Jess & Kelly's Winter Guide

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hi, gu ys! we’re so excited to share this winte r guide with you! may it make shopping for the season extra joyful this year. (plus, we threw in a few wiene r dog photos to ensure you had a few laughs, if nothing else.)

Happy Holidays!

Love, kelly & jess (and noodle) 3

s ’ t a h ? w nside i shop: winte r boot guide shop: casual winte r staples shop: holiday party attire gif t guide: for him gif t guide: for dad gif t guide: for mom gif t guide: stocking stuffe rs

ente rtaining: diy winte r florals recipe: chicken pot pie soup & biscuits recipe: spicy cranbe rry meatballs gif t guide: for the hostess beauty: 5 winte r lipstick shades gif t guide: for the beauty junkie shop: ne w years eve dresses

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how to use the guide ALL ITEMS WITHIN THE GUIDE ARE FULLY SHOPPABLE– WHEN YOU TURN THE PAGE, ALL ITEMS WITH A LINK WILL FLASH WITH A HIGHLIGHTED BLUE BOX, AND THEN DISSAPEAR. WHEN YOU HOVER OVER THE ITEM, YOU’LL SEE A BLUE OUTLINE. SIMPLY CLICK THE ITEM TO BE BROUGHT TO THE WEBSITE TO SHOP AND BUY THE PRODUCT.

TO SHOP OUTFIT PHOTOS, LOOK FOR THE TEXT LINKS IN THE CORNERS OF THE PAGE TO SHOP ITEMS THAT KELLY & JESS ARE WEARING:

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HUNTER RAIN BOOTS TIPS FOR SHOPPING HUNTER RAIN BOOTS: SIZE DOWN:

HUNTERS TEND TO RUN BIG, SO IF YOU’RE IN BETWEEN SIZES, ORDER A 1/2 SIZE DOWN TO BE SAFE!

CHOOSE TALL VS. SHORT:

THE SHAFT HEIGHT OF THE “TALL” BOOTS IS 16 INCHES, AND THE SHAFT HEIGHT OF THE “SHORT” BOOTS IS 10 INCHES. (BREAK OUT A MEASURING TAPE AND DECIDE!) WE LOVE THE LOOK OF THE TALL VERSION, BUT THE SHORT VERSION IS EASIER LUG AROUND THE CITY ALL DAY SHOULD THE RAIN STOP. THE SHORTER BOOTS ARE ALSO EASIER TO GET ON AND OFF!

GLOSSY VS MATTE:

HUNTERS COME IN TWO FINISHES: GLOSSY OR MATTE. KELLY PREFERS THE GLOSSY; JESS PREFERS THE MATTE. IT’S ALL A MATTER OF PREFERENCE!

FOR WIDER CALVES: TRY “THE HUNTRESS” VERSION FOR EXTRA ROOM.

THE “PACKABLE” VERSION:

IF YOU TRAVEL OFTEN, THE PACKABLE VERSION IS PERFECT AND MUCH EASIER TO TRANSPORT.

THE “REFINED” VERSION:

IF HUNTERS ARE TYPICALLY TOO BULKY FOR YOUR TASTE, YOU’LL LOVE THE REFINED VERSION, WHICH IS SLIMMER AND SLEEKER.

(JESS’ FAVORITE!)

SMALL FEET OR TIGHT BUDGET? GO WITH KIDS’ SIZE!

IF YOU WEAR A WOMEN’S 7.5 OR SMALLER, GO WITH THE KIDS’ VERSION, FOR JUST $80 INSTEAD OF $150!

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SHOP HUNTER BOOTS:

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DUCK BOOTS RAIN, SNOW, OR SHINE, DUCK BOOTS ARE A WINTER ESSENTIAL FOR COLDWEATHER CLIMATES. HERE ARE SOME OF OUR VERY FAVORITES!

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SOREL WINTER BOOTS WHEN IT COMES TO POWERING THROUGH THE TOUGHEST DAYS OF WINTER, (HERE IN CHICAGO, WE CALL IT #CHIBERIA), NO BOOTS DO IT BETTER THAN SOREL.

