Wedding Wednesday: Gifting The Bride To Be

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It is the gifting season, but it doesn't have to be the Holidays to celebrate an upcoming marriage. Engagements happen every day of the year, and it is always exciting! Whether it is your bff, sibling, or daughter, it is very nice to surprise the bride to be with a thoughtful gift. Here's a roundup of perfect presents to help her plan her own happily ever after.

 

Leather "Love Book"

Give their romance a jump start with this gift from the heart. Inside the language of love is written with a wonderful collection of quotes, passages and phrases. Who knows? The bride may use your gift as part of her big day. Personalize it to make it extra special.  

Mark and Graham

Love Is In The Air Balloons

I mean, really. Who doesn't love a big (make that huge) balloon? Fill her apartment, the bridal shower, or engagement party with these to get the party started!

Kate Spade New York

Personalized Wedding Planner

Created just for the bride, this personalized planner is pretty and very practical. Just Add  names and wedding date with gorgeous handwritten font. 

Made To Plan

Letters To The Bride

Write now. Read later. Treasure forever. Inside this book are provisions for 12 love and advice filled letters to be written by the brides besties, parents, or shower guests. They will be signed, sealed and post dated, to be kept until happily ever after.

Swoozies

Ring Dish Holders

When you want to give just a little something, enter these darling dishes. They are less than $10 and will be used daily.

Mod Party 

Gilded Bow Hanger

A special hanger for her special day. This will become the perfect photo op for the getting ready photos.

BHLDN

Monogram Jewelry Dish

If she is changing her name, this is an exciting little gift. Monogram a ring dish with her new initials. Also sold in sets as Bridesmaids gifts.

MKM Splendor

#BusyBride Journal & Notebook

Well, that's an understatement. Give the bride to be luxe leather gifts that she will use daily throughout her coming journey.

Graphic Image

'I Do' Swarovski Undies

Between friends, there's nothing wrong with a little "Hanky Panky" underwear. She will love to have her "something blue" all taken care of!

Nordstrom

Kate Spade New York Wine Tote

Toast to the bride to be with a bottle of her favorite champagne and present it this chic canvas bag. 

Saks Fifth Avenue

The Wedding Book, by Mindy Weiss

If she is really planning the wedding of her dreams, this is the book to own. No one knows more about couture weddings than Mindy. "From fashion and menus to drone videography and port-a-potties, it’s all in there—and you know she knows what she’s talking about."

Amazon

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Wedding Wednesday: Uncommon Gifting

#GivingTuesday: Give Gifts That Do Good

The magic in the holidays is giving. The joy of giving is real. On #GivingTuesday let's shop, but in a more worthy way. Here's a lineup of gifts that give back. Think youth art education, global clean water, shoes for the shoeless, Alzheimer Disease and more. I promise that these gifts will make you feel good while you do good!

HERE: 15 Stylish Ways to Give

Bari Lynn Girls' Naughty/Nice Glittered Clutch 

Oh how i love this gift. And who knew that being naughty could be so nice? The reverse side of this bright bag features the word "NICE." #ONLYATNM 10% of the purchase price will benefit youth arts education. 

Neiman Marcus

Pet Portrait 

Brooke Hagel New York City fashion Illustrator will do a custom portrait of your best friend. It's the perfect gift for the doting pet owner. Or even better, a thoughtful idea for someone that lost a pet. The process is simple: place an order, e-mail inspirational photos of the pet, and await the portrait, which will ship ten days later. Your purchase benefits Hilarity For Charity which raises money for families struggling with Alzheimer Disease. Click for more details.

IfOnly

Adrienne Landau Designer Ornament

Perfect for the haute hostess or fashion girl in your life. From the HSN Cares Collection of charitable ornaments. If you are going to buy or gift one ornament this year, choose one of these whimsical styles. 100% of the profits and no less that 30% of the purchase price will be donated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

HSN

Charms For Charity

Change the World with a Charm! From Altruette in NYC, who offers a classic jewelry collection with a humanitarian twist. Made of Sterling Silver or 14K Gold Plated, these  charms represent and support different non-profit organizations like CARE, IRC, First Book, Girls Write Now and Embrace, with 50 percent of the net profit donated to these partners. A charming idea, wouldn't you say? 

AHAlife

TOM'S Shoes

I live in mine during the Summer. Hands down the most comfy shoes I own. And why not give a gift of comfort AND style? Shown here are Tiny Tom's velvet shoes that are perfect for sweet little feet. You'll find something for everyone within the Tom's Gift Guide . Best yet, for every shoe you purchase, TOMS will help a person in need. One for One®. Beautiful!

