Shop Local for Valentine's Day!
Great Valentine's Day presents from local Louisville artisans!
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Great Valentine's Day presents from local Louisville artisans!
Read MoreIn 1823, Clement Clarke Moore first published his poem A Visit from St. Nicholas with the legendary verses,
And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap.
And, basically, ever since, we've associated Christmas with snuggly pajamas that are perfect for late evenings by the fire and early mornings, opening presents. In fact, my goal this week is to wear Christmas pajamas as frequently as possible.
This year, I'm rocking these snow globe flannels from Nick and Nora at Target.
I've picked a few more favorites for y'all below!
An old family photo taught me an important holiday lesson.
Read MoreHow's that holiday shopping coming along? If you're like me, the big presents are easy to find, but the smaller gifts are a little more difficult. This week, I visited the Lee W. Robinson Company and just couldn't believe how many small gifts I found. In fact, they have 100 pieces under $100! I knew that Lee W. Robinson Co was known for incredible interior decorating all over Louisville, but I didn't realize that Lee has so many fun items for sale in-store and online. Lee's boutique, nestled in the heart of Louisville's St. Matthews, is a great mix of Southern, classic, and preppy. The Draper James or Lilly Pulitzer lover in your life will love a gift from Lee W. Robinson!
This debutante candle is subtle and sophisticated.
This Santa is a great mix of rustic and luxe.
How precious are these little trees?
I LOVE this raccoon. Can you believe he's under $45?
Of course, we all need a little more Dolly in our lives...
This Dom Perignon box is fantastic for the champs lover in your life!
And I simply adore this tortoise frame!
Thanks so much to Lee W. Robinson Co for sharing their awesome holiday gift picks with us!
As Christmas draws near, HerKentucky is committed to helping you find the best, most unique presents for everyone on your list. Today, we want to share with you a great gift for the guy in your life, especially if he's a lumbersexual, a hipster, or a competitive whisker-grower.
Of course, I'm kidding just a little, but the mustache cup is an often forgotten piece of history. Unless you attended Transylvania University, that is. My alma mater just happens to boast a collection of over 300 Victorian Era mugs and teacups that feature little guards to keep the drinker's mustache safe. And, Transy's art department may have just created the world's largest mustache cup.
Why not give the sophisticated gentleman in your life a mustache mug of his own?
Bucardo recently sent me (well, really, my beau) a mustache mug to review. Bucardo has and partnered with the global men's health movement of Movember to help draw attention to men's health issues. Bucardo will donate $5 from every mug sold now until Dec 31st. What a great way to let the guy in your life know that you're thinking of his immediate comfort as well as his long-term health!
We all love to shop locally whenever possible, but there's something so fun about taking a trip to a different city to find unique sources for holiday gifts. Last week, my beau and I made a quick trip to Nashville. He had a conference to attend, and I had some Christmas shopping to tackle. My shopping expedition had two rules: find some unique presents, and stay far, far away from the tourist mayhem at Opryland. With those rules in mind, I've created the HerKentucky Guide to Holiday Shopping in Nashville.
Vineyard Vines is always a fun place to start! The bright, preppy prints draw you in, and you're likely to hear an upbeat Jimmy Buffett Christmas Carol playing in the background! (Hill Center Green Hills 4015 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 105 Nashville, Tennessee 37215)
Every time I walk in Bink's Outfitters, I'm equally jealous and relieved that this store didn't exist during my sorority girl days. With their amazing selection of Hunter boots, Yeti Coolers, The North Face, and all the other things that you "really really need" for barn dances and field parties, I'd have spent all my time and money there. Hopefully, you can show more restraint whilst shopping for the college kid or outdoorsy person on your list. (Hill Center Green Hills 4017 Hillsboro Pike Suite 304, Nashville, TN 37215)
Draper James is, of course, Reese Witherspoon's new lifestyle brand. The flagship store in Reese's hometown of Nashville is simply adorable, featuring clothing, accessories, and small gifts with a sassy, feminine flair. The sales associates are so friendly and helpful, and they offer you a cup of sweet tea when you enter the store! (2608 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204)
Just down the street from Draper James are two simply enchanting local stores that will fulfill your favorite hipster's requirements for simple, well-made, unique, and thought-provoking items. White's Mercantile, owned by Hank Williams Jr's daughter Holly, is a fabulous, dog-friendly general store chock-full of amazing, quirky dry goods. (2908 12th Ave South
Nashville, TN 37204)
Imogene and Willie is known for high-end denim, but also features unique clothing, gifts, and more. Founded by Henderson, KY natives Carrie and Matt Eddmenson in an old filling station, Imogene + Willie offers unique, hip presents for the coolest people on your shopping list.(2908 12th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37204)
If you have to go to the mall for holiday shopping, you might as well go to a really, really good mall. The Mall at Green Hills features a fabulous mix of mall standards like Macy's and Williams-Sonoma and luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and David Yurman. Nordstrom alone is worth the trip.
Happy Shopping, y'all! Where do you shop for your holiday gifts?
Lexington, KY Interior Designer Liz Toombs shares tips for quick, fun, and stunning holiday decorations.
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