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WORTH THE INVESTMENT:

STUART WEITZMAN OTK BOOTS OUR FAVORITE BOOTS THIS SEASON? STUART WEITZMAN LOWLANDS AND HIGHLANDS! THESE OVER-THE-KNEE BOOTS LOOK INCREDIBLE PAIRED WITH ANY OUTFIT, AND WILL BE A STAPLE FOR YEARS TO COME. THIS IS THE KIND OF PURCHASE THAT YOU’LL PASS DOWN TO YOUR DAUGHTER ONE DAY. SO COME ON; JUST BUY THE SHOES.

BUYING GUIDE: COLOR: LOWLAND AND HIGHLAND BOOTS COME IN A VARIETY OF GORGEOUS COLORS. THE MOST POPULAR OF WHICH IS BLACK SUEDE, HOWEVER, WE ALSO LOVE THE NAVY AND BROWN LOWLAND, AS WELL AS THE GREY HIGHLANDS. BUT WHEN IN DOUBT–GO BLACK! LOWLAND FIT: LOWLANDS RUN SLIGHTLY LARGER, SO IF YOU’RE IN BETWEEN SIZES, IT MAY BE SAFE TO ORDER 1/2 SIZE DOWN. CALVES TEND TO RUN NARROW. HIGHLAND FIT: HIGHLAND BOOTS TEND TO RUN FAIRLY TRUE TO SIZE, SO ORDERING YOUR NORMAL SIZE WILL BE THE BEST BET. HOWEVER, KEEP IN MIND THAT THEY HAVE HIGH HEELS, SO WHEN IN DOUBT, ORDER SMALLER RATHER THAN LARGER. CALVES ALSO TEND TO RUN QUITE NARROW.

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CLICK TO SHOP JESS’ LOOK:

TURTLENECK, SCARF, VEST, JEANS, WEEKENDER BAG, BOOTS

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CLICK TO SHOP KELLY’S LOOK: TURTLENECK,VEST, BOOTS, SOCKS

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WHILE THIS IS LABELED AS A “JESS” FAVORITE, IN ACTUALITY, WE BOTH CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT THESE TURTLENECKS! THEY’RE THE PERFECT LAYER UNDER A CREWNECK SWEATER OR CARDIGAN, CAN BE DRESSED UP UNDER A SLEEVELESS DRESS, OR DRESSED DOWN TO WEAR WITH JEANS. PLUS, THEY’RE SO COMFY–KELLY EVEN SLEEPS IN THEM SOMETIMES! (#TRUECONFESSIONS.) 20

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THE “ONE FOR YOU, ONE FOR ME” MENTALITY TOTALLY APPLIES HERE. (WE WON’T TELL ANYONE!) VERSATILE AND COZY, YOU CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY PLAID SCARVES! THEY’RE THE PERFECT GIFT FOR A FRIEND. (OR YOU KNOW...YOURSELF. )

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LAND’S END ‘HARRIS’ BOOTIES THESE ARE MY GO-TO BOOTIES FOR WINTER. THEY’RE SO COMFY, AND I LOVE THE COLOR OF THIS GORGEOUS NAVY SUEDE! THEY LOOK GREAT WITH BOTH JEANS, SKIRTS, AND DRESSES. YOU’LL WANT ONE IN EVERY COLOR. 23

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Cozy & stylish flannel lining

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helpful hints for shopping barbour: TUCKERNUCK & NORDSTROM ARE BOTH GREAT RESOURCES FOR BARBOUR COATS AND VESTS, AS THEY PROVIDE FREE SHIPPING BOTH WAYS, AND FREE RETURNS! IF YOU FIND ONE RETAILER IS SOLD OUT, MAKE SURE TO TRY THE OTHER!

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THESE JACKETS ARE SELLING LIKE HOTCAKES, SO CHECK BOTH TUCKERNUCK & NORDSTROM IF YOU DON’T SEE YOUR FAVORITE 27 STYLE IN STOCK!

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WHERE’D WHERE’D YA YA GET GET THAT THAT SWEATER? SWEATER?

