15 January Favorites

January always feels like a mix of cozy routine and daydreaming about what’s next, and this month’s favorites reflect exactly that. I’ve rounded up 15 things I’m especially excited about right now, from timeless staples I reach for year-round to a few new finds that have me counting down to our next warm-weather getaway, plus a handful of sweet ideas for Valentine’s Day. Think chic layering pieces, beauty essentials that really deliver, pieces I’m already planning to pack, and a few thoughtful gifts and little luxuries that make everyday life feel more special. I own some of these, have others on the way, and the rest have been living at the top of my wish list.

• Wrap cardigans are such a chic third piece. With record-breaking cold weather in the forecast I'm all about layering up, and love wrap cardigans for extra warmth as a third peice. Throw one over a thin cashmere turtleneck on cold days, or over a simple white tank as the weather warms up in lieu of a coat. My sweater above is sold out, but I love this new version which is similar but works year-round from Doen! For something you can wear everyday, I love this elegant sweater coat and this wrap cardigan which I wear as a robe over pajamas and loungewear.
• Really good deals on designer dresses - Emilia Wickstead and Erdem are two of my favorite designers for exceptionally beautiful dresses, and I find that I'm always saying "Looks like EW!" or "Looks like Erdem!" when I find similar. more affordable styles. Well, I've found quite a few actual EW and Erdem pieces on crazy sale, like this, this, and this, only trick is they're final sale and you need to know your size. If it helps I'm a US 0/2 and wear a UK8 in both brands. (Note: sale ends tonight!)
• Finally, an everyday cocktail ring - I have been swooning over this chunky cocktail ring since it launched a few months ago and finally decided on a stone (Green Amythest). It is SO SO beautiful, and incredibly comfortable to wear. I keep forgetting I have it on, which is unusual for such a big ring. I also love that it's casual enough that you can wear it everyday, but it still feels special for nights out. Mentioning now because it would be a dreamy Valentine's Day gift! (You can get $100 of your order over $500 with code "GIFTFROMSTACIE".)
• Combatting Winter Skin Woes - Every winter it's the same thing, I slack a bit on skincare then complain that my skin is so itchy and dry. Well! The only thing that kicks me into gear is when I have a warm weather trip on the calendar and I swear my using this scrub all over your body every other day, and this lotion bar daily in the 2 weeks leading up to the trip. You'll have plump, moisturized, glowy skin by the time you board the flight. I promise!
• Staying organized with little travel pouches - I love having a range of little travel pouches in my carry-on to keep me organized when I travel, and recently added this round pouch for earbuds, and this small zip pouch to keep a few makeup essentials on hand. Most of my travel pouches are cream colored so things look clean, but I like chosing one or two in bright colors to make finding important items easier in a big bag.
• Printing new photos - I've always having a table or dresser covered in framed black and white photos incredibly chic, and since having a baby I'm constantly adding new ones because he's just growing up so fast! I personally love the nostalgia of black and white images, and am going to have a favorite picture of my husband and son printed in this silver plate frame as a Valetine's Day gift from our little boy to David. (They make printing photos sooooo easy and are lightening fast with digital prints.) This heart frame is also darling and only $40 including printing, and they can send directly to your recipient!
• My favorite fair isle sweater just went on sale! I got this cashmere sweater and the matching scarf a few months ago and just love love love it. You can wear the pieces together (seen here) or separately and they're both incredible quality. I love Ann Mahsburn for timeless, well-made staples and they just added a bunch of new styles to their winter sale. I got this divine cashmere sweater for David and it's now 50% off!
• A new pair of denim I love. I bought these jeans in November but didn't really try them on until Christmas, and I've been reaching for them nonstop ever since. They really do make your hips and bum look great and elongate your legs. I got them in "good mood" in my normal, smaller jeans size in the regular length, and love them so much I got the same pair in the long length too. (Also, I have been waiting for this shirt to come back in stock for ages, and decided to get the blue and white stripe for an upcoming beach getaway, and it's soooo good, I might need multiple colors.)
• Really obsessed with this night cream. While in London a few months ago I tried a sample of this night cream that was left on my pillow in Brown's Hotel and after two days ordered a bottle to be delivered when I got home. It is so fast acting, they promise you'll see a difference in 10 days but I noticed a change in two. You can really feel your skin tightening!
• The straw bags that are getting me excited for warm weather trips - I just got this little shell straw clutch on major sale and know I'll be getting loads of use out of it this summer and on warm weather getaways. New styles are popping up as we approach spring break and this straw tote is the perfect size for vacation, and I will never get over this dreamy minaudiere!
• Easy vacation dressing with matching sets - I love how a matching set makes getting dressed a breeze on vacation, and ordered this India Amory top and mini, as well as this tank and pants set. I love that all of the pieces can be worn together or styled separately.
• An extra immune boost - It feels like EVERYONE has been getting sick, and I mean really sick, the past few weeks. I have AG1's daily foundational nutrition travel packs for when we're on the road to help ensure I get my vitamins and minerals, but I freaked out about getting sick and started using their daily nutrition packets religiously two weeks ago because they support immune health and I actually feel more nourished, if that makes sense?! I I generally try to eat 15 different plants each day to get my vitamins from real food, and kinda scoff at health powders, but I think it's really making a difference! (I've been drinking AG1's sleep support every night before bed for months and really believe it helps me get better sleep, and has been a great replacement for a glass of wine or dessert in the evenings.)
• Cute little resortwear for little boys - I placed a big order with Minnow so our son will have something to wear on our upcoming trip since he outgrew everything he had last summer, and can I say they just make the cutest kid things? Timeless, comfy and a little preppy...I just love their stuff. I especially love their rompers, striped sweaters, and how cute is this terry pool coverup?!
• Chic, silky trousers for $105! - I love a pair of silky trousers for an easy, comfortable way to look put together. These pants are a beautiful neutral scarf print, and work equally well with a black tank top and sandals, or a cashmere cardigan and heels. (When shared this look last fall you guys sold out the pants within a day, so if you missed out now is your chance!)

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