Sparkle Through The Holidays With Brilliant Accessories

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Sometimes we need a little more than our own sparkling personalities to get through a day. The Holidays call for pulling out all of the stops and accessories. Even if you are just shopping your closet for holiday parties, finish your looks with these sparkling accessories.

HERE: 13 Ways To Sparkle 

Black Tassel Earrings

Owning a pair almost just like this, take it from me, these will light up your face with sparkling style. The length of the tassels are everything!
Boston Proper

Stone Column Ostrich Feather Belt
With this belt, your crisp white shirt and black pants, you can go anywhere. The stones are shiny and the feathers fanciful. A match made in holiday heaven.
BCBGMAXAZRIA

Kobi Halperin x Erte Crystal-Trimmed Knit Hat

Cozy chic. Sparkle while you shop for your holiday tree, take a Winter's walk, or travel to your next Holiday party. Love this as a fun gift for the right girl.

Neiman Marcus

Michael Kors Smart Watch
The Sofie combines glamour with next generation technology. Now you can stay up on your social media while you are out being social!
Michael Kors

Gucci Princetown Crystal Bow Mule 

Some of the holidays best bling comes from Gucci this season. These furry finds are perfect for holiday hosting at home.
My Theresa

Elizabeth Cole Sparkling Earrings

Sparkling, festive Elizabeth Cole earrings offer all the delight of holiday ornaments. 
Shopbop

Embellished Fingerless Gloves
Crystals and pearls pair perfectly on these sporty glam gloves. Less than $50
Evaro Italia 

Jourdan Metallic Boot

LK Bennet transform cocktail hour with these glistening Jourdan ankle boots. I am loving the unexpected color of loganberry. Wear the rich shade with black, grey and even white for fun. At LK Bennet take 30% off any Party Shoe with Code: CELEBRATE30

LK Bennet  and Saks Fifth Avenue

Rhinestone Clip
No time for a blow out? You will not have a bad hair day with this statement clip in your arsenal. Makes a great stocking stuffer, too.
Free People

Sparkle Tights
You'll have to click the link and enlarge the photo to see these sparklers up front and personal.  With 80 sparkling Swarovksi® crystals applied by hand, these sexy stockings will have all eyes on you.
Wolford Shop

Sydney Evan Jewelry

When it comes to Sydney Evan jewelry, more is more. There's nothing like a stylish stack to take your LBD or LWD to the next level.
Neiman Marcus

Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow
For eyes with a real "wow" factor, enter this new shadow from Stila. All colors are pretty but the newest shade, Wanderlust is beyond beautiful. It is a sheer gold with pink sparkle. Give this one a wink and a nod.
Stila Cosmetics 

Lirika Matoshi Embellished Glove
A special night deserves a finishing touch. These gloves are just that. They have been handmade in New York City, and make a shining statement.
Free People

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Cyber Chic: Holiday Style Steals

The Personalized Holiday Gift Guide

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Make your mark this holiday season, with a monogram gift selected just for them. Not only is it a thoughtful idea, the gift becomes a keepsake if you select carefully. Gifting should be a personal thing, and the monogram or name you add makes the gift uniquely their own. Now is the time to get your orders in. Cutoff dates are quickly approaching. Scroll down for inspiration from A - Z.

HERE: 16 Letter Perfect Presents

Plaza Letter Necklace
A very special collection of initials made from a bronze cast letter in the original font from New York's Plaza Hotel. Choose a brass, velvet, or pearl chain.  
Lulu Frost

Laurel Wreath Monogram Sticker
These monograms are a great way to personalize your car, laptop, notebooks, planners, agendas, cups, mugs, and anything with a flat, hard surface. A fun little gift. In fact you will love everything at 
Monogram Darling   

Custom Address Stamps
A very thoughtful gift for someone changing their name or address.  Now 25% off and available in a great selection of styles.
Paper Source 

Power Up Lightning to USB Tassel Key Chain
Form and function. Now the tech obsessed can power up with style. A chic and very cute multi-functional piece will go anywhere, anytime. This is an iPhone lightning input, as well as a USB – Anyone can charge their phone right in their bag. Monogrammed for free.
 Mark & Graham

Monogram Patch Pocket Denim Jacket

Cat calls are so annoying. Now one can be called by name with the Goldsign Jacket. Your giftee will have to wait for it, but it will be well worth the wait.