CLICK TO SHOP JESS’ LOOK: SWEATER, SKIRT, SHOES

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velvet glitte r bow flats NO HEELS=NO PAIN (AND ALL PARTY!) THESE ARE THE PERFECT SHOES FOR ANY HOLIDAY FIESTA. (BECAUSE NO PARTY SHOULD END DUE TO TIRED TOES! CHEERS TO THAT.) 40

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WINTER ESSENTIAL:

m.gemi “felize” loafe rs

WORDS CAN’T EXPLAIN MY OBSESSION WITH THESE LOAFERS! THEY’RE HANDCRAFTED IN ITALY, LESS THAN $200, AND COME IN GORGEOUS COLORS. WHAT ELSE COULD YOU WANT IN A LOAFER? THAT’S SURE ENOUGH TO MAKE ME ‘FELIZE’. (COUGH: HAPPY, THAT MEANS HAPPY.) $178

m.gemi “amare”

ARE YOU KIDDING WITH THESE SHOES? SKY HIGH HEELS, AN ULTRA-THIN ANKLE STRAP, AND LUXURIOUS PATENT LEATHER–YOU’LL FEEL LIKE A 1940’S MOVIE STAR. LA DOLCE VITA HERE YOU COME. $198

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daniel wellington shinola

Daniel Wellington and Shinola are two of Mitch & Neal’s favorite watch brands. If you’re looking to buy a watch for your guy, you can’t go wrong with these two options! Daniel Wellington watches are classic, simplistic, and will only set you back a couple hundred bucks.

On the flip side, Shinola is the perfect combination of Swiss innovation, American grit and style–handmade in Detroit. Both available at Nordstrom.

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HOW TO ARRANGE FLOWERS LIKE A PRO No matter how skilled you are in the entertaining department, sometimes the simple details–like

arranging flowers, or designing a tablescape–can escape us! “It takes too much time,” we say. Or, “I’ll never be able to make it look good enough!” So we give up, and often have no flowers at all. But the thing is–flowers can make all of the difference in setting the tone for youre soiree. To ensure your table doesn’t go naked this year, we went to the pro’s– Chicago’s The Foxglove Studio, to be exact. (One of our very favorite florists!) Read below for owner, Caitlin’s tips on preparing your own killer arrangement in a snap.

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Start with your favorite grocery store flowers–both Whole Foods and Trader Joes have a great selection!

Grab the prettiest flowers you can find, either a mixed bouquet or single variety. If single variety, pick 2-3 focal types of flowers (roses, spray rose, dahlia, all work great) and 1-2 types of filler flowers (greenery, waxflower, berries, foliage.) Try to incorporate different textures and shapes. It will make for a more interesting arrangement!

Take apart the mixed bouquet or single variety bundles and lay them out in a row on your counter or dining room table. Survey what you’ve got to work with. (My, aren’t those pretty!)

Prepare a simple low glass vase, or any low vessel that you love and using floral tape make an x on the top (this helps to support your stems in the beginning of building).

Use your filler flowers first to create a “base.” Always remember to cut the stems at a diagonal (this helps them stay fresh longer). If using as a centerpiece on a dining table, make sure you can see over the arrangement so you can have a conversation with the person across the table!

Pepper in the focal flowers–and voila! You have a great arrangement.

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Purchase eucalyptus, bay laurel, or evergreen and simply lay them down the center of your table to create a more rustic look. Serve food in family style platters and candles and you have a warm, festive and inviting table scape!

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For another alternative, arrange evergreen, wild grasses and wild flowers in vintage or antique apothecary bottles as bud vases. Pepper them down the table to create a floral scape without taking up to much room on your table. This way, there is more room for all that food!

If all else fails, call up The Foxglove Studio to order one of their gorgeous seasonal arrangements!

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LEFTOVER TURKEY OR CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP SERVES 4-6

INGREDIENTS: 1 LB TURKEY OR CHICKEN 1 CUP CARROTS 1 CUP CELERY 1/2 CUP FLOUR 1 OZ BUTTER CHIVES, FOR GARNISH 2 CUPS MILK 2 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH 1 MEDIUM YELLOW ONION INSTRUCTIONS: IN A LARGE POT, SAUTE VEGGIES IN UNTIL ONIONS ARE TRANSLUCENT. ADD FLOUR AND BUTTER, STIR FOR 3 MINS. ADD LIQUIDS. SIMMER FOR 20-30 MINS, UNTIL FLAVORS MELD. ADD CHICKEN, STIR TO HEAT THROUGH. SERVE IMMEDIATELY WITH CHIVES AND BISCUITS.

