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Blanket scarves for winter

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blanket scarves for winter

Pictured: Booties / Jeans (super comfortable!) / Handbag / Ring / Nail Polish / Blanket Scarf (I love this!!)

Blanket scarves are a huge trend this fall season, as well as for the upcoming winter season. The blanket scarf has been a hot trend for a couple of winter seasons now, and this year, blanket scarves are huge!

The blanket scarf is an amazing phenomena. It does double duty as both an on-trend, “street style” trend, as well as act as a practical necessity in cold weather. Love that!

The hottest styles of blanket scarves are plaid. Any type of plaid blanket scarf is hot. In addition to plaid, on-trend blanket scarves are either large, oblong scarves, or large square scarves. The small neck scarves which are about a foot wide, are not as popular.

The fun thing about blanket scarves this winter season, is that they are not very expensive! Of course, if you want a luxury blanket scarf, there are several styles on the market for over $200, or much, much more! Although you can buy a luxury blanket scarf, most blanket scarves are under $100, making it an accessible trend for every budget.

Since blanket scarves can be found for under $100, and well under $50, this winter shopping season, they make fabulous holiday gifts! You cannot go wrong giving a blanket scarf this holiday season. They are in style, one size fits all, and extremely practical! To see all my gift ideas for this holiday season, please click here for my gift guide.

Blanket scarves are incredibly cozy. They are as warm as a sweater, or lightweight jacket. This makes them perfect for our weather here in the San Francisco Bay Area. We can wrap ourselves up in a blanket scarf, and when the fog burns off in the afternoon, we can unwrap the scarf, or stuff it in our purse! Love that! They also warm up a sweater or coat on very cold days. Double love!

I cannot get enough of blanket scarves this fall season. I am already wearing them often, so I know when winter officially arrives, I will be wearing them non-stop!

Since blankets carves are a hot street style trend, and ideal Christmas gift, I found a few fabulous blanket scarves around the web, and assembled them into the shopping widget below. Most of my picks are well under $100. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Blanket scarves for winter:

Laurel Burch jewelry

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Prada / Lipstick: Chanel Melancholie / Earrings: c/o Laurel Burch / Blanket Scarf: Monki / Sweater: Alice + Olivia (old, also love this one) / Necklace: c/o Laurel Burch / Tee: Halogen / Bracelet: Kendra Scott / Handbag: Chloe / Nail Polish: Chanel Singuliere / Jeans: Current Elliott /  Booties: Sam Edelman

It has been cold lately! No secret that winter weather is trying to take over the rest of fall! When I am bundled up with a giant sweater, scarves, etc, it is nice to have bold jewelry peeking out in order to balance out my bulky, cold weather clothing. This Laurel Burch necklace and earrings are perfect for spicing up my giant, cold weather gear!

Did I say Laurel Burch? Yes! Yes, I did! Raise your hand if you remember Laurel Burch! My hand is waaaaaaaay up in the sky! I actually have fond memories of Laurel Burch jewelry, and artwork, from when I was a child.

My Mom usually went shopping, or ran errands, when I was at school, or with my Grandma. So one day, when she announced we were going to Laurel Burch’s studio in Sausalito, I was beyond thrilled! I did not know who she was, but on the car ride there, my Mom told me how she was an amazing artist and jeweler. My Mom had spotted other women in Marin (where I grew up) wearing her jewelry, and had asked them about it. So on this day, back in the early 1980s, we were on an adventure to see a local artist.

I cannot remember if the studio was permanent, or if it was assembled pop-up style, what I do remember is that we attended a special event, and I was the only kid there. I felt really special since my Mom chose to take me! I remember seeing Laurel Burch artwork, and my Mom meeting the designer herself. It was a special day. I remember the earrings my Mom purchased for herself. My Mom still owns those earrings, and wears them often.

Fast forward to present day, and Laurel Burch’s daughter has revived the company. She has released new, and classic jewelry designs which are in line with Laurel Burch’s style; as well as modern fashion. Love that!

The “Haight” earrings, and necklace, I am wearing in the photos above, are absolutely amazing. The quality is top-notch, and the style is classic yet unique. I cannot go anywhere without receiving compliments from strangers on this jewelry! Talk about an ego boost!!

I am excited about Laurel Burch jewelry, and definitely have a few more pieces on my Christmas wish list. Hopefully Santa has a large sleigh this year 😉

You can find more amazing designs by Laurel Burch online at LaurelBurchJewelry.com. All of her jewelry will make great holiday gifts! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Laurel Burch jewelry and accessories that I love:

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Holiday Gift Guide 2015

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Holiday gift ideas for her

From top left: Handbag (under $200) / Blanket Scarf (under $25) / Watch (eco-conscious and under $50)  / Lipstick (luxury under $100!) / Sweater (under $90) / Lipstick and Nail Polish gift set (under $90) / Rings (two for under $60) / Skincare pots (under $40 for two!) / Portable phone charger (MUST-HAVE! Under $25) / Earrings (under $40) / Hat and mittens set (under $60)

The holidays are here! This means it is time to start stocking up on gifts for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and any holiday you celebrate! The best gifts for her, gifts for your BFF, gifts for Mom, gifts for co-workers, and gifts for anyone on your list, are on store shelves right now. People are already shopping, and the longer we wait, the less we will find for our loved ones! Personally, I love being done with my shopping by Thanksgiving. That way I can enjoy all the parties that come with with Christmas season!

Without further adieu, here are the perfect gifts for her this holiday season!

Blanket scarves are a HUGE trend right now. Not only are they cozy and soft, blanket scarves are hot on the street. Everyone covets a blanket scarf in plaid. Due to this fabulous, and very cozy, street style trend, I found a few fabulous blanket scarves around the web, and assembled them into the following widget for easy shopping. I hope you love them! Several of them are on my wish list for Christmas!

Portable phone chargers are hot on people’s holiday gift wish list this season. Portable phone chargers are a must-have while at work, on the go, and while traveling. I always carry two with me when I am out. I would die without them! They keep me connected. This is why portable phone chargers make the perfect gift, and practical gift, for that special someone on your list! Here are few stylish, and practical, portable phone chargers she will love for Christmas, or whichever holiday she celebrates!

Cameras make fabulous holiday gifts! With digital technology, DSLR cameras have become increasingly easy to use. For this reason, everyone wants one! My favorite is Nikon, but there are several sets, or kits, on the market which are reliable. Here are my picks for holiday gifts this season.

What girl doesn’t love shoes? More specifically, what girl doesn’t love over-the-knee boots! They are a huge trend this season from both the runways, and the streets. If you know her shoe size, here are a few fabulous over-the-knee boots for holiday gift giving this season.

Every girl wants to look, and smell, her best. Why not give her the gift of beauty this holiday season? The following beauty gifts for the holidays are both on trend, and in demand, this holiday season.

Keep her cozy this holiday season with beanies, hats, coats, turtleneck sweaters, mittens, robes, and slippers! Here are a few fabulous ways to keep cozy this winter. Every girl wants something cozy for Christmas! Or any holiday this winter for that matter!

While men love their cars, women loves their handbags. Why not get her the IT bag du jour for the holidays? She will LOVE you forever. Here are the current IT bags for 2015, and into 2016, that she will love to see under the Christmas tree this year.

Jewelry is always the perfect go-to gift for the holiday season. Here are a few well-priced baubles she will love to receive this holiday season.

There are you have it! The perfect gifts for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and any holiday you give gifts for this winter season! Enjoy the holidays, happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