Moda Operandi   

Personalized Necklaces

A modern mix of personalized pieces just for her. It is a good place to look if shopping on a budget. These styles start as just $10. 

Baublebar

Save 25% with Code: GIFT25 Ends 12/8

Acacia Stacked Storage Square

Give him the gift of handsome storage. A laser-engraved monogram makes it his.

Mark & Graham

 Pompom Beanie

Pom pom perfect! For girls who just want to have fun. A matching scarf is also available.

Chasing Fireflies

Personalized Journals
Chic and ever so giftable. I love these nifty notebooks. At only $12 each, they make terrific teachers gifts. Who wouldn't use one of these?
Mod Party

Personalized Toddler Sleeping Bag
Order this cute Candy Bow Sleeping Bag by December 5th. The little girl on your list will have sweet dreams in this beauty of a bag.
The Land Of Nod

Custom UGG'S

Old school is still cool, especially if they are custom made just for you (or them). Find 5 styles, 4 ways to monogram and countless color combos at

Neiman Marcus

Carlo File Folders

This gift makes the perfect presentation - literally. Available in 12 color combinations. Personalize it with a phrase or monogram.

Graphic Image

Modern Letterpress Stationery

Emails are great, but a handwritten note will always be remembered. Every man should have his own paper.  A chic collection for the minimalist. Order by December 15th.

Seaborn Press

Slate Cheese Tray

Perfect for your holiday host or anyone that entertains at home.

AHAlife

Moon and Lola Key Chains

From monograms, initials, and cheeky phrases, these are just so much fun! 

Swoozies

Space Nod Chair

Every child needs a space of their own. The space print is out of this world but also available in 15 fun fabrics.

The Land Of Nod

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Saturdays At Shop This: Deck The Halls

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I wish that I could say the above room is my own. Truth is not a stocking or ornament is hung yet, but we all need goals, right? Many of you are most likely decking your own halls this weekend. Have a good time and get some inspiration here today.

Speaking of decking the halls........the Bergdorf Goodman 5th Avenue windows are always a holiday highlight for me. I missed them this year at Thanksgiving. The theme for the season is "To New York With Love," celebrating the city's appreciation for the visual arts, history, music, film and more. Click HERE to take a peek.
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If you are trying to create a modern holiday look at home, look no further than CB2. Think disco and metallic trees, matte gold paper, black and white ornaments and more. Best yet, it is all so very affordable.

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This Etsy shop, Bonnie Kaye Studio, creates screen printed home textiles and wrapping papers to encourage a lifestyle of dining in and gifting to others. Her creations are simple yet sensational. Take a look.

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In case you missed it, here's some of my favorite holiday decor in the post Your Holiday Home. That Pom Pom Ribbon is still my fave.

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Don't forget to deck yourself out for the season. Neiman Marcus has over 700 evening looks marked down by up to 40%. 

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Decking the halls for your holiday party? Don't forget the cocktails. Now you can sip in style with these eight Winter Cocktails to enjoy now.
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Celebrating Hanukkah or gifting someone who does? This "Thinking Out of the Box" magnetic Menorah is the cutest thing ever.
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A Chinoiserie Christmas: This ornament from Designs By Laurel Leigh makes a beautiful hostess gift for someone with a traditional or blue and white decor.
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For some of us, decking the halls also includes readying the guest room. Serena & Lily is offering up to 30% off all Bedding, Throws, PJ'S & Robes.  And here are some of my favorite Guest Room Provisions.
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Don't miss Terrain's Winter Shop at Anthropologie. It is chock full of fanciful holiday finds like the most perfect faux Noble Fir Trees, A Stargazer Cascade of Lights, Boxwood Mini Wreaths, Edible Rose Petals and more.
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Can you believe it is December already? The hours and days are ticking on the holiday clock, but let's make it a December to remember. Don't get too busy to appreciate every magical moment.  Have a beautiful weekend, my friends! 

XOXOX
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Holiday Baking ~ Recipes & Gifts For Bakers

Oh the memories of Christmas at my Mother's! We all couldn't wait to run down the stairs, where she kept her many tins of cookies. I think the poor girl would bake every day during the month of December. She had to, we ate all of her goodies before she could wrap them as gifts. Then there were the Coconut Cakes and yes, Fruit Cakes. I loved them all. This post is for any of you that enjoy baking, has a baker on their list, or just loves a sweet treat.

