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Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2022

November 23, 2022 by Emily Leave a Comment

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*Updated for Cyber Monday*

Coming out of my blog hiatus with your annual gift 🙂 Click out of that crowded Gmail and use this as your Black Friday 2022 promo code guide! I’ll keep it updated as sales change through the weekend xx

[ apparel ]
525 America | 40% off with code FRIDAY40
Abercrombie | 30% off everything + extra 15% off online only
Alice Walk | 20% off with code BF2022
American Eagle | 30-50% off everything
Ann Taylor | 50% off everything
Anthropologie | Up to 50% off
ASOS | Up to 80% off
ASTR the Label | Extra 30% off sale
B. Yellowtail | Various markdowns / 20% off $250+ with code BF2022
Banana Republic | 40% off full-price
Club Monaco | 40% off everything
Draper James | 30% off everything
Dudley Stephens | 40% off with code DSDELIGHT
Everlane | 40% off all cashmere + select styles up to 50% off
Faherty | 25% off {almost} everything
Free People | 40% off all sale styles
GAP | 50% off everything
H&M | 30% off everything
Hill House | 30% off with code 30FORYOU
J.Crew | Various sitewide markdowns
J.Crew Factory | 60% off everything
J.McLaughlin | Up to 40% off
Jenni Kayne | 25% off everything
Joules | Up to 70% off
Kate Spade | Up to 60% off everything with code CYBERMON
Kiel James Patrick | 25% off everything
Lake Pajamas | 25% off everything
Lilly Pulitzer | $30 off $100 / $60 of $200 / $90 off $300
LL Bean | 10% off with code WONDER10
LOFT | 50-60% off everything
LoveShackFancy | Up to 75% off + additional 35% off sale styles
Lulus | 25% off everything with code CM25
Madewell | 50-60% off everything
Mi Golondrina | 40-60% off
navyBLEU | 30% off with code BLACKFRIDAY
Old Navy | 50% off everything
& Other Stories | 25% off everything
Sail to Sable | 40% off gifts
Shopbop | 25% off with code HOLIDAY
Show Me Your Mumu | 50% off sale with code CYBERSALE
Southern Tide | 25-30% off everything
Talbots | 40% off everything + 50% off one item
Third Love | Up to 80% off + extra 25% off $150+
Tuckernuck | 20% off everything, 25% off $500+, 30% off $1000+
Urban Outfitters | 30% off everything
Vineyard Vines | Up to 50% off select styles with code CYBERMONDAY + free gift with purchase

[ footwear ]
Dolce Vita | 35% off everything with code CYBER
DSW | 35% off with code CYBERDEALS
Jack Rogers | 50% off with code CHEERS
Kate Spade | Up to 60% off everything with code CYBERMON
Margaux | 20% off everything
Native Shoes | 20-50% off everything
Rothy’s | Annual archive sale
Sam Edelman | 40% off with code PRESENT40
{EXCLUSIVE} Sarah Flint | Buy more, save more with code SARAHFLINT-BAEMILYF
Zappos | Various sitewide markdowns

[ department stores ]
Bloomingdale’s | 15% off $100+ / 20% off $200+ / 25% off $400+
Kohl’s | Sitewide markdowns + 15% off with code ENJOY25
Liberty London | Up to 30% off everything
Macy’s | Various sitewide markdowns
Nordstrom | Up to 50% off
Target | Various sitewide markdowns

[ kids ]
Disney | 20% off $75+ / 25% off $100+ / 30% off $150+ with code CYBER
Dondolo | Up to 75% off
Joy Street Kids | 40% off sale with code FLASH40
Hanna Andersson | 50% off everything
Maisonette | 10% off $95+ / 15% off $300+ / 20% off $600+
Petite Plume | 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY22
The Tot | Up to 60% off

