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Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3


, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
It’s my favorite Friday of the year…because today, I’m decorating my house for Christmas!
Woohoo!!!!
 I’m linking up with Andrea, Erika and Narci today (as always!) and sharing my favorites.
Last Friday, was my first Nordstrom Gift Card Giveaway of the month, Monday was my second and today is my third.
One of you lucky ladies is going to win a $250 Nordstrom Gift Card. 
#thankyounordstrom #weloveyou
Okay…hold on to your slippers ladies, my first favorite this week is going to make you squeal…

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
On Tuesday, I walked into Nordstrom just as they were putting these babies out…
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
…new glitter studs.
I KNOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWW!

And right now, all Glitter Studs are 25% off!
I would like to say that I exhibited just a titch of self control…but you guys know me well enough by now that you know when it comes to Kate Spade Glitter Studs, I have zero self control.  I bought the Opal Glitter and the Black Glitter.  I mean…won’t they just make every single outfit a little more special?!?!  I also bought two pairs for gifts as well.
Remember back during the summer when I bought five pairs to give out as gifts this fall…
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
…well, I gave them all out for birthdays over the last few months and now, it’s time to give some out as Christmas gifts too.  I’m thinking everyone from my mom to the girl who babysits for us occasionally will love these :).
To see all of the glitter studs, click here (don’t forget that they’re 25% off!).
(Past experience has taught me that these earrings sell out quickly!)

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
On Wednesday, I shared my favorite soup recipes and because soup is one of my favorite things to eat this fall and winter, it’s a favorite today too.  I have so many different types of soup…trust me, there is a soup or two for you in my collection.  To see my soups, click here.

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
I was pleasantly surprised that so many of you love all things cozy as much as I do!  On Wednesday, I did my cozy post and you guys were all about the cozy too!  To see all things cozy in my life right now, click here.
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
These house shoes are on my cozy list :).  They make excellent Christmas gifts too!
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
Okay…brace yourself…this is like the most fun purchase EVER…
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
…my “ugly” Christmas sweater arrived and it freakin’ lights up like none other!  
Oh my heavens, I am in love!  
Listen, my kids are at the perfect age for this sweater because they think it’s super cool (I’m sure they won’t think that when they’re in middle school…).  I showed Andrew and he was like “you’re going to wear that all the time”…yes, I am.  #heknowsmewell

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
And let’s be real, it’s actually really comfy too!  I mean…for an “ugly” sweater, it sure looks cute, right?!

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
My excitement just cannot be contained :).

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
Annnnd…I bought this one too just in case I didn’t love the light up one.  This sweater is also one of Nordstrom’s new “ugly” Christmas sweaters and it’s super cute as well.  I’m not going to keep this one…because I really only need one “ugly” Christmas sweater and my heart belongs to the light up one…but for those of you who want to be a little more subtle, this one’s for you :).  
And right now, this sweater is 30% off!!
You can see all of the “ugly” Christmas sweaters here. There are even more choices!
And bonus with these pics…my VERY FAVORITE JEANS that I talk about all the time and am wearing in these pics are on sale right now!  Eeks!  Right now, they’re 25% off!
And you can find my booties here and my lipstick (Plum Rose) here.
Whew!  I mean…fun sweater, right?!?!
#ilovetheholidayseason

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
I’m sharing my Totally Terrific Thanksgiving Treats today over on my foodie blog!  
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
These desserts are sure to be a hit at your Thanksgiving dinner (and none of them are complicated!).
To see all of the recipes, click here.

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
Last Friday, I talked about my love of giving cold weather accessories away as Christmas gifts to the ladies in your life and I also shared my love of The North Face…
, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
 I heart my North Face jacket.

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3
Venture Jacket//Osito Jacket//Loralei Down Jacket//Marlena Jacket

So, today, I thought I’d share some cold weather accessories for the men in your life.  Because let’s face it…men can be hard to shop for…but they could probably always use a new pair of gloves, scarf or hat.  And again…no guessing their size required. #amen

Here are my favorite cold weather accessories from The North Face right now…

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3

1. Beanies
2. The blues beanie
3. E-tip gloves
4. Denali E-tip gloves
5. Trapper Hat
6. Ear gear

And here are few more fun cold weather pieces to give the men in your life this season…

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3

Red Plaid Scarf//Grey Plaid Scarf//Reversible Scarf//Buffalo Check Scarf

And a warm pair of slippers to finish your guy off this season…

, Friday Favorites: Nordstrom Giveaway #3

Nordic Slippers (only $21!)//Ugg Slippers//Potomac Slippers//

So…now are you ready to enter to win my $250 Nordstrom Gift Card Giveaway #3?!?!

All you need to do is enter the Rafflecopter below!  Happy Friday friends!

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Comments

  9. anson says

    I always have such a hard time finding the perfect gift for my boyfriend, but this year I'm giving him a pair of personalised leather cufflinks, which I found on etsy, and a perfect pair of winter leather gloves from my friends company Kämmen.

