Cyber Monday Deals + My Top Picks

 The top must-have pieces from my current favorite retailers

Elaine Turner: 35% off everything - including gift cards (such a great deal)!!

Pier1: Tons of great sales, plus free shipping with code FREESHIP

GiGi New York: 35% off everything

Loft: 50% off everything + free shipping with code CLICK. Seriously, this place has been my go-to for everything lately, so many cute things! (I wear an XS in tops/dresses, a 26 in jeans, and 2 in skirts)

Amazon: find this year's lowest prices on electronics, toys, DVDs, and more. My favorite - they have a great shoe selection at reasonable prices that look exactly like the more expensive versions of this season's must-haves

White House Black Market: 40% off + free shipping, use code 47171

Bloomingdale's: 25% off select items, including sale + free shipping

Trina Turk: 30% off full-priced items, and 35% off sale items!

Other great sales

Abercrombie: 50% off entire store + free shipping

American Eagle: 40% off everything + free shipping

Ann Taylor: 50% off everything + free shipping when you use code BESTMONDAY

Anthropologie: 20% off full-priced items

Asos: 30% off everything with code EPIC30

BaubleBar: 35% off with code CYBER35

Chicwish: Enjoy an extra 15% off on orders over $70 with code CBM15

Express: 50% off everything + free shipping

Gap: 50% off everything with code CYBER

Goodnight Macaroon: 30% off everything with code BLACKFRIDAY17

Hammitt LA: free gift with any purchase + free shipping (such great bags, my favorite is this one)

J.Crew: 40% off + an extra 10% (when you purchase before 12pm today!) with code SHOPFAST

J.Crew Factory: 50-60% off everything

Jonathan Adler: 20% off + free shipping

Joss & Main: Extra 30% off tons of sale items with code: SAVE30

Kendra Scott: 20% off everything with code YELLOW30

Kate Spade: Enjoy 30% off full-priced items and 40% off sale items with code: MOREJOY

Kohl's: Extra 20% off with code BUYNOW20

Macy's: Take an extra 20% off + free shipping on all orders over $25 with code CYBER

Neiman Marcus: Up to 70% off in online clearance, plus a chance to win up to a $750 gift card with code GC4YOU

Neiman Marcus Last Call: Extra 40-80% off the entire store + free shipping with code CYBER

Nordstrom: Extra 20% off selected sale items + free shipping & returns

Paper Source: Save up to 50% off + an additional 10% online with code CYBEREXTRA

Pottery Barn: Up to 70% off

Revolve: Up to 50% off holiday-ready looks + free shipping

Saks Fifth Avenue: 40% off designer sale + chance earn up to a $750 gift card with code CYBER17

Saks Off Fifth: Tons of great savings, use code 24HOURS

Sephora: free gift with purchases of $35 when you use code METIME

Shein: $10 off $79 or more (code LIS10), $20 off $105 or more (code LIS20), $30 off $200 or more (code LIS20) + free shipping on orders over $99

Shopbop: 35% off all sale items with code WOW35

Target: Tons of deals, including 15% off

Tory Burch: 30% off $250 or more with code THANKS

Vera Bradley: 50% off all sale styles

Walmart: Amazing savings on TV's, electronics, and so much more!

Ready, Set...Shop! Here Are All The Black Friday Deals & Steals Going on Now

Happy Thanksgiving, friends!

I hope you're ready to get your Christmas shopping started! Every year, the highly anticipated deals that are synonymous with Black Friday keep starting earlier and earlier. Lucky us! Also, almost all Black Friday deals are available in-store and online, which means you can relax in your jammies instead of battling the crowds.

Below I've rounded up all the sales going on, plus any promo codes you may need. Most retailers are offering free shipping (and returns), which is a great added bonus!

I've categorized everything alphabetically, so it will be easy for you to navigate and find your favorite retailers! I'll also be updating this post with any new sales that I find, so be sure to check back regularly for more savings!