HERE: 21 Sweet Treats & Gifts

Christmas Thyme Cookies
A modern take on a classic butter cookie. They are taken to another level with tart lemon and fragrant thyme. Sounds like a cookie made in heaven! And don't you just love the title?
BHG

Peppermint Red Velvet Cake

Now this is Christmas on a platter to me. This bright red cake is topped with white chocolate butter cream.

The Cake Blog  

Mint, Pink, & Gold Macarons

{Gluten Free}

These are certainly #ChristmasCookieGoals. This is an unusual link for me. The link doesn't take you to the recipe at first, it tells a story about just how much of a pain making macarons can be. Then once you are challenged, it links you up to a recipe. I just thought they were way to pretty not to include in this roundup.

Paint The Gown Red

Eggnog Sugar Cookies

Eggnog fans like myself, are going to go crazy over these easy holiday bites. And that frosting? It also features eggnog and cream cheese. Yum!

Creme De La Crumb 

Personalized Cake Pan

I don't have one of these. Do you?

Silver n Geauxld

Star Mint Meringues

Cool, sweet, melt in your mouth treats. I wish that I wasn't so intimidated by a piping bag!

BHG 

Gingerbread Cake and Cupcakes With Caramel Cream Cheese Buttercream
This recipe had me at that frosting! Could a cake or cupcake be any cuter?
Half Baked Harvest 

Children's Enamel Bakeware Set
Made especially for children, this set is stackable, lightweight, and can be used on the stovetop or in the oven. Trust me, this set will bake someone happy!
Food52 

Peppermint Mocha Cookies
"These Soft & Chewy Cookies balance the Rich, Deep flavors of Chocolate and Coffee with a Cool hit of Icy Peppermint!" Enough said.
Baking A Moment

Holiday Cupcakes
Said to be sweet but not overly so, these fancy little cakes are golden! You can find the dressy scalloped wrappers at Pelemele and the glitter antlers HERE
Bakers Royale  

White and Gold Canisters
Hide and chic. Any baker knows that at this time of year, they need their pantry provisions close at hand. These create a modern mix that is countertop chic!
CB2 

Pastel Cinnamon Sugar Cookie Trees

Well, aren't these the prettiest little cookies that you ever did see? The combination of the cinnamon, butter and a little salt makes these cookies something special. From
Bake at 350 

Nordic Ware Cookie Stamps 
The baker in your life will give this set of three their stamp of approval! These will fast become a family heirloom, and will last forever.
Food52  

Personalized Apron
Let's face it, baking is messy, at least mine is! These clever aprons come in every color under the sun. They will be personalized with your choice of words.
Rocket and Fox

Gingerbread Scones

Doing a Holiday Tea or Brunch? Serve these. Said to be delicately flavored, so you won't feel like you are eating one big Christmas cookie.

 Sprinkle Bakes  

Christmas Donuts
I could eat a donut any time of day or night, and on any holiday. These are especially nice for Christmas morning. Besides, I hear that Santa likes donuts better than cookies. Bake these in your own oven. The kids will just love sprinkling the sprinkles.
What's Gabby Cooking

Chocolate-Almond Meringues
{ Gluten Free }

A tempting treat for those keeping a gluten free diet or not. By the way, if you haven't tried making meringues, they are super easy. Just be sure to carve out a good chunk of baking time.

Good Housekeeping  

Baking Custom Rubber Stamp
Each stamp is personalized with the name of your favorite baker, and designed with a lot of love! Such an unique gift.
Substation Paperie 

Candy Cane Brownie Cookies

I call this recipe semi-homemade. You start with a brownie mix for the cookies. Then top them with a white chocolate peppermint frosting that comes together quickly with the help of some Hershey Kisses.  If you aren't really a baker, this recipe is for you!

The Cake Blog

Fish's Eddy Gilded Petit Four Stand

From the iconic NYC home store, this tiered stand was inspired by old hotel serverware. It's a bit Chanel-ish to me, and that is a good thing!

West Elm

Cookie Decorating How To's

Works of edible art like these cookies can be mastered at home, if you have the right tools. WS gives us a step by step tutorial on baking our own creations.
Williams Sonoma

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Foodie Friday: Holiday Baking ~ Recipes & Gifts For Bakers