ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

We all have a ton of special people in our life that holiday gift shopping can be exhausting (cue Gretchen Wieners, "I can't help it that I'm so popular!"). I've narrowed it down to four types of people we all have trouble shopping for- the best friend, the special man in your life, the person who has everything, and the person you don't want to go broke for (because not everyone is worth your dinero). Here is the ultimate gift guide to save you this season! 

1. Rebecca Minkoff "Best Friends" iPhone Case - ($58), 2. Kate Spade Bridesmaid Bangle - ($58), 3. "Grace: A Memoir" by Grace Coddington - ($22.28), 4. Rebecca Minkoff "Supescute!" Pouch - ($55), 5. House of Gemmes Bon Bon Ring Red - ($18), 6. Philosophy Unconditional Love Shampoo Bath and Shower Gel - ($22), 7. MAC "All For Glamour" Touch Up Kit - ($39.50), 8. Target x Neiman Marcus Diane von Furstenberg Yoga Mat - ($49.99).

1. J.Crew Regimental-Stripe Silk Tie - ($59.50), 2. Tiffany & Co. Bull and Bear Cuff Links - ($300), 3. Lacoste Green Goa Watch - ($95), 4. Coach Bleecker Legacy Billfold - ($138), 5. Art of Shaving "The Perfect Shave" Mid-Size Kit - ($60), 6. The North Face Men's NSE Tent Mule - ($45), 7. J.Crew Leather Flask - ($42.50).

1. MADE Mukwanju Brass Tassle Earrings - ($28), 2. "This is a Cookbook" by Max Sussman and Eli Sussman - ($23), 3. Tiffany & Co. "Breakfast at Tiffany's" by Truman Capote - ($95), 4. Target x Neiman Marcus Band of Outsiders Cookie Cutters - ($29.99), 5. Birchbox Women's Subscription - ($30-$110), 6. Birchbox Men's Subscription - ($60-$250), 7. Pier 1 Imports Bronze Popcorn Throw - ($31.96), 8. Diane von Furstenberg Luggage Tag and Passport Cover - ($57.75).

1. Topshop Hooded Button Gloves - ($16), 2. Topshop Dog Phone Shell - ($16), 3. Zara Home Herkimer Frame - ($16.90), 4. LAFCO Little Luxuries Candle in Mint - ($20), 5. LUSH Tisty Tosty Bath Bomb - ($6.35), 6. CB2 Oliver Martini Glasses - ($3.95 each), 7. Sephora Collection Nail Wand - ($12).

Since two is better than one, be on the look out for Jess's Gift Guide coming soon.

Happy Shopping!

xx Jill

HANUKKAH DECOR

It's not all about Santa and his reindeer - I got love for the eight nights and the spinning of a Dreidel - lots of love, especially since my boyfriend is Jewish (hence our annual Chrismukkah party). The blue and white color scheme is my favorite, and looks magical against silver. Check out some decor for the holiday!

Manzanita Candelabra ($99.00) - West Elm

Hanukkah Wreath ($45.00) - Madly Wish Etsy Shop

Splendid Candleholders ($3.95 Each) - Crate and Barrel

Set of 4 Glass Star Ornaments ($8.37 - On Sale!) - Crate and Barrel

Tovah Menorah ($32.95) - Crate and Barrel

Set of 3 Painted Wood Dreidels ($8.37 - On Sale!) - Crate and Barrel

Hanukkah Canapé Plates (Available In-Stores) - West Elm

Set of 6 Glitter Ball Blue Ornaments ($3.99 - On Sale!) - Crate and Barrel

Mod Dot Dreidel ($24.00) - Jonathan Adler

So whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or both, we got you covered.

xx Jill

CHRISTMAS DECOR & MORE

I love Christmas.

