Small Modern Glass Taper Holder … curated on LTK

Welcome to my 2024 home gift guide – where I did things very differently this year. After years of combing websites to find the good stuff and then making graphics to show you, I decided to treat myself to days and days of IRL product testing and vetting at my favorite retailers (small business and makers gift guide is still in the works, FYI) and collected a ton of really good stuff – ranging from $3 to $200 (most under $100). All of these are STAND OUT pieces in my mind – some simpler (like a really good-looking but affordable notepad) and some pretty epic (like the velvet lamp that is under $100). The most perfect color for a Dutch oven for $40 (which Emily M. bought from me because it’s so pretty) and that excellent bright blue round pillow from Schoolhouse (and Clare V. collection). LTKGiftGuide LTKCyberWeek LTKFindsUnder100

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Small Modern Glass Taper Holder Pink - Threshold™: 4-Inch Stand for Tabletop Decor | Target

Blue Velvet and Brass Empire Shade Table Lamp | World Market

Alester Round Smooth Metal Drink Table Black - Threshold™: Luxury Glam Style, Iron Pedestal Bas... | Target

4"x6" Hinged Brass Picture Frames Antique Finish (Set of 2) - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia | Target

Wavy Shade Collection with Ceramic Base Table Lamp Green - Threshold™ | Target

Set of 2 Diamond Shaped Taper Candles Purple - Room Essentials™ | Target

8" x 10" Stallion on Canvas Board with Ant Frame Gold/Light Brown - Threshold™ designed with St... | Target

DesignWorks Ink Standard Issue Ledger No. 7 Black To Do List Notepad, 5" x 6" - Aesthetic Desk Ac... | Amazon (US)

200pg Unruled Notepad Dark Green - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia | Target

Large Green Holiday Winter Fir Wood Tree Sculpture + Reviews | Crate & Barrel | Crate & Barrel

Round Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven 5 Quart | World Market

Small Light Blue Ceramic Modern Ribbed Baking Dish with Lid | World Market

Pigeon Toe Butter Dish, Ceramic, Handmade | Food52 | Food52

Handblown Indian Colored Glass Goblet | World Market

Tall Ceramic Organic Modern Vase - Threshold™: Hand Wash, Tabletop Decor, Watertight Bottle Vas... | Target

Blue and Green Ceramic Striped Pedestal Planter | World Market

Small Matte Ceramic Speckle Glaze Vase - Threshold™ designed with Studio McGee: Handled Amphora... | Target

Marble Dish White - Threshold™ designed with Studio McGee | Target

Schoolhouse x Clare V.® Pablo Velvet + Linen Circle Pillow | Schoolhouse

Christina Lundsteen Holly Cushion Cover | Anthropologie (US)

The Sophie Faux-Fur Throw Blanket: Striped Edition | Anthropologie (US)

Schoolhouse x Pendleton® Canebrake Wool Blanket | Schoolhouse

Corinn Striped Woven Cotton Velvet Pillow | Anthropologie (US)

Hammered Glass Decorative Vase Blue - Threshold™ | Target

Velvet Jacquard Geo Square Throw Pillow - Threshold™ | Target

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I snagged some candles and more from Anthropologie and was VERY impressed. These candles smell incredible and would make awesome gifts y’all. Linking some of my other favorite giftable items as well :)

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I’m obsessed with this floral set, but TBH the legs came in so long that I didn’t have time to hem them and they are ridiculous. I put the top on the gift guide but hadn’t tried on the pants so I was happy that the quality and colors are awesome. I would absolutely wear this to a holiday function where I needed to look fun, but more sophisticated (i.e. a work party?). But I would also wear it to a cocktail party in lieu of a little dress or for a speaking engagement. It’s just powerful but still feminine. Maybe not the most festive holiday outfit, but I wanted to show it off anyway.

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Ok, this is very, very “me” if I had to do “cocktail attire”. A tiny silver sequin skirt (this one is from Reformation, but I’ve seen this Target one on social that looks really good) and a vintage-inspired sweatshirt (Anine Bing via Shopbop). Throw on some over-the-knee boots (that come in a lot of different leather colors) and some jewelry and I am totally ready to go out and feel cute, but still with that casual vibe.

I think a sequin skirt is such a good party attire investment. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, and New Year’s.

