Sailor's Holiday Guide

S A I L O R’ S H O L I D A Y GUIDE 2015

a letter from the sailor Hello there—

Hope you’re in a holly jolly mood this holiday season. I know that the holidays can be everything but easy, and that is why I’m here. To be your own special Santa Claus. Here is your master guide to gift-giving, travel tips, holiday parties, the sartorial essentials for every occasion that pop on your calendar… the list goes on.

Along with Sailor’s Holiday Guide, I’ll be sharing plenty more on the site (like giveaways!) and through a special newsletter that will be launching next week.

I look forward to sharing this holiday season with you all. Like always, thank you for supporting Sailing the Sea of Style and allowing me to create my vision.

Merry merry.

- Sloane

Bag: Angela Roi, Sweater: LL Bean Skirt: Asos, Tights: Wolfram, Boots: Asos Scarf: Madewell, Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sailor Does Staples: Holiday Edition ……………………………………………… 7 Gift-Guiding ………………………………………………………………………… 10 Sloane’s List…………………………………………………………………………… 16 A Merry (Vegan) Christmas………………………………………………………….. 17 Holiday Travel Tips…………………………………………………………………… 26 Sailor’s Golden Rules…………………………………………………………………. 27

TWE LVE SAILOR STAPLES on the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me‌

… a silky blouse

who: Shashi

who: Realisation Par

now: everyday

now: velvet or flare denim

later: everyday

later: white cutoffs and slides

when: Thanksgiving

when: Holiday party

… weekender who: Herschel now: Vermont later: Cape Cod when: long weekend

… baby bling

to shock the family with your killer style

who: Polo RL

now: matches every piece in your closet later: Christmas in July when: do you need an occasion? who: UGG & Steve Madden

… tartan scarf

now: inside by the fire, inside on the dance floor later: inside with the A.C., inside on the dance floor

… dynamic duo when: the minute your feet start hurting & the 1st holiday par-tay

… that ONE dress who: Needle & Thread now: sass & class later: more sass & class (plus, maybe a tan?) when: ASAP

who: LL Bean now: Barbour later: white when: outdoor adventures

…fisherman knit

… marron clutch who: BCBG now: L.B.D. / leather / suede

…red lip & later: people might thing you’re shimmery seasonally confused cheeks when: NYE …leather who: NARS & Becca skirt now: pale & slick hair

later: tan & loose braids when: under the moonlight

who: T by Alexander Wang now: red sweater & booties later: white & chucks when: Holiday get-together

FOR YOU

THE BOYS CLUB

MOTHERS

SAILOR TIP: Print a bunch of Instagram photos & tie them up in something pretty for the perfect personal gift.

BEAUTY BABE

GYM BUNNY

HOSTESS

S L O A N E’ S L I S T

AVERY MERRY (V E G A N) C H R I S T M A S

PEPPERMINT MOCHA

I. Heat water (don’t boil) until very hot II. Add instant coffee to water (play around with how much as it depends on how coffee-y you like it) III. Simmer until consistent IV. Add milk and cocoa powder to coffee. Stir V. Drop in peppermint extract and stir.

VI. Pour into mug and top with cinnamon

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instant coffee milk of choice (almond, coconut, soy) dark cocoa powder peppermint extract powdered cinnamon

PUMPKIN PANCAKES I. Blend oats, banana, almond milk, pumpkin, and cinnamon until smooth | At the same time, heat the pan II. Pour batter into pan in the shape of small circles (optional: add any other toppings now) III.Cook until you see bubbles or the edges are golden brown, then flip

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2 packs of instant oats 1 cup of almond milk 1 banana 1 tablespoon of pumpkin 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar Dash of cinnamon Handful of vegan chocolate chips

CHRISTMAS KALE SALAD I. Wash kale in a salad spinner or in the sink II. Add goji berries, cranberries, pomegranates, raspberries, flaxseeds, and almonds into bowl with kale III.In a separate dish, mix 1/3 lime juice, 1/3 balsamic vinegar, and 1/3 walnut oil to create the dressing IV. Add the dressing to the salad and toss. Top with pepper

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1 cup raspberries 1/3 cup dried goji berries 1/4 cup pomegranates 1 tablespoon brown flaxseed 1/3 cup Spanish almonds 1 large container of baby kale 1 tablespoon lime juice, balsamic vinegar, & walnut oil black pepper

C O C O A & P B ’N I C E C R E A M I. Freeze two ripe bananas overnight (or at least 12 hours) II. In a blender, add the bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate protein powder III.Blend mixture until smooth “ice cream” like consistency IV. Top with preferred toppings (choc. chips, goji berries, chia seeds)

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2 ripe bananas 1 serving chocolate protein powder 1 tablespoon peanut butter goji berries vegan chocolate chips chia seeds optional: coconut sugar to sweeten

HANDLING HOLIDAY T R A V E L 101 -

Check Expedia and other travel sites for hotel deals Use your airline points and miles to score major discounts Get to the airport early >>> especially if you’re flying out between the 24th-26th of December Always plan and prepare for weather delays Pack layers for holiday travel If you are bringing presents to family or friends, ship them out in advance or carry them on >>> don't check them!

SAILOR’S GOLDEN RULES OF THE HOLIDAYS I. Never wear heels to & from the party. You’ll be thanking yourself later (instead of moaning “beauty is pain”) II. Don’t “Griswold” your house.

III. Take the Ugly *Funny* Christmas Sweater game seriously.

IV. Decorating the tree with balance and design is an art and task.

V. The Beach Boys and Home Alone 2 Christmas albums are #1.

I originally had this page planned to be closing remarks for my holiday guide. As much as I love the festive season, presents, parties, etc‌ may we always remember to treat each other with kindness and respect. With the recent acts of terror and violence in the world, let us remember the true meaning of the holiday season. Enjoy and cherish each moment spent with loved ones and new friends. Give back to those in need or even give someone a smile. I promise you it will make a difference, even if you don’t think so.

I wish you a jolly and festive holiday season. Like always, thank you so much for reading and supporting my blog- it means the world to me. I love what I do and cannot wait to share more with you.

Thank you to my friends and family- I love you all.

As always-

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs. Graphics by Sloane Kratzman ©2015 SAILING THE SEA OF STYLE™