FRIDAY FAVORITES...HOLIDAY SEASON IN FULL SWING

Stop it December, just stop it! I am loving the festive month, but do not want it to go too fast. I’ll savor every moment. A great moment that happened this week was that I got a new car, it literally had been on order for months, but because of the chip shortage, it did not come off the assembly line until now. I love it. AND this Favorites post is chalked full so here we go!

"She's a Beaut Clark!"

1. Gift Guides 

You’re telling me you love the gift guides, so I’m going to keep them coming for a little bit longer. I’m hearing about 50% of the people I know are finished so that other 50 might need some ideas! SO Many GOOD ONES!!

Stocking Stuffers for Him

Used all these for my guys!!

Pens // Native Deodorant // Gear Tie // Moleskine Notebook // Socks // Cards // Duck Tape // Carmex // Tire Gauge // Hot Chocolate Bomb // Tic Tacs

Hot Cocoa Sets

With Spoons // Cocoa Caddy // Mug Set // Gourmet Set // Swiss Miss Set // Godiva Set // BomBombs Set

Home for the Holidays

Blanket // Pots and Pans // Ultimate Coaster // Pajamas // Plant // Slippers // Candle // Green Machine

2. Peppermint Chip Shake

Pure Heaven! A friend introduced me to this goodness during Covid, and as a treat to myself that season I went weekly and indulged in one of these, savoring it on the drive home as our closest Chick-fil-A is 25 minutes away. The tradition continues and I LOVED every sip this week! Have you tried it?

3. Snow Sweater

Oh, SNOW sweet, another great release this week from my friends at Wooden Ships Knits. We got blessed with a huge snowstorm a couple weeks ago so I was able to snap these photos and get cozy in this sweater! It is so fabulous in fit style and softness that I will be wearing it all winter long! Prediction is we’re gonna get a lot of snow, so I’m excited. And you can get excited too because you can get 15% off with code: 2ANDREA15

I LOVE IT SNOW MUCH!!

4. Tartan Plaid

Not sure if I ever say this word right but tartan plaid is so festive! I wore this outfit out shopping the other day and got several compliments! Are you a fan of Tartan? This Blazer is Great!

Blazer HERE // Loafers HERE (LOVE THEM)

5. Misc. Fun

POSTS OF THE WEEK

Monday ~ Christmas on the Front Porch

Wednesday ~ What's Up Wednesday

STELLA PLAID DRESS 

This girl has quite the wardrobe and of course she wore a Fall Plaid Dress to Thanksgiving at Grandma’s!

MEMES

Christmas themed of course

Happy December Weekend My LOVES!!!

Linking up with  Friday Favorites  // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo 

MY FAVORITES GIFT GUIDE

You get a car, you get a car, you get a car….not really but if I was as wealthy as Oprah, I would give you all a car! How I loved when Oprah did her favorite things show and gave everyone in the audience oodles of her favorite gifts! Remember when I told you about the Favorite Things Party I had one time, it was so much fun. Today, I’m going to share with you some of my favorite things to give and to get, lol! And lots of promo codes in today’s post as well! 

 

Serovital ~ Favorite Beauty Brand

Many of you ask about my skincare regimen and many of you love Serovital now just as much as I do! Of course, I want my favorite clean beauty brand as a gift! I’ve tried many but hands now, my now and FOREVER daily skincare regimen is with SEROVITAL. Below are my top 3 favorites and a little about what each can do for you!

Use my Code ANDREA15 for 15% off 

and trust me, you’ll never find another brand as good!

BUY IT HERE

TriHydrate Concentrate is formulated with 3% purified hyaluronic acid in 3 forms. This includes a broad-spectrum combination to reach deeper into the epidermis and hydrate to noticeably firm and plump skin.

 

Get the benefits of a retinoid, without the irritation. The Suddenly Smooth RetinAll hydrates as it visibly lifts, brightens, and targets the appearance of even the most difficult wrinkles.

 

The ultimate dark spot, the VitaCorrect Solution visibly reduces existing dark spots, plus helps fight the emergence of future spots.

How do I stay looking 

as young as I can: Serovital

  

Fur Baby Sweatshirts 

Stella is a sweatshirt girl! She absolutely loves them and if they are within her reach, she will grab them and take them to the door because she knows if she puts on a sweatshirt she’s going somewhere, lol! All her Fufu clothes but the sweatshirts are the favorite. I too have a favorite brand for our fur babies and that is a seller on Etsy. I just ordered a third for her, the embroidered Name sweatshirt below, but isn’t the Santa Baby Sweatshirt terrific. A few of you have asked me for the link already so I thought I would share it here!

Victoria Emerson

I have a loved Victoria Emerson Cuffs for years! Their sales have been killing it lately for the holidays! At these prices, definitely pick up some for you too. Here are the ones I just got and are my favorites of the season.

