Holidays & Entertaining Archives — Elements of Style https://elementsofstyleblog.com/category/family/holidays-entertaining/ live your life beautifully. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:46:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-EOS_Icon_RGB-32x32.png Holidays & Entertaining Archives — Elements of Style https://elementsofstyleblog.com/category/family/holidays-entertaining/ 32 32 Mother’s Day Gift Guide https://elementsofstyleblog.com/mothers-day-gift-guide-6/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:18:52 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=64415 It’s been a rough week for the moms of my community and I can’t help but just think the best thing anyone can do for a mom this Mother’s Day is a break- send her to a hotel, to the spa, out to dinner with friends, for a pedicure. Anything that lets her take a break and not have to “perform” (no brunches with family for me, thanks). Alas, if you want to get her a little token of appreciation, that’s great too! Some quick ideas from all price points below – linked HERE.

We added a few great items from Gates & Co. too!

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Easter Tabletop Ideas https://elementsofstyleblog.com/easter-tabletop-ideas/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:55:49 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=64376 Sharing four tabletop ideas for any/all of your springtime celebrations! Click here to shop all of my picks!

Table 1: So in love with this tablecloth, which would be great paired with classic cabbage dinnerware and monogram napkins (that look super fancy, but are from Etsy!). Use potted plants as a centerpiece so you can reuse them!

Table 2: So much good cabbage dinnerware in pink and white at Target (I saw it last week, have both in my cart)! Salad plates, wine glasses and napkins are all Target, paired with higher end dinner plates and tablecloth for a high/low mix. Swap in rechargeable mini lamps instead of candles.

Table 3: Starting with a great vintage-inspired tablecloth by Heidi Caillier that I want very badly. Paired with our horn vase and woven charger for a grounding, earthy accent. Add in splatterware to keep it casual and also these Gnori look plates that are MELAMINE!

Table 4: This blockprint tablecloth from Etsy is a stunner. Paired with brown and blue accents and natural materials, as well as a potted fern centerpiece make it springy but also rich.

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Fashion Friday: Easter Outfits for Kids https://elementsofstyleblog.com/fashion-friday-easter-outfits-for-kids/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:58:58 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=64373 Admittedly this is HEAVY on the little girl stuff. Henry is at a stage where he will not let me dress him (except for maybe once in a blue moon, if I’m lucky). Emma is right now ALL about super girly stuff and she also has strong feelings about what she wears. In fact, when I brought down some clothes for her to wear the other day she said, with an eye roll “well you shouldn’t have done that” and marched up to her room to find a new (insane) outfit of her own choosing.

All this to say, these are all wishful thinking items. Perhaps I can wrangle Emma into one of these adorable dresses- fingers crossed. Here’s to hoping your kids are a little more pliable!

You can find all of these clothing links here (along with some outfits for you as well!) The little easter gift links are here (I’ll be doing a tabletop post next week, but you can get a sneak peek of what I’m saving!)

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Gift Guides 2025: Stocking Stuffers & Under $50 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-stocking-stuffers-under-50/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-stocking-stuffers-under-50/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:19:53 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=56634 Fun little gifts for stockings and Secret Santa/White Elephant type parties! I love these little items, and found some for everyone in the family. Shop all HERE. Also be sure to check out FOR HER, FOR HIM, FOR KIDS & TEENS, UNDER $100 and FOR HOME.

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Holidays 2025: Best Holiday Decor https://elementsofstyleblog.com/holiday-2025-best-holiday-decor/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/holiday-2025-best-holiday-decor/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:04:34 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=56320 Like many of you I have been starting my decorating early this year as Thanksgiving was so late and also, ya know, the world feels BLEAAAKKKK. I do a mix of real and fake everything on both exterior and interior. Inside, we have a big real tree and also a fake tree (we have this one and this one), fake garlands (this one is SO good) and some faux greenery stems in larger vases that stay, while fresh flowers rotate in and out throughout the house. Outside, we do fresh cedar roping around the columns out front and fresh boxwood or magnolia wreaths on the front doors, and then along our fence we do a great Frontgate faux garland (actually 16 of them! No longer made but this one is really close).