Accessory Concierge
40% off everything with code: BLACKFRIDAY2017
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Ann Taylor

50% off everything with code: THANKFUL

Click here to shop

Anthropologie
30% off everything
Click here to shop

Asos

30% off everything using code: EPIC30

Click here to shop

Baggu

25% off entire store using code: OKHOLIDAY

Click here to shop

Banana Republic
50% off full-price items
Click here to shop

Bloomingdales
Up to 50% off! 15% off orders from $100-$199, and 20% off orders over $200
Click here to shop

BaubleBar
Amazing holiday gift sets that make the perfect stocking stuffers! 30% off everything with code: FRIDAY30
Click here to shop 

BB Dakota

50% off

Click here to shop 

Bergdorf Goodman

Up to 40% off the designer sale

Click here to shop

Charming Charlie
25% off regular priced items, + free shipping
Click here to shop

Chicwish
15% off orders over $70 with code: BLK15
Click here to shop

Diane von Furstenberg

20% off sitewide with code: THANKS20

Click here to shop

Elaine Turner 
Buy one, get one 50% off with code: HOLIDAYS + free shipping on all orders
Click here to shop

elf Cosmetcs

Get 50% off sitewide using the code CELEBRATE on orders $30+. Plus, your order ships free for a limited time

Click here to shop

Express
50% off everything + free shipping
Click here to shop 

Finish Line

 Get 25% off using code REWARDSTYLEBF

Click here to shop

Francesca's

Buy one, get one 60% off all clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes, home & gifts

Click here to shop

Frontgate
30% off everything + free shipping on holiday decor
Click here to shop

Gap
50% off everything with code: BLKFRIDAY
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GiGi New York
Spend $150 & receive a free wristlet, Spend $250 and receive a free pouch, or Spend $350 and receive a pouch + a clutch!
Click here to shop

Gilt
Tons of great savings + free shipping on orders over $99 with code: SHIP99
Click here to shop

Goodnight Macaroon
30% off everything with code: BLACFRIDAY2017
Click here to shop

H&M
20% off everything + free shipping
Click here to shop

Hayneedle
Thousands of great sales + free shipping on orders over $49
Click here to shop

Horchow

Up to 40% off select items + enjoy free shipping on orders $50+ with code HOLIDAY

Click here to shop

Hunter Boots

Shop the Black Friday Sale alongside an exclusive offer up to 40% off 

Click here to shop

J.Crew
Take 40% off everything with code: THANKU
Click here to shop

J.Crew Factory
50% off everything
Click here to shop

J. McLaughlin
Up to 40% off fall styles + free shipping on orders over $150
Click here to shop

James Perse

Use code REWARDHOLIDAY17 at checkout for free shipping on all orders, plus get early access to shop Up to 70% off at our online Holiday Sale

Click here to shop

Kate Spade
Up to 75% off surprise sale + free shipping on orders over $99
Click here to shop

Kendra Scott
20% off everything with code: YELLOW20 + free shipping & returns
Click here to shop

Kiehl's

Get $20 off $65 or more

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Loft
40% off everything with code: GIFTITUP + free shipping on orders over $75
Click here to shop

Lord & Taylor 
20% off regular + sale priced items with code: FRIDAY, and receive $20 off purchases of $175 or more when you use code: BONUS + free shipping
Click here to shop

Lucky Brand

Save 50-60% off

Click here to shop

Macy's
Take 20% off full-priced & sale items with promo code: HURRY. Plus, free shipping on all orders over $49
Click here to shop

Madewell
25% off your purchase with code: DONTSTRESS + free shipping & returns
Click here to shop

Marley Lilly

Get limited edition red duck boots! 

Click here to shop

Minted
15% off everything with code: BF2017
Click here to shop

Moda Operandi

Up to 65% off designer sale with code: 30EXTRA

Click here to shop

Nasty Gal

40% off new new arrivals with code TAKE40

Click here to shop

Neiman Marcus

Save up to 70% off when you take an extra 30% off online clearance 

Click here to shop

Nike
Take an extra 25% off sale items with code: EPIC25
Click here to shop

Nordstrom

Extra 20% off selected sale items. FREE shipping. FREE returns.

