How time flies . . . I can’t believe this is our last Blooms in Season post of the year. We’re finishing off the year with one of my favorite arrangements yet. Seriously, if I could get married again it would be in the winter and I would walk down the aisle with this bouquet. Not kidding! The mix of greenery, anemones, paper whites and ranunculus is incredible. When I first came to Natalie about collaborating on an arrangement for the Kate Spade holiday tabletop I knew I wanted something white (no surprise there!), a bit of whimsy, and something elegant for the holiday season. Natalie blew me away, which isn’t surprising. Now here’s Natalie with more details about this December’s arrangement! What lead to your inspiration for this arrangement? I love using holiday greens this time of year and redwood is a favorite of mine, as I had four redwood trees in the backyard of my childhood home. I love the tiny pinecones on their branches and think that they feel very festive without being too overpowering. I decided that a white and green, with a hint of black palate was appropriate for this time of year without feeling Christmasy. What is behind the name “Paperwhite Narcissus”? Paperwhites are part of the genus “narcissus”, which also includes the name daffodil and jonquil. While there is no proof of how they got their name, it is thought that they were named after the Greek myth Narcissus who was obsessed with his own reflection. The flowers in this family have a slightly down-turned head, as if they are looking in to a pool of water showing their own reflection, and this is how the bloom is thought to get its name. You used ranunculus. Are those in season? During the winter months when less is being grown locally, I tend to buy more imported flowers. I buy locally as much as possible, which isn’t hard in this part of California. When it is colder, I do find myself buying imported blooms that come from warmer climates. Any hints for someone wanting to put together an easy holiday centerpiece? If you have a Christmas Tree and trim it when putting it up, use the extra stems as a base for your arrangement. you can also take apart the end of a garland or pick up a few stems at your local grocery store or flower shop. If you chose a long lasting flower, such as the narcissus or amaryllis (they are the same family), and make sure that they are not fully open when you purchase them, you will be able to enjoy the arrangement for a couple weeks. I love a long lasting arrangement! A huge thank you to Natalie for bringing us inspiration for holidays and for bringing us such beautiful arrangements each month. To see all of our 2013 Blooms in Season arrangements pop over here. I can’t wait to see what we come up with in 2014! Flowers by Natalie Bowen Designs | Photos by Claire Giffen #lifestyle

The holiday season is now in full swing. I’ve been finding myself in a flurry thinking about different ensembles to wear to holiday events – you never know if they’ll be the same crowd at each party. However, who wants to spend a fortune on different options? This year, I’ve decided that instead of getting different outfits for each party, I’ll pair one dress with different accessories. So I turned to ShopStyle to help me out! That way I can feel confident in a dress that I love and play around with fun pieces to spice it up – I mean who doesn’t love a new pair of shoes or jewels? A little black dress has been my go to this season. Then I can add in leopard shoes or patent pumps and bling it up with either a pair of earrings or a statement necklace. The Dress: A.L.C Steff Dress Option One: Crystal and Metal Necklace | Kate Spade New York Pop Fizz Clink Clutch (Rent it!) | J.Crew Collection Valentina Calf Hair d’Orsay Pumps Option Two: Erickson Beamon Girls On Film Crystal Statement Earrings | ASOS Clutch Bag With Metal Plate and Wrap | Valentino Studded Patent Leather Heels Now that we’ve got out holiday ensemble figured out – it’s time to think about some holiday gifting you can do straight through ShopStyle. They’ve made it simple and easy. The site is fantastic, but for this time of year there’s one element that I truly love. If you’re looking for a particular item ShopStyle will show you everywhere you can purchase it! You don’t have to worry about running across the most terrifying words on the web, “sold out.” Now you have multiple options from where to find that must-have sweater, dress, or bag that you’ve been eyeing. I’ve pulled together a few of the most coveted items I’m hoping are under my Christmas tree this year. When I put together my list every year I try to incorporate higher-end items with a few stocking stuffers. Is that what you do? Here are my top picks! 1.) Rag & Bone Wide Brim Fedora in Black | 2. Isabel Marant Owen Leopard-print Blouse | 3.) Deborah Lippmann Creme Nail Polish | 4.) Smythson Bright Ideas Notebook | 5.) Diptyque Baies Colored Candle | 6.) Dolce Vita Daroda Tall Boots | 7.) Marc Jacobs Cat Eye Sunglasses | 8.) Clare Vivier Leopard Flat Clutch Supreme What is on your wish list this season? I hope I’ve been able to inspire you for your holiday soirees and on what to put on your wish list. If you haven’t put one together, pop over to ShopStyle to get ideas from all of their guest editors! This post is brought to you by ShopStyle. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. #style #lifestyle