  19. Phi Mai says

    Love reading your Friday Favorites! & your ugly sweaters are too cute! The light up one is so cool and I think the panda one is so cute! & yay for decorating for Christmas today! I can't wait to see how Ashby reacts to her first Christmas! I bet she is going to love it so much!

  20. Jersey Love says

    My go to gift for my hubby is hockey tickets. And ironically for my brother I get tickets to a comedy show. Living so close to Atlantic City allows for some awesome acts to come through. They both love tickets!

  23. PurseONality says

    My favorite guys gift to give at Christmas is some sort of specialty gadget/item that they can use for whatever they love to do. I like to get personal. I will also give gift cards, depending on the guy.

  28. Lauren Darrell says

    That sweater is incredible! I love to give the guys in my life tickets to sporting events/concerts. If tickets for their favorite team are not available, I make a little certificate that says they can redeem it for tickets later in the year. Again, no sizes needed and it is something I KNOW they will love!

  42. Carrie says

    The guys in my life that I give gifts to are primarily kids and they enjoy Legos and trucks. My husband prefers iTunes gift cards and Amazon gift cards! We actually no longer do adult gift giving in our family. It is such a relief and makes Christmas less stressful!

  51. Lindsey Raggio says

    I only buy for 2 men for Christmas, my brother and my dad. My favorite gifts for them are, grooming supplies, gift cards or anything they would never buy themselves, from slippers to soft sheets 🙂

  55. Elizabeth says

    The guys in my life are super easy! My husband will love any power tool or power tool accessories but they all love "fun" socks to wear to work! 😉

  56. Laura says

    I love your blog. In the morning I spend time with the Lord, read your blog, read PTMT, read the news, and check the weather… Then I face the day!

  62. E says

    Love, love, love those glitter studs…just might have had Santa pick a pair up for me for Christmas but I think I'm going to have to get another set for my mom! Thanks for the giveaway…so sweet of you! Happy decorating

  84. Charming Lucy says

    Yay for the earrings coming back! I bought my daughter the pink ones last year! She is in high school now, so I think the black or opal would be perfect!! As for my husband – I love finding unique gifts for him. This year I am doing the razor of the month club for him! We are heading to Nordstrom tonight to pick up a couple items for him too – he wants a Northface jacket and a couple of new shirts for work(: Thanks for the give away fun! Susan

  86. amy says

    I will be thinking all day about how much fun you are having decorating for Christmas. I am so ready to get started. I just might have to start breaking out the boxes this weekend. Have a fantastic memory filled weekend !

  92. susan says

    And to think…. You used to have to look for "ugly" Christmas sweaters at thrift shops…. They're back! Thank you and Nordstrom for the giveaway!

  93. Elizabeth says

    Buying the earrings now! And wish we had a Nordstrom-I want to try those jeans! I recently lost 150 lbs and desperately need to update my closet!!

  95. Jana Domyslawski says

    My favorite gift to give my hubby is some sort of new tool, he is always great at building things for me and set designs for our church. I also love to find old school toys for him, too. I found an old Atari game set one year!

  96. Jana Domyslawski says

    My favorite gift to give my hubby is some sort of new tool, he is always great at building things for me and set designs for our church. I also love to find old school toys for him, too. I found an old Atari game set one year!

  98. Kathleen says

    I have one pair of those Kate spade earrings and I love them! Those glitter ones are fabulous!!! And I adore the light up Christmas sweater – it's perfect!

    My favorite thing to give my husband for Christmas is sweatpants/pajama pants to lounge around the house in during winter!

  119. Ashley T says

    Love the new Kate spade studs for Christmas gifts!! Love the beanies for my husband! Love the sweater for me!! Oh and totally jealous of your Christmas decorations going up!!!

  131. Robin W says

    This is going to sound crazy, but all the guys in my life get Snoopy Christmas boxers every year. They actually look forward to it! Love your favorite things today – especially the earrings! Have a great weekend!

  132. Kristen says

    My husband and I usually do "event" gifts, like going somewhere together. Or I buy him a round of golf. 😉 But I love the gift ideas you shared, too!

  161. Sarah says

    I love buying comfy pjs and sporting event tickets for the men in my life for Christmas! I need to buy some of those cute Christmas sweaters for myself stat!

  168. Melinda says

    I end up reading your blog while I dry my hair before work every morning, then I end up getting to work and shopping for something! But my husband loves anything outdoors related: trail cameras, hunting goodies. My little guy is too little to decide what he likes best!

  173. The Mozingo's says

    I am the worst at buying gifts for my hubby, I never know what to get! But I bought the light up sweater too and you are right–my kids love it too, it's amazing!

