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Holiday Gift Guide-Women-Mali + Lili

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

This year Mali + Lili landed on Oprah’s Favorite List for its Crossbody Bag. I wanted to find out more about this company, so I reached out to them.

Mali + Lili is a modern lifestyle accessories brand that was founded in 2017 by JoAnne Wannarachue Lord. The Mali + Lili handbag line quickly filled a void in the market by offering contemporary hands-free designs, great quality, and value. The inspiration for the Mali + Lili brand is the multi-tasking woman. She has many roles and is constantly on-the-go whether it’s her busy career, running errands around town, taking care of her family, or all of the above. Mali + Lili accessories are designed to have multi-functional features.

– Mali + Lili Belt bags, Crossbody bags and, Backpacks allow you to be hands-free and multi-task
– Mali + Lili Mask Scarves look chic work around your neck, on your hat, or in your hair when not covering your face
– Mali + Lili 3 layer Necklaces are convertible and can be worn as a single, double, or triple strand 
Los Angeles based fashion industry executive, JoAnne Wannarachue Lord, started her career in San Francisco, California on the wholesale side of the business representing Accessories and Jewelry lines after graduating from the University of Washington in Seattle. After a few years, JWL transitioned into the retail buying world and worked her way up the corporate ladder as Buyer, Divisional Merchandise Manager, General Merchandise Manager, and VP of Merchandising for companies including Urban Outfitters, Guess by Marciano, Bebe, and New York & Company.
 
Founded in 2017, JWL comes full circle with the launch of Mali + Lili Lifestyle Accessories, a creation of modern, functional, and hands-free bags and accessories using vegan-friendly materials. Designed with busy women in mind, the collection is made to be worn from day to night and everywhere in between thanks to its thoughtfully designed pieces-just think hands-free backpacks, waist bags, and cross-body styles featuring functional details. Whether you are in a business meeting, jet-setting the world, volunteering at school, or running errands around town, the Mali + Lili line of bags and accessories will be there to hold your essentials while you make your moves.  
Named after her two daughters, Mali + Lili offers elevated trend-led accessories that strike the perfect balance between sophisticated and playful.  Mali + Lili handbags and accessories are designed in Los Angeles and made of PETA-Approved quality vegan leather and novelty fabrications. The mask scarves are designed and produced in Los Angeles also.
While under stay at home orders, JWL pivoted her business and designed a sustainable and reusable mask that would help women stay healthy but also look chic. Staying consistent with its philosophy, it introduced the hands-free Mali + Lili Mask Scarf, a lightweight, 4 layer cotton mask scarf that has a pocket for a filter if desired. Mali + Lili Mask Scarf is made of locally sourced up-cycled fabrics and can be worn around your neck as a chic scarf when not covering your face. Mali + Lili Mask Scarf was introduced to friends and families on social media and in July and sold almost 100 pieces over the weekend They are available at  www.maliandlili.com and www.nordstrom.com.
For all these reasons, Mali + Lili was highlighted in Oprah’s Favorite Things. Mali + Lili  Josie Crossbody bag was a standout as a stylish small size three-compartment cross-body purse that features an adjustable long shoulder strap with 3 section zipper closure that can be worn in many different ways. Perfect for those days when carrying a handbag is not an option. I love the ease of use. The exterior is made from high quality 100% eco-friendly vegan PU leather, while the interior consists of a striped fabric lining and gold-tone hardware. PU leather is durable and easy to clean, simply just wipe with water to keep this bag looking new.
This will make the perfect gift this holiday season.

Holiday Gift Guide-Women-LASCANA

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

It’s hard to believe that we are so close to the holidays. I am sure that we have gotten all our holiday shopping going. Everyone is going to be in a rush to grab last-minute items before it is too late. While that may be one challenge, one of the more difficult challenges is figuring out what to get someone.

Look no further, LASCANA has you covered!  They are committed to creating stunning, high quality, and affordable collections and pieces ranging from sizes 0 to 24 and cups AA to G.  So they have something to suit practically every woman’s needs.  Today, I’m going to share just a couple of pieces with you that I fell in love with.

LASCANA is a brand brought to you from Europe. With over 15 years of retail experience over there, LASCANA launched its US online shop early in 2017 with a mission to inspire the American woman to look and feel fabulous in her own body.

Winter Print Pajama Set

You can celebrate the holiday this season with this adorable Winter Print Pajama Set, which means you can be comfortable, spread cheer, and look great. This pajama set will quickly become a favorite for the entire winter.

The long sleeve top features a rounded neckline and  reindeer front print.  The pants are super soft and offer an elastic drawstring waistband so you can adjust to the perfect fit.  And who doesn’t love pockets!?  They also feature side pockets!  This machine-washable set is definitely a must-have. I love how it makes you feel cozy and ready for the season.

