I was recently asked if I would partner with other moms to showcase some holiday outfit ideas, and so of course I said YES!!

I had to take some photos for other social media posts recently, and loved the outfit I put together for that, so I’m sharing that now with you for this post as well. 🙂

I happened to be at The Summit a few weeks ago and immediately made a bee line for the clearance wall.  To my surprise, they had all sale items marked an additional 40% off!  My eyes were immediately drawn to this skirt.  As a momma, midi skirts work well because they are long-ish and allow me to bed over, squat, jump, you name it, without flashing the world; all while trying to chase after my 3-year old, who is usually chasing after my 7-year old.  Sigh.  If you’re tired after reading THAT sentence, you understand how tired I am after chasing kids around!

I checked just DAYS ago to see if this skirt was on sale and it said it was sold out, so I don’t know what happened between Black Friday and now, but apparently it is magically back in stock.  No complaints here though, as I am able to share it with you and some of you may even decide to purchase it!

I paired it with a shell I bought for $12 from Marshalls, and a $15 cardigan (it was on sale) from Target.  The necklace, omg, is BEEEEAAAAUUUTIFUL!!!  My friend Yasi of Hello Gorgeous blog recently opened up a jewelry boutique and sent me a piece to style with my outfits.  I am in LOVE with it.  Best of all, it’s less than $30!!  The necklace is linked above for those of you interested.  Check out the other necklaces she has in stock in case you are in need of additional baubles for the holidays or to gift to loved ones and friends.

Here with Heather of My Life Well Loved

Outfit details:  Necklace, Hello Gorgeous Boutique // Cardigan, Target // Top, Marshalls, similar here and here // Skirt, JCrew, here //  Shoes, Marc Jacobs (old), similar here and here//

Finally, my friend over at Take Time for Style is hosting a $250 Nordstrom Gift Card giveaway, so make sure to click here to enter.  Who passes up a chance to win free money?? I don’t!! You shouldn’t either!

Anyhoo, let me know if any of you end up buying this skirt and if you style it, I’d love to see photos!  Feel free to post them below or share them with me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.  I’d love to see what you come up with!

Until next time!  Stay ‘Chic’!

Photo by Amanda Moses

Did everyone get enough Turkey and trimmings to get them through the next month??  I hope so!!  I know I did and I’m officially in Christmas mode.  After dinner, I ended up doing a little Black Friday shopping at The Summit.  I posted all the deals on Instagram Stories. Hours and store deals are found in the last two blog posts (here and here) in case you are interested in reading them.  Briefly, Gap has a monster sale and so did Belk.  I scored bigtime!

Anywho, as of today, I am prepping for Christmas.  We will be undergoing a kitchen remodel in the coming weeks (more to come on that), but should be ready for Christmas and I am SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!  So excited.  First item on my to-do list:  Christmas cards. Plan is to get photos taken, printed and mailed by next week.

This year, I plan to use pics from our visit to the North Pole at The Summit.  If you haven’t been there before, it is this SUPER cute space in Saks Plaza (the area by Saks Fifth Avenue, Loft, JCrew, etc).  Beginning today, Friday, November 25 through December 24, you (and/or your kids) can have your picture taken with Santa!! He’s going to be hanging out at the North Pole for the next month.  Don’t worry, the elves are taking care of toy orders. 😉

The North Pole at the Summit is this amazing place with things to do and eat for the kids and also for you!  When you walk in, displays from Sugar Boo, Leaf and Petal (including a Christmas Tree Farm), Birmingham Candy and others line the sides of the space.

Photos by Jennifer Hagler

The North Pole experience and visiting with Santa are free of charge, while professional photos by are available for purchase Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Check out this adorable photo by Amanda Moses of my boys with Santa at the North Pole!

Photo by Amanda Moses

Appointments to have pictures taken with Santa are available by clicking HERE.

*Walk-ins are welcome as well. 

When you click on the link, you will be taken to this page:

Click on the “BOOK AN APPOINTMENT” button, and that will lead you here:

There, you have the option to book an appointment to take a photo with Santa or with Ruffy Claus!  Fill in all the necessary info and voila!  You’re all set!

If you are interested in booking, Santa Hours are:
Monday: 12-6 PM
Tuesday: 12-4 PM
Wednesday: 12-6 PM
Thursday: 12-6 PM
Friday: 12-6 PM { Professional photography available + appointments }*
Saturday: 12-6 PM { Professional photography available + appointments }*
Sunday: 12-6 PM { Professional photography available + appointments }*

My friend Heather of My Life Well Loved also had photos taken of her adorable son with Santa, so be sure to check out her post as well for additional Christmas Card inspiration!

Photos by Amanda Moses

Let me know if you make it to the North Pole in the coming weeks!  I plan to go again and this time, plan to do some shopping.  I did walk away with some Birmingham candy before leaving because well, it was simply irresistible.  After all, I must add some fat to my body so I don’t freeze this winter.  Bears, squirrels, and other animals do it…so…I should too, right?!  LOL.  Sigh, I know, the answer is no.  But, life is short, so eat the candy, take your picture with Santa, and simply…be merry!!

PS – If you’re a bit nutzo like me and need ANOTHER checklist in your life, check out this one I made for Christmas.  You’re welcome. 😉

PDF version to print here: christmas-checklist

Until next time!  Stay ‘Chic’!

Yesterday, I told you about the deals you’ll find where I’ll be shopping:  The Summit in Birmingham, AL!  Today, I’m sharing with you all the online deals should you decide to not leave your casita. 🙂

Before you shop, make sure to sign up for eBates and get some money back on your purchases!  I’ve made $350 back in rebates this year alone!  Here is my referral link if you decide to sign up: EBATES.

Happy Shopping and Happy Thanksgiving!!

AMAZON:  Take 30% off on nearly all clothing, shoes, handbags, and jewelry that ships directly from Amazon! Ends 11/25. 

ANN TAYLOR: Take 50% off on your entire purchase! Code: CELEBRATE. Ends 11/27.

BAUBLEBAR: 30% off  Code: HOLIDAY30

BANANA REPUBLIC: 50% off one item, 40% off the rest of your purchase.
Codes: BFFIFTY and BRFORTY

BARNEYS: 40% off

BCBG:  50% off sitewide, no code required! 20% off on all purchases of $150+, in addition to the 50% off savings! Code RMN20150. Ends 11/27.

BODEN: 30% off on all purchases! Spend $49+ to get free shipping, too. Code 3Y8N. Ends 11/28.

COACH: 30% off    Code: THANKS2016

EXPRESS: 50%  No code needed.

JCREW: 40% off      Code: HOLIDAY

JCREW FACTORY: Extra 50% off sitewide (no code required) plus take an extra 20% off on all purchases of $100+ with code WHOAGIFTS. Ends 11/27.

KATE SPADE: Up to 75% off! No code required–but you must click here to access the secret sale. Ends 11/26.

LOFT: 40% off    Code: THANKS.  Also, 50% off on entire purchase with code BERRYGOOD. 50% offer limited time only.

MADEWELL: 25% off on their entire purchase. All orders also ship completely free, no minimum purchase required.  Code THATSALE. Ends 11/27.

OLD NAVY: Up to 50% off

TARGET: Click here for Black Friday deals.

URBAN OUTFITTERS: Buy one, get one 50% off on all apparel. No code required. Ends 11/25.

Until next time!  Stay ‘Chic’!