Holiday parties are in full swing and you certainly can’t forget to bring a little something to the hostess. I’ve given anything from my favorite tea, to a beautiful handmade cutting board, to a candle I know they’ll love. It’s all about selecting an item that will resonate with the hostess. Plus, if you love it, the hostess is bound to fall in love with it as well. I’ve selected a few key items that I love to give when going over to somebody’s house. 1. Serena & Lily Brass Candlesticks 2. ABC Home Ceramic Creamer 3. Martini Blend 4. High Street Market Silver Tray 5. Jo Malone Room Spray (a favorite of mine!) 6. Toast Beeswax Candles 7. Sight Glass Coffee Mill Blend 8. Gather Magazine Winter Edition 9. Serving Spoons 10. Kate Spade new York Wine Tote 11. High Street Market Knot Napkin Rings 12. Astier de Villatte Candle 13. Anthropologie Wine Opener 14. A Sunny Afternoon Walnut Cutting Board 15. Bellocq Breakfast Tea 16. Herringbone Patterned Bowl Be sure to check out our other gift guides for this season! Gift Guide: For Her Gift Guide: For the Littles Gift Guide: For Him Gift Guide: Small Shops Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers Gift Guide: Gifts Under $30 #lifestyle

Alright friends, it’s cold everywhere – Dallas, San Francisco, Philly, you name the city, it’s cold. Well, except Florida . . . Eric is gloating about the 70 degree weather. I wanted to share with you my cold weather uniform that has been keeping me toasty in this chilly weather. You can’t really go wrong when you bundle up in a scarf, hat, gloves and warm jacket. I always think that I look like a big puffy ballon when I do. I find that when I have to bundle so many layers it’s good to keep it slim on the bottom and then wear a cute top or sweater underneath for when you get inside. I hope this inspires you these next few days or weeks of cold weather. 1. Jimmy Jimmy Mid-Rise Jeans 2. Black Long Sleeve Oblique Zipper Coat 3. Cable Knit Pompom Hat 4. Finn 18K Rose Gold Love Knot Ring 5. Tinley Road Faux Fur Infinity Scarf 6. Corgi Cashmere Socks 7. Skylar Ankle Bootie 8. Ponte peplum shirt http://bit.ly/1fbKg42 9. Cable Knit Mittens http://bit.ly/1br9d9U #style

This time of year is a time to be thankful for your family and friends that surround and support you through thick and thin. Celebrate each of them with a token gift or a little soiree – anything to show them that you care and appreciate them. All of these gifts below would make perfect ideas for anyone – I especially love these pencils with little sayings on them “From Me to You” and “Yours Sincerely.” 1.) Pop, Fizz, Clink Holiday Cards 2.) The Long List Notepad 3.) Monogram Card Set 4.) Leave Something for the Imagination’ Journal 5.) Idiom Pencils 6.) Wine Glass Number (no longer available) 7.) Patterned Erasers 8.) Gold Polka Dot 2014 Calendar (no longer available) Receive 30% off all Kate Spade items today only with code GREEN30! So be sure to pop over in case there are any gifts you need to check off you list. Photo by Aubrie Pick for Sacramento Street | Styling by Caitlin Flemming This post is brought to you by Kate Spade. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. #lifestyle