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As Kaitlin put it when she first saw me in this shirt, “NOW THAT’S A ‘BLOUSE'”. I know this top isn’t for everyone (it’s not particularly sexy), but it’s absolutely giving 1990 Martha Stewart in the best of ways for me. It’s blue and green plaid TAFFETA!!!…. with pretty covered buttons and massive puff sleeves. It’s so fun to wear, feels very me, but in a bit of a Trad Wife costume. Of course, I dressed it down here with distressed drop crotch jeans (it’s voluminous so I like putting something more streamlined on the bottom) but I wish I had worn it with a tighter waist (it’s a really thin fabric that is easy to tuck). The patent leather Mary Jane’s heels come in many colors and are so cute. I also bought this top in black velvet which is really drapey and soft, FYI (it comes in a lot of colors).

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I LOVE this sweater – the color is so pretty and the inside is knit so it’s really cozy for being covered in sequins. I dressed it up a bit with black (waxed) trousers, but I would more likely wear this with jeans to a holiday event. It feels festive and fun, but since the color is more understated (a really rich coppery aubergine) it isn’t as bold. The top is a wide mock turtleneck and it’s a boxier cut (I’m wearing a small) with skinny arms. Just so easy to wear and so comfortable for “sequins”.

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This jacket says “I want to be holiday-friendly” but with just one piece. Of course, you could dress it up over a dress or a mini skirt, but I think on its own over jeans it still feels festive and totally comfortable (and the green color definitely has a lot of longevity, versus a brighter red). The white tank is from Free People via Shopbop, the jeans are new Madewell barrel jeans, the shoes are old, the silver bag is from Anthro, necklaces are from Anthro and J.Crew. Big fan of these barrel jeans from Madewell – I know that barrel jeans are everywhere but these have the best cut and are on the more affordable side. They aren’t toooo wide or tooooo high-waisted (more mid-rise). The cut is GREAT and I like where it hits (ankle length).

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Along the same lines as the velvet blazer, a really festive jacket like this dressed up any outfit. This sequin jacket is more of a long blazer, duster even. It has really great firm shoulders that create a nice drape that is really flattering (not trying to be flattering, instead just a straight drop in a good way. Shoes are from Madewell (I liked the simplicity and the sharper toe with the fancier long jacket). Same barrel pants and a Clare V. purse I’ve had forever.

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I’m not going to say that every woman needs to have at least one leopard faux fur coat in their closet, but I’m sure someone fancier than I would say that. It does seem like a pretty good staple for special occasions (and so warm). This one is SO SOFT and I think really well priced. It has pockets, has a great color combo, and can easily be dressed down with jeans and some pointy heels or dressed up over a dress or skirt.

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A few of my favorite tech gifts are all in MAJOR sale right now - all at Best Buy. Grab a smart speaker for the audiophile, a home camera for the security-savvy, or a smart thermostat (the gift that keeps on giving all year, TBH). #bestbuypartner

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TWEEN ROOM TOUR!! When it comes to designing for kids (and especially tweens) I've learned the VERY hard way that their style and color preferences will change DAILY so be very careful on permanent commitments (even paint and wallpaper) - no matter how much they LOVE pink, they may not quite literally the next week. So for my 9 year old niece's bedroom I kept the foundational pieces and walls/floors super high quality and neutral, and then we layered on all the fun (knowing that she'll likely want to change or add stuff as she gets older). It's just so fun and pretty (and the pieces are heirloom quality, she can literally have them through adulthood). We worked with a lot of our favorite companies on this one and of course used one of our favorite rugs (the Elliot, from @rugsusa). She LOVES IT.

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These are the best curtain lights/twinkle lights/Christmas lights - no matter what YOU call them, they’re subtle by day and ultra cozy by night. Hang in a window for maximum impact.

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Need a gift for a host or chef? I’ve got you. (You can’t go wrong with some design-forward candles, bowls, dishes, or serving utensils.)

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For this year’s installment of “gifts your kids will actually play with and not become land-fill items nor just look pretty and take up space on their shelves,” I had my kids, once again, tell me what their favorite gifts have been the last few years – and what they want this year.

The Razor Go Cart was a HUGE hit last year (Charlie’s big present). Charlie is begging for a hoverboard this year (which Elliot broke her arm from in 2020), and he’s promised to gear up. He also wants Uggs 🙂 Elliot wants an electric guitar and also wants slippers and a cozy robe. Other ideas – jewelry boxes (of all kinds) and diaries (with locks on them).

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