[ needlepoint ]
Abigail Cecile | 15% off e-patterns
Alice & Blue | 30% off ornaments
Audrey Wu | Up to 40% off sale
Elizabeth Crane Swartz | 20% off with code DEWEY
Erica Wilson | 22% off with code THANKS22
Hook & Harbor Co. | 25% off everything
Le Point Studio | 20% off with code THANKS
Lycette | 20-30% off + free needleminder with $200 purchase
Morgan Julia Designs | Gift with purchase
Needlepoint.com | 22% off in-stock canvases
Penny Linn Designs | 20% off with code BFCM
Poppy’s Designs | 20% off everything
Third Coast Stitches | 20% off everything / 30% off $250+

[ new england brands ]
Alice Walk | 20% off with code BF2022
Breck & Grier | 20% off with code SHOPSMALL
Cartolina Nantucket | 40% off with code GRATEFUL40
Daytrip Society | 20% off with code CYBERTRIP20
Elizabeth Crane Swartz | 20% off everything
For Now | Up to 50% off
The Golden Cod | 15-40% off
Gus & Ruby | 20% off everything
Joy Street Kids | 40% off sale with code FLASH40
KC Needlepoint | Buy one, get one 50% off
Kiel James Patrick | 25% off everything
navyBLEU | 30% off with code BLACKFRIDAY
Sail to Sable | 40% off gifts
Sailor Sailor | 30% off everything
Sara Fitz | 25% off with code GOBBLE
Sh*t That I Knit | 25% off with code BLACKFRIDAY25

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Where to buy unique holiday wrapping paper

December 3, 2021 by Emily Leave a Comment

Rebecca Green Design Holiday Doors Gift Wrap

I don’t have many talents, but I take real pride in my gift wrapping abilities. From sourcing each year’s wrapping suite to calligraphing the gift tags in the eleventh hour of Christmas Eve, it’s one of my favorite holiday traditions.

(And it makes up for the fact that I’ve never been known as a supreme gift giver 🙃 )

Here are a few of my favorite artists and places for sourcing unique holiday wrapping paper, plus accessories for finishing touches!

Sage Satin Ribbon | Very Merry Washi Tape | Emily Quigley Ink Rattan Gift Wrap
Navy Cotton Ribbon | The Illustrated Life Pear Gift Tags | Ruby Stripe Christmas Tree Gift Wrap
Meredith Hanson x Vineyard Vines Gift Wrap | Palm Prints Lobster Trap Tree Card | Sara Fitz Cable Knit Sweater Gift Wrap
Watercolor Bows Wrapping Paper | Nordic Boots Gift Tags | Abbie Ren The Office Wrapping Paper
Carolina Juniper Gift Tags | Pearl Print Co. Christmas Tree Gift Wrap | Blue and Cream Stripe Ribbon

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Holiday Jammies for Your Families

November 3, 2021 by Emily Leave a Comment

Dasher & Dancer Matching Family Pajamas 2021

I know a handful of families who have always done the whole matching Christmas jammies shebang, but I mean, now? If you aren’t wearing matching holiday pajamas are you even celebrating the holidays?

Because these are the most cheugy thing since Starbucks merchandise collabs, expect most brands to sell out early. Don’t be the girl who has to pay twice the ticket price on eBay because you hesitated on buying your dog the matching onesie and then missed your chance.

Petite Plume Evergreen Forest | Old Navy Happy Holidays Print (full family PJs collection)
Lands End Coastal Holiday (full family pajama collection)
Little English Gingerbread Jammies | Target Gray Striped Cotton PJs (full collection)
LC Lauren Conrad Warmest Wishes (full family + matching pet pajamas collection)
Burt’s Bees Milk & Cookies (full famjams collection) | Elf™ Family Pajamas (full collection)
The Grinch Flannel Pajamas (full collection) | Joy Street Chocolate Chip Cookie (full collection)

SO many more matching holiday pajamas have come across my radar just in the 24 hours since I’ve started writing this post, so you may be in for a round 2. Until then, also check out Lake Pajamas, The Tot (cute matching Hanukkah PJs options too!), and Monica + Andy.