  188. medelp says

    Love the glitter earrings…..I can't even begin to decide upon a color. For the guys in my life I often look for a fun/new tool gadget..in their mind they can never have too many and who doesn't like getting a "toy"". This year I found a gaget to attach to the drill and you use it to clean the rims on cars and trucks (totally a guy thing ) 🙂

  189. Resa says

    I like giving men "experiences"- concert tickets, a play/performance they would like, a trip, etc. my husband/ dad/father in law/ brother could care less about clothes! 🙁

  198. Kaydee Elliott says

    This post just made me one happy girl! My husband and I have started to give each other things like trips or classes where we can make memories and learn new trades. We love traveling and so sometimes we will just plan a trip together as our Christmas present. 🙂

  204. Stephanie says

    Thanks for hosting these giveaways! I love to give the guys in my life those awesome gloves that still allow them to use their touch screen devices. Always a hit!

  210. Kat Ambrose says

    Love the "ugly" christmas sweater purchase. I've been trying to find the perfect cute yet ugly Christmas sweater. Any other suggestions besides the ones listed at Nordstrom?

  215. Ann says

    I love to give my dad (and his wife) theater tickets. They won't treat themselves. I always try to find a game for my husband. My son (26) just wants money! 🙂

  217. The B Family says

    I love giving them anything for the outdoors. All the men in my life love to fish and be outdoors so they love anything that they can use for those things.

  224. Sara P says

    I like the idea of coldweather gear, but unless my husband is hunting, he really doesn't wear a lot of coldweather gear (gloves, hat, scarves). Last year, I got him a new wallet. That seems to be a nice man gift.

  225. boldandbusymama says

    My husband usually likes clothes for Christmas. This year he has asked for a Fitbit that tracks everything. (Forget which one this is). He's on a health kick this year!

  245. Sarah says

    I bought the pink glitter studs this summer when you posted about them, and I love them! I just saw the multi-color are back in stock! Yay!
    I just might need that light up sweater for an Ugly Christmas Sweater party that I'm hosting next month!

  248. Elizabeth Alexander says

    I love giving quarter zip sweaters! My brother and husband make a lot of jokes about it because they know one of their boxes will contain one. The best part is I think quarter zips are the perfect clothing item for guys to wear all the time because they scream classy and casual, so by gifting them I get to dress them in what I like 😉

  250. Emilie Godell says

    My favorite gift to give the guys in my life is tickets or passes for an adventurous thing – skydiving, driving a race car, scuba diving lessons. Or it could be a concert or class or activity to do together – painting class, dance lessons, hot air balloon ride.

  251. Alicia says

    My hubs loves anything from the University of Kansas. So I always get him something from there. We love our Jayhawks. I'm loving everything about this post. Just had surgery yesterday and would love some soup, loving the new Kate Spade earrings, and I must get that ugly sweater.

  255. Angelina Cortez says

    Something I like to get as a gift for my guy is anything he's been talking about that would be useful (within reason 🙂 ) this year he has been talking about the apple iwatch and when he can't stop looking up videos about if and reading reviews, I know that is something he's really interested in. I don't always splurge throughout the year but for Christmas or birthdays, I do like the show that I've been paying attention 🙂 happy holidays!

  287. Lina says

    Oops! I entered my Pinterest name in incorrectly. It's linah not linahonglee. You don't have to publish this comment- I just wanted to let you know! Thanks Shay!

  307. Lindsey Sundstrom says

    Love those earrings! I love to give gift cards. Best Buy, Home Depot, for a golf store or Academy. They can pick what they want because I have no clue. Then I get to go to Nordstrom!! 🙂

  327. Jennifer Neumann says

    Love your blog and all the great gift ideas this time of year! For the guys in my life I love giving a comfy sweatshirt a warm hat or something for hunting for all the hunters in my life!

  330. Meghann Oldis says

    My hubby likes "all things home gym". Every year I add to his home gym. My dad loves Lowes gift cards (he's a simple man). My brother wants everything! He is easy to shop for. ☺️

  332. Suzi says

    I like to give my 2 sons something they can be creative with, because they love to build things and draw. They could also use some snow boots. Thanks! !

  333. danielle says

    My fav thing for the guys in my life is gift cards. They are hard to shop for and with a gift card they can buy whatever they want or need!

    Also, where do you announce the winners for the giveaways?

  342. Marisa says

    Ugg slippers are athe tippy top of my list!! Knowing how powerless I am they will somehow end up on my feet before Santa arrives!! All about being cozy!!

  347. Sandy P says

    I always end up buying some gadget for men. This year I bought a essential oil rub for one of them. Not very exciting, but he will use it.

  358. kimm atwood says

    I just saw the new studs online this week and put them in my holiday gifts under $50 post. I'm loving the opal. How is the sizing on the ugly sweater ?

  360. JulieB says

    Favorite gift for my husband is a coffee mug from Zazzle that I put funny things our boys have said on it that year. It's great for grandparents too!

