Light Their Fire With A Chic Candle

{ Via: Vogue }

  As we head into the gifting season, candles always come to mind.  I burn them all Fall and Winter at home. Your host and those on your gift list most likely do, as well. Notice that the post title uses the word "chic."  I have seen some tacky candles "out there." Please don't gift one of those. When selecting a candle for yourself or someone on your list, be mindful of the packaging, the look of the candle itself, the scent, and the burn time. It's all important. Here's inspiration for the most illuminating gifts you can find.

Stoneglow Cinnamon & Orange Natural Wax Candle

This warm and woodsy fragrant candle features a  heartwarming combination of zesty orange, spicy cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. tThen it is finished with a woody base of patchouli, vanilla and musk. It is a perfect kitchen candle made in London and offered at a reasonable price.

Amara

Lele Sandoughi Candles

Black and white is always chic in the right space. These ceramic votive holders and ceramic candle, make a striking statement. The packaging is gorgeous in black and white, as well.  The tall ceramic candle has a 20 hour burn time, and features soft notes of orchid.

Shopbop

Ralph Lauren Rhinelander Candle

Have you ever stepped into the Ralph Lauren Madison Avenue New York City flagship? It is a magical place that smells divine. This candle's aroma is just like the store. It's a blend of Valencia orange, clove, cinnamon bark, and red amber.  The container is reusable, making it a gift that lasts long after the candle melts.

Ralph Lauren

The Collection By Phuong Dang Candles

 Sophisticated and very cool looking. These candles have the most interesting names, like Black Dessert. They are created by perfumer, Bertrand Duchaufour, and are said to be irresistible. Now on sale at....

Barney's New York

Costa Brazil Candles

Lift your spirit or theirs and elevate any mood with the soft scent of the Amazonian Rain Forrest. This botanical candle has an exotic scent like none other. Most of all, I love the mirrored container. 

Now that's chic!

Need Supply (on sale )  or Bergdorf Goodman

Uno Candle Set By Ferm Living

I still love a taper candle, especially on the dining table.  This set of sixteen have been made from palm wax, which is healthier for your indoor air. The colors are just lovely.

Burke Decor

We Took To The Coast Candles

I am totally smitten with these coastal chic candles. They have been hand poured and expertly crafted in South Carolina. The packaging is so very creative, and instantly tells a story. Inside the lovely round boxes are plain ceramic candles. With titles like Coastal Christmas,  Pines By The Sea, Nantucket Stroll, Low Tide, We Took To The Coast and We Danced In The Sea, We Took To The Coast Candle - Blue Jeans, White Shirt and more, these candles and their scents are super unique.

Serena and Lily

Cassis Cuvée

New from this brand and ever so festive! The packaging is as special as the scent. It comes in a crocodile embossed presentation box with Antica's signature matches.  The scent is perfect for cocktail parties with notes of cassis liquor, champagne, berries and mandarin. This candle screams holiday host gift.

Antica Farmacista

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Tray Chic

A Few Stylish Sales To Shop Today

I woke up to a snow storm in Chicago, and this girl is going no where today. So here's a last minute shopping guide to a few of the best Veterans & Singles Day Sales. Most of these deals end tonight. And if you are single, celebrate yourself with a style steal and a good deal!

bareMinerals

20% Off Everything. Ends Tonight. 

Code: SINGLESDAY

Barney's Store Closing Sale

This is a sad sale to announce. But it might be nice to pick up one last Barney's bargain! Their entire website is reduced.

Bloomingdale's

Take $25 Off Every $100 you spend on Regular Priced Items Labeled PRIVATE . And Loyalists Get a $25 Reward Card for Every $100 Beauty Order

Gigi New York

20% Off Your Purchase

Code: HONOR

Koral

Take 25% Off When You Spend $111

Last Call By Neiman Marcus

Take an Extra 50% off one item with Code: 50NOW

Laura Mercier

Celebrate SINGLES DAY with 40% Off Limited Edition Favorites! PLUS, Free 2-Day Shipping with Any Purchase.