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What To Wear to Your Office Christmas Party

December 3, 2018 by Emily 2 Comments

I invest in clothing three times a year: Spring, summer, and December. Despite living in Boston and having the pleasure of 6 months of winter a year, my closet disproportionately favors sundresses and sunhats over sweaters and earmuffs. None of this is news to you.

The exception arises every holiday season, when I spend an embarrassing amount of time and money planning and purchasing outfits for any and all holiday functions for which I might score an invite. I know, I hate myself too.

If we’re being honest, this whole getting old and boring thing has cleared up our social calendars a little (less Toys for Tots fundraising keggers and open bar New Years Eves), but there are still two I can rely on every year: the office Christmas party and my best friend’s open house.

This year, in an attempt to grow into a responsible adult, I forewent my normal red and green tartan and bow-adorned haul in favor of some simpler buys that could serve as black canvases for a few pieces from Boston jeweler E.B.Horn. They helped me dress up an under $30 green fit and flare dress – helpful since our holiday work party is at 5pm on a Thursday and leaves no room for a full outfit change.

A delicate gold Chimento necklace, studs and bracelet kept it classic while dressing it up just enough to remind your boss that even though working from home keeps you in pajamas from waist down most days, you still know how to clean up.

Also, husband, if you’re listening, buy me an emerald ring.

Fit & Flare Jersey Dress | Tartan Hair Tie | Similar Black Mini Crossbody | Similar Plaid Flats | All Jewelry: E.B. Horn

98% chance this will also be worn to Fanning family holiday party as well as Christmas Eve. I may be an outfit repeater, but you’re an outfit rememberer Kate.

Here’s part dos – what to wear to your real night-out Christmas party, plus be sure to check out E.B.Horn’s Holiday Guide xx

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Full disclosure: The post was created in partnership with E.B. Horn. Thank you for supporting the brands that support shell chic’d!

Holiday Entertaining with Willow Tree

December 13, 2017 by Emily 3 Comments

I think we’ve established this once or twice, but I could happily live off appetizers. Some form of rosemary bread and party dips, if you need specifics. So when Willow Tree reached out with samples of their chicken dips and salads, I was allllllll ears.

My soft spot for local businesses surfaces more than ever this time of year. Located just south in Attleboro, Willow Tree, a family-owned and operated business for the past 60+ years, has become the premier provider of fresh, hand-crafted poultry pies and salads, so what better brand to hook up with for the holiday entertaining season? Hosting is enough of an escapade on its own {HA learned that this year}, so I can use all the help I can get when it comes to food. I don’t like Buffalo Chicken Dip, said no one ever, so there’s impressive addition #1, and their unique Chicken Caesar Dip is a crazy yummy and unique flavor perfect for veggie-dipping, should you healthy people insist on incorporating some of those.

But because the #gramfactor is clearly a priority in all events hosted at Chez Fanning, I decided to use Willow Tree Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad and take it a step further with this festive Christmas tree sandwich ~~freaking~~ ~~masterpiece~~ display.

Even for my limited skill level, these bite-size Willow Tree Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad Rosemary Sandwich Rolls were super easy to put together ~~I only called my mom 3 times~~, and I had total peace of mind knowing Willow Tree’s got me covered with their Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad filling being already prepared.

Willow Tree Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad Rosemary Sandwich Rolls
Makes 20

{ingredients}

1 1/2 cups warm water
1 tbsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp + 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary (divided)
1 tbsp salt
4 cups bread flour
1 egg mixed, beaten with a splash of milk
2 containers Willow Tree Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

{instructions}

In a bowl, mix together warm water, yeast, and sugar and let stand for 10 minutes.
In large bowl, combine yeast mixture, oil, salt, 1 tablespoon of the chopped rosemary, and 2 cups of flour.
Stir in remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition (you can finish adding flour on a floured surface when dough becomes too difficult to stir!).
Knead dough on floured surface until smooth and elastic
Lightly oil a large bowl; place the dough in bowl and turn a few times to coat with oil.
Cover with cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Deflate the dough and turn out on floured surface.
Divide dough into 20 equal pieces and form into rounds.
Place rolls at least 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover rolls with a cloth and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Brush each risen roll with egg & milk mixture. Sprinkle with remaining chopped rosemary
Bake rolls approximately 14 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from baking pan and cool on a rack.

