Happy Friday, gang! Or should I say Happy Black Friday? Guess who dressed for the part?! Thanksgiving is late this year, which is the official kick-off to holiday shopping, so it’s off to the races for Christmas and Hanukkah gifts. Back in the day, Black Friday was an event where retail stores opened their doors at midnight for Black Friday deals! Boy, have things changed. We now have Black Friday deals all month long since we can shop 24/7 with online retailers. This morning, we sent our Black Friday post with all of our picks from Amazon, Talbots, Madewell, and Ann Taylor. Let’s just say we have compiled a few shopping tips for YOU to make your life a little easier. Bring on the Holiday Cheer!
I hope y’all had a lovely Thanksgiving Holiday. We received BIG news at the Djalali house. Guess who is going to be a BeBe? That’s code for Grandmother!!! Yep, Andrew and Chelsea are expecting a baby girl on May 23rd, and we couldn’t be more excited! We had a low-key gender reveal party with pink cake, sharing the big news. Chelsea’s mom was present, and I don’t think there are two women more excited than KiKi and BeBe!!! I can tell you one thing: Baby D will have a gorgeous wardrobe from day 1… just sayin’.
Bring on the Holiday Cheer!
Beth’s Black Friday Outfit
But if you stopped by today, you know we’re kicking off the weekend with a yummy recipe and cocktail. Many of us have leftover turkey after the Thanksgiving holiday, so what better way to use it than Turkey Noodle Soup? Give me all the soup when the temps dip down, and boy, are we chilly the next week or so.
Today, I slipped into a black chunky turtleneck, pulled my tights out of storage, and decided faux leather shorts and knee-high boots were the perfect companions.
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Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
Kelly’s Black Friday Outfit
These Barrel Leg Jeans from Madewell have been on style repeat lately, they’re so comfortable! They come in petite so if you’ve been wanting to try this trending denim style, the petite version is perfect for us shorter ladies. I am wearing a petite size 25, and I could have sized down one size, but I do like the looser waistband – especially after all the holiday meals! 🙂
The Brushed Cashmere collection at J.Crew is so gorgeous, I have this Fitted Cardigan Sweater and I also sprung for the short-sleeved sweater tee. The cashmere is so soft and cozy – perfect for the holidays!
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Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
With winter fast approaching, bourbon cocktails are just the thing for a warming holiday drink. Today we are mixing bourbon with cranberry juice to create a cocktail perfect for colder temps and the holidays. Make this cocktail even more festive with a large ice cube filled with cranberries, star anise, and fresh rosemary – no garnish needed!
Mini Angled Measuring Cup | Cut Crystal Rocks Glasses | Mini Angled Measuring Cup
Day After Thanksgiving Turkey Noodle Soup
When it’s chilly outside, there is nothing more comforting than a delicious chicken noodle soup – but make it turkey noodle soup with leftover Thanksgiving turkey! It’s a great way to enjoy the holiday leftovers, and you can freeze the soup to enjoy long after the holiday has passed.
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend!
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend! Happy Shopping!
Shop the Outfits
Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
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Congratulations to the entire family for Baby D!
What a blessing!!
We are sooooo excited, Sangita!
What exciting news, Beth! CONGRATULATIONS! I’m sure all of you are over the moon.
You and Kelly look so festive for the holidays. You’re so blessed to have family to celebrate the holidays with.
God has been very good to me! We are all sooooo excited about the newest addition to the Djalali family.
Oh Beth, what wonderful news!!! You will love being BeBe and the best part is that you will see Baby Girl often. My son made a pre-Thanksgiving dinner cocktail yesterday using the large ice cubes you feature in today’s blog—so festive! Kelly’s turkey noodle soup was the perfect answer to what to do with the leftover turkey and the stock I made from the carcass. But I’ve got to say, Beth, I’m not a fan of today’s outfit—it just doesn’t look like “you”— even though it fits the theme of Black
Friday. Let the holiday season begin!
Thanks, Janet! We are soooo excited to welcome the newest Djalali to the clan.
You ladies look stunning in your outfits today. Kelly-love your hairstyle and lip color. You are positively glowing in the picture! Sincere congratulations to your entire family on the great baby news! It will be so good to have a darling little girl to dress and love. Best wishes to all as you count down the days to such a happy event!
Oh… and definitely going to make that Cranberry Bourbon drink. Yummmm…I can almost taste it….
Thank you! We are over the moon with excitement!
Hi Beth, congratulations on the baby news I can imagine how happy everyone is. Sounds like,e you had a lovely Thanksgiving too.
I’m sorry but I have to agree with Janet on your outfit, it doesn’t look like you, I like it except for the shorts.
Kind regard Julie x
We are sooooo excited to welcome a new addition to the family!
News like this is so exciting for all. Congratulations and best wishes to the family as they await the happy arrival.
Thanks, Irene! We are beyond excited with the newest addition to the family.
Congrats, BeBe!! A little girl, with your three sons 🙂
Great soup recipe … and post, as always. Happy December!
I’m over the moon with excitement, Carolina Girl! You will love the turkey noodle soup recipe!
Congratulations! As the mom of an 11 year old girl, I’m biased that girls are wonderful to have around, and definitely a lot of fun to shop for and with.
Thank you, Lindsey! I can’t wait to welcome the newest addition to the family!
Sending the very best wishes to your family on this wonderful addition. I can only speak for myself, but grandchildren are the icing on the cake of life. Enjoy all of the wonderful times with your girlie. I’m certain she will be the best dressed kid on the playground.
Thanks so much, Claudia! Love how you summed up grandchildren. I have it on good report that they are the BEST!
Can’t wait for the shopping to commence.