Happy New Year!

I would like to wish you all a happy and healthy new year. May it be filled with joy, love and peace. Again, thanks so much for following this blog. I started it with the intent of connecting with women all over the world. So fun to connect with ladies from Australia, India and Germany to name a few other countries. I've enjoyed sharing my passion for fashion and lifestyle. I hope I have inspired you a little or just that you had fun with me.

xoxo
Vee

Holiday Time

Have a wonderful time enjoying the people you love in your life, whether they are near or far. Reflecting back on the year, I realize how time flies. I am sure you do too. I am so grateful for my husband, children, family and all the wonderful friends in our lives. We are very blessed and I am careful to remember the real meaning of Christmas.

Sparkle and Shine

A sequins pencil skirt is a fun way to show up to your holiday parties. There is glitter everywhere this season so if you are into it, go for it! I personally am a glitter and glam girl. If you are shying away from the skirt then shimmer in shoes, sweaters or other kinds of skirts. Have fun and let it shine, let it shine, let it shine!

Cheers, It's Party Time.

White Sangria

1 bottle chilled dry white wine
1 bottle chilled champagne (modestly good champagne will do)
3 oz. Damiana liqueur (herbal liqueur with citrus and vanilla flavors)
2 freshly sliced pears
2 apples (sliced and cored)
20 whole cloves
1 tsp. ground nutmeg

Preparation:

1. In a large pitcher, add the pears, apples, cloves and nutmeg.
2. Add the Damiana liqueur and stir.
3. Add the wine and stir gently.
4. Refrigerate overnight.

When you're ready to serve, pour in your champagne, stirring it slowly within the mixture. Serve in an ice-filled wineglass.

Courtesy of HGTV

Fabulous Friends: Michelle Edwards

Today I am featuring the talented fellow blogger Michelle Edwards. I discovered her on Pinterest. She is a holiday decorating specialist and owner and designer of her own Etsy shop. She creates beautiful home decor items to make your home feel warm and inviting. I love her style and wanted to share it with you. Check out how she transforms a mantle for the Christmas season. Visit her blog at Sweet Something Designs

I love the simple elegance of it all.

(See more below)

Hostess Gifts

Here are some great ideas for gifting your holiday party hostess. 

All items were featured on Elle.com. These monogramed journals are 

my favorite. Hint hint.