White Elephant Designs + GIVEAWAY!

Last month I teamed up with White Elephant Designs – an ADORABLE online gift boutique – and some awesome Chicago ladies for a holiday photoshoot! Before I jump in, I wanted to remind you to scroll all the way to the bottom for a chance to win a $50 gift card to both White Elephant + Target (a $100 value).

If you are looking for special gifts, want to dress up your work space or fanc-ify items you already own, White Elephant Designs should be your new go to. And it’s AFFORDABLE. Stocking stuffers, birthdays, weddings, babies, you name it.

I love the little story behind the 2 sister founders, Emily and Hope! That’s the darling Emily above. Being in a family of 7 kids, everything always had to be personalized – it was the only way to keep track of their belongings. They carry that same idea with them today, but wanted to make more fun and exquisite items for their customers! All items are made with love in New Orleans and Chicago.

And if you don’t know these other ladies you should!  Gold Coast Girl, Lakeshore Lady, Bright & Beautiful, Sparkles & Sprinkles, Curate Chicago and Make to Celebrate.

So let’s take a gander shall we?

Personalized champagne flutes (these are actually plastic!) with gold drink stirrers. We added rosemary sprigs and pomegranate seeds to dress up our bubbly! Plastic glasses are great for picnics, boating, outdoor concerts and festivals, and an easy dinner party where no one will break your crystal.

Pretty entertainment. These monogrammed dinner napkins (so many colors and styles) dress up the simplest tables capes. Wouldn’t these personalized wine glasses make a great party for your guests?

I can’t stop drinking from my Camelbak water bottle. I’ve finally been getting my proper water intake! Add fruit and cucumber slices for flavor.

White porcelain ornaments.

My personal favorite was dressing up the bar cart! Again, the champagne flutes. Monogrammed ice buckets and napkins are key.

We also served White Russians (with a honey and coconut rim) in these glass tumblers. It doesn’t get anymore sophisticated than serving cocktails and cookies on a custom, acrylic serving tray! Tip: lucite helps show off your food and expensive glass ware!

And speaking of trays, die over this marble cheese plate (includes the knife!).

And just when you think we are done, there’s more! This acrylic jewelry box shows off your prettiest baubles. I find I wear more accessories, when I can see them out in the open. Which makes me feel more put together.

Trend alert! Statement earrings are in. Big time. And these tasseled beauties (which come in every color) have been spotted everywhere, by everyone. I promise, it’s coming.

A pom-pom, herringbone throw to keep cozy and also dress up a neutral space in your home. Can we talk about the texture too!

And last but not least, these champagne hats kill me! They make me want to host a New Year’s Eve party and only serve mini champagne bottles with party hats. Unfortunately they are sold out, but check out these other fun party tricks!

I know this was a long post, but White Elephant Design’s seriously has the cutest items. I will be buying some stocking stuffers from here and so happy to not have to rack my brain for gift ideas now.

*****So the best part! GIVEAWAY ALERT!********

Us ladies have pitched in to give one lucky lady a $50 gift card to White Elephants and a $50 gift card to Target ($100 value total!). All you have to do is complete this Loop giveaway on Instagram. I know Loop Giveaways are kind of annoying, but there are only 7 of us! Not 37 where you spend 50 hours following everyone. And I personally follow each and everyone of these accounts. They have the best feeds and share really fun events and inspiration too.

Have you ever heard of White Elephant Designs? If not, now you have!

A huge thank you to White Elephant Designs for having me; Debi Lilly for her hidden Paris Apartment in Chicago – where we took these GORGEOUS photos, and Iron & Honey for you beautiful photography skills and keen eye.