Smocked Paisley Blouse

Trendy, eye-catching, and loose-fitting, this Paisley Blouse will look great on anyone. It has smocking at the hem and wrists. The Narrow V-neck has a ruffle collar. It’s great for all year round to wear. The blouse has vibrant colors that stand out and it is very comfortable. I paired it with leggings for my zoom meetings and got many compliments on it.

For the holiday season, they have launched affordable lingerie, cozy pajamas, and tops perfect  for Stocking Stuffers.

 

Holiday Gift Guide-Women-Theory Clothing Brand

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Theory has always been a brand that I love. The brand has always produced garments that last and endure. I find that my Theory pieces are always made of luxurious materials and with attention to detail not found in other direct-to-consumer basic brands.

Theory wants to be the brand that you will go-to for all ages, and the destination where you can expect a lot from your clothes: quality, luxury, and ease. We need brands like this given the year we are having and he amount of time we have spent working from home.

This holiday season Theory has focused on seeking out new ways of connecting with loved ones in a world where we can not be physically together. They are hoping that this inspiration will encourage their customers to do the same.

Theory started early, with Giving Tuesday celebration as part of the brand’s Theory for Good initiative. Theory for good is a platform that houses the brand’s conscious commitment to making a positive impact by creating sustainable solutions for our products, people, and the planet. Giving Tuesday immediately follows the biggest shopping weekends of the year, and provides a time for those who indulged in holiday gift shopping a chance to shop for a cause.

On December 1st Theory launched a limited-edition unisex t-shirt in partnership with Girl Up: shop the limited editor tee  Theory x Girl Up tee. For everyone one sold, Theory is donating a percentage of proceeds to Girl Up in continued support of its mission to improve gender equality and social change. Theory has partnered with Girl Up throughout the year amid key moments to shed light on the important work of the organization to help advance gender equality, give girls a voice, and empower the next generation.

Theory also wants to make shopping for gifts easier this year with their newly launched Theory at Your Service Program.

The following services are offered to Theory Customers:

The Theory Edit

Personal styling for an exceptional wardrobe. Enjoy Theory’s risk-free at-home try-on service from the comfort of your home. Your receive a selection of their latest styles that are selected just for you and then they are delivered straight to your door. You get to keep the pieces that you love and return the ones that you don’t. Plus there is no additional cost for the returns. Only pay for what you keep.

How It Works

  • A Theory stylist will connect with you to outline your fit, style preferences, and wardrobe needs and curate a selection of styles accordingly.
  • Your personalized edit will be delivered to your home via same-day or second-day service. You have 14 days to decide what to keep or return.
  • If you’d like to keep everything in the box, there is no action required. Theory will automatically charge your credit card on the 14th day.
  • If you’d like to return an item, it must be dropped off at your nearest Theory store or sent to Theory and postmarked by the 14th day to avoid incurring charges. Theory will only charge your credit card for the items you keep.
  • Customers receive 15% off their first Theory Edit order

By Appointment & Virtual Styling

This might be my favorite service, you get to work one-on-one with a Theory Stylist to receive a personal shopping experience virtually. How much easier can it be? The stylist will recommend pieces that meet your needs and wants. These appointments can take place on Google Hangout, FaceTime, and Zoom, all the apps that we have been using to conduct our business meetings and distance learning. It makes you feel like a celebrity that you are the only one being styled.

If you are able to go into a store, then you can also book a one-on-one private appointment with a Theory Stylist to receive a personal shopping experience in-store. You can simply go to your local store page and book a session. While all stores may not be doing this now, it is a wonderful idea for the future.

Gift Cards

What better gift to give that special person in your life than a gift card from Theory.

  • Standard and digital gift cards can be purchased in denominations of up to $1,000.
  • E-gift cards are sent directly to the recipient’s inbox, making them the perfect last-minute purchase.
  • E-gift cards can be purchased here – https://theory.cashstar.com/store/recipient?locale=en-us
  • Physical gift cards can be purchased in all stores

SmartGift

Now, this is an innovative idea. Simply select an item from Theory’s site to send to a friend via email, they choose their size and color preference (or exchange it for something of equal value), and we ship it. I am always worried about getting the wrong size or color, this take the guesswork out of that and they get something that they love

  • Digital opportunity to send a gift item to someone of the customer’s choosing
  • SmartGift helps to turn your gifting inspiration into reality. By choosing to send someone a SmartGift, gift recipients can pick their size or color, eliminating gift exchanges and returns later.
  • Step 1: Select an item to send to a giftee. This is communicated to the recipient over email.
  • Step 2: The recipient can select their preferred size and color of each gift item or swap across the original gift brand’s catalog for a same-priced item.
  • Step 3: Theory sends the gift giver a payment link to Theory.com once the gift has been accepted.
  • Every item on Theory.com is tagged with SmartGift functionality.

What I love about this brand is that they are continuing to be innovative. They having taken these hard time and pivoted to program that can help their customers shop with ease and security.

Do you own any Theory pieces? Let me know what you think about it.