Click here to shop

Nordstrom Rack
Take an extra 30% off clearance items + free shipping
Click here to shop

Overstock
Shop thousands of doorbusters + free shipping
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Ray-Ban

20% off, and up to 50% off sitewide

Click here to shop

Revolve
Take up to an additional 50% off sale items
Click here to shop

Saks Fifth Avenue

Designer sale up to 40% off

Click here to shop

Sam Edelman
30% off with code SAMSGIVING

Click here to shop

Serena & Lily
20% off everything
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Shopbop
Get 20% off orders of $200 + .25% off orders of $500+ and 30% off orders of $800 or more with code MORE17
Click here to shop

Shutterfly
50% off hardcover photo books and 40% off everything else
Click here to shop

Sperry
Up to 50% off select Sperry styles
Click here to shop

Target
20% off coupon
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Tommy Hilfiger
40% off site-wide with code THATSALE
Click here to shop

Too Faced
25% off everything
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Topshop
Up to 50% off + free shipping
Click here to shop

Tory Burch
Take 30% off $250 including sale styles with code THANKS
Click here to shop

Trina Turk
Save an extra 30% off everything!
Click here to shop

Urban Outfitters
Up to 40% off with code PREVIEW40
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Vera Bradley
50% off most styles + free shipping on orders over $75
Click here to shop

White House Black Market
Up to 30% off full-priced merchandise with code: 74934 + free shipping
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Zaful
Buy 1 get 20% off, buy 2 get 30% off, buy 3 get 40% off, & buy 3 get 1 free + free shipping
Click here to shop

Zazzle
Up to 50% off bestsellers
Click here to shop

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How to Make Decorating for the Holidays Fun and Not Stressful

Sweater (wearing XS) | Leggings (under $20 - order size up) | Purse ℅ | Heels (similar here & here) | Bracelet ℅ | Earrings ℅ | Sunglasses (similar style)

Use promo code ashley30off  for 30% off my gorgeous Brynn Hudson bracelet and earrings

Decorating for the holidays comes with a lot of cheer, but can cause a lot of stress, as well. There's always so much going on in November and December, that is's hard not to get overwhelmed. 

I admit, this year I have definitely been a bit overzealous and began decorating way before I usually do. I officially got all my Christmas decorations up last weekend - woohoo! I normally decorate right before Thanksgiving, but I'm back home visiting my family through next week, so I had to start early because I wanted everything up and ready when I got back. 

We have a ton of decorations, but I love adding to our collection every year. I spent a few days last week combing the isles, and finding additional ornaments, garland, and life size nutcrackers, of course - I mean who doesn't need one of those? 

Decorating can be stressful and become tedious, but here are some of my tips for making it go smoothly, and having it be a fun experience!

Plan ahead. Make a to-do list, and shop for decor early. If you find something you like and are worried you may need more of it (think ribbons, plates, ornaments, etc.), buy it. You'd rather have more than less, and you can keep your receipt and return them. 

When you begin decorating, be sure to set the mood. Light a holiday scented candle, turn on Christmas or festive music or holiday movies, light the fire, and decorate in your favorite cozy jammies - even if it's midday! 

Enjoy some yummy eggnog, with or without the spirits. I love eggnog, but I hate how fatty and bad for you it is. I tracked down a delicious and healthy(ish) version this year by Blue Diamond that's made with almond milk. The calories and the saturated fat are way less, making it easier to enjoy more! A must try!  

Take decorating one step at a time, because it's easy to overdo it. Delegate family members to help with certain tasks, and enjoy this time as a family or with friends. 

Put up the tree first, but decorate it last. It takes the most amount of time, but you can easily hang ornaments during the day, or at night, while enjoying a holiday movie!

Clean up and do a thorough sweep/vacuum before laying down your tree skirt, or setting up anything that goes on the ground. This may sound obvious, but there's always an abundance of tinsel, pine needles and glitter all over, that you don't want covering your feet for weeks. 

Put some presents under the tree. This is of my favorite things to do and something I encourage you all to do if you don't already, especially if you decorate early. I have {fake} wrapped gifts and overflowing gift bags that I put under the tree every year. Yes, faux presents. Seeing the "presents" really sets the mood, because no one wants to see an bare tree! 

