STYLE: Holiday Style

I love any excuse to dress up and the holidays are no different. I’m a sucker for dresses with beautiful details like puffy sleeves or in a rich velvet fabric. I’ve curated a little collection of some great pieces for your holiday season, even if you’re just staying home - it’s a great excuse to put on something beautiful.

Recently discovered designer Kika Vargas (Shop Kika Vargas pieces here). Her work is really beautiful and I love how feminine it is. Self Portrait made this gorgeous burnt orange colored dress I can’t stop thinking about. I think it could work so well on most skin tones, mine is a bit olive so I’m debating if this would clash a little with my skin but ugh it’s so good (shop Self Portrait dresses here). Love the Veronica Beard dress I linked above. It’s just easy but perfectly feminine with the high neck and tiered babydoll design. This dress is so good for Thanksgiving or a Christmas party (shop more Veronica Beard here).

Reformation makes some amazing holiday dresses. I could truly see myself wearing all the ones I’ve shown above and on multiple occasions. I feel like they have been better about making more classic styles that can be worn a lot. I wish I could buy them all and just wear throughout this holiday season but I’ll have to settle on just one I guess!

Clearly I’m loving a dramatic sleeve this season. I’ve been wearing this dress from Brochu Walker a ton and I think this is where my sleeve obsession began. (I have a code for them if you’re interested in any of their pieces but this dress has been a dream! Use code MINDYKOENIGSFELD15 at checkout!)

Do you dress up for the holidays or would you rather be cozy in sweaters and sweats or jeans? Let me know in the comments.

Xx

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GIFT GUIDE: For the Host.

The holidays are just around the corner and I’m finishing up gift guides for all your needs, and mine! These are my mental notes on things I will be gifting this holiday season.

Since parties and get together are starting, I figured a host gift guide would be the best place to start. It’s always a good idea to show up with something special for the person or people that are hosting. I love personalized gifts like a bottle of their favorite wine but sometimes you want to take it up a notch around the holidays and give something a little bit more special. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite items to gift.

GLAZE STUDIO “u” candle (shop more candles here) / TOM DIXON espresso cups + French press (shop more Tom Dixon here) / ASSOULINE Tuscany Marvel (shop more coffee table books here) / GEORG JENSEN stainless steel wine decanter with funnel (shop more Georg Jensen here) / AESOP room spray (shop more Aesop here) / DIPTYQUE feu de bois candle (shop more Diptyque here) / FLAMINGO ESTATE olive oil and blackberry vinegar set (shop more Flamingo Estate here)

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I love this candle by Glaze Studio. So unique and such a beautiful piece to gift. It’s like a work of art and a gorgeous centerpiece for a special holiday dinner. They recently came out with a black candle that’s just a little bit more romantic - I love!

These Tom Dixon pieces are so timeless and chic. I love the espresso cups. A perfect way for your host(s) to elevate their morning along with the French Press. Imagine pouring yourself coffee from this when you visit? See it’s great for the both of you! haha you also can’t go wrong with a wine decanter. This one is beautiful and classic with touch of modern design in the stainless steel details.

These other two goodies are also items you can’t go wrong with! A beautiful room spray and a candle. Love a seasonal scent so they can be used right away. Love this one from Aesop, it’s notes are pink pepper with tobacco and rose - and this candle is one of my absolute favorites. Smells like a warm fire with the most perfect notes of burning wood, so familiar and yet so special.

Lastly, something for a host that enjoys their ingredients. This special duo from my latest obsession, Flamingo Estate. “The Dinner Table essentials”, perfect for everything from salad dressings to sauces or enjoyed with a beautifully loaf of bread.

If you’d like to skip dealing with deliveries and such other great options are picking up goodies from the local farmers markets and supporting your community. Honeys, jams, flowers, wine, or even better - a basket full of all of these!

What will you be gifting this season to your wonderful hosts or are you hosting this year? Don’t forget to be safe while enjoying this holiday season.

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Tis the Season

May you all have a blessed and wonderful Christmas. Eat, drink and be merry!

Much love,

              Mindy

Weekend Inspiration: 3.

Absolutely smitten over holiday colored flower crowns lately. I think I had my fill of them for a while when they were seen at every music festival imaginable and I completely blame Lana Del Rey - it's ok though girlfriend, cause now we have creatives who have made these beautiful flower crowns and I absolutely love them.

I'm thinking about making one for myself for Christmas - wearing it with an oversized knit or a simple black dress will really make it pop. I'll keep you all updated if I venture into craftmaking.

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What do you all think of these flower crowns? Or have you had enough of them?

Want to try and venture to make one with moi? This is the best tutorial I've found on youtube - simple and easy to follow steps and explanations. Check it out HERE.

Let me know if you try it and e-mail me pics or tag me in your instagram pictures - I would love to see them!!

Holiday Gift Guide: The Perfect Houseguest

The Holidays are quickly approaching and we are just about to start getting our fill of pumpkin pie. Best part of the holidays - in my opinion - is gathering together with friends and family. Whether it be in your own home or you visiting  someone's home the time spent together is something incredible special - with a side of crazy if you're speaking about my family. If you are visiting someone's home for the holidays it's polite to bring them a little present. There is a lot of work that goes behind preparing a meal or for visitors so take that into consideration when choosing a gift for your host. These are my picks for most appropriate gifts to give and ones that will be appreciated - I'm sure - by your oh so gracious host. 

ONE: Candles - I LOVE candles, to an overwhelming point where my mom asks me to blow some out cause I'm burning too many at one time in my room. Lighting a candle just sets a mood of relaxation and when vanilla and musk fills your room - there is nothing more comforting. This is my number one gift to give on any occassion - guaranteed your host will love it. Just be cautious with the scents - don't go for something odd like 'black sand' cause no one wants to know what the heck that smells like. [Diptyque Candel Mimosa | Options: 1. | 2. | 3. | 4. ]

TWO: For the darling in the kitchen, get him or her a beautiful apron. One with an elegant pattern or just a simple black is a surprisingly nice gift for those who think of all the mouths they will feed over the holidays before their own. [Gold and White Apron | Options: 1. | 2. ]

THREE: I'm a big fan of champagne glasses. They have an air of elegance to them even if you're just cheers-ing away in the kitchen. To take them up a notch for your host - buy some fun modern flutes. These inside out champagne flutes are so pretty! If you can - try to bring a bottle of Veuve to the party as well. Also, don't forget that glassware comes in even numbers so buy either two or four (or six - you get the picture). [Inside Out Champagne Glasses | Options: 1. | 2. | 3. ]

FOUR: A sturdy cutting board is always needed in a kitchen so buying one made of a beautiful wood like this is really special. It can have multiple purposes - for cutting, serving, or displaying. I love this one from Crate & Barrel made from driftwood - the tone of the wood is really stunning. [Heritage Driftwood Cutting Board | Options: 1. | 2. ]

So there you have my Houseguest Gift Guide! Hope it makes the holidays a little easier for you as you show your gratitude!