Walk and Talk | 12.13.2024

Welcome to the Walk and Talk! Each week, we chat about our favorite shows and books, recent shopping finds (including Amazon gems), and all the fun stuff friends love to share. We’re excited to share it with you! #friendssharethegoodstuff ⁠

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Don’t Hide from the Camera…

Ladies, get in the pictures and let your light shine! Your loved ones will love looking back at these moments and seeing you right there in the mix, part of all the joy and love the holidays bring. You’re beautiful, vibrant, and such an important piece of your family’s story, so don’t miss out on being in the pictures that capture all the magic. Celebrate the woman you are today and leave a legacy of love and presence in every frame.

And hey, if you’re looking for tips to look your best, The New Yorker’s got some great ones (wink, wink!).

In today’s Walk and Talk, we’re sharing…

  • Don’t miss our top sellers of 2024 from Amazon (and they all make great gifts)!
  • A British spy thriller from Netflix
  • Megan’s favorite holiday movies
  • Holiday dressing in a column of color
  • New perfume – under $40
  • A fun way to display your holiday memories
  • Middle Aged Dad Jam band
  • And, ladies, remember to be a part of your family’s pictures!

What’s On the Blog

Still have a few people left to shop for but you have mall fatigue? These were the top 10 sellers from Amazon and they ALL make great gifts.

Shop the Amazon Top 10


What We’re Watching

MEGAN : I’m deep in my holiday movie groove. My favorite is The Holiday, although it’s almost 20 years old (2006) it feels current and fresh every year. If you are looking for a similar movie, The Family Stone is also high on my list. Released in 2005, it’s not new, however anyone that’s gone to their boyfriend’s parent’s house for the holidays can relate.

CHRISTA : Described as an addictive spy series with a wicked sense of humor, Black Doves features Kiera Knightley in this new series. I think I’ll save this to watch on my iPad for our upcoming holiday vacation!


What We’re Wearing

CHRISTA : I wore this to Thanksgiving dinner, but it would also be perfect to wear for a little holiday get together with friends. The column of color is slimming and the Ann Taylor blouse has some metallic running through it for some sparkle (and would look great with denim, too). And let’s take a moment to talk about shoes–love these new shoes from Dolce Vita this holiday season and they definitely get lots of comments and compliments. They’re a 3″ heel height, but I find them comfortable.

Shop Christa’s Look

MEGAN : It was a rainy one in Virginia this week and with day three hair, my Yankees hat is the star of this outfit. Every girl (and boy) needs a cute hat or three to cover up that days old hair. Jeans, a button down and cashmere sweater finish off this very basic mom outfit. Wearing my Archies because mama treated herself to a pedicure.

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Shop Megan’s Look


What We’re Shopping For

MEGAN : I tried to order the Phlur Vanilla Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist during the Sephora sale and it was sold out. Guess what, ladies? She’s back and she’s worth the wait. Not as “heavy” as the perfume but definitely lasts all day. Just a light mist over your hair/clothes keeps you smelling ah-mazing all day. Best part, the mist is under $40, the perfume is $100.

phlur vanilla skin body mist

CHRISTA : If you’ve ever sent holiday photo cards, you know the effort it takes to get the perfect family picture–or the time to sift through a year of photos looking for the best pic of each person. Instead of stashing those memories away, display them! My friend Lisa had hers in the cutest little card book she found on Etsy. Inspired by her, I finally ordered this one that I’ve had bookmarked since last year! I got the red, but it also comes in linen and grey. Can’t wait to stroll down memory lane!


Random Stuff We Like

MEGAN : Middle Aged Dad Jam Band, ummm – YES PLEASE! You can find anything on YouTube these days, but this, this is bringing me joy. How do I sign my husband up?

CHRISTA : Searching for the perfect holiday playlist? Tune in to SiriusXM channel 17, Jimmy Fallon’s brand-new holiday channel! It offers an eclectic mix of festive tunes with almost no repeats, plus unique themed playlists like Christmas disco and Yacht Rock Christmas classics. It’s definitely worth a listen! Not your style? No worries—SiriusXM has 16 other holiday channels to explore. Happy listening!


You nailed it again! This week’s trending items are some of our favorites and wow! they make the perfect travel day outfit. Christa’s lounge suit is the ultimate “over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house” outfit, toss on the long puffy vest (so you won’t be too hot in the car), add your Le Pliage bag filled with snacks, a mani kit and your light up 10x mirror and you are ready for ANYTHING a road trip throws at you.

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Friends Share the Good Stuff

Have something you can’t live without? Did you find a great deal? Well, do tell! Comment below with your ideas/suggestions and we’ll pass it along…because friends share the good stuff! Thanks for being here today and following along with us!


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