holidays 2018

Holidays 2018 IT list

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holidays 2018 IT list from top left: brown teddy coat-faux fur / clear tote bag / holiday nail polish / fleece pull-over / faux fur trimmed bootie / turtleneck sweater /

If you have been following along for awhile, then you know I am all about IT items! If you are new here, welcome! Periodically I recap the current IT items of the moment. The whole reason I go to fashion week twice a year is to forecast the trends we will wear in real life. Then from there, the trends get narrowed down by what buyers stock on shelves, and what actually sells. If an item of the moment takes off, it is more than just a trend, it is an IT item.

What defines an IT item? This could be debated. In my opinion, an IT item is something that not only reflects a current trend, it starts a trend and sells out quickly. The items in this post are either IT items which are selling quickly, or they are affordable choices from hot IT trends. I hope you love these trends as much as I do!

  • The Teddy Coat in brown: OK, so teddy coats, or faux fur coats, have been in style for several winter seasons, but this season the ultimate IT teddy coat is in teddy bear brown. You can wear other colors, but the ultimate must-have hue of the moment is brown. The one pictured above is selling out quickly-so snap it up! I bought it in grey and wish I bought the brown one too while it was in stock. Silly me!
  • Clear Tote Bags: The hottest trend in handbags right now, that people actually wear, is the clear tote bag. (cough cough-no-one actually wears fanny packs in real life as cross body bags. Like “fetch,” it’s not going to happen.) The trend in handbags people are actually buying and wearing is the clear tote. The ultimate IT bag of the clear tote world is this cute little one by Staud. You can check out my review of the smaller version here. The larger size, pictured above, is the most popular size they make.
  • Chanel Insolence nail polish: This color is almost sold out, so if you want it, snap it up now! Chanel is usually the one with the IT nail polish hues of the season, so this is not a shocker. This is the only IT nail polish color right now, so if you want IT nails, this is your color!
  • Fleece Pull-Over: The fleece pull-over is a classic, everyday casual piece. This season, it is more popular than usual. Everyone is wearing one! Leave your ski jacket for the slopes, the ultimate cozy cover-up on casual days is the fleece pull-over. The one pictured above is a soft and affordable version which fits nicely into this trend.
  • Faux Fur Trim Booties: Faux fur trimmed booties are a classic cold weather staples. The flat version is hotter than hot this year. The one pictured above is an affordable way to rock this IT shoe trend. If you like the pair I wore on the blog last month, it’s on sale and can be found online here.
  • Turtleneck Sweaters: Turtleneck sweaters are another classic that has put itself front and center this season. The IT sweater of the moment is the turtleneck. You can find body conscious versions such as this one, or the relaxed one above.

Shop the holidays 2018 IT list online:

There you have it! The current IT list of the moment. Which item is your favorite from the list?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

fabulous cold weather boots

Holiday gift ideas at Santana Row 2018

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holidays gifts santana row san jose 2018

Have you been to Santana Row in San Jose lately? It’s beautiful! They really outdid themselves with their holiday decorations this year! The holiday tree is beautiful, and there is a fun mailbox where you can mail letters to Santa! I know the letter I mailed was filled with gifts Santa can find right here on Santana Row.  There are so many things I want! I bet your list is long too!

Chances are, you have not completed your holiday shopping list yet. Same here! The best place to finish your holiday shopping is in San Jose at Santana Row. They have so many fun stores filled with fabulous gifts for the holidays. Plus, you can make a day of it! Arrive early, and you can enjoy brunch at Left Bank, coffee at Cocola, dim sum at Sino; and stay all day so you can enjoy a fabulous dinner at LB Steak! It really is a stay, shop, and play, kind of place to go!

In case you aren’t sure where to begin, I have rounded up four of my favorite shops on the Row and snaped a few pictures to show you my favorite gift ideas from the stores! SO, without further ado, here are my favorite gift ideas from Santana Row this year:

Gifts for the girl who loves glitter: Kendra Scott

As you know, Kendra Scott is one of my favorite jewelry stores. So, of course I would show you the fabulous gifts they have in store! That bold ring is a must-have for anyone on your list who loves to sparkle. The gift sets make shopping easy when you aren’t sure what to get. They also have nail polish, and home decor in store! There is something for everyone who likes a little sparkle in their life at Kendra Scott. Plus, they have plenty of gifts under $100, and under $50. Love that!

Check out these gift ideas and more at the Kendra Scott shop on Santana Row. Call 669.231.0300 for more info.

Gifts for the bold fashionista on your list: Chico’s

Chico’s is such a fun store to find bold, fashionable, and fabulous clothing, accessories, and gifts. You’ll find a treasure trove in store at Chico’s Santana Row! They have a ton of bracelets in the color of 2018 in stock, plus plenty of fabulous scarves and sweaters which make great gifts!

You can check out all these gift ides and more at Chico’s on Santana Row, or call 408.554.9030 for more info.

Gifts for sweet tooth: Sugarfina

There must be plenty of people on your holiday shopping list who love something sweet! Sugarfina has you covered! They have sweet treats for everyone on your list including kids, men, Hello Kitty fans, Mickey Mouse fans, and more!

Stop into the Sugarfina store on Santana Row to see these treats and more, or call 855.784.2734 for more info.

Gifts for the understated fashionista on your list: Aritzia

Aritzia has fabulous, classic sweaters, knits, and more in stock. It is a great place to find something for someone on your list who love understated fashion. They also have fabulous gifts under $100, and under $50. Love that!

Stop into the Aritzia shop on Santana Row or call 408.423.9296 for more info.

Of course, there are so many more shops on Santana Row than what I mentioned here. If you stroll through the Row, you are bound to find something for everyone on your list! Be sure to visit Santana Row’s website and if you can’t find something for that picky person on your list, a Santana Row gift card can be bought at the concierge! Love!

Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulous time shopping on Row! Be sure to tag your photos with #LifeOnTheRow

XOXO

Cathy

*sponsored by Santana Row, all thoughts and opinions are my own

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Holiday gift guide 2018: gifts for her under $50

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gifts for her under 50 holiday gift guide

Holiday gifts under $50 for her from top left: plush pull-over / MAC lipstick gift set / body lotion gift set / crystal brooch (on my list to Santa!) / light blue cardigan / Sugar gift set / makeup brush gift set /

Gift shopping season is underway! Chances are, you have already started to make a dent in your holiday shopping. If you are like me, that means your holiday gift budget is starting to get depleted. Thankfully, there are so many fabulous gifts priced under $50 out there; you are sure to find something for everyone left on your list! Yay!

I’m giving this Sugar gift set to someone on my list, and I am hoping the brush set ends up under the tree for me! What are you hoping for this holiday season?

Fabulous and fashionable gifts under $50 from around the web:

Be sure to check out my beauty gift guide and handbag gift guide for more gift giving ideas! Also, check out my gifts under $100 post and gift ideas for teens!

Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulous holiday shopping season!

XOXO
Cathy