God Bless Us, Every One.

M: 

A: HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO MEEEEEE.

M: FA LA LA LA LA

LA LA LA GOSLING

A: THAT IS MY FAVORITE CHRISTMAS SONG.

M: Colin Firth has something to say:

A: He's wearing his favorite holiday-themed jumper! Aw. And look who stopped by:

M: I feel like if David Bowie saw that, he would disappear you.

A: Hey, I didn't make it, I just found it. And reposted it. On the internet. Crap.

M: I love it so much. You know what else I love? This:

A: Aw, so happy! And BIG. Wow.

M: Santa is like, can you believe the chest on this guy? Speaking of Santa...Merry Christmas.

A: I hate you.

M: God, I love the Internet.

Gift Guide for People that Write This Blog.

A: So, if we did a gift guide I feel like it would really just be things we want for ourselves. Like, someone could totally buy me this:

House of Harlow Sunburst Necklace

M: Oh, I see no reason you shouldn't get that! Me, I'll take these, please:

Frye Veronica Shortie Boot

A: Those need to be yours. It would be a CHRISTMAS CRIME if they weren't.  I would like these boot which are out of stock everywhere and also really, really ridiculously expensive:

Coclico Windy Boot

A: But if someone really loved me enough they would track down a pair because boots = love.

M: God. I think those boots would make you a better person. My delicate toes would also like a pair of these, for winter hibernation purposes:

J. Crew Lodge Moccasin

A: Oh, those would be perfect for shuffling around the house in your robe. Very chic. I would very much like this iPad case in my life:

Kate Spade Glitterball iPad Sleeve

A: Also maybe an iPad to put in it. That would be nice.

M: THAT IS SO SPARKLY NOW I WANT ONE TOOOOO.

A: I KNOW. AND WHEN YOU GET BORED YOU CAN JUST TWIRL IT LIKE A DISCO BALL.

M: Sorry, distracted. Anyway, I found The Perfect Coat. Perfect for all your Kate Lanphear dreams and honestly more me than my badass leather jacket:

Zara Leather Biker Coat

A: Guh. Nnuf. Unnf.

M: It hurts my feeeeeelings.

A: It's just mean, is what it is. Mean. We should both get this to make us feel better:

Bobbi Brown Extreme Party Eye Palette

M: If there is anything I love, it's an extreme party.

A: I know, right? I am still waiting to be invited to one. I would wear this:

Alice + Olivia Mona Sequined Dress

M: You are the sparkliest. I'll wear this:

Isabella Oliver Sequin Tunic Maternity Dress

A: Oooh. Pretty.

M: Here is something practical! I don't want to do a dumb diaper bag for this baby, and need something my husband would be okay carrying. Don't you think this little stripey backpack is sweet?

Baggu Sailor Striped Backpack

M: See? It's not ALL about me! This is for the BABY.

A: Oh, that is practical! And very unselfish of you. I also want a practical thing, this gym bag:

New Balance Performance Duffle

A: My Lululemon gym bag is an unwieldy disaster. (I know, I know.)

M: See? You are just looking out for your health.

A: Seriously, I am. I wish there were such a thing as a really cute gym bag that's also functional. I have Gym Bag Issues.

M: Poor bunny.

A: It's very sad for me.

M: I'll pray for your plight.

A: Alas.

A Very Ridiculous Giveaway.

Hey there! As a thank you to our awesome readers we decided to do a fun beauty samples giveaway...and then promptly forgot to do it. This is to your benefit because the stash of giveaway stuff has grown during our time of slackness. So, now we have a Birchbox overflowing with awesome samples that we're giving away to one of you. I know it sounds a little eye-rolling, like THANKS FOR GIVING ME YOUR FREE CRAP, LADIES, but wait! There's some good stuff in this box, stuff we'd not mind keeping for ourselves.

You guys have been great about putting up with our nonsense and we almost never get shitty comments which is very appreciated. It's basically a bribe. Check it out:

Oooh, there could be anything in there! I will give you some highlights:

• 2oz bottle of Murad Clarifying Cleanser
• Deluxe sample of Lancome Hypnose Star mascara
• Deluxe sample of Make Up For Ever High Definition powder
• Deluxe sample of Sephora foundation primer
• Two foil packets of Smashbox Camera Ready BB cream
• Foil packet of Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation primer

And! So much more stuff that I will just let you wonder about. Why, there could be anything in there! Maybe a pony! (There isn't a pony.)

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED! The winner will be announced on Wednesday December 19th.

Adrien: Phoning It In.

Sorry about the lack of timely posts lately - I'm sick and Marianne is SICK. It doesn't make for a very cheerful blog, but I did manage to clothe myself today and get a photo, so yay for that.

This dress is one I probably should retire but I keep giving it one last shot. It's basically a giant, shapeless t-shirt, but sometimes you just want to wear something that isn't all up in your business, especially when you're feeling gross and sound like a consumptive Demi Moore. With that glowing endorsement I shall now post the photos:

dress: Banana Republic (similar)
cardigan: Old Navy (similar)
tights: Spanx reversible
shoes: Coclico (similar)
bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (similar)
locket: J Crew (similar)

UNDO.

A: One of our readers* sent in a most unfortunate Daniel Craig photo:

M: AHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAA


HAHAHA

SNORT

A: IT WAS THE 90S.

M: HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

A: IT WAS FOR A ROLE.

M: Heeeeeeeeeeeeee. Oh man, I think I am wheezing.

A: HERE:

M: Aw, Hugh Jackman is so smiley.

A: They make a really hot couple, don't you think?

M: Very attractive. They fill out those suits nicely.

A: I'll take it.

*With thanks to Francie!

Marianne: Context Clues

I bought this silk Anna Sui for anthropologie top on eBay, and I love it even though it's kind of shapeless, the design looks a bit like an alien is trying to escape my torso, and the sleeves have a "lunchlady arm" effect. And yet! I still love it.

Lu is really mastering her poses.

 I tried to get a good detail shot, but it was dark and we had to use the flash and everything looks kind of sickly and shiny below. You'll have to trust that it's a pretty top. Lots of fancy details that make it look expensive.

Flash photography is not your friend.

 It's been unseasonably warm, but I just can't go out in December without a jacket on. It feels wrong, okay?

top: Anna Sui for anthropologie, via eBay (another wildly patterned Anna Sui top here and similar vibe for less here)

jeans: Paige Union Maternity Jegging** (on sale! these are THE BEST EVER)

jacket: Doki Geki (fancy similar here and on sale similar here)

boots: Frye Melissa Button in Cognac

bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs Mag Bag (under $100 similar here and under $30 similar here)

**you catch that?

Adrien: Basically Free.

Another day, another Ann Taylor dress that was basically free. I bought this one a while ago and realized I'd never posted it, so here you go, slightly wrinkled from desk-sitting:

cute, right?

I needs a haircut.

my precious.

Dress details. And boobs. Sorry.

dress: Ann Taylor Everyday Sheath Dress
boots: Camper (dreamy similar) (slightly more realistic similar)
locket: J Crew (similar)
watch: La Mer wrap watch
bag: vintage Louis Vuitton (similar)