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Cozy & Chic Holiday Outfit + BLACK FRIDAY SALES!
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BP Textured Pullover Sweater | EXPRESS Scuba Leggings *ON SALE UNDER $25 | STEVE MADDEN Proto Heels [ON SALE HERE | Here for $50] | CLARE V Foldover Clutch | KENDRA SCOTT Rayne Necklace, Logan Earrings** (15% off here & here with code SAVE15)| HOUSE OF HARLOW Shakti Bracelet** | STELLA & DOT Pave Chevron Ring | BAUBLEBAR Crystal Mason Ring (30% off with code THX) | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses (30% off) | MAC Lipstick in Faux | ESSIE Nail Polish in Sole Mate
** c/o Rocksbox Jewelry Subscription – Try it for FREE for one month with code KARENROCKXOXO
I hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving!! After morning puppy cuddles and coffee, I watched the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade because my college (SFA) was marching in it, and then headed off to my Grandma’s house for dinner. I LOVE her dressing (or stuffing) and could eat just that and be happy! With Thanksgiving over, it is time to start preparing my holiday party outfits. I love a cozy and chic holiday outfit for parties. One of my favorite things about leather leggings is that they give an instant chic factor to any look. I can toss them on with an oversized sweater and instantly look a little glammed up. This may be one of my favorite sweater purchases so far this season. It is slightly oversized and long, so perfect to pair with leggings, but also so soft and cozy. It comes in a few other colors, and I am seriously considering going back for another one. This is definitely a lounge around the house all day kind of sweater, but it also looks super cute to head out to a party in with the right ensemble. I added some nude pumps and sparkly jewelry to create the perfect look for a semi-casual holiday party.
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Now for the best part of this post, I don’t know maybe second best because I really love this outfit, THE BLACK FRIDAY SALES are here! I have rounded up some of the best deals for you and shared some of my favorite picks from a few of the sales. I also tried to list some of the items I own that you have seen on the blog in case you have eyed them in a previous post. I’m going to update throughout the day as I find new sales, but now I am off to get my Christmas shopping on!! Don’t forget to enter the code listed to receive discount and check for any brand or product exclusions.
BLACK FRIDAY SALES
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KENDRA SCOTT
15% off sitewide with code SALE15 + FREE SHIPPING
NORDSTROM
MAJOR MARKDOWNS – 50% off select styles, extra 25% already reduced items, and price matching + FREE SHIPPING
SHOPBOP
Buy More, Save More from 15-25% off with code GOBIG15 + FREE SHIPPING
BAUBLEBAR
30% off with code THX + Free Shipping
HENRI BENDEL
Buy More, Save More from 25-30% off + FREE SHIPPING
More Black Friday Sales
ACCESSORY CONCIERGE – 30% off sitewide with code THANKFUL
AG JEANS – 30% off sitewide with code AGTHIRTY + Free Shipping
AMAZON – 30% off select clothing , shoes, accessories, jewelry, and watches with code 30BLACKFRI
ANN TAYLOR – 50% off sitewide with code CELEBRATE
ANTHROPOLOGIE – 25% off sitewide with code SHOPTOIT
ASOS – 30% off everything with code BLESSED
ATHLETA – 20% off sitewide with code WORKIT
BANANA REPUBLIC – 40% off sitewide and 50% off sweaters with code BRFRIDAY (Own this & this)
BLUEFLY – Up to 80% off select styles
CHARM & CHAIN – 30% off sitewide with code GAMEON + Free Shipping (Own Mika Necklace)
CHICWISH – Sitewide 15% off + Extra 20% off $250 purchase with code BLK20
COLE HAAN – 30% off sitewide + Free Shipping
COORDINATES COLLECTION – 30% off sitewide
DL1961 – 30% off full-priced items with code DLBLACK (Own Black Skinny Jeans)
DOLCE VITA – Extra 20% off sale with code BLACK20
DRESS BARN – 20% off full-priced items with code GIFTING
ELAINE TURNER – 30% off sitewide with code PINKFRIDAY + Free Shipping
EXPRESS – 50% off everything (ends at noon ) + Free Shipping (Own Plaid, Sweater, Leggings)
GAP – 50-70% off everything
GOODNIGHT MACAROON – 50% off sitewide with code blackfriday2015
GORJANA – 40% off select styles with code STUFFED + Free Shipping
H&M – Deals starting at $4.99! (Free Shipping on Orders over $50, code on website)
J.CREW – 30% off everything and 40% off sale items with code HOLIDAY (Own top & Sweater)
JENNY BIRD – 30% off sitewide
JOE’S JEANS – 30% off sitewide + Free Shipping
KATE SPADE – Suprise Sale up to 75% off select styles
KENNETH COLE – 50% off sitewide + Free Shipping
LOFT – 40% off sitewide with code BF40 (Own skirt & pants)
LOREN HOPE – 20% off with code THANKFULLY + Free Shipping
LUCKY BRAND – 50% off everything + Free Shipping
MACY’S – Extra 25% off clearance Designer Handbags, 50% off select Juniors clothing, 60% off select Women’s Coats, 50% off Women’s Sweaters
MADEWELL – 25% off sitewide with code CALMDOWN + Free Shipping
MODCLOTH – Up to 40% off Select Styles
NASTY GAL – 30% off sale, 30% off select black styles
NIEMAN MARCUS – take 20% off sale items for up to 50% off online + Free Shipping
NICOLE MILLER – 25% off outerwear
OLD NAVY – 40% off everything, 50-60% off select styles (Own plaid & vest)
PAIGE DENIM – 20% off full-prices items with code CYBER20 + Free Shipping (Own These!)