The first week of December has come and gone – entirely too quickly in my opinion! With that being said, it’s time to get prepped for all of the holiday parties that await us at our house this season. Since it’s finally big enough to host more than four people. The holidays are in FULL effect and it’s time to do this thing with the help of Kate Spade of course! This season when prepping for the holidays and our holiday dinner party I wanted to find everything from one source – paper goods, fine china and gifts for guests that were fun and special that I could use again. Insert the help from Kate Spade. They have an amazing collection of fine china that is elegant with beautiful graphics, place cards that are unique, wine glass numbers that you can use at multiple soirees you host and I was even able to find gifts for everyone on my dinner party list. When I sit down to design a tabletop I write out everything I’d love to do with the table (flowers, something unexpected, possibly a menu, centerpiece around the flowers, etc). This gets my “Let’s do this!” attitude into gear! Sometimes you have to turn to others to help you create your vision. For the flowers, Natalie Bowen and I created an arrangement that was white, whimsical and had a bit of holiday flair to it. It was placed in a large mint julep style vase to bring out the silver tones of the Kate Spade signature china. I personally love the mix of anemones with the greenery. More details on this arrangement coming up this week for our Blooms in Season post. For the menus, I had envisioned from the beginning doing it in calligraphy. I reached out to Laura Hooper to execute these gorgeous menu’s that are beautiful enough to frame. You can easily create something similar with beautiful ivory paper and a gold pen – it most certainly doesn’t need to be done in calligraphy, but showing guests what they’ll be having is an added touch that guests don’t expect when coming to a dinner party. To add a bit more whimsy to the table I called in my dear friend Myka – she’s the master at creating anything you have envisioned in your head. I wanted to use different ribbons that would inspire guests because each piece could be used to wrap a gift. I personally love wrapping all of my gifts in white, silver and gold. And then to round everything out we paired a pewter runner and charcoal napkins from La Tavola Linens – my go-to source for all of my dinner parties. (the rissa dress – on sale now!) This time of year is a time to be thankful for your family and friends that surround and support you through thick and thin. Celebrate each of them with a token gift or a little soiree – anything to show them that you care and appreciate them. All of these gifts below would make perfect ideas for anyone – I especially love these pencils with little sayings on them “From Me to You” and “Yours Sincerely.” Now it’s time for you to pop open some bubbly, host your own party, and pick out a few gifts for your friends and family. The holidays go quickly, but just remember two things - enjoy yourself each moment and go into it with a “Let’s do this” attitude and it will all work out. Receive 30% off all Kate Spade items today only with code GREEN30! So be sure to pop over in case there are any gifts you need to check off you list. Photos by Aubrie Pick for Sacramento Street | Styling by Caitlin Flemming This post is brought to you by Kate Spade. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. #entertaining

Happy Monday! I hope everyone stayed warm over this past weekends frigid temperatures across the entire US – freezing fog in Dallas, snow almost everywhere and even 32 degrees in SF, which is unseasonably cold. With this kind of chilly weather just remember to bundle up and stay safe friends! I’ve definitely been wearing my layers of scarves, hats and wool coats to keep me toasty through this winter jet stream. What have you been doing to stay warm? A few things inspiring me – the new issue of Elle Decoration UK, Christmas decorations have been spread across the house, paper whites are making our apartment smell divine and lastly, this scarf has been my go-to when running out into the cold. This week there is a lot in store for you! We’re starting off with a stunning holiday tabletop that is sure to inspire you to host your own dinner party this season, more gift guides to help you check some people off your list, holiday party outfit inspiration, and much more. I hope all of you have a lovely and festive week ahead! Photo by Caitlin Flemming #lifestyle

Throughout the holiday season I’m constantly on the hunt for gifts under the $30.00 range. You never know what you’ll need in case you get invited to a last minute party, holiday gift exchange or an extra family member or friend comes to Christmas. That’s why I tend to stock up a few gifts just in case I’m in one of those last minute situations. It’s always better to have more than go empty handed. I’ve come up with my favorite gifts under $30.00 that have been well received by others. Plus, who wouldn’t want any of these? I certainly would love them in my stocking or under the tree! 1.) Mark & Graham Personalized Cosmetic Bag 2.) Meg Biram Exclusive Hair Ties 3.) High Street Market Vintage Brass Elephant 4.) Bauble Bar Cuff 5.) Russell and Hazel Luggage Tag 6.) Jonathan Adler Mr. and Mrs. Mugs 7.) Vintage Blooming Necklace 8.) Gold Wishbone Bottle Opener 9.) Whiskey Lovers Set 10.) Rifle Paper Bon Voyage Notebook 11.) Shop Mille BKR Water Bottle 12.) White Geometric Minimalist iPhone cover 13.) High Street Market Silver Trimmed Horn Bowl 14.) Old Field Farm Honey 15.) Leather Mini Clutch (in pewter) 16.) Key Notecards from Mill Mercantile 17.) West Elm Snow Globe On the hunt for other gifts? Check out our other gift guides in case you missed them: Gift Guide: For Her Gift Guide: For the Littles Gift Guide: For Him Gift Guide: Small Shops Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers #lifestyle

