holiday gift guide! (for teens and tweens!)

Over the next couple of weeks I will be featuring lots of fun gifts guides to make your holiday shopping fun and simple - and of course, stylish this season!

Today I've got the best of holiday gifts for the teen and tween gals in your life.  They can be a little tricky to buy for but there are a few tried and true gifts that always work - lip gloss, personalized jewelry and fun sweatshirts are just a few. Keep things fun and light and a touch on the grown up side - they always like to be treated like they are older than they really are :)

"happy" scarf, "weekend" sweatshirt, stila lip gloss gift collection, pink personalized necklace, short ankle hunter boots,  kate spade cross body bag - on sale!, origins ginger body cream, polka dot pajama pants, jeweled head phones by frends, chan luu friendship bracelets, striped fingerless gloves, new balance sneakers

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What to wear to holiday parties with Piperlime!

Are you asking yourself what to wear to holiday parties and events these days? This time of year every gal needs to have a dress or two waiting in her closet for all the holiday events that are the highlight of the season.  It's important to dress to impress… but also to be smart about our clothing budget at the same time!  If you don't have the budget to buy a new dress for every occasion, all you have to do is invest in one or two you love and them make them work for the entire season.

Here I've taken a few holiday dress styles and layered them up to prove that with a little creativity you can find the perfect holiday dress that won't only be worn once this holiday season! Simply by switching up accessories, shoes and adding a few layers you breathe new life into your beloved pieces and really stretch your holiday budget.

top:

holiday soiree - faux fur coat, necklace, flats

polka dot dress

santa's helper - cape, striped tote, hunter boots, earrings

bottom:

office party - faux fur & vegan leather jacket, clutch, black pumps

navy sequined dress - less than $100!

cocktails with your bff - denim jacket, earrings, leopard flats

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This post is kindly sponsored by Shopstyle and Piperlime. All opinions are my own.

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it's a plaid party!

It's time to let your inner plaid-child have a ball this season!  Plaid instantly brings cozy feelings of winter and holidays.  A little plaid is all I need to get me in the mood for the holidays and thankful for falling snow and warm fireplaces.

From pajamas to blankets to tops to scarves, there is a plaid piece (or two) for everyone here!  Any of these make for simple holiday gifts for the loved ones in your life or are perfect to sport to holiday parties, soirees or family gatherings.  Make sure you pile on some plaid this season.

1. plaid top 2. plaid blanket 3. plaid pajamas 4. plaid mug 5. plaid pumps 6. gap sweatshirt with plaid appliqué 7. plaid skinny pants 8. plaid shift dress 9. plaid matchbox 10. plaid scarf 11. plaid vest 12. plaid pencil skirt 13. plaid slippers 14. plaid candle 15. plaid handbag

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my everyday style: a burgundy coat!

A few months back I took the plunge and splurged on this gorgeous burgundy coat (it's 25% off today!!!).  And boy am I glad I did… this baby is getting some serious wear already this late fall/early winter.  It's quickly become a favorite and I love how it can work dressed up with a dress or dressed down like here with leggings or with jeans.

I know we have been talking a lot about outerwear here on the blog lately (here and here) but I'm telling you, it's the only way to stylishly survive the winter - in my opinion!

(photos by Jennifer Ketchum)

Details:

Coat, J.Crew - 25% off today!

Sweater, H&M (similar or similar)

Leggings, J.Crew "Pixie" pant (similar less expensive)

Shoes, Piperlime

Earrings, Kendra Scott - on sale!!!!

Bag, Madewell (similar or similar)

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on my radar… November!

What is catching my eye? Tickling my fancy? Making me swoon? So glad you asked ;)

Here are just a few things this month that I'm loving…

I am totally hoarding holiday candles already… mmmm! I love them!  My house will smell like pine and Christmas until January for sure.

I also happen to be hoarding sweaters too… isn't this big chunky one gorgeous!?! And it's 25% off!

I can't get over bucket bags lately… isn't this moody olive green one so cool? This one is 25% off too!

Have you seen this horseshoe bracelet? Love.  It's so unique and fun!

These pj pants are the cats pajamas.  I have a few pair of these from last year and I will certainly be adding a few more to my cozy collection this year. They are so comfy and the price is right! Also an additional 25% off!

The bigger the scarf, the better.  Am I right? This one is large and in charge and super soft!

Love or hate Uggs - that's up to you. I live in Michigan so I happen to love them.  This pair is SO gorgeous! I tried them on and while they are a little spendy, I'm seriously craving them.

Oh, and one more thing… have you listened to Serial yet!?!? OMG. I am so hooked! I listened to 6 episodes in two days and now I have to wait all the way until next week to tune in again!

What fun pieces are on your radar this month?? I would love to know!

It's time to put a coat on it...

Coat weather is here… and it's not going anywhere!  Here I pulled some photos from the archives on how to make your outfit stand out with an awesome coat this season.  

Shop the looks here…

outerwear! (at all price points!)

Oh my! Winter is here in the northern mid-west. I can't believe how cold it is already and with snow in the forecast no less.  I'm prepping my closet to bundle up… what about you? Are you ready for this cold weather in style?

Here I've got some amazing outerwear pieces at all price points… no matter your budget, I've got the perfect coat for you.

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from left: belted camel coat, navy peacoat, fur hood puffer coat, grey shawl coat

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from left: two tone black/white, army/black zip up coat, grey double breasted coat

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from left: navy bow puffer coat, coral cocoon coat, grey shawl collar, camel double breasted coat

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