Holiday Card Photos 2018

December is finally here and I cannot believe how fast it arrived ! We’ve been decking just about every corner of our new little space for the holiday season and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! It’s fun decorating a new space and we wanted it to feel extra cozy. So I’ll be sharing the finishing touches on here soon. 

Over the weekend Kevin and I had our wonderful friend stop by to help us with our idea for our holiday card. We’ve been sending one out every year since we moved to NYC and look forward to receiving all the mail this month from family & friends. I usually designate a little spot to hang the cards now that most are photos cards ! This year we knew we wanted to not just incorporate a holiday theme but also as a life update. At first I was going to do this right away, but then held off.  

Kevin thinks we’re probably the last people on earth mailing holiday or new year cards, but I disagree! I look forward to coming up with what we’ll do each year. This year was a little more close to home, but in the past we’ve found some great spots around the city for our photos. This is ours from last year as we celebrated our first married Christmas!

This year the front of our card will be more traditional and the back is playful as our “we moved” announcement.

We created our photos through Shutterfly and I’ve been pleased with them in years passed and their shipping is free and arrives fast. They always have a great special going on and if you need a promo code, use this one for 50% off or a free 8x8” photo book! CODE: X4DU-A7Y8-R28G-KMCJGX. Minted is also another great spot for cards!

I’ve shared mine and Kevin’s outfit details in the widget below.

Hope everyone’s December is off to a great start!  

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Cyber Week Sales

This year I’ve been trying to attack my gifting list early and have picked up some small practical gifts along the way for those last minute that you need to throw together unexpectedly. I usually have good luck with those items from TJMaxx /home goods that are practical people pleasers such as winter scented candle, coasters, a nesting tray, or something cozy practical like slippers. I’ve picked up a ton of these extra mini trees from Target that look perfectly styled in a mug or as part of a gift basket.

All of your must know holiday sales, in one spot.

Take advantage of the savings using the promo codes I’ll be sharing throughout the holiday shopping season. There’s never anything wrong with saving a little extra money & time (thank you to free shipping & delivery with so many retailers!) Many of these promos take place from Black Friday through Cyber week.

Happy Sale Shopping!

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Abercrombie

*all jeans 50% off valid 11/25-1/2

Backcountry

*50% off selects Barbour, Patagonia, The North Face & more!

Bloomingdales

*up to 25% off items labeled take 25% off, extra 10% off beauty

Ann Taylor

*Free shipping & 50% off everything code cyber2018

Banana Republic

*Extra 50% off sale styles & 40% off everything.

Express

*50% off everything

J.Crew

*50% off everything & Extra 60% off sale styles with code cyber

Loft

*50% off everything & free shipping

Macys

*Daily Flash Deals free shipping over $25

Nordstrom

*up to 40-60% off

Sam Edelman

*get up to 25% off with code moresam

Tuckernuck

*20% off entire purchase

Wanderlust & Co.

30% off entire purchase with code cyber2018

Cozy Holiday Gift Guide

There’s so many great sales happening to kick off the holiday season and some quick deals for Black Friday. So I thought I would pop on and compile some of my most comforting and cozy items that I absolutely love and use repeatedly as part of my Colors of Colleen Holiday Gift Guide. All of these would make great gifts or a way to boost your own night in items. As much as I love the holiday season, I dread the cold weather depsite being from a cold weather place! So any way I can have some extra self care with a bath bomb, salt scrub, and cozy loungewear I’m content!

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One // Target Pajamas I have this long sleeve pair in black and the short sleeve and short version. They are both so so soft and comfortable to sleep and lounge around in. The best part is they are less than half the price of the expensive Eberjay version and I’ve washed mine so many times and they remain so soft!

Two // Barefoot Dreams Blanket This is the coziest and softest blanket that isn’t too heavy for having a throw on or around the couch. I have the creme version with the grey stripe and even my husband will cover up with it! It’s a must for any couch & It’s 50% off!

Three// Sweater Knit Lounge Leggings My current cozy addiction and these pants are just like the Barefoot Dreams version blanket, but wearable. I felt them in store and there was no going back. I purchased the grey, there’s good stretch and warmth to the pants without them being bulky. I may even order the ivory & have already purchased some to gift. They are half off right now at Old Navy for $20!

Four// Fur Slippers Use Code Friyay for half off. These are marked down to $12 and come in three colors. They would make the perfect gift for that laid back but fab friend.

Five//  Cozy socks from Express everything is 50% off, no code necessary! These are adorable with the little hanging pom poms and are the perfect stocking stuffer or for secret santa.

Six// Laura Mercier Scrub This product smells so delicious for your bath to slip into relaxation mode and is such a great scrub that comes in a ton of scents.

Seven//Sleep Mask De puff and cool down those tired eyes with this set of eye gels that comes with an eye mask.

Eight// Bath Bomb Easy $5 gift for that someone who loves to soak in the tub and these come in so many colors and scents. Perfect for a stocking stuffer gift!

Sharing so many more options below, just click the widget then see the details for all sales. Be sure to copy the promo codes from this webpage for when you finish up your shopping carts! I’ll be sharing more sales soon as the holiday shopping continues. 

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Happy Black Friday shopping!