Once cooled, slice and fill with Willow Tree Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad. Arrange in tree shape and garnish with extra rosemary sprigs as fit.

Holiday cheer managed.

To help make your holiday entertaining a little easier, I’ll be giving away a Willow Tree holiday gift basket including four Willow Tree dips or salads (mix & match as you like) plus other New England-based items. Just head over to my Instagram to enter. But skidaddle! Giveaway ends 12/19.

Willow Tree products are sold at major East Coast grocery stores, hundreds of independent retailers, and the original poultry farm’s own retail location in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Click here to find a retailer near you!

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Style a Holiday Bar Cart + Serve a Sparkling Mule

December 6, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

Though I’m still ~~cleaning~~ recovering from Friendsgiving ~~three weeks ago~~, I admittedly have the itch to entertain. True, I did tell you to never allow me to do anything like that ever again. But who else is going to help me drink the six bottles of Prosecco in my fridge and cozy up under my cute as heck Christmas ~~tree~~ bar?

Silver, gold, red and green are so 1999, so I chose a copper color scheme for our holiday bar cart—especially fitting for my yuletide take on Moscow Mules made with 90+ Cellars Prosecco {recipe below!}.

I decked this gold Threshold bar cart {how perfect would a rose gold one have been though?!} with a strand of garland and copper fairy lights. This felt pom garland stays up all year round—one less depressing decoration to take down on ~~December 26th~~ February 2nd.

Our copper Christmas Moscow Mule mugs were a wedding gift {and are now on sale because #old}, as was this beverage tub that I use as an ice bucket. I absolutely stole this mini copper cocktail shaker from a poor sucker at last year’s office Yankee Swap, and yet again, I find a way to work in my never depleting collection of rose gold striped straws {examples a & b}.

Because it’s 2017 and we lead extremely impractical lives for the purpose of capturing the perfect #gram, I convinced MJF to let me replace our mismatched bottles of un-Pinterestable Trader Joe’s bottom shelf liquors with his Crosley record player and collection of Christmas vinyls. Because that’s the compromise in our house: all hours spent watching Love Actually must be matched with an equal number hours listening to Bing Crosby and The Beach Boys. Hey, never said I was complaining.

But most critical of all, I decked it with drinks. Thanks to the years 2007-11, I am not what we’d call a vodka person, though I can appreciate the occasional icy Moscow Mule. In this sparkling holiday take on the classic, I cut the vodka in half to make room for the addition of Prosecco. And since such comes bearing bubbles already, I replaced carbonated ginger beer with a homemade ginger simple syrup.

{If you haven’t caught on by now, I do appreciate an infused simple syrup and there is currently more of it in my fridge than anything with nutritional value.}

To pump up the pin factor, I popped a handful of fresh cranberries in my tray as I was making ice cubes. Quick tip I learned from making these floral ice cubes: Fill halfway with water, add berries, and let freeze for at least 2 hours before filling the rest of the way. Purified water also works best for keeping the fruit ice cubes clear.

Sparkling Yule Mule
A Christmas Moscow Mule
Serves 2

{ingredients}

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4-1/2 cup ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1 oz vodka
Scant 1 oz lime juice
1 bottle 90+ Cellars Lot 50 Prosecco
Mint and cranberries for garnish

{instructions}
To make the ginger simple syrup // Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan; add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add ginger and let simmer uncovered on low for 30 minutes. Remove from heat; allow to sit for an additional 30 minutes. Strain, discarding ginger slices. Will serve up to 5 drinks.

To make cocktails // Fill copper Moscow Mule mug with ice. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, lime juice, and 1 1/2 oz simple syrup. Shake vigorously, and pour over ice. Top with Prosecco, and garnish with cranberries and a sprig of mint.