  364. Jaclyn says

    This year I'm got my single guy cousin and he's super hard to buy for– my plan is a fun basket with scratch off and his favorite snacks and beverages and a fun personalized travel coffee much with the name his nieces and nephews call him.

  379. LovesTheBeach13 says

    I got awesome aviation-themed coasters (for beer of course!) for my bf last year from Nordstrom! He is a pilot and thought they were so cool! Those studs are so pretty!

  393. Christina says

    I usually get my husband the latest and greatest electronic/techie gadgets, workout gear, or something related to his hobbie (Vespas). We are in S. Cal. so cold weather gear doesn't get used as often…but with El Niño this year, I may have to reconsider! 😉

  408. Tonra says

    My hubby loves to ski! This year I'm treating him to a CAT ride to the top of the mountain for sunrise and first tracks!! In Vermont we really need to embrace winter!! It's long and cold and dark– at home my guy always gets new ugg slippers, smartwool socks and something sweet!

  409. Lauren Bergstrom says

    For the dudes in my life, they get slippers, North Face jackets and some new tech gadgets! Last year I gave my brother got an engraved Bottle Breacher ( a bottle opener made from 50 caliber ammunition). He loved it!! My uncle and dad are getting one this year. 🙂 Also, how do those jeans run? They say order down a size on the website…..

  424. Jessica L says

    I love giving scarves and cozy sweaters to the guys in my life because who doesn't love a good sweater for the holidays? 🙂 Can never have too many!

  429. Agudz says

    My favorite thing to pic out for the men in my life is definitely a watch. There are so many, casua, formal, the possibilities are endless!

  446. Carissa says

    A hat & gloves would be perfect for my husband's gift. He could wear them on our visit back to Canada over the holidays.

    Have a great day, Shay!

  453. Love on the Lake says

    As much as I love the over the top festiveness of the light up sweater, I think I liked the other one even more! I'm not a "subtle" person as Husband would attest, but it was just so cute and I love how the bear part is a fuzzy material against the sweater material. Classy ugly!

  457. LeeAnn says

    Love the ugly sweater!! That light up sweater is THE BEST Christmas sweater I've ever seen. So cute! I love to give some kind of electronic and I always buy a flannel shirt! 🙂

  460. Diane says

    I bought a pair of the glitter earrings during the anniversary sale and wear them all.the.time. Love your sweater! Had one with a light up Christmas tree on it I wore to an ugly sweater party several years ago, but yours is way better! 😉

  464. Eileen says

    Love those earrings! They'll be several women in my life getting those this Christmas. Also that ugly Christmas sweater – just perfect!

  473. Lgegeland says

    Every Christmas, I make my husband a Shutterfly photo book with all of our photos from the past year. It'll be our 7th book this year; we love to look back at the books and reminisce!

  475. Lorraine says

    I am giving the men in my life yeti tumblers. And having them personalized with what they like (their team's logo, a deer, and an alligator)

  476. Rachel says

    My favorite guy gift is some kind of "experience" – two years ago I got my boyfriend a ride-along in a Nascar style car at the Michigan International Speedway – it was a hit!

  477. Krystal Best says

    I love surprising my husband every year with a gift that he has randomly mentions throughout the year. The last two years have been a big hit, but still trying to figure out what this year will be.

  490. Debra says

    We live in Florida, and last Christmas I gave my youngest son hiking boots, gloves and other cold weather clothes & accessories because he was moving to the north east. For my other guys I gave, socks, sweaters, grooming kits and gift cards. This year will probably again be gift cards, and someone mentioned headphones. I think any guy would love a good set of headphones! Think I'm going to check out those Kate Spade earrings for my girls!

  493. Nikki Carlson says

    The guys in my life appreciate electronics and nice clothes that they feel good in but would never want to shop for themselves (ha!), so I appreciate all ideas in those categories!!

  496. kkarr says

    My husband will be getting new slippers this year with a good sole on them…he wore a hole in the soft-sole ones so quickly!!

  505. Dollie says

    Wow Shay I love that sweater! I ordered the same one can't wait to get it! My kiddos are going to go crazy about the light up part!

  506. Rudy says

    I love to give my husband new flannels, pjs, and gloves! Gloves and music (CDs or iTunes gift cards) for my dad and brother!

  531. Jennifer Moreau says

    My Dad is SERIOUSLY hard to buy for, but my boyfriend loves anything and everything sports related (which makes things super easy). I'm also looking at watches for him this year (fingers crossed for that gift card!!) 🙂

  534. Rebecca Bryant says

    love to give "experiences" – i.e. tickets to that ball game they have been talking about, tickets to a concert of their favorite band, a flight ticket to visit a city they've always wanted to go to….

  542. Katie says

    I'm pretty sure the man in my life is impossible to shop for because buys himself everything! His presents usually end up being very practical which isn't nearly as fun but always appreciated.