TOM'S 

Stacy Bendet of Alice + Olivia's Sweet 16 Tackle Box of Candy

Join Stacy, Martha Stewart, Dylan Lauren and more celebrities as they celebrate Dylan's Candy Bar's 16th birthday with artistic creations that taste yummy. Each gift benefits a charity of the celeb's choice. 15% of the purchase of this product will be donated to Ronald McDonald House. Fun and tastes good, too! 

Dylan's Candy Bar

Jesse Tyler Ferguson For Tie Bar

The Modern Family actor that we all love to love, presents a collection of dapper bow ties. $20 of your $25 purchase will be donated to TieTheKnot.org. Ever since marriage was won in 2015, Tie The Knot has shifted its focus to LGBTQ rights within the United States and marriage efforts across the globe.

The Tie Bar 

Down & Down Alternative Comforters

Pick a color, any color under the rainbow, to give a gift of a good night's sleep. Priceless!  With every comforter purchased from The Company Store, a homeless child will receive a blanket through Family Promise and their affiliates. Comforters range in price from $50 to $1000. Click HERE to get the details of this charity. 

The Company Store

Treasure & Bond Velour Sweatshirt

Give the gift of cozy. Girls of all ages will love cuddling up with style. When you buy anything in the Treasure & Bond Collection, Nordstrom donates 2.5% of net sales to YWCA.

Nordstrom

BKR Water Bottles

A fancy find. The perfect gift when only the best will do. This bottle will change the way you hydrate forever with glass, silicone and Swarovski crystals. There are bottles that begin at $35 but each of the Swarovski crystal bottles sold helps provide a full 500 liters of water—over a month’s supply—to a person in need through clean water charity 

"Water For People."

Neiman Marcus

Do It Yourself Fashion Sugar Cookie Kit

Who doesn't love sprinkles? Ship these off to a budding fashionista this Holiday season. She'll think you are very sweet! 10% of the proceeds will benefit Youth Arts Education.

Neiman Marcus

Charity By Design Bangles

"Give from the heart with three new additions to the CHARITY BY DESIGN Collection. Holiday whimsy comes alive with 3D charms of beloved seasonal symbols including the Ugly Sweater (benefiting Toys for Tots), the Snowman (supporting UNICEF), and the Angel (benefiting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals)." Girls love layering these, so think about gifting a stylish stack.

Alex and Ani

Disney x Kiehl’s Collection For A Cause

Cleanse, tone, moisturize, and mask to support Feeding America. This purchase helps 350 meals for Feeding America.

Kiehl's 

Feed + Mouth Winter Warm Up

"Makes a great gift for colleagues, family members, or your favorite kid who can't make it home for the holidays. It's *almost* as good as a hug." Mouth has partnered with FEED to curate a collection of small batch gifts that help fight hunger world wide. This purchase will provide 10 school meals for children around the world. Click to see the complete collection.

Mouth.com 

Tory Burch Box

The gift that gives back. The Tory Burch Foundation Seed Box features a curated selection of seven products made by women entrepreneurs — including Tory Sport performance socks and a cosmetic case designed by Tory Burch — all packaged in a graphic keepsake sliding box. 100% of net proceeds will benefit the Tory Burch Foundation which empowers women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital, education programs and digital resources. 

Tory Burch

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Your Holiday Home

Cyber Chic: Holiday Style Steals

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Be RSVP ready for less. Maybe you feel guilty about buying for yourself at this time of year, like I do. With all of those invites showing up, what's a girl to do? If you missed out on Black Friday sales, there's hope. Cyber Monday is your chance for scoring some great style steals, without leaving home. This edit features festive finds that will take you through the Holiday season for less. You will also find plenty of glam gifts for fashion girls like $30 off Rachel Zoe's Box of Style. Everything here is special and specially priced just for today.

 

Miana Tassel Earrings
Earrings are always in season, but especially during the Holidays. These irresistible tassels will elevate any look, no matter what you pair them with. Also available in black and blush
Bauble Bar 

35% Off Everything with Code: CYBER35 Valid 11/26-11/28

Marco De Vincenzo Striped Boots

Wonderful green wool has been striped with style and accented by a shiny block heel. These boots will take you through the holidays with sophisticated style. I would love these paired with Winter white pants. Now on sale at

Moda Operandi

Take an Extra 30% Off All Sale Prices With Code: 30EXTRA Ends 11/27

Parker NY Valentino Top

More than any recent year in fashion, any shade of red will get you noticed. 

Neiman Marcus

Box Of Style
One of my fave sales of the weekend: 6 holiday-ready finds valued over $400 in every box. Get $30 off your winter Box curated by Rachel Zoe.  Code: WINTER30! The best gift for any Fashion Girl. That chic acrylic clutch is just one fashion find included. Click for more.
The Zoe Report   

Rao Pants
Hosting a Holiday house party? Wear these. Silk charmeuse palazzo pants with cinched waist finished with a tie sash. Fabulous!
Sachin & Babi  

Cyber Monday - 30% off Everything!