Shop early! Stay tuned for some great gift guides to come, where I'll be sharing gifts under $25, $50 and $100 for everyone on your list and where to buy them. 

Photos by LA Photography

Sleeveless Sweater + Some Great Sales

Sweater (wearing XS - only $30) | Denim (wearing size 25) | Hat | Purse ℅ | Heels | Gold Cuff | Gold Jewel Cuff | Leopard Bangle (similar style) | Earrings ℅ | Sunglasses 

Is it me, or do you feel like everyone gets holiday fever sooner and sooner each year? I have to admit, I am definitely one of those people! Case in point - all I wanted to do last weekend once I took down my Halloween decorations, was put up all my Christmas ones! I did restrain myself with a little self-control, and instead decided to decorate this weekend! That's compromise, right?! It's hard to not want to race to put your tree up when stores already had shelves lined with holiday decor in the middle of October! Oh brother, the vicious cycle of the holidays. 

When the holidays get in full swing, we also start seeing a lot of great sales begin - think fall favorites, mixed with cozy winter must-haves. One of my cozy must-haves are sweaters. Growing up in Colorado, we lived in sweaters most of the year, and clearly since moving to Houston, they stay folded year-round. When I spotted this sleeveless tunic sweater though, I knew it would be perfect for our hot climate. Not only could I jump on the "sweater weather" bandwagon, but I also could be practical too. The last thing you want to do when it's hot is get hotter. 

My sweater, along with everything else from LOFT, is an extra 40% off when you use code HAPPY. That makes it less than $30, and it's available in all sizes. It has an over sized fit, so I would order your true size, or size down for a more form fitting look. I am wearing an XS for reference, and love that it's a little looser. The midi length will work great when paired with leggings. The mix of fall colors, and the mock neck and sleeveless style make it easy to layer with a long sleeve shirt or turtleneck for when the temperatures do get lower. 

 My jeans are also on sale! When I fall in love with a brand of jeans, I will only wear them, even though I have two dozen other pair hanging in my closet. I had heard a lot of girls talking about how great the denim selection was from Express, so I thought I would give it a whirl. Truth be told I hadn't shopped at Express in years, but as soon as I tried on their jeans, I knew it was meant to be. The quality is really great for the price (majority are under $80), they have a lot of different styles, and most importantly, they are comfortable! All their jeans are 50% off right now - cha ching! They also have another promotion going on where if you spend $100 or more you get $25 off (use code 2311).

Have a great rest of your Wednesday! 

Photos by LA Photography

How To Wear Color All Year Long

Dress (from last season, this seasons style) | Heels | Clutch (vintage, similar here & here) | Bracelet | Cougar Cuff | Earrings | Sunglasses

Fall brings many amazing things with it - cooler weather, Pumpkin Spice lattes, sweaters, over the knee boots, and of course, the holidays. But one thing you don't typically associate with this time of year (or may steer away from), is wearing colorful clothing. 

I know I've said it 100 times, but I love color. What's not to love? Color is an immediate mood booster! That being said, I know I'm not alone when I look at that bright, bold clothing in my closet and think, "Hmm, can I get away with this?" Yes, yes you can, and here's how! 

Pair bright dresses with opaque tights and neutral accessories

Layer! If you have a bright pink top, top it with a burgundy sweater or blazer. Violet and eggplant is a also a great combo, as well as cobalt blue and navy

Play up your accessories. Getting the color fix you need is as simple as carrying a bright purse, or sporting those colorful statement earrings 

When in doubt, pair your colorful piece with denim

Wear a colorful scarf

Let your shoes do the talking - pump some color into those pumps;)

Wear colorful tights to take a dark outfit from drab to fab

Pick sweaters in pretty, unpredictable colors 

Put a blouse or turtleneck under your sleeveless shift dresses

Wear a bright colored coat! It's the perfect way to bring warm hues to cold weather blues

What other tips do you have for wearing colorful clothing during this time of year?

Check out some of my favorite pieces below! 

Photos by LA Photography