Here are some favorites for greenery and accents:

And some favorite faux trees, accompanying accents and ornaments:

Of Note:

  • Invest in a good fake tree- this one looks amazing and a good balance between sparse and full.
  • Also invest in really good faux garland, especially anything at eye level – Afloral’s Norfolk Pine and this faux cedar are my two favorites.
  • I buy all widths and types of velvet ribbon in a palette – last year was all copper and neutrals, this year a mix of brown, blue and olive green. I like both vintage frayed velvet like this and wired ribbon as well.
  • I love a good tree basket- I love that this one is hinged so you can put it on AFTER the tree goes in the stand!
  • I don’t swap out pillows or decor for Xmas other than sheets for the kids and an occasional throw – like these.
  • Our “kid tree” is a bit of a freestyle event, but the tree in the living room is MINE! LOL. I like to have a few sets of consistent ornaments like these glitter stars and tonal balls– and then mix in funny and collected ornaments from over time. This ornament is speaking to me this year.
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Fashion Friday: Holiday Party Outfit Ideas https://elementsofstyleblog.com/fashion-friday-holiday-outfit-ideas/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/fashion-friday-holiday-outfit-ideas/#comments Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:20:00 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55965 You’ve been asking for holiday party outfit ideas and so here we go – looks for all types of occasions – from fancy and sparkly to comfortable and cozy (and even denim)! Click images for links to each product, except the green moire heels, which are HERE.

Happy Black Friday- don’t forget to check out all my gift guides I’ve posted already and stay tuned for more!

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Gift Guides 2025: Under $100 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-under-100/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:13:23 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55647 Budget friendly picks for her, him and home (also some kids stuff on the ShopMy page, too!) – all under $100. Click here or the image below to be brought to the guide! Some faves noted below:

Of Note:

I love Salt + Stone stuff – my favorite scents are the Basil, Santal and Bergamot! This gift set is perfect!

This pillow cracks me up.

This cup set works for cold brew OR hot coffee.

For the planning type- a pretty leather day planner and marbled pencil cup.

For the gal who needs some shut eye- a sleep mask plus this amazing detergent and sleep spray.

For the fancy friend, some Celine for under $100 (just barely!)

A set of four coupes ($19 right now!) with a cool shaker or a bottle of champagne!

Van Cleef looking earrings for WAY less.

A great cordless vac is always handy.

A pretty french press for weekend mornings.

A cashmere henley for him.

Shop all my gift guides HERE! I’ll be posting holiday outfit ideas on Friday and then stay tuned next week for Stocking Stuffers, Christmas Decor and my own personal wishlist! Have a very happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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Gift Guides 2025: For Him https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-him/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-him/#comments Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:46:58 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55643 Always a tough one, unless your husband/brother/father has a hobby you can zero in on, so I tend to include a wide swath of gift ideas. From birdwatcher to blowtorch, you could say. Some call outs (including Andrew’s picks) after the collage. Click image for the link to the guide, updated often!

Criquet is still an all time Andrew fave- he wants both of these- the cord shacket and cozy button down.

His new favorite item are these Birddogs zip necks.

In the clothing department- Relwen is another all time fave. SO many good pieces (more linked on ShopMy). My brothers like them too.

If you are like me and give your husband the job of breaking down all the boxes in the household, this electric box cutter is a nice offering :)

For the skiier or outdoorsman, this heated vest is such a good gift.

The Peleton Tread is the best gym equipment we’ve ever bought.

Quince has really great men’s boots and shoes right now for great prices! (Also these Blundstone boots are awesome for all weather needs but still stylish)

Andrew wants the new Apple Airpods that translate.

These are our favorite luggage pieces right now for work travel- SO light.

This leaf blower looks like a weapon, but it’s cordless and pretty cool!

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Gift Guides 2025: For Her https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-her/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-her/#comments Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:23:11 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55636 Today is FOR HER (perhaps for you as well?) A big range of price points here, with a little something for just about everyone, I hope. You can shop all these links (and more) right HERE! See below for some call out on my favorites!

OF NOTE:

Last year my best surprise gift from Andrew was a night away alone in a hotel room at the Mandarin Oriental with a long massage. I cried I was so relieved to have time to myself to rest – it was truly the only thing I wanted. This year they added a special Celadon Stone Massage in a gorgeous newly designed treatment room if you want to drop the hint to someone…. :)

I think a lot of women would love the gift of time – even if it doesn’t involve a hotel room – someone offering to take the kids for the day and leave you alone in your house?! Sounds pretty dreamy right? Not everything has to be a material item – time, space and rest really are luxuries.

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Gift Guides 2025: For Kids, Tweens & Teens https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-kids-tweens-teens/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-kids-tweens-teens/#comments Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:06:45 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55629 Probably the biggest guide I do is this one- kids, tweens and teens! Again, this is being updated almost daily on ShopMy so follow along there for all links and new, of the minute picks (as we know kids change and add to their wishlists up to the last minute!) My kids actually don’t have any big gift wishes this year (that are realistic – sorry, Henry you are NOT getting a motorcycle).