In my family, stocking stuffers are a big deal. We wrap everything and get each other special gifts that we have wanted. It’s probably one of the things I can’t wait for on Christmas morning. I’ve gathered a handful of stocking stuffers that I’m gifting to others and wanting for myself. What kind of stocking stuffers do you love receiving? I’d love to get more ideas! 1.) Tom Ford Nail Polish – you can never go wrong with nude! 2.) Anthropologie Echo Flash Drive – one can never have enough. 3.) J. Crew Merci Notecards – to write Thank You notes for all those holiday gifts people receive. 4.) Aesop Body Wash – my new favorite. 5.) J. Crew Gingham Shorts – all of their pajamas are darling this season. 6.) Rifle 2014 Calendar – love that it’s different US cities. 7.) She.Rise Bangle Dorado in Black – a perfect gift for girlfriends. 8.) J. Crew Stamps – a playful way to personalize your notes. 9.) Harry’s Shave Set – getting this for my guy. 10.) Mast Brothers Chocolate – a MUST for every stocking! 11.) Bobby Brown Eye Shadow Set 12.) Bamboo Bar Set – for your dad. 13.) Makeup Brush Set 14.) Well-kept towelettes – a daily necessity 15.) J. Crew Snowflake Fair Isle Socks – to keep your toes warm this winter. 16.) Polar Bear Stuffed Animal – for the littles. 17.) Heart Stickers – for fun. 18.) Rodin Lip Balm – can’t leave the house without it. Our 2013 holiday gift guides will continue. Be sure to check out the first few in case you missed them: Gift Guide: For Her Gift Guide: For the Littles Gift Guide: For Him Gift Guide: Small Shops #lifestyle

As December unfolds I’m carving out time for girlfriends. We’re always incredibly busy that finding time to see each other is difficult. This month I’m making it a priority to get some quality time with them. With that being said, I have been booking lunch dates at some of my favorite restaurants around the city. It’s always fun to dress up when you’re meeting friends, but keeping it casual is definitely a top priority for when I’m running errands afterwards. These are a few of my favorites that I’ve been layering lately. 1.) 3.1 Phillip Lim Chiffon Band Tee (on sale!) 2.) Paige Denim Verdugo Mid-rise Skinny Jeans 3.) Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood Eye Palette 4.) Clare Vivier Crossbody Handbag (15% off with code BIGEVENT13) 5.) J Crew Brass and Pearl Petal Necklace (30% off with code MONDAY) 6.) Madewell Hidden Buckle Belt in Calf Hair (25% off with code FEAST25) 7.) ASOS Retro Sunglasses (30% off everything with code GIMMEMORE) 8.) Repetto Cap Toe Ballet in Black (20% off everything at OTTE) 9.) Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood Nail Polish 10.) Helmut Lang Gala Jersey Twill Jacket If you didn’t jump on the sales this past Black Friday there are still good deals happening today that you should take advantage of! ASOS: 30% off everything with code GIMMEMORE, good til 12/4! BaubleBar: 20% off site wide with code CYBER20. C. Wonder: 40% off 4 or more items with code GIFTS40, today only. East Dane: Spend $250, save 15%. Spend $500, save 20%. Spend $1,000, save 25%. Use code BIGEVENT13. Fab.com: 30% off site wide, ends today. French Connection: Save 30% off your total purchase. GAP: 40% off with code CYBER! J.Crew: This one is good – they have extended their 30% off discount until today! Use code MONDAY. Madewell: 25% off FEAST25, ends today (they have a few exclusions). Moda Operandi: Save 40% off select pre-fall and fall merchandise, today only Mr. Porter: Extra 30% off selected items through end of today. A perfect place to shop for your man. Net-a-Porter: Extra 15% off , ends today. Bi-annual sale starts today with up to 50% off. Nordstrom: Save 25-33%+ off on select brands. Old Navy: 30% off with code CYBER. OTTE NY: Save 20% off site wide until the end of today. Serena & Lily: 20% off plus free shipping site wide today only. Use code THANKS20. Shopbop: Spend $250, save 15%. Spend $500, save 20%. Spend $1,000, save 25%. Use code BIGEVENT13 at checkout. West Elm: This season I’ve spent a little too much at WE – I’m excited that they decided to extend their sale. Spend $100+, save 10%. Spend $250, save 15%. Spend $500, save 20%. Spend $1,000, save 25%. AND free shipping on all orders. Good till end of day with code EVENMORE. Happy Cyber Monday shopping! #style