CHEESY CHIVE BISCUITS MAKES 12-16 BISCUITS

INGREDIENTS: 2 1/2 CUPS FLOUR 1 TBS BAKING POWDER 1 TSP SALT 1/4 CUP CHOPPED CHIVES 4 OZ (1/2 BRICK) CREAM CHEESE 1 CUP CHEDDAR CHEESE, SHREDDED 2 OZ BUTTER 3/4 CUP MILK INSTRUCTIONS: COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS IN A LARGE MIXING BOWL UNTIL WELL MIXED. CUT IN CREAM CHEESE & BUTTER. USING A MIXER, OR YOUR FINGERS, MIX UNTIL BUTTER AND CREAM CHEESE ARE WELL INCORPORATED. (THERE SHOULD BE LOT’S OF LITTLE TINY BALLS OF GOODNESS IN THERE. A FEW LARGER CLUMPS IS OK TOO.) ADD IN MILK, UNTIL A DOUGH FORMS. ON A LIGHTLY FLOURED SURFACE, ROLL OUT DOUGH, (CAN ADD A BIT MORE MILK IF NEEDED) AND CUT BISCUITS. BAKE AT 475 FOR 15 MINS. SERVE WITH POT PIE SOUP, OR BAKE AHEAD AS A YUMMY SNACK FOR HOUSE GUESTS!

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SWEET & SPICY

CRANBERRY MEATBALLS

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meatballs were made for winter. What’s more comforting

than little piping hot bundles of sweet and savory joy?

(The answer: Nothing!) This festive recipe combines the sweetness of cranberry sauce with a bit of hot sauce, garlic, and herbs for a savory kick. Oh, and make sure to use organic, grass-fed beef–it makes all the difference!

(We love PRE Brands ground beef, which has no hormones or additives.)

This recipe is perfect for any gathering this season– Thanksgiving dinner, a Christmas potluck, or a (THE PERFECT APPETIZER!) crowd-pleasing Superbowl Sunday snack!

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THE MEATBALLS MAKES ABOUT 25-30 MEATBALLS

INGREDIENTS: 1.5 IBS GROUND BEEF (WE PREFER TO USE PRE BRANDS, AS IT’S 100% GRASS FED, ORGANIC, AND DELICIOUS!) 2/3 CUP ONION, FINELY CHOPPED 1/2 CUP BEEF BROTH 1 PACKAGE ONION SOUP MIX 1/2 CUP SEASONED BREADCRUMBS 2 EGGS, BEATEN 1 TSP GARLIC POWDER 2 TBS CHOPPED FRESH CHIVES INSTRUCTIONS: PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 DEGREES, AND BEGIN CARAMELIZING YOUR ONIONS IN A FRYING PAN FOR 10-20 MINS, UNTIL THEY’RE A DEEP BROWN COLOR. (THIS CAN EASILY BE DONE A COUPLE DAYS AHEAD, TOO!) IN A BOWL, COMBINE WITH REMAINING INGREDIENTS UNTIL MIXED THROUGH. GIVE MIXTURE A TASTE TEST BY FRYING UP A PINCH OF THE MIXTURE. TASTE, AND ADJUST SEASONINGS AS NEEDED. THEN ROLL INTO BITE-SIZED BALLS. BAKE FOR 15 MINUTES. (IF THEY’RE STILL PINK IN THE CENTER, NO WORRIES, WE’LL FINISH COOKING THEM IN THE SAUCE!)

THE SAUCE INGREDIENTS: 1 CAN WHOLE CRANBERRY SAUCE 1 CUP CHILI SAUCE 3 TBS BROWN SUGAR 3 TBS HOT SAUCE (LIKE LOUISIANA’S) 1.5 TBS SOY SAUCE 1 TSP GARLIC POWDER 1 TSP CAYENNE PEPPER (ADJUST BASED ON YOUR SPICE TOLERANCE!) INSTRUCTIONS: IN A LARGE SAUTE PAN, COMBINE ABOVE INGREDIENTS AND BRING TO A SIMMER OVER LOW HEAT, FOR A MINIMUM OF TWENTY MINUTES.