Mark & Graham

20% Off, Free Monogram, AND Free Shipping

Neiman Marcus

Singles Day! Enjoy $30 off $200; $45 off $300 or $100 off $500 your beauty/fragrance purchase with code NMSINGLE Some exclusions like Chanel

Paper Source

50% off Custom Holiday Photo Cards & Invitations

Code: MERRY50

Philosophy Skincare

35% Off For Singles Day with Code: singles 

Valid 11/11.

Shop Bazaar 

Well, this is a first! 20% off  a Singles Day Special Edit. Think Loewe bags, Ganni knits, Retrouvai jewelry, Paris Texas boots, and more. But hurry, this Singles’ Day sale only lasts for 11 hours, starting now!

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Celebrate Singles Day at Kate Somerville! Save $11 on any single item with code: SINGLE19.  Ends 11/11. 

Baublebar: 15% off Full Priced Items With Code3: HOLIDAY15

Pier One: 25% off Regular & Sale Prices. 

Use Code: OFF25

Ralph Lauren: Take 11% of Sitewide And Take an Extra 30% off Sale Styles.

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Chill Out!

Saturdays At Shop This

{ Via: ZsaZsa Bellgaio }

Does anyone else have Thanksgiving on the brain? All of my thoughts are on sharing time with "Miss Shop This" and her wonderful guy. I am grateful for having something to look forward to soon! There's much to do. Before we all get busy with weekend plans, I have some links to share. They include Oprah's Favorite Things, what to buy at Costco for Thanksgiving and more!

Hosting for the Holidays? One Kings Lane has a beautiful edit by the pros, on how to decorate your table. Get inspired HERE. Oh! And you can save 20% on orders over $500 at OKL. Use Code: OKLSTYLISH20 This savings ends November 11th.
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Oprah's back with her "favorite things" edit. As always , there are some very creative ideas. The Echo Dot Kids edition is adorable. And for those who like it hot, the Truffle hot sauce makes for a gourmet gift! See it all at Amazon.
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Seven Moody Lip Colors For Fall
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Macy's Friends & Family:  Save 15% on all beauty and fragrance and 30% a huge selection of styles with Code: FRIENDS. The sale is even on brands that rarely go on sale.
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For coffee lovers: Many of my friends are crazy about their Nespresso Vertuo Espresso & Coffee Makers. I don't have one, as I am not a coffee drinker. QVC has a fab buy on one that includes a mug & milk frother. It's a great sale price and ships for free. A nice gift, too.
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Rachel Zoe's Winter Box Of Style is available for pre-order ( get it in time for the holidays ) It's a good one, folks. I can't imagine any girl not wanting it. Best yet it's over $400 dollars of stylish picks for $99. But if you use Code: WINTER25, and click HERE, you save $25. I think I will get myself one. 
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Beauty Sale: Save 15% on most beauty and fragrance (not all brands) at Nordstrom. I found some of my faves on sale like BareMinerals, MAC Cosmetics, Too Faced, Lancome, Jo Malone, Laura Mercier, Sunday Riley & more. Time to stock up, and you also get Free Shipping.
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Good Jeans: Save $100 on $300 orders at Seven For All Mankind. Use Code: GET100. 
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21 Costco Bulk Buys to Score for Thanksgiving. Food52 breaks it down and tells us about all of the deals.
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As always, I am thankful for you, my followers. Take a moment and think of something you are thankful for. It feels good to do so.

XOXOX

Deb

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Thanksgiving Starts Here: Seventeen Stylish Side Dishes

{ Via: Williams Sonoma }

Here we are with the second post in the Thanksgiving countdown series. Today it's all about everyone's favorite part of the meal - the sides.  I hope that these recipes inspire you to change things up a bit this year. Give your guests a new favorite dish to savor.  Think about mashing the sweet potatoes, add bourbon to the cranberry sauce, or offer a pumpkin sage risotto as a gluten free option. No matter what recipe you use, don't forget to add a 

pinch of love. 

Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with 
Sweet ‘n’ Savory Bacon Pecans
This recipe had me at the word bourbon!  And of course we all know that bacon makes everything better.  Sounds delightful!
Half Baked Harvest

Garlic and Sage Infused Mashed Potatoes
This recipe features Yukon Gold potatoes, which is the only way to go in my recipe book. Sage and garlic are two must haves in my potatoes, as well. This dish looks so very dreamy and creamy. 
Woman's Day

A Really Good Thanksgiving Salad
Greens, Parmesan cheese, and harvest produce is simply tossed with maple vinaigrette, which sounds divine.
Foxes Love Lemons

Best Ever Pumpkin Buttermilk Biscuits
Aren't these the cutest? The author promises that they are the flakiest, fluffiest, and buttery biscuits you have 
have eaten.
Aberdeen Kitchen

Bourbon Vanilla Cranberry Sauce
 You might be thinking by now that I have a thing for bourbon. Well, I do like it, and I especially love what does to food. This recipe sounds crazy good. 

How Sweet Eats

Thomas Keller's Ciabatta and Sausage Stuffing
From his Bouchon Bistro in Nappa, Saveur shares this rustic but delicious recipe. In my opinion, the type of fresh bread one uses is key to the texture and taste of a good dressing. I use three kinds, but now I will add Ciabatta into the mix. Yum!
Saveur

Cauliflower Cheese Gratin With Leeks
Creamy and delicious. Who could pass this dish without taking a deep dive? The leeks add texture and an unique flavor element.
Delicious Magazine

Pumpkin Walnut Sage Risotto
{ Gluten Free }
A super creative and easy addition to your Thanksgiving feast. Your veggie loving friends and GF watchers, will love you for this. It just screams Autumn.
Heather Christo

Cranberry Sauce With Dried Apricots

Remember when a special dinner always had at least one jello mold? I haven't made one in maybe 25 years. But why not this Thanksgiving?  This has a sophisticated look and taste with fresh ginger, red wine vinegar and more.

My Recipes

Roasted Brussel Sprouts With Balsamic Dried Cranberries
This is the only green dish my family absolutely needs on Thanksgiving. I highly recommend this combination of flavors. And aren't they the prettiest brussel sprouts you ever saw?
Mrs. Happy Homemaker

Rosemary Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes
The one way that I have not prepared sweet potatoes is mashing them. But it sounds great, and oh what an appealing color! This recipe features, grated parm, pure maple syrup, cayenne pepper, and of course, rosemary. I think it is a winner.
Good Housekeeping

5 Ingredient Pomegranate Glazed Carrots With Whipped Goat Cheese
This healthy dish will brighten up any dinner spread. In Chicago you can get the rainbow carrots at Eatily.
Dishing Out Health

Sausage Cranberry Brioche Stuffing
Add pears and you have a symphony of flavors! And the buttery brioche puts this recipe at the top of the class.
Suburban Soapbox

Garlic Parmesan Duchess Potatoes
Feeling fancy? This style of potato always feels elevated. You get the unique design with the help of a pastry bag. I have not made these before, but I now want to.
Cooking Classy

Brown Sugar & Pineapple Roasted Acorn Squash

What a show stopping  recipe! The pomegranate adds tartness  to the dish, and the brown sugar and pineapple add the sweet. Something different, right?
Half Baked Harvest

Cranberry Orange Loaf With Sage and Candied Orange Peel
I am not opposed to featuring a little sweet and savory on the Thanksgiving table, especially when it is this pretty. The sage and cranberries are oh so seasonal, too.
The Lemon Apron

Sweet Potato Phyllo Casserole
Here's your bread course and veggie all in one dish. "Sweet, but not dessert like sweet. Buttery and cinnamony, with hints of bourbon, crunchy sage pecans, and extra flaky phyllo. " Perfect!
Half Baked Harvest

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