  551. Amy Pool says

    I am ordering those earrings for my kids teachers. Those Ugg slippers are my favorite. I live in them !!! Thanks for all the great gift ideas

  563. Sarah Weirich says

    Favorite gift for guys = gift cards. All the men in my life are horrible with coming up with Christmas gift ideas but you can't go wrong with a gift card. 😉

  567. Unknown says

    For the guy in my life in addition to his actual presents I usually get him something "Disney" whether it's a shirt, movie, magnet, picture frame, etc. We love going to Disney and actually got married there this year! Christina L

  570. RED says

    I love these glitter studs and the solid colors too. I don't have any yet, but they were definitely on my birthday list (my birthday is Monday!!!). I will be decorating for Christmas as well this weekend and am so excited for the holidays!

  581. Caitlyn Olson says

    My like to give warm, cozy gifts to my favorite guy! Comfy sweaters, slippers, hoodies, etc. Being comfy during the winter is priority number one. 🙂

    Ps. I love those Kate Spade earrings!!! *drooling*

  585. Heather Miller says

    I love the earrings! I've been trying to think of something different to give my friends. Love the sweater too – both of them but the light up reindeer is awesome!

  591. Lindsay says

    I love to get my boyfriend great tickets to see one of his favorite sports teams (either New England Patriots or Boston Celtics). He also loves all things festive and sweet and so I often make homemade peppermint bark Oreos as well as some type of holiday cake pop!

  593. Fleming Family says

    The cozy post was all about ME!! I'm am right with ya on being a Golden Girl honey. I am even looking at the sweatshirt to order for my daughter for Christmas! Keep those ideas coming.

  598. Ellen Brown says

    I've been going back and forth about whether I should put up Christmas decor this weekend…definitely doing it now! Thanks for all the gift inspiration..those earrings are definitely on my list!

  601. Lee and Anna Hogan says

    For the guys in my life, I like to buy whatever is number one on their list. It's usually something they would never buy themselves. I love seeing the look on their face when they open it!

  604. Lara says

    Shay I LOVE those opal glitter earrings. I already have the turquoise – but what's another pair, right? Also, the Bobbi Brown lipstick looks great on you – I may have to also check that out.

  606. Erin P says

    OBSESSED with the light up sweater and the new Kate Spade earrings! May have to go grab me a pair just in time for the Holidays 🙂

  614. Jennie says

    Love, love your lipstick! North Face is a favorite of mine, too. This Christmas I'm getting my husband cologne and a nice watch.

  617. holly veasey says

    Now that my step sons are older, I like to give scratch off lottery tickets in their stockings. Their Dad gets a kick out of it too. It is a fun way to spend a little money and maybe win a bit too.

  621. J. Woods says

    Love the glitter earrings. How would I decide which pair? My favorite Christmas gift to give is a fun piece of jewelry that I know the person would not necessarily buy for herself but that she would enjoy.

  624. Meghan says

    I usually stick with books or gadget accessories — a fancy iPhone camera add on, a wireless something-or-other for their tools. I also like to buy the boys one or two nice shirts/sweaters to improve their fashion a bit!

  625. kristy.branscum says

    I always give my hubby new boxers rolled up in his stocking! For other guys in my life, I like to give gifts specific to the work they do (ex: my dad is a builder, so I got him some heavy duty hand cream for his rough hands; my bro-in-law works in an office so we got him a travel coffee mug that keeps his coffee hot all day)

  627. Dina Cullinane says

    Guys are so hard to buy for! Wish i could get them those glitter earrings! haha But i like to get comfy things for guys too! Sweaters, socks, slippers, bathrobes.. that type of stuff! Ahhhhh love Christmas shopping!!

  629. Meredith Holliman says

    I love giving the guys in my life something practical, like a nice polo or something they will wear a lot. Men are so tricky to buy for, I do enjoy throwing in some pajama pants for fun!

  630. Andrea Brant says

    I think a good gift for men is a watch. I pay attention to what my guy likes as we shop during the year, write it down when he's not looking, and buy it when he's not around. iTunes gift cards always seem to be a hit with the men in my life.

  631. Caryn Lecca says

    I love getting slippers for my boyrfriend for Christmas. I usually end up snagging a similar pair for myself as well; they're so comfy looking I can't resist.

  647. Nicole Erdeljac says

    I love giving something techy, or just a fun gadget that will make their life easier, that they would never buy themselves! I also love giving things they would buy anyways, like renewing their subscription to Netflix, Spotify, or a mail-club (like the dollar shave club)

  651. A Gal Named Al says

    My husband and I usually do a lunch date at our favorite steakhouse instead of buying gifts. I think experiences/time with each other is better than stuff to wrap.

  659. Jennifer Jackson says

    I love love the earrings and the ugly, but cute, sweaters. For the gifts, I really like to give a surprise date night or something that requires some time. Like concert tickets or a weekend getaway!

  666. Lena T says

    I am LOVING all of this!!! That "ugly" sweater is fabulous and I need one!!! Also, those Kate spade studs?!? Get out of here, I am buying those for all the girls in my life!!