Cheers to you and yours!

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Life’s A Party, Dress Like It

November 22, 2016 by Emily Leave a Comment

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‘Tis the season for giving, but also picking up a thing or two for yourself 😉 I’ll be continuing to round up holiday party wear—from red velvet shoes to emerald party dresses to New Year’s Eve feathers—at every price point all season long.

Have requests? Tweet me!

Last-Minute Easter Dresses

April 15, 2014 by Emily 8 Comments

Despite Easter being weeks later than it was last year, the holiday has still managed to sneak up on me! If you’re at a loss for what to wear this Sunday [like me!], here are a few last-minute dress options…

What do you sport for Easter dinner?

Day to Night Party Wear

November 22, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Lilly Pulitzer’s gift guide obviously has me drooling, so I’ve put together a couple holiday outfits for different occasions using Lilly pieces, as well as some other favorites. I just love the idea of navy or cobalt for a Christmas party as opposed to traditional red or green, and I really think the Define Nice sweater must be mine for the holiday season, don’t you? A new take on ugly sweater parties 🙂

[ casual holiday lunch ]

[ Marielle Sweater, Lilly Pulitzer, $198 ]
[ Worth Skinny Mini, Lilly Pulitzer, $158 ]
[ Christmas Bow Stud Earrings, Kohls, $7 ]
[ Bow Bobby Pin Set, LC Lauren Conrad, $10.50 ]
[ New York Kick Sneaker, Keds x Kate Spade, $75 ]
[ La La Leather Tote, Lilly Pulitzer, $298 ]

[ evening holiday party ]

[ Wythe Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $268 ]
[ Pinball Stud Earrings, J.Crew Factory, $11 ]
[ Gold Pave Bracelet, Capwell + Co, $28 ]
[ Downtown Crossbody, Lilly Pulitzer, $168 ]
[ Flax Gold Heels, Nine West, $56 (sale!) ]

How will you be dressing up for all of your different events this holiday season?

And speaking of the season, more important than any Christmas dress, ugly sweater choice, or personal wish list is the idea of giving back this holiday. My dear friend is a child life specialist at a pediatric hospital in D.C., and is working on an incredibly selfless program for the families of her patients. She has created this Amazon wish list full of very simple items that could make a great deal of difference. Any little bit you can offer helps. If you would like to donate, please email me for the shipping address. Thank you all so much!

Caring for the needs of families requires that one be truly present to “be where your feet are” as a child life specialist once told me. This is especially true in a Pediatric hospital where often times one can be consumed by the sounds of ventilators, IV pumps beeping, and complex medical terminology. Four weeks ago, parents across our hospital found solace in a quiet room tucked away on the unit. There they joined in fellowship with one another, myself, and the Champlain. Over coffee, doughnuts, finger painting and coloring, parents, grandparents, and caretakers began to share a side of their stories not yet told. Their words and empathy, holding immense depth and comfort that can best be shared between individuals who truly understand what it means to have a sick child. The families at my hospital have requested the opportunity to come together once a week over coffee and breakfast to share with one another the ups and downs of caring for their hospitalized child. In order to host coffee hour weekly, I need your HELP! Currently a budget does not exist for this program and without your support I will be limited in what I can provide to families. I have created an amazon wish list with various breakfast items that could be stored easily and provided to families each Friday morning.
With your help, I can bring these families together!

O Christmas Tee, O Christmas Tee

November 18, 2013 by Emily Leave a Comment

Let me first say that I love Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties. But when the time comes to scour the thrift stores, why does it seem that ugly holiday sweaters are so difficult to find? One year I resorted to a Limited Too green glitter turtleneck because that was the closest thing I could muster.

Skip n’ Whistle is making it easy this year with their Tacky Xmas Line, and they sent me this Reindeer Tee to start getting in the spirit early! The sad thing is, I actually find it cute…

Do you do the whole ugly-Christmas-thing? Next I have my eye on this Snow Cats Ugly Christmas Sweatshirt…!

Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2022

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