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THE LOOT: Like A Bandit

Feeling very lucky!

How was everyone’s holiday? Did you get all you wished for and more? As you can see below, I made out like a bandit, didn’t I?

J.Crew Jackie cardigan & classic striped button-down
Actually picked up a few blouses and light sweaters with a gift card!

Chloé eau de parfum
Got it!

DVF iPad case in “Raining Diamonds”
Decided on this cover; love the zip, the tassel, and the pockets!

Coach black leather turnlock wallet
A classic, with lots of slots

Vogue, The Covers
A visual historical record, not to be missed

Bauble Bar gold pave studs
Ahem, a little gift for myself…

Guerlain Vol de Nuit powder
Shimmery, makes me feel pretty!

Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange
Seriously, my new obsession. Highly recommend!

DeLonghi 10-cup coffee maker
Perfect for entertaining (unlike the popular single-cup styles)

Slate cheese board
I was shocked to discover we did not have a cheese board. Gasp!

Jonathan Adler Futura salt & pepper shakers
White plus gold = me, happy.

One of the best gifts I got?
A double-compartment trash bin for trash and recycling. A necessity!

I still have a few gift cards to use! Considering a larger purchase like a black handbag, perhaps the Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Groovee Satchel…thoughts? Other reco’s for me?

And thank you ALL for your two cents about my New Year’s Eve outfit dilemma! After all that, the hostess decided to wear jeans, so no dress for me (although #2 was the contender!). But I kept it stylish with a nude silk blouse, black pants, black sandals, my fur vest, and lots of pearls…and was quite comfortable. ;o)

Hope everyone else’s 2012 got off to great start like mine!

Erika Brechtel

Erika's passion for guiding women to "Style Your Biz, Your Home, Your Self, Your Life" led her create 'The E List' (formerly the Small Shop blog) in 2010. Since, she's expanded globally into speaking, mentoring, course offerings, angel investing, and social entrepreneurship through the Élanoura Collective for women founders.

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  1. viv says

    January 2, 2012 at 5:27 am

    You got some really good stuff!! Hope your New Year’s was fab! xx
    fashiontruffles.blogspot.com

  2. Sharon@house58blog.com says

    January 2, 2012 at 7:15 am

    Just downloaded Parisian Chic to Ipad–looks fun!

  3. Carly {a simple affair} says

    January 2, 2012 at 7:46 am

    What a wonderful gifts! I got the same cheese board as well and cannot wait to put it to good use! Those salt and pepper shakers are fab as well. Sounds like you had a comfy + chic NYE outfit-hope the night was wonderful!

    xoxo,

    Carly

  4. victoria | vmac+cheese says

    January 2, 2012 at 10:04 am

    So amazing!! You really did make out like a bandit. I just looked up the Parisian Chic book and I’m adding it to my Amazon wish list for sure.

  5. designstiles says

    January 2, 2012 at 10:41 am

    Great gifts, but I think I’m mostly jealous of your trash and recycle bin. We need one of those. Oh and we don’t have a cheese board either.

    I ended up buying myself a DVF iPad cover too. I went with snakeskin and hot pink. I think I love it more than the iPad itself. :)

  6. Jessica Rowe {The Aestate} says

    January 2, 2012 at 10:52 am

    Looks like someone is certainly well-loved! I Love those books and the pave earrings.

  7. Mae says

    January 2, 2012 at 11:10 am

    You did well girlie! Nice loot! I’m loving those gold pave studs, the DVF case, all of it!
    Happy New Year to you and your family!
    xx

  8. Gaby [The Vault Files] says

    January 2, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    Wow, very nice!! Happy you got the perfume, has been my favorite for the past 2-3 years ;) I’m also on the hunt for a black handbag, I’ll send you a couple of my choices ;)
    Even though there is no pic, I can totally imagine your outfit, love it!

  9. Tamara, Bella Boho says

    January 2, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    I made out like a bandit too, but I’ll have to treat myself to a few of your goodies, like those books! My man did get me Alexander McQueen Savage Beauty, he’s awesome!

    HAPPY NEW YEAR ERIKA!!!

  10. Jackie {York Avenue} says

    January 2, 2012 at 3:48 pm

    Great stuff you got! I’ve been meaning to read Parisian Chic for a while now, can’t wait. Love the salt and pepper shakers and the Vogue book looks great too. Happy 2012!

  11. Lauren says

    January 2, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Need to buy that Parisan book. Sounds great! Wonderful items and I bet you looked fabulous on NYE ;)

  12. Dawn {The Alternative Wife} says

    January 2, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    Oooh you really did make out well! Isn’t the Ines de la Fressange book incredible? My obsession too :)

    Happy new year, Erika! Hope 2012 is off to a fabulous start! xoxo

  13. kristina says

    January 2, 2012 at 5:15 pm

    happy new year erika! you did make out well ~ that book and that fragrance = i want!!
    xx, kristina

  14. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    January 2, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    So fun! Here’s to 2012!!!

  15. Cheryl Lynn says

    January 2, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    I’m going to get Parisian Chic! These are some wonderful items and it sounds like you were as gorgeous as you were comfortable. Glad you had a wonderful time. Thanks so much for stopping by my neck of the woods. I appreciate your visit. Please come again!

  16. Emily | Recently says

    January 2, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    Girlfriend, you scored big time! :) Yes, a classic black bag would be a wonderful purchase. It’s always a tough decision though isn’t it??

  17. Miranda {onestylishdayatatime} says

    January 2, 2012 at 8:47 pm

    Wow lady- what a score. Such a great variety of goodies.

  18. karlita Borrego says

    January 2, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    you received a lot!! loved the shirt and cardigan and the perfume! well deserved erika! hope this year continues bringing you lots of beauty!

  19. Grace - Stripes & Sequins says

    January 3, 2012 at 9:22 am

    Oooh… you did well! I LOVE the salt + pepper shakers and have/am obsessed with both books. Happy New Year!! xo

  20. Christina says

    January 3, 2012 at 11:44 am

    Oh man I meant to do a post like this with my own holiday loot. It wouldn’t be awkwardly late to do that on like Thursday or Friday this week, would it? Naaah….

  21. Lonely Wife Project says

    January 3, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    The Chloe scent is on my Valentine’s list ;)

  22. Brynn {chartreuse & a twist} says

    January 4, 2012 at 6:02 pm

    You DID make out like a bandit, you lucky girl!!! You will love your slate cheese board! And I absolutely love your salt & pepper shakers!!! Happy New Year! XO brynn

  23. Gabrielle | Savvy Home says

    January 4, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    Happy go lucky, lady! That’s quite a collection! Who’s the sweetheart who brought you that Chloe parfum you wanted so bad?

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