Thanksgiving Things

Thanksgiving has become one of my favorite holidays to prepare for. I have hosted for the past four years, and even though we will be celebrating at my parents’ house this year, I still love gathering beautiful pieces that make the season feel special. From the tabletop treasures I reach for every November to new styles that are inspiring me right now, I’m sharing my favorite finds for creating a warm and welcoming table. And because I will still be setting plenty of pretty tables for dinner parties throughout the festive season, I am also including a range of outfit ideas from casual and cozy to more polished options so you can feel perfectly dressed for every celebration.

I bought this insanely beautiful tablecloth after seeing it at a friend's house last week. You can preorder one or get the look for less with this tablecloth and these napkins. These fabulous tumblers would be a perfect match in burgundy or ochre and are currently on sale!
If you're a guest this Thanksgiving, consider bringing a bottle of your favorite wine, aperitivo, or olive oil in this cute reusable wine carrier.
If jeans and a sweater are your Thanksgiving uniform pick a top with a little interest, whether you go for a cardigan with embellished buttons, a cozy fair isle in burgundy or green (it's roomy, size down), or the beautiful textured brown cardigan I'm wearing above.
The hostess with the mostess (and a sense of humor) should preside over her feast in this silky dress and this cornucopia crown.
It's soup season and my dutch oven gets loads of use. I chose Staub over Le Creuset for the deep luster of its glaze, which is pretty enough to go from stove to your table. (Also love the green version!)
This hand cream is my winter secret weapon. Keep one in your purse, one in your nightstand, and bring one as a hostess gift to ensure you're invited back!
I like to dress up for thanksgiving dinner, and if you have a colorful table, sometimes it's nice to wear a solid color that complements your spread. A few favorite dresses under $300 that fit the bill include this, this and this! I also love this everygreen lace dress. I saw a pregnant friend wearing it and it's so cute with or without a bump!
When we have guests I love putting out little nibbles in pretty bowls, whether it's a silver nut server, or a pair of these chic little snack bowls, or this silver trio that works for everything from cocktail sauce to olives on the bar. I like to make a batch of these spiced bar nuts to fill them. (From a favorite NYC restaurant!)
Jacquard trousers are an evening favorite throughout the winter months, and this beautiful paisley pair caught my eye. Pair with a big cashmere turtleneck in a complementary color, and these gorgeous patent red pumps (on sale!) for an easy yet festive look!
These plaid tins are crazy cute and the perfect size for packing up a pie. I bought a couple to use as gift tins, just fill with your favorite treat and tie with a big satin bow.
I love the harvest hues in this tartan cashmere scarf. The price is amazing, I just ordered it as a gift, but might need one myself!
Whether you're helping cook up a feast or cozied up on the couch watching football, a comfy lounge set (seen below), cozy wrap cardigan, and shearling slippers are the perfect Thanksgiving weekend look.
Ochre hues are especially lovely this time of year. I just got this gorgeous vase that's currently filled with dry hydrangeas and sitting on my dresser, but there are so many ways to incorporate this warm color from a statement silk blouse, to vintage knife rests (similar to mine below!) to a handsome suede clutch.
Throw on a statement coat like this or the jacquard jacket I'm wearing below to add instant festive flair to your outfit.
I just bought this large silver bowl, and can't decide if I'll fill it with paperwhite bulbs or vintage ornaments. The possibilities are endless!
Don a dress with ruching at the waist to hide a full tummy, I just got this one and LOVE it, and the pretty pattern on this one is extra flattering. I also love this dress and heels for a minimalist look.
I use these gold hurricanes year-round. They're usually on our living room mantle, but I love bringing them to the dinner table for special soirees. Pricey, but one of my favorite pieces of decor in our home.
This olive velvet jacket and matching trousers are such a chic look for Thanksgiving dinner or any holiday party on your calendar.
Brown spongeware is a handsome and homey option for Thanksgiving and the winter months. I have a bunch of plates (seen below) and also love the idea of mixing it with these brown bird plates to create a gorgeous neutral table for a crowd.