RAG & BONE – 25% off sitewide with code BF25 + 2 day shipping
REBECCA MINKOFF – 25% off all orders + Free Shipping
REBECCA TAYLOR – Extra 30% off sale with code THANKFUL + Free Shipping
SAM EDELMAN – 30% off sitewide with code SAMSGIVING + Free Shipping
SHOW ME YOUR MUMU – 40% off select style with code 40FORMU
SOLE SOCIETY – 30% off almost all shoes (Own Burgundy Heels)
STELLA & DOT – Extra 25% off sale itmes
STEVE MADDEN – 30% off with code FESTIVE + Free Shipping
TOBI – 50% off sitewide with code THANKFUL50
TORY BURCH – Spend $250, save 30% with code THANKS
URBAN OUTFITTERS – 30% OFF Sale, Select Sweaters $39, All Flannels $29 (Free Shipping over $50)
WANDERLUST + CO – 30% off sitewide with code FRIDAY30
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Winter Layers + Early Black Friday Sales
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JCREW Holly Sweater (30% off)| FOXCROFT Buffalo Check Shirt | HALOGEN Flared Skirt [SIMILAR] | CORSO COMO Geneva Boots [Also Here | WIDE-CALF] | HENRI BENDEL c/o No 7 Hobo (*30% off) | KENDRA SCOTT c/o Rae Necklace (15% off) | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle | SWELL CAROLINE c/o Signature Bracelet | GORJANA Chloe Studs | RAY-BAN Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in Faux | ESSIE Nail Polish in Sole Mate
Layering is a fall and winter staple for me! One of my favorite ways to layer is to pair short sweaters with longer tops. I love using some of my summer tops and tanks to get a few extra out of season wears from them. I also love to layer printed blouses under solid sweaters! I love to see the print peeking out at the bottom and at the end of the sleeves. You can also roll back the sleeves on the bottom shirt so more of the print shows. I paired the layered look with my black flared skirt. At last check it was sold out, so I also linked a similar version. This skirt is another closet staple for me that I wear year round! You may remember me talking about buying these boots a week or two ago. I have worn them a couple times and they are really comfortable! They have a slight padding in the bottom which was honestly weird when I first put my foot in, but I think it helps with the comfy factor. I have worn them with both dresses and jeans, and they are super cute with both! Don’t worry these will be all over the blog this winter, so you will see them styled different ways quite a bit! If you are still looking for some Thanksgiving outfit ideas, this look would definitely be a cute one!
The Black Friday sales have already started, so I listed a few noteworthy sales below. For my top three sales so far, I also listed a few of my top picks to help you navigate the sales a bit. I’m excited to have a short work day today, so that I can get home and start my Christmas shopping!! Don’t forget to check back Friday and Monday for a full round up of the best deals! Thanks for swinging by the blog today and Happy Thanksgiving!
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EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALES
SHOPBOP
Buy More Save More Sale – 15-20% off with code GOBIG15, plus FREE shipping
NORDSTROM
Up to 50% off Select Styles plus FREE shipping AND they are price matching!
