’t wear it enough to get my money’s worth.

I’m not regularly walking into meetings or elegant dinners anymore, and the days of wearing a sheath and heels are very few, and far between.

But I do want the look of designer and a nice quality.

So here’s what I found, including plus and petite options, along with what I bought for myself.

For details and to shop, follow the link in my profile.

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Today, we’re breaking down how to wear an oversized sweater vest.

This popular outfit formula mixes layers and texture, creating a classic look with a bit of edge, ideal for a date night, dinner with friends, or a casual but festive holiday event.

As always, I’m creating this outfit formula with many pieces our readers already own that are still available it buy in case you need to fill in some gaps in your wardrobe.

Remember to use our How to Wear posts two ways:
First, as inspiration. See what you have hanging in your closet. You might be surprised with your options.

Second, as recommendations. Everything we feature I would recommend to a client, or I personally wear and have purchased with my own money.

For details on today's look, click the link in my bio. ❤️

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Today, we’re breaking down how to wear an oversized sweater vest.

This popular outfit formula mixes layers and texture, creating a classic look with a bit of edge, ideal for a date night, dinner with friends, or a casual but festive holiday event.

As always, I’m creating this outfit formula with many pieces our readers already own that are still available it buy in case you need to fill in some gaps in your wardrobe.

Remember to use our How to Wear posts two ways:
First, as inspiration. See what you have hanging in your closet. You might be surprised with your options.

Second, as recommendations. Everything we feature I would recommend to a client, or I personally wear and have purchased with my own money.

For details on today's look, click the link in my bio. ❤️

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🎉 I never miss the Sephora Holiday Sale Event, happening right now!

This sale is different because the discounts vary based on your Insider status, determined by your annual spend.

Here's how it works:

Insider's get 10% off

VIP's get 15% off

And if you are Rouge, you get 20% off.

Of course, the more you spend annually, the greater the discount you receive.

Regardless of which level you are, use the code YAYHOLIDAY at check out.

The savings can be significant if you use many of the brands they carry or worth it if you want to try something new.

Up on The Well Dressed Life, I rounded up some of our favorites and am sharing a few products I'm trying for the first time.

For details, follow the link in my profile.

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Our What to Buy at series continues with a roundup of some incredibly wearable, size-inclusive pieces from one of our favorite retailers, Banana Republic.

With their mix and match options, for work and weekends, along with their full-size range (including petite, plus, and tall), it’s hard not to love.

In many ways, they are a rare retailer that figured out a way to grow with their target market, constantly evolving but never steering too far away from what makes them work.

Right now, the BR website is stunning. Their models are highly stylized, giving off a classic Ralph Lauren vibe, which I love. The problem, I see, is that all of the images look like a magazine ad, so it’s hard for someone without a trained eye to see what they are actually selling.

Under all the layers are some fantastic options for the cold weather and holiday season; along with some fresh basics, there is something here for everyone.

So let’s shop Banana Republic’s New Arrivals, where you can take 40% off your purchase at check out, no code needed.

Head to our bio and click the link to read today's post and shop ;)

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Our What to Buy at series continues with a roundup of some incredibly wearable, size-inclusive pieces from one of our favorite retailers, Banana Republic.

With their mix and match options, for work and weekends, along with their full-size range (including petite, plus, and tall), it’s hard not to love.

In many ways, they are a rare retailer that figured out a way to grow with their target market, constantly evolving but never steering too far away from what makes them work.

Right now, the BR website is stunning. Their models are highly stylized, giving off a classic Ralph Lauren vibe, which I love. The problem, I see, is that all of the images look like a magazine ad, so it’s hard for someone without a trained eye to see what they are actually selling.

Under all the layers are some fantastic options for the cold weather and holiday season; along with some fresh basics, there is something here for everyone.

So let’s shop Banana Republic’s New Arrivals, where you can take 40% off your purchase at check out, no code needed.

Head to our bio and click the link to read today's post and shop 😉

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If you love to host, like I do, you know that we don’t do it for a “thank you”.

We clean like maniacs, decorate, set the table, cook (or order!) because this is how we show our affection.

When I open our home to our friends and family, I do not expect a hostess gift. I just really love being surrounded by the people I love.

But when I get one, boy, does it delight me. And it doesn’t have to be anything fancy or over the top, flowers from the supermarket, and a bottle of wine have never gone to waste in my house.

I like to get creative with these kind of gifts this time of year.

So whether you are going to a casual night at a friend's house, when everyone stands around the island and snacks, a more formal holiday dinner, or a weekend at someone’s home, I have you covered.

Every year I create a hostess gift guide to give you ideas and inspiration for the season.

And every year, I challenge myself to find new options that I haven’t already featured in past posts.

Of course, I also pay attention to the price point, keeping everything under, sometimes well, under $50.

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If you love to host, like I do, you know that we don’t do it for a “thank you”.

We clean like maniacs, decorate, set the table, cook (or order!) because this is how we show our affection.

When I open our home to our friends and family, I do not expect a hostess gift. I just really love being surrounded by the people I love.

But when I get one, boy, does it delight me. And it doesn’t have to be anything fancy or over the top, flowers from the supermarket, and a bottle of wine have never gone to waste in my house.

I like to get creative with these kind of gifts this time of year.

So whether you are going to a casual night at a friend's house, when everyone stands around the island and snacks, a more formal holiday dinner, or a weekend at someone’s home, I have you covered.

Every year I create a hostess gift guide to give you ideas and inspiration for the season.

And every year, I challenge myself to find new options that I haven’t already featured in past posts.

Of course, I also pay attention to the price point, keeping everything under, sometimes well, under $50.

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