More Christmas wishes!

I've asked three more fabulous bloggers to share their Christmas wishes with us, from a simple stocking filler to the extravagant! Let's hope their wishes come true! First up is the lovely Shari of Little blue deer...

Stocking filler... Melinda Maria cigar ring, I would LOVE to find this little gem in my stocking!
Luxe pick... my dream luxury gift is this Bottega Veneta Chene Python bag. I adore Bottega Veneta, a bit lower profile than Hermes, but the same stunning quality leather goods, so chic!

Thanks Shari! That bag is amazing! Next we have the creative Piper of One sydney road...

Stocking filler... I just think sachets make such a perfect gift - love the color + design on these - wouldn't mind having these in my stocking!!

Luxe pick... I've been coveting this linen day blanket - it just looks so warm & cozy - perfect right now for this snowy weather!

Thanks Piper, I love the look of those linen blankets! And lastly we have the stylish Shannon of The Simply Luxurious Life...

With the holidays upon us, I too have a wishlist that I can't help making during this time of year. One of the things I adore about the holidays is a bit more time to cuddle up with a good book and lose all track of time as well as dressing up for all of the festive parties. Keeping that in mind, here are two things on my list:
Stocking filler... For a purely simple, but in its own way, very luxurious, item:
Books, especially the soon to be released Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange
Luxe pick... Diane von Furstenberg's Maidey dress in camel

Thanks Shannon! I now have another book on my ever growing book wishlist! Fabulous picks from all three ladies, don't you agree? Which of these do you wish would make their way into your home?!

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Christmas wishes III

Only a few days left until Christmas, are you all prepared? Hopefully you are and now you have time to relax and enjoy the festivities. I'm 99% there! I've put together some lovely calming images to ease us into the week ahead, I just love this incredible cabin, I could quite happily spend the day there... sipping tea and wrapping Christmas presents! Doesn't it look quite magical?

Image credits: from top left clockwise 1) The New York Times, 2 & 3) A creative Mint for Decor8, 4 & 6) Christmas tree giftcard by Ivy Style, 5) Krista Keltanen

Image credits: Kalle Gustafsson

Image credit: A creative Mint for Decor8

And today we have the talented Kate of Magnolia rouge, sharing her Christmas wishes with us...

Stocking filler... (although granted it would have to be a rather big stocking) is this vintage bobbin door stop... we have so many doors in our new house and the slightest hint of a breeze has them all slamming! I need about 10 of these actually!

Luxe pick... My luxurious item is actually more of an experience... I'd love two weeks of utter relaxation and daily massages with my husband at the Four Seasons Maldives.

Thanks Kate! Can I join you in the Maldives?! It looks amazing, pure bliss....

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Christmas wishes II

Today's post is jam packed with Christmas inspiration! We have Christmas wishes from the Monika and Charlotta, a Christmas tree request and then a fantastic, blue inspired Christmas shoot! Let's kick off with the always stylish Monika from Splendid Willow and see what she's wishing for...

Stocking filler... One piece of white pottery to kick-start my "white collection". It does not need to be expensive. Just sentimental. Meaningful.
Luxe pick... Six of the white "Tulip" chairs have a long-standing spot as the number one design object I desire if money was no object. They would go wonderfully with my gray newly purchased farm table. I am settling for white Panton chairs mixed with Ikea for now. But I keep on dreaming....

Next up is the lovely Charlotta of Space For Inspiration...

Luxe pick... I love this double breasted trench coat by Burberry.

Stocking filler... a set of these super cute little 'numbered pill boxes' from the Zhush.

Fabulous wishes from both of you, I'd love a set of Tulip chairs and the trench too! Thanks ladies!

And then a request, I thought it would be fun if you sent me photos of your Christmas tree or Christmas decorations in your home or anything special you've done for Christmas. I'll do a collage and feature them next week some time! Open to all readers and bloggers! You can email me at... lanakenney@gmail.com

Image credits: Chris Everard via Sarah Kaye Representation

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Christmas wishes

Another Monday and the end of the year is drawing closer. Amazing how time flies. I had another busy weekend and the highlight was a fabulous lunch with friends at Fairview for my sister's birthday. I'll share some pics tomorrow. How did you spend your weekend? Are you getting into the Christmas spirit yet?

As Christmas really is just around the corner, I thought I'd share a few Christmas wishes from some of my favourite blogger friends up until then. I've asked them what their ultimate luxurious Christmas dream gift would be and then also for a small stocking filler wish. We'll start off with the creative Justina of Compai. Justina gave us three picks...

Stocking pick... a gorgeous origami candle holder

Luxurious but more realistic pick... colourful vintage quilt

Absolute fantasy pick... an incredible Missoni sofa!

Thanks Justina! I'll take all three of those, please! And lastly I thought I'd share some beautiful gift wrapping ideas that Justina shared recently, so clever!

Image credits: 1, 2 & 3) photos by me, 5) Jo Tyler via Sarah Kaye Representation, 6) The White Company

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Christmas wishes

Ps You can see my Christmas wish list over on the lovely Gaia's blog today with some other fab blogger lists too! Check it out!

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