HENRI BENDEL
Buy More Save More Sale – 20-30% off plus FREE shipping
Other Noteworthy Sales in Alphabetical Order
ASOS – Up to 60% off Select Styles
BANANA REPUBLIC – 40% off with code BRFRIENDS
CHARM & CHAIN – 30% off sitewide with code GAMEON + Free Shipping
DL1961 – 30% off full-priced items with code DLBLACK
DOLCE VITA – Extra 20% off sale with code BLACK20
ELAINE TURNER – 20% off sitewide with code EARLYBIRD + Free Shipping
EXPRESS – 50% off everything + Free Shipping
GAP – 50% off everything with code EARLY
J.CREW – 30% off everything and 40% off sale items with code HOLIDAY
JOE’S JEANS – 30% off sitewide + Free Shipping
KATE SPADE – Suprise Sale up to 75% off select styles
KENDRA SCOTT – 15% off everything with code SALE15 + Free Shipping
LOFT – 40% off sitewide with code TURKEYDAY, sale ends tonight at 6p ET
MACY’S – Extra 25% off clearance Designer Handbags, 50% off select Juniors clothing, 60% off select Women’s Coats, 50% off Women’s Sweaters
MADEWELL – 25% off sitewide with code CALMDOWN + Free Shipping
MODCLOTH – Up to 40% off Select Styles
OLD NAVY – 30% off or 40% off orders over $100 with code EARLYBIRD
REBECCA MINKOFF – 25% off all orders + Free Shipping
SHOW ME YOUR MUMU – 40% off select style with code 40FORMU
SOLE SOCIETY – 30% off select styles
TORY BURCH – Spend $250, save 30% with code THANKS
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Gift Guide Under $25
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MERONA Blanket Scarf | OLD NAVY Leopard Clutch | TARGET Statement Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Elephant Ring Tree | CC Knit Beanie | GIANI BERNINI Stud Earrings | NORDSTROM Textured Bangles (set of 6) | IMPULSE Travel Brush Kit (set of 5) | PETER THOMAS ROTH Mini Mask Magic Kit | KATE SPADE Travel Mug | FLEUR’T Nighty Night Eyemask | METROKANE Wine Tool Kit | CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY Card Game | CHARTER CLUB Ultra Plush Throw
It is hard to believe in just a few short days, my computer and I will be sitting down to tackle all the big sales and start crossing gifts off the Christmas list! This year, I am headed to a couple gift exchange parties with a $25 price limit. I don’t know why but I always struggle with gift ideas under 25 for some reason. I think because I always find that perfect item for like $30. I was a little surprised to find some of these items made the under $25 cut! I definitely have that mini mask kit on my wish list. I had a facial earlier this year, and I’m now super intrigued with different kinds of face masks. I also love the little elephant ring tree!! I have a similar one I purchased on vacation a few years ago. It sits on my nightstand and is the perfect functional/decorative item!
HOLIDAY SHOPPING TIP: Plan Ahead! Some stores are already advertising their Black Friday Sales!! The best way to tackle all the great deals that will happen this weekend is through planning and preparation. Make a list of all the people you plan to buy gifts for this season, maybe even list a few gift ideas for each one. Also, I love to use this time to snag a few discounted items for myself, so make a list of any items you hope to find on sale. These lists will help you stay on track while navigating Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales. Sometimes so many deals can get overwhelming, it’s nice to be able to look at my list and regroup a little! Be sure to check back here on both Friday and Monday, I will have a round up of all the best deals and will be updating the list throughout both days!
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Holiday Dress + #REVOLVExSU2C
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STONE COLD FOX (c/o Revolve) Derek Dress | STEVE MADDEN Proto Heels | CLARE V Foldover Clutch | LISI LERCH c/o Tassel Earrings | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Ladder Cuff | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in Faux | ESSIE Nail Polish in Sole Mate
So first off, the Adele album is AMAZING!! I couldn’t even pick a favorite song because each one has something about it that I love! The album is true Adele with such a feeling of emotion behind each note whether it is that cheeky playfulness in an upbeat song or the emotion of a broken heart in a slow ballad. I may have had to wait a bit for this new album, but it was well worth it!!
I cannot believe Thanksgiving is this week!! I really feel the holiday season and parties kick in to high gear after Thanksgiving. I wanted to share a fun holiday dress, perfect for a dressy Christmas party or New Year’s Eve gathering. I love a few things about this dress. For starters, I love just about anything in this maroon color! The color is seriously slowly taking over my closet. I love the tie at the neck and the open neckline area. The detail is one of the standouts of the dress that allows you to show a little skin without being too over the top. The other is the cute little slits in the skirt portion. You can dress this up with nude pumps and gold jewelry like I did here for a dressy Christmas party look or toss on some over the knee boots or midi booties to create a bit more of a dressed down and trendy look for New Year’s Eve.
I’m so excited to partner with Revolve Clothing today to help Stand Up To Cancer! Revolve partnered with a few of their best-selling brands to curate a capsule collection of some amazing and beautiful clothes. 30% of the proceeds from this collection will benefit the Stand Up to Cancer initiative. The collection has a 70s vibe and lots of fun holiday dresses and party outfit ideas! Stand Up to Cancer helps raise funds to accelerate research and find new therapies to help save lives. Their mission is to turn cancer patients into cancer survivors! I pretty much love everything in this collection, and I shared a few of my favorites in the widget below. You can also donate directly to Stand Up to Cancer on the Revolve website. I’m such a huge supporter of shopping for a cause, and I cannot think of a more perfect holiday dress than one that also helps support the fight against cancer!
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