Back To School Etsy Style

           
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The classroom is calling. Though some schools are already in session, many won't go back until after Labor Day. So there is still time to stock up on supplies and surprises for the kiddos in your life. This round up of 21 "so cool for school" items are different from the rest, and make great gifts. Any one of them will score top grades for style.

Embroidered Backpack
Is there a little boy that doesn't love dinosaurs? I think not.  Adorable, and on sale.

Personalized Folders
Choose from 14 fun designs for any interest - girls or boys. They are glossy and just so good for gifting. 

Assignments & Responsibilities Notebook

Love the word responsibilities for even the youngest students. It is always good to be organized and responsible.

Personalized Pencils For Lefties and Righties

Well this is a thoughtful gift.  Pick the colors you think they might like {Neon, Pastels, Brights, or Classic} chose their hand predominance. and add a name or phrase. Now on sale.

Custom Letter Pencil Bag

Letter perfect for teens and pre-teens. Now on sale for 50% off.

Customizable Backpack
Made of canvas with iron on patches that your student will just love designing on their own. Perfect for artistic pre-teens.

Rainbow Encouragement Cards

If your student is anxious about school, a note from you in their lunch bag may make their day easier. Even if anxiety isn't part of the picture, a message from Mom or Dad will induce smiles.

3 Personalized Erasers

I bet they don't have any of these. A cute little gift for $7.50.

Play Date Calling Cards
Play dates are a very important part of the lower school experience. Leaving it to the little ones to make the arrangements, is not a good idea. Send your kid off to school with a card or two, to get the party started. 

Personalized Kids Tote Bag

A great little gift for any young student. Also really cute in the child's room to toys, stuffed animals, socks, legos, etc. At $7.14 you might consider these bags as birthday party gift bags.

Personalized Binder Cover Insert

First things first. This is a custom made digital download. This means it is custom designed with the name you desire and the grade of the student. It does not include the binder, and you print it at home. How fun!

Zippered Pencil or Makeup Case
Any teenage girl or teacher would love this organic cotton case. Ships from  France with a nominal fee.

Insulated & Personalized Lunch Box 

This bag offers a style to please even the pickiest eater. Think, mermaid, dino, space and many more. Ships for free. 

Personalized Wooden Art Box Set

Inside this fun art box are 63 art products including crayons, markers, pastels, paint, paintbrush and more. It comes in six primary colors. Under $50, so it is a great gift. Ships from the UK so perfect for my friends in England. (but they do deliver to the US )

Swifty Style

These Taylor Swift themed supplies will score big with the swifty student in your life.

Top Left: Backpack

Top Right: Taylor Swift Key Chain

Bottom Right: Taylor Swift Planner

Taylor Swift Personalized Pouch

Personalized Art Pads

For your budding Picasso's. There's also a hearts and flowers style. A cute gift for $10.

Wink Face Backpack

This backpack oozes happiness and positivity. And why not send them off with that vibe? It has a water bottle pocket, four comparments, and one is padded for a laptop or tablet. A cute choice for a pre-teen or teenage girl. P.S. There's a matching lunch box, too.

Personalized Large Notebook Set

They won't lose these! This set of two will be used on the daily. They make wonderful birthday gifts, too. The set is on sale for under $20.

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Tops You Can Wear Now & Later

It is a bit tricky to know what to wear in late August and September. By now you are tired of your summer clothes, but it is too warm to jump into your fall things. I say dress for the weather. During these transition days, it is all about the fabric. Cotton, silk, or cashmere is the way to go.  These tops are just perfect for whatever you have on your agenda.

The Everything Shirt

I do think that this shirt just might be "everything" you have ever hoped for in a basic shirt. It has length, it's oversized but not overwhelming. The sleeve is extra long, but very fashion forward. It comes in six chic shades, and is 100% cotton. Perfect!

Sold Out NYC

Reagan Drop Sleeve Sweater. 

I really love my Varely tops. This is 100% cotton. It can be as warm or cool as you want it to be. Add a long sleeve tee for added warmth later in the year. When zipped that collar frames the face is is quite dramatic.

Varley

A.W.A.K.E Mode Off The Shoulder Top

For a dressy look....enter this chic crepe top. This is a pre-order that can be worn with so many things.

Moda Operandi

Helmat Lang Apex Shrug Sweater

Helmet Lang's tops always have something unique about them. In this instance it is a very clever two piece sweater set. The shrug snaps off for when you want to go sleeveless. The weight is said to be lightweight and is made from a wool and silk blend. 

Helmet Lang     Shopbop

Chambray Long Sleeve Blouse

Done in a chic chambray cotton, this is the blouse to wear all year long. For August wear it open with a must have tank. It works well tucked in or out. The balloon sleeves and feminine ruffles make it a standout.