  670. Morgan Kirk says

    Love the earrings so much! this year i'm planning on giving out some kate spade earrings to my bridesmaids because our wedding is December 20th! They will be so excited and I can't wait to give them out!

  679. Nikki says

    OMG…I LOVE the light-up sweater. Sadly, my children are already in middle school and would hang their heads in shame if I showed up wearing it. Hmm, maybe I SHOULD order it to remind them who they are! I've already got the glitter studs for my sister for Christmas. Can't wait to give them to her!

  693. Unknown says

    Favorite go to gift for guys is Eddie Bauer pull over fleece jackets. Super comfy and stylish. My husband and dad wear them all the time.

  696. Unknown says

    I love the glitter earrings! But I also LOVE that light up sweater! I work with college students so I don't think they'd appreciate it much, haha. But I'm always looking for a fun sweater so that bear one is great 🙂 love your blog!!!'n

  703. Elaine says

    I am so in love with Nordstrom! I wish we had one close to where I live, but shopping on-line is fun too! Thanks for doing the giveaways!

  709. Spencer Cox says

    I LOVE your ugly sweater!! Thanks for sharing!

    I always love to give my dad (one of my favorite guys in my life!) something that we can do together. For instance, this year his favorite band Mumford and Sons is coming in April – so I bought us two tickets to go to it. I think he appreciates the time we spend together more than any gift I could ever give him. 🙂

  713. Stephanie M says

    I always like to buy my husband new sweaters or ties; he rarely spends money on himself on clothes so it's nice to change up his closet a bit around the holidays!

  716. Reba says

    I love to give plaid shirts for Christmas, and small tools to the guys in my life (husband, father, brothers). Love this post!

  721. Katie says

    It varies with the guys in my life! My husband doesn't buy clothes often, so I like to surprise him with new clothes. My dad loves clothes so he's always excited for clothes. Sometimes I spring for a new tool or gadget, but it changes each year. Always keeps them on their toes!

  732. emma kate slagle says

    My favorite present that I have gotten would probably be my boot and fun scarfs! I get to wear them all the time and the are the best for fall! I almost love giving gifts more though can it so fun to shop for other people!

  734. Laura Bake says

    First off love the studs. My husband loves getting warms gloves since he's outside for work in the winter a lot. But video games are also a good bet.

  745. Lindsey G says

    I love buying my husband pajamas. It's so nice to cuddle up on the couch with a nice fire built to embrace the cold and spend some quality time together!

  747. Tracy says

    I usually buy the guys flannel pants & gift cards or hoodies & hats from their favorite sports team. I'm so glad you posted the men's slippers. I've been looking for some that were nice and also affordable. Guess I'll be doing some Christmas shopping. 🙂

    I LOVE both of those "ugly" Christmas sweaters. So much fun!

  748. Haley says

    I love buying my husband date nights. For example, last year I bought him Mavs tickets and we went out to dinner and the basketball game!

  756. Trina says

    I like giving tickets…concerts, sports events, experiences. Men can be hard to buy for so tickets to something they enjoy are always a hit!
    And on another note, momma needs some new jeans!

  761. Leah Williams says

    My dad is currently the only man in my life so I like to get him a new book(he loves history ones) and/or something for the kitchen because he loves cooking!!!

  772. Brittany Gray says

    Love the glitter earrings!! Im new to your blog and love it as well! 🙂 My favorite gift to give guys is things I know they would not buy themselves. For instance this year Im getting my husband a year supply of jerky! LOL Its a club where they send you different brands and flavors every month. I think its cool because he will keep getting presents every month! 🙂

  780. Mariela says

    Gorgeous earrings! For the guys, I love to buy them slippers and pajamas. Nothing says happy winter like a pair warm and cozy jammies!

  785. Unknown says

    My favorite gift to give the guys in my life is hand knit hats! They appreciate the effort and my dad wears them like no other! 🙂

  790. Kate L. says

    I have purchased so many of those glitter studs for gifts, too. Every girl deserves a little sparkle! For whatever reason, I always end up purchasing men's gifts at the Gap. I love their men's sweaters and some of the men's scarves you've featured on here before.

    Enjoy your weekend!!

  798. Stacey Hayes says

    Thanks for all the great Christmas ideas… when I can't think of something to get someone in my family i come to your blog and can always find something!

  806. Emily says

    I tried adding a couple of different colors of the Kate Spade earrings to my cart and they weren't on sale. I did a live chat and the representative said only the pink glitter and silver glitter are 25% off. 🙁 Maybe this is just in store only?

  818. Olivia says

    I just love nordstrom, don't have one in my town but the free shipping is awesome! Would love the giftcard for Christmas gifts.

