December Favorites

 

Happy December, lovelies!  I've rounded up a few of my favorite things that get me through this cold and snowy month.  Although, I must say that November and the first few days of December have been divine here in Iowa.  60+ degree weather?  Bring it on.  Although I do look forward to the magic and romance of a first snow, you won't catch me complaining about not wearing a coat right now.

1. Burberry London

Mmm. Seriously. My favorite perfume ever, but I really only like to wear it during the cooler months since its a warm, heavier smell.  Out of curiosity, I looked up the notes for this scent.  Clementine, Honeysuckle, English Garden Rose, Tiare Flower, Jasmine, Peony, Veil of Musks, Indian Sandalwood, Patchouli... it all equals love love love!

2. Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick - Jet Set

I've always been obsessed with red lipstick, but it wasn't until I discovered which shades of red look good on me that I started wearing it on a daily basis.  And now I feel sorta naked without red lips!  This is my favorite lipstick and favorite red.  It's inexpensive (in case I lose it, which I'm prone to doing), long-lasting (but I don't kiss and tell!), and the perfect shade for my pale skin and auburn hair.

3. Denim Button-Down Shirt

Ahh, the versatile denim shirt.  I remember the days (a few years back) when I scoffed at chambray.  But it has made its comeback and I somehow ended up on the bandwagon.  I got mine from Target.  I love it with my darker skinny jeans (black ones, maroon ones) as well as over dresses and maxi dresses.  It's soft and comfy and I wish I had five more of the same shirt.  Haha.

4. Greige Combat-Inspired Boots

These aren't the exact pair I have, but they're quite similar.  A cross between gray and beige, they go with just about anything.  And if they don't... I wear them anyway because I like the unexpected contrast.  

5. Seattle's Best Coffee - Sleighbell Blend

For early mornings and when coffee cravings strike late at night, I reach for no other than the Seattle's Best Coffee bold blend... but I decided to opt for their Sleighbell Blend this time around.  (Trying to be in the holiday spirit, yo!)  It's rich and delicious. 

6. Old Books

I started collecting old, antique books before the age of 12.  And so by now I have quite a collection of interesting reads.  A few etiquette books from the Victorian era, 1920s, and 1960s.  (So interesting to read about how young women were brought up to "behave" in different eras!)  Turn-of-the-century textbooks and medical dictionaries.  And my favorites: old poetry books.  The timeworn pages, old book smell, and aged scribbles get me every time.

7. O.P.I. Nail Lacquer - You Don't Know Jacques

'Tis the season for my most favorite nail color ever.  This gray/beige hue matches my greige boots and looks different in different lighting.