Friday Favorites: Black Friday

TGI - Black Friday! I hope that you had a blessed Thanksgiving with loved ones giving thanks for all the blessings you've been given! 

My family did something different this year. We had Ryan home with us, a first in several years!!! We also have his brother & wife living just outside of Charlotte now and his parents in town so we gave thanks all together.  But we didn't cook, we decided to have dinner at the Ritz Carlton. 

It was such lovely, delicious and so nice to be served with no mess! I did miss the coziness of being at home. 

Before the dinner ... I started my day running in the Turkey Trot!

It was a super cold start, 36F, but by the last mile I was very warm. Vivian loved cheering for me and insists on running with me next year.

She told me several times that she was proud of me! 

There are SO MANY sales that quite frankly I find it all a bit overwhelming.

But it is a nice opportunity to purchase at a good price. I couldn't possibly cover it all nor would I want to.

Here are my favorite items on sale ...

FLEECE TURTLENECKS

I LOVE these and have never seen them at this big of a discount - 40% off!

Tons of colors

ANTHROPOLOGIE

30% off - Particularly great for sweaters, dresses & my personal fav jeans.

Mother denim is what I wear 75% of the time. They're an investment and rarely on sale!

J CREW

These faux leather pants are the best! So comfortable and high quality.

They are TTS and have always been excluded from promotions. 

J crew is a great place for classic pieces - I even found some great things for Vivian.

ANN TAYLOR

They have some gorgeous royal purple pieces as well as holiday that are so striking! 

A great time to get sharp pieces for the office as well. 

LOFT

This puff sleeve sweater is so cute!

SHOPBOP

A fabulous opportunity for splurge items at a rare discount

Veronica Beard is one of my new favs but quite the splurge - happy to see some of her pieces on sale.

SAKS 5th AVENUE

Sales and also $75 gift cards with purchase!

I have this bright sweater in my cart & This dress is so versatile with a vibrant print.

Dress Beautifully Shopping Sales

XOXO Sarah Louise

Friday Favorites: Black Friday Finds

 TGI - Black Friday. Do you get super jazzed for all the sales?? Or do you avoid it all and decorate your house for Christmas?? I'm somewhere in the middle.  I don't venture out with the crowds but I do browse my favorite retailers online for deals on items that are rarely discounted. 

Favorite Sales:

J Crew - 40% off everything 60% off sale

Tucker Nuck - 20-30% off

Shopbop - 15-30% off

Ann Taylor - 50% off

Anthropologie - 30% off

Here are some of my favorite finds on sale ...

Pink Coat

5 colors

Cropped Cable Cardigan

Floral Dress

Pink Dress

Tie Dye Top

Chambray Top

Fair Isle Cardigan

Favorite Jeans

Bow Tie Dress

Quilted Down Coat

Black Poplin Dress

Puff Sleeve Denim Jacket

Dress Beautifully in Black Friday Bargain Finds

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Friday Favorites: 5 Things Instead of Shopping

TGIF! It's not just any Friday, it's Black Friday.  Gals, the shopping promotions are on overload. I know you're thinking that's a bit hypocritical for a fashion blogger.  Yes, both hands raised I love to shop but limits are necessary.  I do believe in trying purchase all the gifts you plan to give or at least have a list of what you plan to give completed in November so that you can enjoy the holiday season.  And today is a great day to cross some items off your list at a great price. But let's not let it cloud the day or the reason we gift in the first place, to show love and appreciation.

I LOVE and insist upon purchasing below full price but I find that today the retail indulgence is over the top.

Family is my favorite

So, rather than focusing on accumulating more things, here are 5 delightful things to do the day after Thanksgiving that I promise will bring you more joy than the temporary high of a new purchase:

DECK THE HALLS

I love that we have 3 stocking to hang.

We could always find Scragley underneath the tree hanging out or napping

He truly was a gift!

Remembering the REAL reason for the season in our home.

And it's about time to pull the elf out! She should actually enjoy finding him this year.

Go ahead and go full force into Christmas mode and decorate your home.

I'm a stickler for waiting until after we give gratitude on Thanksgiving.

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSET

Before the addition of things at Christmas and we start a new year, I believe it's nice to remove items that are no longer needed.  Its a great feelings ending and starting a year on a clean note.

CHRISTMAS CARDS

I absolutely adore sending love through the mail and Christmas cards bring a smile to my face all month long. If you haven't purchased yours yet you can have your mailing list and supplies ready (tape, address labels and stamps)

PLAY OUTSIDE

I raked our front yard this week ... it's now buried again under a blanket of leaves UGH

Afternoon Running with my Sidekick - this hat :)

If the weather allows enjoy the fresh air with some yard work (it's literally raining leaves here), Christmas decorating, exercising or even readying a book while enjoying nature around you.

FELLOWSHIP

Such a fun night out with my sisters last week!

Spend time with your family/friends.  Most folks are off of work and it's a nice time to stop and enjoy quality moments together.  Bust out a board game or puzzle or even just snuggle up with a good movie.

She is proof that you can't buy happiness!

Dress Beautifully Doing the Things that are Priceless

XOXO Sarah-Louise