  830. Lisa says

    I try to buy my husband sweatshirts/pullovers /jackets from his favorite college teams; there is some nice looking apparel out these days! Otherwise, he's always happy to receive an upgrade on a golf club or some type of gadget (gopro, kegerator, etc.)!

  839. Corinne says

    I've had the nerdy reindeer sweater in my shopping cart this week but I have to change it to the reindeer! I didn't realize it lit up… My kiddos will love it! I give the guys in my life (husband, dad, grandfathers) travel coffee mugs made with pictures of their kids/grandkids all over them.

  840. LC says

    my husband loves getting Under Armour and The North Face. I think this year I'll grab him a pair of those slippers;)

  847. Mother Henn says

    My nerdy guys loves techy-electronic-y things. Any kind of little gadget makes him happy. Personally, I like to dress him sharp….so, a little gadget distracts him while I overhaul his wardrobe one piece at a time. #winwin

  870. Taylor says

    It's typically something hunting related because my husband and brother are both big time hunters….so camo is always a winner!

  875. Suzy says

    LOOOOVVVVVEEEE those earings! I usually buy my hubby cologne or slippers….so I definitely need to check out your slipper pics!! Thanks Shay!

  876. Anne Harvey says

    I feel like guys, at least my guy is SO hard to shop for! He is so particular with most things. I do find I can't go wrong with getting him things like cologne, dress shirts, and ties etc. I think his favorite and my favorite to do is something that has a lot of thought put into it. Like one year I wrote down a gazillion ways I appreciate and love him. I crunched them up and put them in a cute decorated jar.

  879. Melanie says

    That sweater is so YOU! Super cute!! For the men in my life I like to give sweatshirts, slippers, travel mugs and scratch-off lotto tickets:)

  884. Tish says

    My hub is so hard to shop for bc he buys himself everything he wants! I keep a running tab of things he mentions throughout the year and get those plus something for the house.

  885. Mary Keith says

    Love the earrings, tacky sweater, jeans, booties, lip stick, everything!

    I love to give guys a nice watch. Also, something thay enables them to do an activity they love– a card for the driving range, rock climbing gym, etc. This year, my husband has requested a Lowe's gift card for tools. 🙂

  889. Rachel Kennally says

    The guys in my life always get athletic gear or nice clothes that I know they would never buy themselves. I also like to make my dad some sort of picture frame with fun memories we have had thoughout the year.

  890. KRISTIN TATE says

    I would've never thought to buy the sweater unless I was wearing it to the ugly Christmas sweater party. Thank you for showing us that silly shirts can be fun and super cute even when it's not for a themed party!

  896. Pn says

    My favorite thing to give to my guy is something homemade and from the heart like baked chocolate chip cookies or a knitted beanie.

  900. Emily says

    For the main man in my life I have somehow ended up starting a tradition of a shirt with some comical remark on it! Last year's was, "the biceps are the key to this outfit." Lol!!

  901. Laura Huang says

    I love getting stocking stuffers for my hubby. His favorite candy (grapefruit gummies!), a gift card to his favorite store, and his favorite drink, either some coffee or whiskey! Last year I got him a sampler set of 5 different types of whiskeys and he LOVED it!!

  909. Kjlb37 says

    Guys ARE so hard to buy for, thanks for the suggestions! I'm hoping Nordstrom's will have the Northface jackets on sale (Black Friday, possibly?) so I can buy one for all my guys:) Thanks, Shay!!

  920. Alicia Worth says

    Good morning!!! Those kate Spade earings are to die for!! Love them. In another note you have inspried me to start blogging. I am newly married and wanted a family blog. Thank you for sharing your life with you faithful readers! 🙂

  932. Claire says

    Those glitter studs, love the black, it would 'pop' and that 'ugly' sweater is too cute! I think my boys would love the light up one.

  933. Aubrey says

    My man LOVES getting vinyl records or Amazon gift cards for any present, so that's what I'll be getting! Thank you so much for your blog. It's what I look forward to most in the morning!

  934. Ariel Lambert says

    Your family is the cutest thing! I always see your postings on Instagram about adoption and I am happy to say me and my husband will be adopting one day!

    I love seeing your enthusiasm on Instagram and on the blog, it always makes my day feel that much better!!

    Most importantly it's awesome to know that we don't know each other in real life but that we are sisters in Christ and family!!!

    Keep up the good work of making people's lives brighter and sharing the Christmas cheer!

  935. Cyndi Berger says

    Love, love Nordstrom. Did you know it started out as just a shoe store in Seattle and Portland, I lived in OR and mom always took we three girls twice a year for new shoes, what a fun memory. Now I live Seattle, and still love their shoes

  944. Nichole Mancone says

    Perfect timing on the ugly sweater! My boss is having an ugly sweater breakfast this year and I found one of the Derek Heart ones on sale for $29 and it's so cute. Can't wait to wear it.