Top to Bottom

Gold Beads and Chain// Gold and Coral  // Gold Bead Stack // Leopard // White and Gold Pearl

Kendra Scott X’s Barbie Collection

I jumped for joy when I saw that Kendra Scott was partnering with Barbie to do a jewelry collection! I want them all!!

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Barbie Dreamhouse™ and Kendra Scott's 20th anniversary, this iconic collaboration has arrived just in time for the holiday season. AND Both brands empower women and get back!

Statement Earrings // Multi Strand Necklace // Chain Bracelet // Tassel Bracelet // Chunky Chain Necklace // Small Earrings

GibsonLook ~ My Favorite Clothing Brand

This year the clothing brand Gibsonlook quickly became one of my favorites of all time! The price points are affordable styles so on trend, always including classics as well and the company is a dream to work with! They are having a huge Black Friday sale going on right now and you will not be sorry! Here are some of my recent favorites!

Use my Code ANDREA10 for more off.

Cranberry Cowl Neck HERE

5 Colors!

AND the Jeans

from Target, my FAV this season and only 

Black Cut Out Top HERE

Top HERE // Pants HERE
(My Favorite Outfit of the Year!)

Striped Sweater HERE

That Hot Pink Slip Dress in the first Picture is a BIG time favorite from Target and only $28

Dyson ~ 

My Favorite Household Tool

(AND the only one I'd be ok with getting 

for Christmas, lol)

This is the only household tool that I would be overjoyed with getting under the tree: The cordless DYSON V8 Original Vacuum!! Now, to be honest, I did not get this as a gift, Mr. Nine went out and got it when we first moved into our house but I have pretty much used it almost every day since then and I love it love it love it! Plus it is a major sale right now!

 Teddy Blake Bags

It’s no Secret that I love handbags by Teddy Blake! I own 8! Italian handcrafted luxury handbags without Price tags over $1000. Heck, Chanel is now even over 10,000. 

My mom is proof of a happy Teddy Blake bag gift recipient! She loves her Bella duo as much as I do!

USE CODE: TBANDREAN30 for $30 off a bag.

Favorite Perfumes

I love it when someone ask what perfume I’m wearing because I can never smell it on my self, lol! But I definitely have my top five favorites that have been my favorites for years! The top one being Chanel.

Jo Malone Mimosa & Cardamom // La Vie Est Belle // Dolce & Gabbanna Light Blue // Philosophy Amazing Grace // Chanel No5

Favorite Coffee

If you are local, you do not want to miss one of my favorite holiday open houses at the Refinery Coffee. My friend Regina is the owner, and she is the best coffee roaster in all the land! At this open house (Dec 2 from 9am-2pm), she not only allows you to use your punch card but offers two dollars off every pound of coffee. I’ve already put my order in. Loved taking Stella in the other day, of course in her red sweatshirt! I am also a big fan of Peet's Coffee and their medium roast.

What is Your Favorite Gift to 

Give or Get??

I should do part two to this one because I have lots more, but I don’t want to make the post too long and I need to get prepping all my sides for tomorrow.

 

See you soon and Have a 

Happy Thanksgiving my loves!!

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xoxo 

GIFT GUIDES FOR HIM

If you’ve been around long enough, you know that this is where my expertise lies seeing as we have three boys, lol. The good news is I get to buy for girls now too that they have special ladies in their lives. Many of you have told me this is one of your toughest to buy for! I’ve come to really enjoy buying for the guys, so I’ve only listed things here that I would actually buy for mine or have already.

I always find some great things at Walmart and you cannot beat the affordability. I am especially loving their sets like the Harry's Shave Kit (just bought them for all my boys..under $15)

The Mr. Squatch personal Care Items are some of the Nine family Favorites and 

The Invictus cologne smells so amazing!

Dr. Squatch Conditioner // Dr. Squatch Deodorant // Dr. Squatch Soap // Kenneth Cole BLACK // Tackle Box // Every Man Jack Set // Invictus Cologne // Golf Balls // Stanley Thermos // Joggers // Harry's Shave Set

Of course you cannot go wrong with Amazon! So many things from Amazon comes for me guys and like Walmart, I love that Amazon has free returns. My guys have most of these items and especially love the Carhartt Beanie Hats and Jerky Bags.

The Book of Knowledge is so fun and inly $11!

Jerky //Pocket Knife // Socks // Watch // Universal Socket // Beanie Hat // Book // Cutters // Flannel Shirt

And lastly, here is a general guide for the men in your life consisting of MY favorites to buy them. I have bought all these things at some point for my crew. Mr. Nine LOVES his Marshall BlueTooth Speaker and Yeti Soft Side Cooler! The Boys love their Nike Comfy Pants and how adorable is the Golf Cart Decanter Set!

