Shop My Casual Christmas Outfit:
Welp, folks: here’s my very last outfit post for 2017!
Next week, I’ll have a couple of posts rounding up my favorite after Christmas sales and a few 2017 highlights, but today I wanted to share a quick, super casual Christmas outfit idea just in case you’re packing to head home for the holidays at the moment. I also wanted to share what I’ll be up to on winter break because a lot of you all asked for more personal posts when I conducted my reader survey this fall!
D.C., Philly or Charlottesville?
Some of you guys have asked me where I’m spending the holiday this year. Since I moved to Philly, I think some of you guys think that my family lives here, but that’s not the case. I grew up with my mom in the D.C. suburbs, and I couldn’t imagine spending this weekend with any other person on the planet.
As for the rest of next week? Well, as I’m typing this, I’m incredibly sick at the moment. I was hoping to squeeze a quick Charlottesville trip in next week since I haven’t visited all month, but my immune system is ultimately going to dictate how much traveling I’ll be doing over break. My BF and I also have no clue where we’re celebrating New Year’s Eve. I have friends in Philly who are doing something low-key, and he has buddies in C’Ville that are throwing a small shindig as well, so I guess we’ll see what we feel like doing!
My Goals for Winter Break
Aside from the handful of posts going live next week, I want to relax and recharge during break. I had a hectic holiday season over on the blog, and I think I slightly overdid it regarding blog partnerships this season. To be perfectly candid, I earn most of my yearly revenue for the blog during the holiday season, so that’s why I kicked everything into overdrive this season.
At the moment, I am creatively burned out. I have a couple of shoots left to do for some very last minute partnerships, but at the moment, I’m running on E. I’m planning on doing a total of ZERO blog photoshoots next week. Unfortunately, I will have to pop in and check a few emails for a few ongoing partnerships, but I have an out of office up and only plan on answering urgent emails.
I’m hoping to read more this winter break — does anyone have any good book suggestions? I’d love to knock out a couple of books next week.
What I Want to Spend My Christmas Gift Cards On
I think I enjoy shopping on December 26th way more than I enjoy Black Friday shopping. Everything is on major sale, and I’ve been to the mall on December 26th at 6 am before in previous years, and it isn’t super crowded. Here are a few picks that I’m eyeing, just in case I don’t see some of these under my tree this year!
- Thirdlove has become a major favorite of mine this year. I’m digging this organic cotton loungewear set, as well as seamless cheeky 3-pack.
- I just realized that I don’t have any slippers (and my hardwood floors are freezing!), so I’m eyeing this pair from J.Crew.
- Anthropologie is great, but it’s even better on sale. I’m majorly digging this cozy cardigan!
- How cute is this cocoon coat from Madewell?
Shop my Casual Christmas Outfit: Jacket | Similar Sweater | Jeans | Shoes | Hat
Photos by Tom McGovern
Such a cute casual look for Christmas!
Belle | One Awesome Momma
Thank you so much Belle!
You look comfy and so put together. I love the shirt peaking out from the other shirt.
Thanks Elise! It’s actually an all in one sweater, no layering required! <3
I hope the break recharges you and you feel more creatively re-charged! I honestly slacked on my blog a lot until like 2 weeks ago because I was in school and all of my spare time was spent on homework. It is a really hard struggle. Balance is so important. Love these shots, they really are great and the green really pops- you look adorable! Happy Holidays!
https://thegoodthingscomin.wordpress.com/
Thank you so much Shannon! Blogging while I was in school was so, so hard, so I can only imagine how difficult these last few weeks must have been for you. I hope you get to relax and recharge as well, happy holidays! 🙂
I love your red hat! It’s such a fun pop of color for a cold holiday season. Great photos too, the light looks lovely!
So glad you liked the photos!
Such a cute outfit for Christmas! I love the pop of color with that red hat!
xx,
Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com
Thank you Amanda! Happy holidays! 🙂
perfect casual look, so cozy!
http://www.layersofchic.com
Thank you so much!
Love your outfit! I hope you have a restful holiday!
Narhee | Made in Mauve
Thank you Narhee! Trying my best to relax!
LOVE this casual look and love that you’re taking a break! I feel like I should do the same too!
Also, every year Matt and I switch back and forth between friend groups for New Year’s Eve — I feel like it’s a good system 😉 Enjoy your Christmas! xx
Pink Champagne Problems
Girl…you deserve the biggest break. I don’t know how you’re balancing everything and still creating amazing content! And that’s a great idea with switching friend groups — this year I think we decided that we’ll go with his friends and head to Charlottesville! Happy early New Year!
Aww dont you look so festive! Absolutely love your big red beanie…that color is just awesome.
Thank you Jennifer! You really can’t beat a red beanie!