My Nautical Christmas Tree

I have a fake pre-lit tree from Target that I have used for the last few years. It's easy to set up and easy to store. I still need the perfect nautical tree topper and tree skirt but otherwise I love my tree!

I really wanted the Santa hat octopus from Crate and Barrel but it sold out. Then I found the same exact one at Bloomingdales!

Christmas recap

Christmas Eve day I went to an exercise class, finished last minute shopping and wrapping (I always procrastinate during the holidays) and then headed to my dad's. Christmas Eve is spent at my dad and stepmom's. My sister, brother in law, and their two kids also came over. My other sister had to stay in Charleston and work (residency life I guess). We opened presents and had a delicious dinner.

My stepmom's decorations

I absolutely LOVE this lace dress from Boden! The dress is now on sale for less than $100 ($91!). I also wore it to my dad's birthday dinner earlier in the week

Very early Christmas morning (like 2 AM early) a crazy wind storm came through. Between the noise and the power going out multiple times I barely slept. Luckily the power did come back on and I was able to go over to my mom's bright and early to open presents with my nephews, sister, and brother in law. My mom made popovers which has been our family tradition for years and years. My grandma also came over for breakfast. Unfortunately I forgot my phone back at my apartment so no photos from Christmas morning.

Penguins at my mom's

The boys went back to their house for naps and I went to see Into the Woods with my dad and stepmom. I really liked it! I had actually seen the theater version the week before and I was thankful that the movie wasn't as long! We used to do a movie all together Christmas Eve but with the addition of two kids going Christmas Day with just my parents made more sense.

After the movie was dinner at my sister and brother in law's house with my dad, stepmom, and mom. Another delicious meal and more time with these two cuties!

In their holiday best

I'm not a big fan of selfies but I think you get better smiles from kids when they can see themselves

This guy will be one next month (!) and is walking all over the place!

I was supposed to work the day after Christmas but I got an email from my boss saying I didn't need to come in. I took myself to see Top Five, went to an exercise class, and then watched movies at my apartment. Perfect day after Christmas!

I hope your holiday season has been filled with love and happiness!

Favorite Holiday Sweater from Joules

Growing up I was absolutely obsessed with 101 Dalmatians and Dalmatians in general. I had the clothing, hats, costumes, toys, swim suits, and even Dalmatian wall paper (which had to be painted over after the '94 earthquake-still sad about that). Anyway... my friend M saw this Dalmatian sweater from Joules and emailed me the link. I bought it right away. I've already worn it to 3 holiday parties! The nose is an actual little red ball-so perfect!

Adorable!

At my family holiday party in Sacramento yesterday

Joules French navy festive sweater ($86)

Also in honor of my dad's birthday today and Christmas this week I thought I would share these photos I rediscovered on my computer. This was Christmas 1987 (my second Christmas-I was about 14 months old)

Nautical Ornament of the Week: CB2 Jellyfish

Jellyfish ornament, $5

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Christmas stocking, $25

These can be personalized!

Wine bag, $15

Perfect as a hostess gift!

iPad sleeve, $32

Large tote, $89

Mini tote, $29

Large duffel, $99

Pillow cover, $37

These would be perfect on my balcony!

Lunch sack, $24

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Smathers & Branson x Luke's Lobster

There are now 13 Luke's Lobster Seafood Shacks in New York, DC and Philadelphia. Check out their food truck, Nauti Mobile. Don't you love the name? I actually went to Luke's in the Plaza on my last New York trip.

The owners are from and still live in Cape Elizabeth, Maine and operate a sister company that sources the lobster.

Luke's Lobster has partnered with Smathers & Branson on a custom hand-stitched needlepoint belt featuring owner Luke Holden's lobsterman buoy and signature lobster. The belt comes in khaki too. There is also a key fob. You can shop all of the Luke's Lobster merchandise here.

Belt, $165

Belt, $165

Key fob, $28

Nautical holiday pajamas from Vineyard Vines

I have to admit that every time I think of holiday pajamas I think of that family and their "Christmas jammies" video ("in my Christmas jammies" gets stuck in my head!). Anyway I think holiday pajamas are a really fun tradition. I know that lots of families incorporate them into a Christmas eve or Christmas day tradition. I actually wear mine year round (see some of them here) because I love them so much. Here are holiday pajamas for the whole family!

Candy cane anchor lazy pants, $55

Snowflake flannel lazy pants, $60

Ornaments flannel lazy pants, $60

Fish snowflake flannel lazy pants, $60

Dots a lotta whale lazy pants, $55

For the guys:

Candy cane anchor lounge pants, $55

For the kids:

Boys Santa whale lounge pants, $40 (girls version in green)

Boys candy cane anchor lounge pants, $40 (girls version in pink)

Girls fish snowflake lazy pants, $40

Girls dot whale lazy pants, $40

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Charming Coastal Christmas Trees from Coastal Living

Looking for inspiration for your Christmas tree? Check out Coastal Living's 25 charming coastal Christmas trees. Here are my ten favorites. To see all 25 go here

A collector's Christmas

Put a ribbon on it

Red, white, and blue

Beach baubles

Poolside cheer

Outdoor stunner

Bedside shrub

Reclaimed Christmas tree (this isJack Johnson's tree!)

White Christmas

Nod to nautical