Friday's Fancies: Bonfire Beauties

The temperatures in the Northeast this week have been nothing short of frigid, and lighting candles in front of the TV when I get home from work just isn’t cutting it anymore. I’ve been dreaming about fireplaces ever since our trip to Vermont when we fell asleep to a crackling fire every night.

I’m obsessed to the point that I’ve been trying to convince the boy that we need to invest in a gel fireplace. Real warmth, no vent needed: genius, right? Might have just skyrocketed to the top of my Christmas list, if for no other reason than I’m dying for a mantle to hang stockings on…

Fleece | Spur Boots | Toggle Coat | Fair Isle Sweater | Fair Isle Leggings | Faux Fur Snood | Olive Jeans | Winter Boots | Tartan Blanket | Ankle Boot | Mittens | Acorn Studs | Cable Beanie

These super warm and admittedly holiday-inspired (I’ve already started listening to Christmas music…don’t judge me) make me desperate to find a bonfire this weekend – or even a REAL fireplace (ah, the woes of renting) to curl up with my new book (obsessed after two chapters!) in front of this weekend.

Throw in a hot toddy or some spiked mulled cider and you’ve got my recipe perfect winter night. Okay, fine, and some freshly-baked cookies too.

Get cozy with more fireside looks over at {long distance loving}!

Wednesday Wants: BaubleBar & Essie

The new BaubleBar & Essie collab is seriously the culmination of my life's biggest obsession: costumer jewelry and nail polish.

Nail polish has become my shopping kryptonite in the last year or so. I mean, my collection has more than doubled since I posted it. And if my instagram is any indication, I am always, always, always in the mood for a new, fun mani. I'd be lying if I said I didn't change my polish 3 times a week. Insane, I know.

Evidence of this deadly duo; new Butter London polish plus new arm party additions of this and this:

So when I saw the announcement of the new collaboration on Grace's blog, my wallet immediately started crying. Of course, I want every shade from the new Essie line, but if I had to settle on one, it would be "Leading Lady" - the glittery ruby is perfect for the holidays.

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A festive mix of gold, red and holiday sparkle, no?

For $50, are you really gonna hate on that arm party?

Didn't think so.

Which Essie combo would you choose?

Friday's Fancies: Sweater Season

I've finally pulled out my sweater bag for the season; this year, I'm more excited for the cold weather for some reason - and it doesn't hurt that all of my sweaters smell of wintery cedar (from my moth-hole-preventing cedar chips, of course).

Being holed up in the apartment for three days last week got me into a cozy groove. That being said, I was PJed up all day, and my pajamas could use a little more glamour. Or maybe even some "real" clothes in the form of a cozy sweater to cuddle up in...

If I had it my way, this is how I wouldn't ridden out Hurricane Sandy:

West Elm Mongolian Lamb Pillow Cover | Ralph Lauren Cable Wool-Cashmere Circle Cardigan | Ralph Lauren Cable Buckle Cardigan | River Island Faux Fur Snood | Topshop Ombre Faux Fur Vest | L.L. Bean Fisherman’s Cardigan | Scott Nichol Fair Isle Socks | Diptyque Feu De Bois Candle | UGG Cable Slippers | Williams Sonoma Gold Banded Double Old Fashioned Glasses | Maple Sherry Bourbon | J.Crew Saturday Pant | Illume Balsam & Cedar Footed Candle | Brentwood Originals Faux Fox Fur Pillow | Brass Fireplace Matchstick Holder | Vintage Classic Novel Boxed Set | Lauren Ralph Lauren Faux Fur Throw

Because really, what’s more cozy than a roaring fire, Christmas tree scents, a class of bourbon, cable knits, fur, and a good book? In my mind, not a whole lot.

Get your cozy on with the rest of this week's Friday's Fancies over at {long distance loving}!