Gray Malin X The Royal Poinciana

On the sixth day of Christmas Palm Beach gave to me… A Gray Malin Christmas tree. This was the day I had been waiting for. My favorite photographer landed in Palm Beach and decked the halls of the Royal Poinciana Plaza.

We were welcomed by the Aqualillies synchronized swimming performance in the fountain. Gray and friends made an appearance by rolling up to the Royal in style. As the countdown began, confetti flew, the tree illuminated, and the crowd was wowed as the Malin surfboard tree was revealed.

Speaking of celebrities, Gray wasn’t the only one I had my eye on… Santa was next on my list to see! I made my way through the shops to see him for myself, and snap a quick Christmas pic.

Our next stop was to Stoney Clover Lane to see their latest collection with LoveShackFancy. Their candy-colored store was too sweet not to shop. At the end we were ready to call it a night, and we walked away in awe of all the Christmas lights.

 

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Angel Family Christmas

My favorite time of year is the one most full of cheer, and I couldn’t wait for Christmas to be here. I made the best of being in the Outer Banks one last time before I finally headed home for the holidays.

There’s nothing like Christmas to bring the family together. I was more than ready to hit the road home to Rock Hill, SC. We started Christmas Eve early with the Candlelight Service at church, and ended it with our annual drive through our neighborhood to look at lights.

Waking up the morning of is always more memorable than the last. The kitchen was covered in Christmas brunch and the living room was lined with gifts. We were more than ready to pour some mimosas and get into the presents.

I couldn’t wait to join my family around the tree and trade gifts. I must say santa sure got it right with these gifts. Although, its not just what’s under the tree that matters most, but who’s around it.

Once the sun went down, these little elves were ready to hit the town. What better way to celebrate than at an ugly Christmas sweater party? Follow along to see what these girls get into in the New Year…

Christmas Blouses: Vintage  .  Pajamas: Ralph Lauren  .  Accessories: Victoria’s Secret & Lilly Pulitzer

Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina

A Car for Christmas

As the new year approaches so have new opportunities. This season I have been offered a fabulous new job that will allow me to travel all along the coast, and what better way to ride than in style?

Well it looks like Christmas came early this year. I have had my eye on this guy for a while now, but I had no idea this baby would be waiting on me wrapped in a big red bow! What better way to ring in the new year than with a 2017 Toyota RAV4 full of cheer?

I would like you all to meet Sugarbaby, named because she’s a hot young thing I’m putting all of my money into. Shes a limited edition with a push to start feature, moon roof, navigation, voice command, seat heat and more. What else could a girl ask for?

 

Special thanks to Kouri from Toyota of Rock Hill for finding these hot wheels.

Vest: Southern Fried Chics  .  Jeans: Vineyard Vines

Yuletide Festival

This time of year I would usually be making my way to Rock Hill for Christmasville. Now that I live in Duck NC, I wanted to try out a local tradition, The Annual Yuletide Festival. Every year, the town gathers at the green for a fabulous holiday celebration.

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First, families can make their way around the waterfront shops for the Great Elf Hunt, where you search the stores for a hidden elf and get your passport stamped for a prize. Next, locals make their way to the town square for holiday treats and sweets, from cookies to cocoa and more. Once the live band kicks off, Santa arrives in the Duck fire truck. The finale of the festival is the lighting of the town crab pot tree.

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After all the merriment, we made our way down to the docks for a sunset walk. It was the perfect end to the perfect evening. I can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store!

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Christmas and Chill

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Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle trying to find your perfect holiday flick. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite feel good romance movies to hype up your holiday. Grab something fuzzy and fizzy and  cuddle up to these Christmas classics.

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  1. Merry Kissmas – This feel good flick follows a girl with the wrong guy who falls for Mr. Right, with the help of an elevator incident.
  2. Mistletoe Promise – Two seasonal cynics cross paths and make a pact to play each other’s dates for the holidays.
  3. Christmas Kiss- After a spontaneous stranger’s kiss, a girl makes the mistake of falling for her boss’ beau.
  4. The Spirit of Christmas- This spooky romance follows a girl who meets a mysterious man, who is somewhat ‘unavailable,’ to say the least.
  5. A Boyfriend for Christmas- Santa fulfills a woman’s wish, bringing her a boyfriend just in the ‘nick’ of time.

 

Bonus: If you have completed my Christmas list and still have a hankering for a sweet movie treat, check out The Holiday, Serendipity, and Love Actually. You won’t be sorry. Have a happy holiday, and merry Christmas marathoning!

 

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