Monthly Archives: December 2019

Holiday Gift Guide: White Elephant Gift Exchange

un white elephant gift ideas | gift exchange party | Houston Blogger Lady in Violet

A few years ago, I created a gift guide filled with fun and quirky white elephant gift ideas. It’s still one of my popular guides, so I figured it was time to create a new updated version.  I love finding the ideas for this one!

Below is a reminder on what I look for when choosing the perfect white elephant gift –
One-  a gift that you know everyone will want to steal
Two –  that gift you open and kinda really don’t know what to think, but then it totally grows on you and then gets stolen in the exchange by everyone
Three – That totally random gift that you know someone at the party will LOVE!!
Four – Anything Booze related, especially wine related!
Five – Something Quirky and cute, but also useful.

I think about the party and who will be in attendance.  A family party verse friends, day event vs. evening.  Hopefully, these ideas will help you find the perfect fun and quirky gift idea for your gift exchange party.

WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT IDEAS

November Reader Favorites + Cyber Monday Sales

november reader favorites | fall outfit | affordable fashion blogger Lady in Violet

Happy December! Anyone else feel like this one snuck up on us?  I think because Thanksgiving was later in November this year, December feels like it is starting early.  Personally, I love December and the Christmas season! The decorations, the gatherings with friends and family, and all the chances to dress up!  I can not wait to get this holiday season started!

But first, a quick look back at your November favorites including holiday looks and cozy favorites. It looks like we are all getting ready for a festive and cozy holiday season!  After your favorites, I am also sharing a few Cyber Monday sales going on today. Be sure to check it out if you still have some gift or personal shopping left.  I also included the items previously seen here on the blog.

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and a fabulous December holiday season. Now, get scrolling to see if your November favorite made the list.

casual fall outfit | dark rose long sleeve top | short gold necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

wrap top | original post

fall outfit | black sheer sleeve top | gold earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

metallic detail top | original post

flared bootcut jeans for short height | black crossbody bag | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

bootcut jeans | original post

thanksgiving outfit | comfy brown sweater | tortoise statement earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

c/o bow back sweater | original post

fall outfit | gray oversized sweater | brown and gray color combo | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

gray sweater | original post

Cyber Monday Sales

Don’t forget to double check all promo codes when shopping the sales!

Anthropologie – 30% off sitewide & extra 50% off sale
Asos – 30% off everything with code BIG30
Banana Republic – 50% off sitewide
Baublebar – 35% off everything
The Body Shop – 40% off sitewide (I love their Body Butters)
CHICWISH – 25% off with code BLK25

Colleen Rothschild –  30% off your favorite skincare, hair & body products. Use code CM2019
DSW
– 30% off everything with code BCCYBER
Express – 50% off everything
Gap – 50% off everything
Gigi New York (Handbags) – 30% off sitewide + extra 10% off $450
Kendra Scott – 25% off site wide
Loft – 50% off your purchase with code CYBER
Lululemon
Special Cyber Monday Markdowns
Macy’s – 
Receive an extra 20% off, plus free shipping at $25. Use code CYBER

Madewell
– 30% off your purchase. Use code YAYINTERNET
Nordstrom
Price Matches sales + special markdowns