  946. Andrea Griffin says

    I get my boyfriend a nice sweater or flannal, and then something nice every year. In the past I've gotten him a watch, a nice coat, wallet, and various tech gadgets (separate years). I also love getting him cologne. I get to pick the scent I snuggle up to and I can recognize when he wears it

  950. Gail says

    I typically get the guys in my life things they need but don't want to go out and buy for themselves. Examples: new athletic clothes, running shoes, dress shirts, etc. I also usually toss in a fun gift, like a video game, concert/sporting tickets, camping gear, whatever their interests are. Love those Kate Spade earrings! Want to buy a pair for my sister and me but can't even decide on a color!!

  951. Reilly Walker says

    This year my guy is all about shoes for Christmas! I have been searching for a new pair of moccasins for him, those Potomac slippers are perfect! Woohoo! Also, I'm adding a pair of sparkle earrings in every color to my Christmas list! LOVE!

  954. An Aspiring Journalist says

    I love your friday favorites! I always enjoy reading you blog everyday!
    I think I would get my dad some gear from my college! He went to my college as well so we have a lot of school pride! Go OU Bobcats!

  960. Emmy says

    I love getting experiences for the guys in my life, because they're so hard to buy for! I've given my dad museum gift cards, etc….he loves them.

  962. Jamie Price says

    I ordered the sweater and the jeans!! Can not wait for that sweater!!! My husband is a tool guy so he gets tools! My brother and stepdad love T-shirts so I always hit up Cabelas for them!

  963. Babygirl says

    Favorite gift to give my guy….tickets to something, like for his 40th birthday, I planned a trip to Boston to go to Fenway park, which was on his bucket list!

  971. Victoria Mazzola says

    I neeeed those kate spade studs in my life! I've been saying that ever since you first post about them. I think it's time. So, I'm thinking Kate spade studs for me (and maybe some gifts) and ugg slippers for dad!!

  973. Aleena Acuna says

    The guys in my life all love bass pro shops so they usually get things for hunting, fishing and camping! They are way too easy. The honey in my life is getting a go pro this year! Thanks for all the great posts, I love reading your blog.

  977. Christine Yother says

    Thanks to you and pinterest told me to I am obsessed with Nordstroms. this year I am especially obsessed with the plaid blanket scarves I plan on seriously stocking up on those

  992. Janet says

    I have three sons and a husband who love all things outdoors so usually they get something fro Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, or Academy!

  994. Elizabeth Stiles says

    I could definitely use a Nordstrom gift card for some holiday shopping – I am feeling so behind this year! Love your light up sweater too! I bet the kids are crazy about it!!

  1002. Unknown says

    Love these warm weather gifts for the guys! I usually go with something from The North Face, or a button down! Might have to mix it up this year!

  1005. Melissa Loureiro says

    My go-to for the guys in my life is usually something from The North Face or a button down! Love these ideas though, may have to mix it up this year! Every man needs a good scarf!

  1006. Talynn Buntin says

    I usually keep a list running in my head . He'll say I really like that pair of shoes while we are walking by or I really need a new wallet … And wallah he makes a Christmas list without even knowing ?

  1010. Mama Dean says

    I'd love to know how you keep gifts you give a secret with your blog – I just assume everyone you know reads it. I'm always trying to sneak gifts to keep them secret!

  1013. McCameys says

    You have great taste Shay! Thank you for including all of us in a chance to win a shopping spree! I couldn't ask for a better giveaway, Nordstrom is my all time favorite and I have been a customer for years! Thank you for taking the time to share your treasures of a find with all of us! xoxo

  1017. Conley Morris says

    THAT LIGHT UP SWEATER I AM IN LOVE!!! That would be the first thing in my cart, lol! Makes me smile to see how well Ashby is adapting, hope you have a Christmas-filled weekend:)

  1019. Katie Shira says

    Love the Kate Spade earrings!
    This year I bought every guy family member a YETI tumbler. I think they are going to like them!! Last year I bought everyone a north face jacket. That was a huge hit!

  1021. Melissa A says

    The "ugly" sweaters at Nordstrom make me happy. I'm trying to figure out which one I want because there's really only room for one in my closet.

  1022. Lyndsey Parks says

    Each year is different when buying for my guys…. Last year my hubby got a booklet of me in my wedding dress and such, he still brings it with him when he travels for work…. Money well spent!! 🙂

  1023. dresselfamily.blogspot.com says

    Oh I love christmas decorating.. my hubby… not so much !!
    ok.. only you could rock that sweater.. if I put that on I would look like a 90 yr old granny. my more than ample boobs would look ridiculous… and I know this.. yet I want it because you look adorbs lol
    have a great weekend.. can't wait for the Christmas home tour!

  1026. Meg Hodges says

    I usually give my husband golf gift certificates, clothes, or some kind of ticket to a sports team. We live in the SF Bay Area; so there's a lot to choose from!!

  1032. Ang says

    Love your blog! Family post are my favorite. I love getting my husband a planned vacation for Christmas! It always brings so many great memories.