Author: RachelAdelicia

Actress, avid shopper, and a lover of fashion. Hoping to make the world a better place one pair of shoes at a time.

Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

Investment Piece: Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

Time is a ticking! I’m hoping that you’re done (or close to done) with your shopping and that it’s been painless! What may be last on your list? Stocking Stuffers! Little, but mighty, stocking stuffers are one of the first presents opened, and while they can be an item left to the last minute, stocking stuffers are some of my favorites! Here’s my gift guide for stocking stuffers!

1. I love sets of any kind, and little jewelry sets like this one are perfect for stocking stuffers! It’s the perfect balance of cute and little, and you can tailor it to your loved one’s personality.

2. Lip balm anyone? I don’t know of a single person who doesn’t need it, or love to get it! This holiday themed lip balm is perfect for a stocking stuffer, as is any lip balm you love!

3. Every year Santa and my mom find amazing little stocking stuffers that you didn’t know you needed till you got them! Take these decorated wood clips! (Found in the Dollar Section of Target) I’ve gotten a stocking stuffer like this before, and I use my clips to keep my desk organized! They are thoughtful and I would have never bought them for myself!

4. Who doesn’t love candy? From these Champagne Gummy Bears to candy canes, to candy canes filled with candy to chocolate, any of these would make a great stocking stuffer!

Other ideas: gift cards (my thoughts here), tiny toys, electronic accessories, and batteries.
Need more stocking stuffer ideas? From nail polish to carry on cocktails, I have you covered here:

If you’re worried about gifts and not stocking stuffers check out my other gift guides: Hostess, Beauty, experiences, Kids, Fitness Lovers, Art/Music/Fashion, and Travel Lovers.
I also rounded up some thoughts on last minute gift giving here.

So from stocking stuffers to big gifts, I hope your shopping is going amazing and you’re staying in the holiday spirit!
XO
RA

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Holiday Gown

Investment Piece: Holiday Gown
Investment Piece: Holiday Gown

How to Holiday: Get yourself a holiday gown. Does this gown have to be in holiday colors? No. Do holiday gowns have to be worn only during the holiday season? I don’t think so. Tis the season, and while that does bring with it the holiday reds and greens and sparkle; I say you can be daring. Get a holiday gown that not only makes you feel like a holiday princess, but that works all year.
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Holiday Traditions

Investment Piece: Holiday Traditions

Tis the season. For gifts, treats, magic, parties, and holiday traditions. As we get older the holidays can change, yet what keeps us coming back are the traditions. For me? It’s my mom’s beef stroganoff on Christmas Eve, setting out cookies for Santa, waiting for my sister to wake up so we can open presents, and my overwhelming desire for a white Christmas. I love the movies, Miracle on 34th Street, White Christmas, and Elf top my lists. The holiday music only stations never fail to get me in the spirit. Seeing the pics of my friend’s kids with Santa makes my day, and getting Crhistmas cards in the mail always bring me cheer!There are so many holiday traditions, and every family has their own. Traditions keep the past alive and bring us into the future; and there’s no better time for traditions than the holiday season. Continue reading Holiday Traditions

Black and White with a Pop

Black and White with a Pop
Investment Piece: Black and White with a pop

Black and White: it’s so classic. This dress? I love the lines, the Velvet, the silk. The sleeves add a bit of fun, and the whole combination is a show stopper. It’s perfect for the holiday season as there is enough of a sparkle, but also perfect for any Tuesday.Not to mention, it’s amazingly comfy–this is actually a 1930s dressing gown! Continue reading Black and White with a Pop

Gift Guide: Fitness Lovers

Investment Piece: Gift Guide Fitness Lovers

Three Things you don’t mess with? My shoes, my football, and my workouts. To say that I am a fitness lover is a bit of an understatement. And as such, there are things that are on my holiday list just for my fitness needs! For all the people in your life like me, who feel as if a day without a workout is a wasted day, I’ve made this handy Gift Guide for Fitness Lovers! Continue reading Gift Guide: Fitness Lovers

Grey Skies

How to beat grey skies
How to beat grey skies

How to Beat Grey Skies?

Throw on a grey dress and spice it up. I know, it’s the holiday season and we’re supposed to be focused on reds, greens, and blues. The boots are red. And, hear me out, grey looks can be festive. Take this vintage dress (from one of my faves Bloomers and Frocks) that feels modern. Grey isn’t gloomy or bland, it’s the back drop for red (those boots!) and edge (that jacket!), yet a statement on its own.