The North Face Vest // Marshall Speaker // Sunglasses // Golf Cart Decanter Set // Grooming Kit // Nike Sweatpants // Yeti Cooler // Carhartt Sweatshirt

Happy Shopping and

Happy New Week Lovelies 

LINKING-UP with Style on the Daily // Metamorphosis Monday // Thursday Fashion Files // 

Love your Creativity // Hello Monday    

 

 xoxo

 

AMAZON...GET THE GIFTS NOW!

Well I think it’s safe to say that probably 60% of my gift buying is coming from Amazon so for this month’s link up with Tanya, you know it’s going to be get those gifts and get excited when the Amazon truck arrives! I’ve Compiled some great Amazon ideas for you! For her, him, and the Kitchen..as in for making yummy stuff to eat, LOL!  

IN THE KITCHEN

This first one might be the MOST FUN and yummiest!

ICE CREAM MAKER ~The BEST Ice Cream Maker on the Market

 

S'MORES KIT ~How fun to have an indoors S’mores Kit

 

RAPID EGG COOKER ~Oh yeah, easy peezy hard-boiled eggs

ROLLING PIN WOOD EMBOSSING ~The COOLEST Rolling Pin; making your pastries beautiful!

 

POPCORN POPPER ~The easiest to pop popcorn maker next to microwave and so much better for you!

NUT & DRIED FRUIT BOX ~YUMMO!! A Gift Box of friend fruit and nuts! YES

 

NESPRESSO MACHINE ~It's no secret I want a Nespresso Machine..fancy swanky coffee drinks ar home!

 

CHARCUTERIE BOARD ~Charcuterie anyone AND Everyone. This one is soooo cool!

 

BAKING SHEETS ~These are the nest out there and great sizes, as good as any baking stone.

 

FONDUE POT ~Fondue for you!! Yummy and this case iron is so much better than others!

 

AIR FRYER ~Need I say more..I have fallen in love with my air fryer!! This is the #1 best seller on Amazon! 

 

 

FOR HIM

Oh have I ever got some great ideas for the males; many in my fam have gotten these things!

GROOMING KIT ~This grooming kit has it all.

 

TRAVEL KIT ~The perfect canvas Dopp kit by the fabulous Carhartt for all his toiletries.

 

HEARTH MATCHES ~These long heart matches are beautifully presented and perfect for the fireplace, stove or bonfires.

 

FLANNEL SHIRT JACKET ~This flannel with a hood is so stylish and warm too.

 

BELLROY WALLET ~This wallet is beloved by the boys and Mr. Nine for how slim it is.

 

BOURBON INFUSED COFFEE ~Fabulous smell and flavor from this bourbon infused coffee

 

LONG ALL PURPOSE LEATHER GLOVES ~While he’s tending to the fire or grilling or doing heavy duty man stuff; these gloves are great.

 

 TAC PEN ~This is an As Seen on TV and the reviews are incredible. He will love it!

 

BEEF JERKEY ~Any Kind of Jerkey is always a huge hit, the boys are getting this.

 

BEER SOAPS ~I have gotten this soap for my hubs. This bundle is terrific. 

FOR HER

You asked for it; ideas for the gals..here are some of the best!!

 

MUD PIE BAG ~This canvas initial bag is so darn cute and practical! I love everything from mud pie!

SHOWER STEAMERS ~These smell absolutely divine in the steam from your shower! Like a spa at home! I recommend them every year because they are such a luxurious gift at such a low price.

FRUIT INFUSER WATER BOTTLE ~I don’t know about you but I love putting things like mint and fruit in my water sometimes! This bottle is the perfect way to infuse it!

PEARL BRACELET ~Pearls are just so darn classy and this bracelet is really really sweet and looks very expensive in person.

SALT SCRUB ~Another spa experience with this wonderful scrub, Himalayan pink sea salt is the best!

NECKLACE ~I think just about everybody loves necklaces and the layered book is so in! Plus bonus, initials!

BEAUTIFUL PERFUME ~I forgot how much I love Estee Lauder Beautiful perfume! What a great gift!

PERFECT BLANKET ~So soft, affordable, and cozy; need I say more! I will because it is under $30!!

YANKEE CANDLE ~I used to love going into the Yankee Candle store! I used to get them as gifts all the time and I love that you can get them on Amazon now! This scent, HOME SWEET HOME is my favorite!

FIDDLE PLANT ~Do you know I have a green thumb for outside, inside not so much but did you know you can get real plants on Amazon? The boys his girlfriends love indoor plants and this is such a great price!

BATH SET ~You cannot go wrong for the price with everything that comes in this cute little bathtub! Another great gift for her!

Happy Amazon-ing, LOL

HUGS for a GREAT week!

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xoxo