Me & Em

Cynthia Rowley Capelet Top

Oh I love this! It's all cotton so it is appropriate for a summer evening in the 60's, or a crisp and cool fall day. It's really a sweatshirt that's dressed up a bit.

Cynthia Rowley 

Cashmere Marled Mesh Crewneck

An air conditioned sweater! Just what we need in August. Crafted from airspun cashmere with an open stitch. As the weather cools, just add a long sleeve base underneath. Also available in two bright shades.

White & Warren

We The Free Wonderful Pullover
I love a cozy sweatshirt. Think evenings by the fire pit, dog walking, or just being cozy at home. 

Free People

Cotton cashmere long sleeve tee

A terrific tee shirt to wear with everything. It's 30% cashmere and 70% cotton.  Also acvailable in black and white. Perfection!

Rails

Carroline Peasant Blouse
Love this look for day or night. It's 30% silk and 70% cotton. Throw on a cashmere wrap when the seasons change.

AG Jeans

Feather Easton Blouse
I am a huge fan of feathers, so this blouse caught my eye. Even though it is polyester, it was too fun not to include in this edit.
Tuckernuck

Crew Neck Layering Shirt
I may have saved the best for last. This shirt is so clever and chic. It is made to be layered under vests and jackets, but I love it just as you see it. The button cuffs are everything. It's made from a soft cotton jersey.

Me & Em

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Summer Fridays At Shop This

With this "Hurricane Debby Girl" flying around the country, The Hudson Valley has been pretty dreary this week. So here's the weekend wrap up in color again. Can one ever have too much color? Scroll down for some of my fave links of the week.

Les Mains Hermes Nail Polish

Have you tried their polish yet? At over $50 a bottle, I am trying to resist, but the colors are so fabulous! Ships for free from Nordstrom

Found the most beautiful blouse of summer: The Magda Pleated Blouse by Reiss. It's nicely reduced with just the very best sleeves. Available in the faintest pink and lightest blue.

Shop the Dermstore Anniversary Sale where you can save up to 25% on brands you love like Augustus Bader (25%) Kate Somerville (25%) Tarte Cosmetics (25%)  RMS Beauty (25%) StriVectin (25%) Peter Thomas Roth (25%) and many more!

Use Code: CHEERS

Chic Chicklets from Roxanne Assoulin. I featured her Focus Bracelets this week in the Girls Gift Edit. I just find her line so vibrant and fun. Thought you might want to see more. 

The Perfect Black Pant: I think I found it. Town & Country Magazine stated that Vince's Bias Cut Satin Pant in shades of beige, was what all of the editors were wearing this summer. They have a fabulous pull on hidden waist band and a flat front. With a pair of heels and a good shirt, they could look quite dressy. or paired with a flat and a sweater, chicly casual. I think I need them.

Bergdorf Goodman will ship them for free.

Have you heard of a Scandle? They are large orange or lemon candles, that are super life like. Their scents smell oranges and lemons, too, thanks to essential oils.  At $26 they would look great on a table as decor or gifts. Darling! They ship for free.

What's Gabby Cooking? If you ever googled a recipe, chances are you have come across food blogger and cookbook author, Gaby Dalkin's, website. She has created for Crate & Barrel a collection of kitchen staples, entertainment must-haves, and luxe tableware. It's all both earthy and minimalist at the same time. Worth a click.

Whip up a pitcher of Mimosas or gift your host or hostess with this simple but sophisticated jug by Ichendorf. Also available with a green handle. Perfectly priced for gifting at $40. Bergdorf Goodman will ship it for free in the US. 

The Best Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free Cooking Swaps for Butter, Cream, Eggs, and Flour. Lets face it, we love gluten. But it really is not healthy for anyone. These cooking swaps are so good, that you won't miss it at all.

A Stitch In Time: Start Stitching With Beginner Embroidery Kits at Etsy. You will find fun florals, cute couples, stylish skyscapes and more.  A delightful gift.

A Maxi Sweatshirt? Yes, there is such a thing, and it's new at Free People. I would call this the perfect lounging look. The fabrication is cotton, it has pockets, and the best full sleeves. Love!

Shades of colors to come. These styles are from the Oscar de la Renta Pre- Spring 2025 Collection. I want that sweater now, please! Watch the show HERE It's all so fabulous!

Have a Beautiful Weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

7 Stylish Summer Sales To Shop

While you and I are out soaking up the sun (or rain) of summer, there are a few stylish sales going on, that are worth shopping. But don't worry, you don't have to go in to shop. Just grab your device and follow these links!

ALLMODERN

Shop the best in modern decor now on sale. Good to know ~ furniture over $35 ships for free.

Baublebar

Save 25% sitewide and 20% on Custom Bracelets.

Ends this weekend.

Bergdorf Goodman

Shop the huge designer sale and take an Extra 20% off sale items from Manolo Blahnik, Jason Wu, Cinq a Sept and more.  Sale ends August 10th at 10 PM Central.

