Weekend Reading 11.17

Greetings from day 4 of my hastily taken vacation! Am I on a tropical island? Enjoying a remote getaway? Nope! I'm home, using some days I didn't realize I had (and had to use before the end of the year) to recoup and get myself back together. I'm trying to get some personal stuff done and refocus myself before the holidays really hit – it's sort of working. Hope your weekend was relaxing, firneds. xo

• I'm sure you've heard, it's really cold in the Northeast. In fact it feels like January – so here's the secret to actually enjoying winter. Made me laugh "simply refuse to participate in the misery olympics"

• Don't forget – if you're interested in trying Thinx, shop through my Leader's profile and save $10 off your first order. They're game changers!

• For everyone who's bad at networking

• My favorite slippers are on major sale right now! Also love this sweater (so thick and cozy) and this classic jacket – save an additional 25% off with the code SAVE25

• I'm considering purchasing a faux Christmas tree this year after always feeling guilty and fearful of fires with a real one – how do we feel about this handmade minimalist Christmas tree? I feel like it would show off ornaments so nicely

• Speaking of holiday decor, Target has a great selection of vintage-inspired bottle brush trees this year (I bought a bunch for our mantles)

• Hello yes I will 100% be wearing these sequin pants to every holiday party this season

• Thoughts on faux leather leggings? I'm tempted...

• The fascinating role of fashion in comedy (I always love the closing SNL sequence for exactly this)

• I always make a pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving (and eat it for nearly every meal in the days that follow) – this year I think I'll make this pumpkin/pecan hybrid

• This lip oil has been saving my lips in the cold weather (save 15% off your order with the code 'JulieLovesOgee"!)

• Save an extra 40% off sale items from Anthropologie! Love these chic hair ties and this cozy sweater