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THE FINISHING TOUCHES WHEN SAUCE IS FINISHED SIMMERING AND MEATBALLS ARE OUT OF THE OVEN, PLACE MEATBALLS IN THE SAUCE PAN AND STIR THOROUGHLY. CONTINUE TO SIMMER IN THE SAUCE FOR ABOUT 15 MORE MINUTES, UNTIL MEATBALLS ARE COMPLETELY COOKED THROUGH (NO PINK IN THE CENTER.) SERVE IMMEDIATELY, WITH FRESH CHIVES SPRINKLED ON TOP. EASY ALTERNATIVE: THIS RECIPE COULD ALSO BE EASILY MADE IN THE CROCK POT–JUST PLACE RAW MEATBALLS IN THE SAUCE, AND LET THEM COOK LOW AND SLOW! BON APPETIT!

This feature sponsored by PRE Beef. All opinions are 100% our own.

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NARS VELVET MATTE LIPSTICK PENCIL IN ‘CRUELLA’

A rich, deep red hue that you won’t be able to get enough of. Glides on super creamy, and a little bit goes a long way! Perfect for a night out, this shade looks ultra glamerous.

GIVENCHY ROUGE INTERDIT SATIN LIPSTICK IN ‘BLACK PLUM’

While it looks a shade lighter than black, this lipstick goes on in a sheer, dark plum hue.

Vampy, dramatic, and drop dead gorgeous.

M.A.C MATTE LIPSTICK IN ‘LADY DANGER’

An matte, orangey-red shade that looks great with any skin tone. It’s like a party in a tube!

Jess has been wearing this favorite for years! Stays put longer with M.A.C Prep + Prime Lip Primer.

M.A.C RETRO MATTE LIPSTICK IN ‘RELENTLESSLY RED’

A bright punch of gorgeous, pinky-red color in a chic matte finish. For extra longwear, layer over M.A.C. Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Dynamo.

CLINIQUE POP LIP COLOUR+ PRIMER IN ‘CHERRY POP’

This classic cherry-hued lipstick comes equipped with primer and color all in one, for an ultra-smooth application that keeps lips moisturized.

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e ven bette r dark spot corrector THIS SERUM, ALSO COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS, “MAGIC IN A BOTTLE” IS A FAVORITE OF MINE AS WELL AS KELLY’S! THIS HAS HELPED DRAMATICALLY REDUCE DARK SPOTS ON MY FACE LEFT FROM BAD BREAKOUTS, AND MAKES MY WHOLE COMPLEXION MORE EVEN OVERALL. IT ALSO KEEPS SKIN RIDICULOUSLY SOFT AND MOISTURIZED. I CAN’T SCREAM LOUD ENOUGH ABOUT HOW MUCH I LOVE THIS PRODUCT! IT’LL MAKE THE PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER FOR THE SKINCARE-OBSESSED.

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FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I LIKE TO LICK ALL OF THE MAKEUP OFF YOUR FACE.

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WINTER ESSENTIAL:

“yes to cucumbe rs” facial wipes AFTER A DAY’S WORTH OF NOODLE KISSES AND CITY GRIME, I CAN’T WAIT TO GET MY MAKEUP OFF AT THE END OF THE DAY. I ALWAYS KEEP A PACK OF THESE WIPES AT MY BEDSIDE (BECAUSE LET’S BE HONEST, I’M OFTEN TOO TIRED TO WASH MY FACE.) THESE WIPES ARE REFRESHING, AND TAKE OFF EVERYTHING IN JUST A FEW SWIPES. THEY’RE HYPOALLERGENIC, TOO! 63

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PARTY DRESSES! LACE + GLITTER + SEQUINS, OH MY!

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THANKS FOR SHOPPING ALONG WITH US! FOR MORE WINTER FUN AND INSPIRATION, HEAD ON OVER TO KELLY IN THE CITY & THE GOLDEN GIRL!