The very best gift we got Henry last year he still uses almost daily is this Razor Crazy Cart. All his friends love it when they come over and it was the best $250 we spent. There is a new light up version that I’m sure would be a HUGE hit too (but selling FAST).

For Emma, my home made-over Barbie house is only slightly a hit. She said she wants the “real plastic one” now (groan). This one is Barbie scale and much cuter, but MUCH pricier. Although she is now wanting all American Girl doll stuff (of course not the original, classic dolls like Samantha, but the new Gen Z nonsense ones- LOL) so this dollhouse would be better but the sheer SIZE of it is insane. But it’s actually done really well.

Speaking of dollhouses I almost DIED when I came across this one. But OH MAMA, almost 2 grand is insanity. But I kind of want it for me. :)

Ok, anyways, back to the gift guide. Here it is, I’m scared of teens so I took some guesses but don’t count my word as bond there. 5-10 year olds I can handle well, though!

SHOP ALL LINKS HERE!!!!

**And again, please let me know if this format is good for you! I can go back to linking individually but much more labor intensive and hard to keep up to date!

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Gift Guides 2025: FOR HOME https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-home/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2025-for-home/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:21:40 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55622 Happy gift guide season, everyone! I’m doing things a little different this year by keeping all my suggested gifts in one shop link so that I can update it as I find more gifts as the season moves forward! So everything below can be found HERE, and check back as I will update it weekly with new ideas! Let me know if you like this format and concept, or if you prefer individual image links.

From the fanciest mahjong set to the coziest washable throw that still looks chic – we’ve got a little for everyone here. Happy shopping!

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Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas https://elementsofstyleblog.com/thanksgiving-tablescape-ideas/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/thanksgiving-tablescape-ideas/#comments Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:52:06 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55614

Since we launched my tabletop collection with Kassatex, I’ve been wanting to play around with how I’d design a full table using these items and it came together SO beautifully. I think the plum and light blue paired together is rich and autumnal and yet fresh and a little unexpected. Paired with the resin horn accents (this vase is a MUST have at $55, it’s SO SO good!) it really feels perfect for Thanksgiving. I even went ahead and designed a cute kids table that is indestructible to coordinate so you can focus on enjoying your meal and not if someone spilled on the linens!

Click images for links except for the Pooky cordless lamps available HERE (so much safer than candles) and the kids flatware HERE.

Also, a reminder that we launched shower curtains in Greek Key to match the towels, a new grey colorway of the best-selling Beacon Hill bath accessories, and a very fall-appropriate resin horn bath accessory collection as well.

Thanks for all your sweet comments and emails this week. I’m so glad to have this community to lean on during tough times. XO

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Valentine’s Day Edit https://elementsofstyleblog.com/valentines-day-edit/ https://elementsofstyleblog.com/valentines-day-edit/#comments Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:45:05 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55225 A few goodies – from dresses to paper party supplies – for my favorite pink and red holiday (I threw in some tortoise and leopard for good measure – the perfect complements to red).

Click images for links.

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Gift Guides 2024: Under $100 & Stocking Stuffers https://elementsofstyleblog.com/gift-guides-2024-under-100-stocking-stuffers/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:15:09 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55203 The final guide this year is Under $100 (and some stocking stuffers). So many good things here for so many different people in your life- from adults to little kids. And with so many crazy sales going on right now, hurry up and snag those deals. Two items that are not linked in the collage are the Schumacher apron and the personalized storybook (Henry is OBSESSED with his he’s had for years!)

The rest of the gift guides for this year are below:

For Her

For Him

For Home

For Kids & Teens

My Team’s Wishlists

Holiday Looks

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Wayfair Black Friday/Cyber Monday Picks! https://elementsofstyleblog.com/wayfair-black-friday-cyber-monday-picks/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:42:16 +0000 https://elementsofstyleblog.com/?p=55201 With so many sales going on and so few weeks in between Thanksgiving and Christmas it’s hard to keep track of what’s happening when! But don’t worry, Wayfair has extended their Black Friday sale into Cyber Monday for us with tons aopf awesome pieces to gift or for your own home!  They asked me to round up some of my favorite picks from the sale (which include a lot of my own product lines and everything from a great faux tree to pretty organizing bins!)  Click images for links! And see more on IG!

*This post was sponsored by Wayfair and contains affiliate links. All selections and opinions are my own.

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