Arelia A-Line Coat
A great piece to own as a coat or a suit jacket. It's tuxedo inspired and made from a silk blend. A dressy style that will take you everywhere.
BCBGMAXAZRIA

CYBER MONDAY! 50% off Everything. Valid 11/27 

Oversize Wrap
Checking a coat can be such a drag. Throw this furry find over everything and go. it's a fun accessory to wear or gift. Also available in navy
Sole Society

Embellished Velvet Suit Jacket
One of my favorite looks for this festive season. A tuxedo jacket can be both sophisticated and sexy. Loving the light catching embellished lapels. Shine on! Now nicely marked down for today.
Ted Baker

Liquid Lucite With Diamond Dust Cocktail Ring 
Holiday cocktail party? Get the party started with this. It's a clearly chic choice for fashion girls and parties. 
Alexis Bittar

 25% Off Sitewide Code: CYBER17  

Feather Sweater
A festive look for every invitation you have. Love this!
Boston Proper 

30% Off Sweaters & Travel at Boston Proper! Shop Cyber Monday 11/27 

Phone Charging Glitter Pouch
Now you can stay connected even under the mistletoe. This glam on the go bag will carry and charge your phone with room for cash and cards, too. What a fun piece to give or get.
Banana Republic

Take 50% off sitewide today only. No code needed.

Mirror-Embroidered Cashmere Sweater Dress
High-shine mirror embellishments make a glamorous impact on this cozy chic dress. Love it for day or night. For a limited time, marked way down!
Michael Kors 

Wynn Jeweled Bow Suede Pumps
I seem to remember my own Mother having a pair like these. So very old school cool. These will save any LBD
Ann Taylor 

50% Off Everything + Free Shipping. Code: BESTMONDAY.  Ends 11/28/17 3AM

Embellished Faux Fur Scarf

Oh what a giftable fun and furry find. It's perfect for dressing up a sweater or coat.
Juicy Couture

50% off entire site, including regular-priced and sale items.  Code CYBER50 - Valid through 11/27 

Gold Metallic Leather Moto
From the Neiman Marcus leather collection. a gold jacket is the perfect way to add glam edge to everything.
Neiman Marcus 

 Receive up to a $750 gift card with your $200+ regular priced purchase. Code: GC4YOU. Ends 11/27 at 10 PM

Avery Metallic Pant 
The perfect balance of sparkle and sheen. The tweed pant is effortlessly chic. Perfect with a dressy blouse as shown above.
Banana Republic

Take 50% off sitewide today. No code needed.

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All The Chic Cyber Week Sales To Shop!

Saturdays At Shop This: It's All About Love

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Hopefully you all had a love filled Thanksgiving. The two most important things in life are gratefulness and love. I think you need one to get the other. Here's hoping that your home is always filled with love. Today I am spreading some love of my own with fab finds that I just know you will adore.

3 Tools for Finding Love: It is easy to feel a little lost at this time of year. If you are looking for love, you will find this article helpful at GOOP. Turns out "giving thanks" is a key tool. 
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I simply have to share a product that I Love - Serious Skincare A Primer Vitamin A Line Filler. Prior to finding this product last week, I have been unhappy with any primer that I have tried. This primer is perfection. You will not believe how smoothly your foundation will glide on! Click HERE to see a presentation. It's the best one I have ever used. Love it, but don't recommend it for oily skin.
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If you have someone that loves to cook on your gift list, this Dutch Leather Apron is as luxe and colorful as they come. See it at Food52.
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A new pair of black leather gloves are on my Wish List. These Agnelle Love Leather Gloves are just so much fun. Want!
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If you love a good bargain, you simply must shop the "Shop This" All The Chic Cyber Week Sales To Shop! The savings include Cyber Monday buys.
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Do you love entertaining and a house full of company? Greet your guests with a little humor. These doormats are guaranteed to get the party started.
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Love to lounge? The Pajama Tie Suit by Scotch & Soda is comfy chic, and inspired by jammies.
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Love your UGGS, but tired of looking like all of the others? Now you can customize them with 5 styles, 4 ways to monogram & countless color combos at Neiman Marcus. What a special gift!
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Any teenage girl on your list will love this holiday stuffing stocker - The Petite Ami Emoji Love Mask.  It tackles acne (hello, hormonal breakouts), deeply hydrates and calms stressed skin for a smooth, gorgeous glow. Not too mention how cute it is! 
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This season, give Love. The Nambe Love Ornament is the perfect hostess gift at less than $20
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Now, if I may spread a little love your way. Please accept my thanks for following Shop This. I so appreciate your support! You just make me so happy. 

XOXOX
Deb
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