For me, it's a time of seeing and catching up with my family and friends that I may not see so often, eating my mother's home cooking and giving gifts that I've been looking for year-round! But it's not just about the eve and day of - it's about engulfing yourself in the holiday for the whole month before (and for me until January 6th). I love it when the trees and lights go up on Michigan Avenue and the Christmas music starts playing everywhere. It gets me excited for my trip to Florida and spend some quality time with my loved ones. And this is the first year my boyfriend and I will be celebrating the holiday together, so I'm extra excited!

My personal way of getting ready for the holiday? Making my place feel like a winter wonderland with silver and glitter details and splashes of red. I do quite a bit of shopping every holiday season and fell in love with more festive pieces again this year. Check out some of my favorites!

Glitter Snowflake Ornament ($3.00 - $4.00 - On Sale!) - West Elm

'Cozy Christmas' and 'Ornaments' Print Pair ($30.00) - Amanda Catherine Designs Etsy Shop

Felt Garland ($15.00 - On Sale!) - West Elm

Patchwork Christmas Dessert Plates ($8.00) - West Elm

Mason Jar Snow Glove ($28.00) - Anthropologie

Driftwood Wreath ($55.00 - On Sale!) - Restoration Hardware

Rattan Balls ($14.00) - The Bread and Butterfly Etsy Shop

Punched Silver Tree Topper ($13.97 - On Sale!) - Crate and Barrel

Chunky Knit Stocking ($39.50) - Pottery Barn

Raj Hurricane and Candleholder ($4.95 - $17.95) - Crate and Barrel

And it's not all about decorating your home - there's a nail set to make you festive everywhere you go!

Deborah Lippmann 'Christmas in the City' Nail Lacquer Trio ($42.00) - Nordstrom

Already done with decorating and have moved on to wrapping gifts? Here's '10 Sources for Unique Holiday Gift Wrap' from Apartment Therapy.

Christmas not your thing? Don't worry, we will have a Hanukkah-themed post soon!

XO Jess

TEA PARTY

There's no better way to start your day than with a good cup of tea. But what's inside your kettle and cup is just as important as what's on the outside. Add a little fancy touch to your morning to put an extra pep in your step. Trust me, it's makes a difference.

Anthropologie Fusion Cup and Saucer - $20.00 | Anthropologie Fleur De Lys Cup and Saucer - $10.00

Missoni Margherita Tea Pot - $260.00

Neiman Marcus MacKenzie-Childs Tea Kettle - $98.00

Kate Spade Illustrated Top Shelf Teapot - $60.00

I purchased the MacKenzie-Chils kettle for my mom one year for Christmas and it's been the perfect accessory for the kitchen!

Pinkies up, ladies.

xx Jill

ONE OF A KIND SHOW AND SALE

Looking for the perfect gift for the holidays? Check out the One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago at the Merchandise Mart, December 6th to 9th. We love finding those perfect, unique gifts that scream someone's name - and this is where you can shop handmade creations of more than 600 artists! There will even be an Etsy Pavillion featuring some of their emerging artsists. And you know we love anything Etsy.

In anticipation for the show, we've been doing some window shopping online and checking out some of the artists that will be there.

Ashley Buchanan Jewelry - Booth 2078

Emmy Star Brown - Booth 4111

Objets d'Envy - Booth 7101

jules. - Booth 8084

Chomp Textiles - Booth 8062

Need to make money instead of spending it? Work the event!

Staff for a booth for women's hats, gloves and coats is needed! You will be expected to model the accessories - females preferred. You will create buzz in the booth and need to showcase the product to show attendees. Required: enthusiasm, a sense of style, energy, outgoing attitude and willingness to socialize with customers. Retail experience a bonus. $10 cash per hour and free ticket to the show that is good for all four days of the show. Show hours are Thursday - 11 to 8, Friday - 11 to 8, Saturday - 10 to 7 and Sunday - 10 to 5. You can request four to six-hour blocks and you can work with a friend and multiple days! Please apply to kirsten (at) objetsdenvy (dot) com with your related experience, qualities, hours preference and social media profiles if any.

Tickets are $12 and can be purchased here.

XO Jess & Jill