Happy Friday lovelies! As this week comes to an end it can only mean one thing: it's almost Christmas. Hopefully all of your shopping is done (mine isn't... oops) and you can spend this weekend enjoying all of the twinkling lights and your favorite holiday traditions. Got a little downtime? Sip on some hot chocolate and click through my favorite features of the week:

the most gorgeous gift wrap tutorials by Sugar Paper LA O My Darlings' Cassidy June's stunning home tour holiday entertaining with Could I Have That? (I need girlfriends ASAP) What Gadabout Would Give via The Glitter Guide & the sweetest holiday breakfast with The Doctor's Closet and Lulu & Drew on The Glitter Guide

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lucia armchair // embellished striped top // dining table // the year designer

Christmas is almost upon us! I've spent the last few weeks thinking of (and buying) gifts for everyone on my list but there are still a few things I'm hoping that Santa will bring me. We're still in major need of dining room furniture and I think I've decided on the perfect mix of modern and southern. Don't forget a little sparkle (gotta love dressed up stripes) and some serious motivation for the (hopefully exciting) year ahead... I've been good, Santa.

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a few more things from my Christmas list

It's the most wonderful time of the year! There's nothing better than a good holiday playlist to get you through all of those festive tasks (baking cookies for Santa, wrapping presents, stuffing stockings...) ahead. I want to know, what's your favorite Christmas tune? Hint: mine is "Santa Baby". To listen to the playlist, click here.