How to beat grey skies
How to beat grey skies

How to beat Grey skies?

Watch the details. The pleats in this skirt are perfect for business, yet scream fun. Red boots? Sassy, great with skirts/dresses/jeans, and they add a bit of cheer. I also love how high these boots go, don’t let it scare you, let them inspire you (and maybe, occasionally, give your black boots the night off). We haven’t chatted about what makes an “investment piece” in a while, but loves, let me tell you, a great leather jacket is one. Leather jackets edge up any look while remaining classic. Wear your with everything from work dresses to jeans. Grey doesn’t have to be a background player, but with the right details, it can stand out and let details shine. How are your skies doing?

How to beat grey skies
How to beat grey skies

How to beat Grey Skies?

Embrace them. I love the elements of this outfit; and on their own they’re amazing. This combo is perfect for work, play, or anything in between. It will be great in January, when the parties are over and you need some cheering. (Tell me boots like these wouldn’t make you smile in the middle of any winter day.) Wear a dress like this with any shoe from sneakers to heels to more boots. Live in your leather jacket. Let red boots make any outfit pop. Grey is one of my favorite colors (see here,
here, and here) and while grey skies can often mean storms; I think using grey to turn the tables and make an amazing outfit is the way to beat almost anything.

I’ve linked similar items below. Happy shopping!

XO RA

How to beat grey skies
How to beat grey skies

Gift Guide: Travel Lovers

Investment Piece: Gift Guide Travel Lovers

Loves, as you may know,I split time between two different states. It’s amazing and hard and means I travel a lot. I also travel for fun. Remember the airport season in “Up in the Air” when George Clooney breaks down all of the different travelers to Anna Kendrick? Well, there’s a kind of traveler you want to be–and I’ve rounded up gifts that the travelers you love will want! Without further ado: here’s my gift guide for travel lovers. Continue reading Gift Guide: Travel Lovers

In defense of Gift Cards

Investment Piece: In defense of Gift Cards

There’s a rumor going around about gift cards. That they are not a thoughtful gift. They mean that you waited till the last minute. Gift cards say that you didn’t really care to get your loved one a “real gift”. I hate to be the bearer of bad news to rumors, but I respectfully disagree. Gift cards? I LOVE them. In fact, I think that gift cards are an incredibly thoughtful, real gift, and often, what your loved ones want. Don’t believe me? Let me lay out my defense of gift cards. Continue reading In defense of Gift Cards

How to Cocktail Casual

Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual
Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual

My guess? You have holiday parties and drinks and dinners on the books. Every site is pushing the 12 dresses of Christmas (not to mention NYE). Feeds, catalogs, and stores are full of sparkle and velvet and shine. I love all of that. Want to hear a secret? I love a great party dress, have never been able to resist them, and have quite a few coming your way. However, not all holiday get togethers call for your party dress. Is there a way to cocktail casual?

Short answer? Yes. Long answer? Right this way!

Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual
Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual

How to Cocktail Casual? Start with a party top. Does it have to be sequined and velvet and over the top? No. I think it does need to be a little special, but it doesn’t have to scream holiday. I love this Tory Burch one as it has some sparkly details, but doesn’t go over the top. The blue and white, and the floral, go with the holiday, but will also look great in the spring.

You have a top. How to Cocktail Casual? Pay attention to your shoes. Heels or dress flats or boots are a must. The casual doesn’t come from your shoes. I’m not saying choose footwear that’s uncomfortable, but shoes that make you want to celebrate are always a good thing. These wedges are from quite a few seasons ago, but I love that the shape is just orginal enough, yet the pattern is classic. If you worry about wearing heels out, wedges are always a great option. They give you height while maintianing balance.

Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual
Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual

How to Cocktail Casual: the casual part! Loves, you need a great pair of jeans. I love a dark, skinny pair with little to no distressing. If you find that you need two pairs of cocktail casual jeans, you can make your second pair black. The dark rinse will go with any top, and keep you looking polished while not dressy. And bonus? These cocktail casual jeans can make the transition to casual and look great even with your favorite sweatshirt!

Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual

How to cocktail casual? Remember that the most important part of any holiday party is that you have a good time!

I’ve linked some of my favorite pieces below! Happy Shopping!
XO RA

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Investment Piece: How to Cocktail Casual