Katie Allen

Shop the season at Anthropologie: A curated list of top Christmas finds featuring ornaments, décor, stockings, and unique gifts to make your holidays merry and bright.

Get into the holiday spirit with my curated collection of vintage inspired Christmas décor and gifting must haves. From retro tinsel trees and glass oak ball ornaments to nostalgic books and holiday bake books, this list showcases 28 timeless pieces that bring warm, classic charm to your 2025 celebration. Perfect for deck­ing your halls, styling a photo friendly home, or finding that one of a kind gift that feels like a memory. Explore and share your favorite vintage holiday treasures!

Discover my curated list of elegant, Ralph Lauren inspired Christmas décor items perfect for creating a classic holiday look.

As the crisp fall air rolls in, it's time to step up your footwear game. Whether you're looking for chic ankle boots or bold, tall statement boots, this season’s must-have styles will elevate your autumn wardrobe. From cozy, comfortable options perfect for all-day wear to trendy boots that make a statement, discover the top boot trends for fall 2025. Get ready to embrace the beauty of fall leaves while keeping your feet stylish and warm with these essential fall boot styles.

Discover the ultimate fall candle lineup! These warm, cozy scents think pumpkin spice, crisp apple, vanilla, and autumn woods are perfect for creating a welcoming home. Whether you love sweet bakery vibes or smoky, woodsy notes, these top picks bring all the autumn feels. Great for gift ideas or simply treating yourself this season.

Discover the best fall lipsticks in deep, rich shades perfect for fall. From classic rum raisin tones to bold berries and warm browns, these budget-friendly picks deliver luxe color without the splurge. Featuring top drugstore favorites like L’Oréal, Revlon, NYX, Morphe, and Milani, each formula offers long-lasting wear and smooth, creamy texture. Whether you love a soft matte or a hydrating satin finish, these affordable fall lipsticks will keep your look chic and on trend all season.

If warm, comforting, and “come a little closer” scents are your thing — you’re in the right place. This list is full of perfumes that smell like golden hour, soft sweaters, vanilla skin, and a touch of mystery. From cozy amber blends to sensual musks and spicy vanillas, these are the fragrances that turn heads, start conversations, and leave a trail people remember. Whether you’re looking for your next signature scent or just want to smell like the human version of a warm hug — these are the ones worth spritzing. ✨

Get radiant, healthy skin without the designer price tag. This collection highlights affordable skincare products that perform like cult favorites from Drunk Elephant, La Mer, Tatcha, Glow Recipe, SK-II, Summer Fridays, and more. From hydrating serums and barrier-repair creams to brightening treatments, each pick delivers luxe results at a fraction of the cost. Perfect for beauty lovers who want the same glow as their favorite prestige brands while staying on budget.

Can’t justify the high end price tag but love the look? These are the top drugstore dupe picks that nail the finish, pigment, or glow of your favorite luxury makeup for a fraction of the cost. From glowing highlighters to velvety lippies, each dupe here holds its own beside the originals. This curated roundup features affordable makeup dupes for cult-favorite products from NARS, Rhode, Urban Decay, Charlotte Tilbury, Rare Beauty, and more. From glowing skin with e.l.f.’s viral Halo Glow to long lasting lip colors that mimic top designer shades, these picks deliver high end performance without the splurge. Perfect for anyone who wants that prestige look on a budget.

Discover your ultimate comfort with my curated Cozy Fits recommendation featuring soft slippers, wide leg sweatpants, vintage style hoodies & relaxed joggers perfect for lounging, working from home, or running errands in style. Wrap yourself in autumn warmth perfect for fall coffee dates, slow Sunday mornings, and crisp-air strolls.

Discover the Best Budget-Friendly Lip Products for Every Need! From lip colors to essential lip care. Whether you're looking to add a pop of color or keep your lips soft and protected, these affordable lip products are perfect for every budget. Find your new favorite lip care essentials!

These are the skincare products I reach for daily simple, effective, and actually worth the rep. From cleansers to my go-to moisturizer with SPF, everything here helps keep my skin hydrated, protected, and glowing.

Looking for festive holiday books to share with your baby? These baby and toddler friendly Halloween and Christmas books are filled with bright pictures, simple words, and interactive fun that little ones love. Whether you’re starting a spooky sweet Halloween tradition or cozying up for Christmas bedtime stories, these books make the holidays extra special for babies and toddlers

This list of holiday books for kids brings together the best Halloween and Christmas stories in one place. From not-too-spooky pumpkin adventures to heartwarming Christmas classics, these seasonal books make storytime extra special. Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young readers. Many of these holiday books are timeless classics I loved as a child, and now I enjoy reading them with my daughter. Passing down these Halloween and Christmas stories makes storytime both nostalgic and magical, creating meaningful traditions and memories for our family

Get your little one ready to create with the best toddler art supplies! This list features must have essentials that spark creativity, build fine motor skills, and make arts and crafts fun and easy for little hands.

Discover the best Montessori toys that encourage learning through play. Montessori toys are designed to be simple, natural, and purposeful helping children develop independence, fine motor skills, problem solving, and creativity. This curated list features popular, parent approved Montessori inspired toys that support hands on exploration and real life skills, making playtime both fun and educational

From adorable animal adventures to fun and educational favorites this list is packed with books that make learning and imagination magical. Whether you’re cuddled up at bedtime, celebrating a holiday, or just need a giggle filled afternoon, these picks will keep your baby or toddler turning pages

Discover the best toddler toys under $20 that combine fun, learning, and affordability. These budget-friendly picks include sensory toys, educational games, and playtime favorites designed to spark creativity, build fine motor skills, and keep little ones entertained without breaking the bank.

This Melissa & Doug toy is a parent-approved favorite that combines learning and fun. Designed to spark creativity, build problem-solving skills, and encourage hands-on play, it’s perfect for babies and toddlers. Whether you’re shopping for a gift or adding to your child’s playroom, this educational toy is durable, engaging, and highly recommended by parents everywhere.

This list is a mix of the things that truly got used and loved in our home from toys that kept my baby and toddler engaged, to products that made my life as a new mom a whole lot easier. I created this to help other parents, whether you’re preparing for a new baby, shopping for a toddler, or looking for practical gift ideas for a baby shower or first birthday. You’ll find: Toys that actually hold attention from sensory and teething toys to toddler favorites that still get daily use. Thoughtful items for moms the little things that supported me during postpartum and beyond. A few products that I now love to gift because I know how helpful they were in my own experience Everything here is mom tested, baby approved, and chosen with care not just the trendy stuff, but what truly made a difference. Whether you’re building a registry, shopping for a friend, or navigating early motherhood yourself, I hope this list gives you some clarity