Bloomingdale's

Buy More. Save More. Save $50 on orders of $200 - $399. Save $100 on orders $400 - $749, and Save $200 on orders of $750+ Sale ends August 11th.

AND....take $25 off every $200 you spend on almost all be beauty products. I could do this easily!

Mignonne Gavigan

Love her earrings! This is a good opportunity to own a piece that is carried at the likes of Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus. Take an Extra 50% off all sale styles. Use Code: EXTRA50. For example, these earrings were $150. Marked down to $105. Then take an Extra 50% off! 

R + Co Hair Products

30% off Sitewide

A game-changing line of products created by top stylists that celebrates the culture of hairdressing.

They have a product for every hair concern. I am obsessed with their Balloon Dry Volume Spray and all of their Biotin Thickening hair line. It takes my hair from flat to fluffy in an instant.

Saks Off 5th

Save up to 80% on Alice + Olivia, Helmet Lang, and more, Plus their jewelry event is on. One can always find a beautiful bargain here.

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Gifts For Girlfriends

{ Via: Tiffany LaBelle }

We girls take our friendships seriously, and we love to show affection towards our gal pals.  There is always something to celebrate, and always a reason to treat a friend. This round up of 14 great girfriend gifts covers all types of friends. There is something for the chic corresponder, the haute hostess, your stylish sister and bubbly bestie. So get gifting!

Eatable Top Shelf Trio
Here's your next party trick or gift for the Netflix obsessed. Now who wouldn't get a kick out of Rosé, Salt & Tequila & Whiskey infused popcorn? These beautifully boozy bags are artisan made, and just too much fun. Guys will love it, too. $34
Amazon

The Cha Cha Bracelet

Fun and vibrant for the girl who loves a pop of color. They make me want to dance. Pick her fave shade. Oh and she most likely doen't have one. They are new! $35 each.

BuDha Girl

Marble Hard Cover Notebook
Don't you love a good looking notebook? So does your note taking friend. This book of 75 pages comes in three colors and is just $18.

Fete Paperie

Brunch Lady Bar Tray

Forget the lunch lady, brunch is where it's at in 2024. Here's a perfect hostess gift for any girl who loves brunch or serves it. $25

Amazon

Dior Addict Lipstick Case

Dior Addict has a cult following. So you will know if your girlfriend is among the many followers. This case is limited edition and quite couture. It's designed to hold a Dior Addict Lipstick Refill (sold separately.) This case is $32. The Lipstick Refills come in 27 shades and are $37.

Tortoise Tool Kit

A sophisticated set for "curlies, coilies, and tight textures." $53

Pattern Beauty

The Laundress Wool & Cashmere Shampoo

Turns out that our Moms were wrong about Woolite. This cashmere shampoo promises not to hurt your fabric. It's very lightly perfumed with a  delicate scent. Think bergamot, pine, nutmeg, and lemon. Not only will your friend love how her sweaters smell, she will thank you daily for the money saved on dry cleaning. $22

The Laundress

Lafco New York Discovery Trio

One of my fave little gifts from one of the best candle makers. You get to sample three scents in travel tins that you select for your friend. It's fun, and the candles are long lasting, too. While you are at it, get one for yourself. $20 and anyone would love this. Along with this being a great gift, you get $20 off your next order! 

Lafco New York

Stoney Clover Belt Bag

 A fashion forward necessity. It's perfect for hands free adventures. Available in 20 colors with gold hardware. I want one! $98

Stoney Clover

PS. If this is over your gift budget, try Lululemon's Belt Bag. It comes in almost as many colors, and has a cult celebrity following. The Everywhere Bag from $29 - $68

Love Count: Stackable Heart Rings

Let her know that she will always be in your heart. Pinky swear. $78

Sarah Chloe Jewelry

Peter Thomas Roth Facial Masks

Give her a spa day at home. I love these masks! Each one provides a nourishing treatment for the complexion. $29.98 It's on sale!

QVC

Lucky Charms Notecard Set
For the girl who always pens a note with panache. A stylish set for sending love and luck. There's a four leaf clover, evil eye, horse shoes, ladybug and dice. It's fine stationery $80

Dear Annabelle

Bespoke Embroidered Cosmetics Pouch

This made to order pouch is not only pretty but practical. It's crafted from cotton with a wipable interior. The tassle is the finishing touch. Pick a name or monogram for $59.

Mark and Graham

Roxanne Assoulin's Focus Bracelet Bunch

Roxanne Assoulin's jewelry has been seen everywhere on everyone. Many are great fun. This style is a perfect pick for the friend going through something - illness - treatment - loss. It's a little reminder to focus on the future and the positive. Priced from $85 - $150

Roxanne Assoulin and Shopbop

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