Happy Friday from Down Under! I flew to Australia this week and lost more than a day which felt so strange! I am so excited to be here though and looking forward to experiencing both Sydney and Melbourne. I hope you’ll follow along on my trip via Instagram!

Enjoy this week’s roundup & be sure to check back tomorrow for another great gift guide! Have a wonderful weekend!

WHAT I DID THIS WEEK:

• Began exploring Sydney, Australia!
• Celebrated Friendsgiving in New York City with friends.
• Shot a lot of holiday content I can’t wait to share with you guys!
• Updated my Amazon shop and the Holiday Shops!
• Been pinning up a storm especially for holiday outfits!

READ + LOOK + LOVE:

• Such a sad read about the changing times when it comes to bakeries in France.
• The best weekend getaways from NYC.
• I just learned Darren Star (of Sex & the City and Younger!) is doing a show in Paris with Lily Collins called Emily in Paris – I cannot wait to see this!
• Making the most of making friends with locals when you travel.
• How to avoid burnout.
• How to machine wash your sneakers.
• 12 gift ideas that give back.
• Delicious side dish recipes to bring to your Friendsgiving.
• Adored this look on Merritt (was so sad to miss her last weekend while I was under the weather).

SHOP AND LOOK LONGINGLY:

• I am loving Everlane’s new Alpaca V-neck sweater. I have the crew neck.
• Madewell has 25% off right now! Loving their new arrivals and a bunch of my current favorites can be found here. In my own cart? This, this, this, this & this. Use code STARTEARLY.
• I got a catalog in the mail and learned Summersalt now has pjs and activewear in addition to their Instagram famous swimwear. I am personally obsessed with this chic set.
• Sezane launched their new winter collection! I love this sweater, this sweater & this top in particular and I picked up this jacket last week while in Paris.
• How sweet is the ruffle detail on this sweater?
• A chic leather jacket that won’t break the bank.
• Love a fuzzy sweater moment.
• A chic yet practical suede bootie.
• A cozy sweater for home or office.
• Yes, please to this Parisian inspired, stylish tweed blazer.
• This Instagram famous suede moto jacket is now back in stock and comes in loads of colors.
• How perfect is this Kate Spade little black dress?
• How cute is this J.Crew festive headband? Also need this sweater. My friend works at J.Crew HQ and said everyone on staff has been snapping it up – it is that good! And finally they brought back a favorite sweater of mine. I have it in red (seen here). They have 30% off winter picks right now, too.
• I am all about sequins this holiday season and Mango has so many good pieces like this dress, this dress, this top and this tank.
• So many good new arrivals from H&M! This sweater, this party dress, this fun tank for the holidays, this coat, this jumpsuit, this coat, this skirt, this beautiful blouse and this beautiful jacket that looks designer.
• Loving this budget friendly sweater dress.
• This cardigan looks so cozy & I’m dying over the pearl button details!
• My all-time favorite bra that rarely goes on sale is currently on sale! Most comfortable bra ever.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

• Tips for shopping during the holiday season.
• Some stylish staples in my closet.
• Everything on my Christmas wish list.
• Tips for red eye flights + what to wear.
• Gifts from small businesses.
• Gifts for the Francophiles in your life.
• Great gifts for under $25.

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