The most magical month of the year is here! The really cold weather is here to stay in Houston. I grew up in Jamaica, where it’s warm all year, moved to South Forida, where it’s warm all year, and then moved to Houston, where it’s supposed to be warm all year! You see a pattern here? I am a warm weather girl!
Each year, like a bear, I go into hibernation. Well not literally, but I stay away from alot of outdoor activities and stay indoors where it’s warm and toasty. There are a few things I love to have around me when the going gets cold – things I like to call my Winter Survival Kit - Which I’m about to share with you!
- My winter outfits are designed to keep me warm but most importantly to look super stylish. Leggings are a life-saver on really cold days with knee high boots and a tailored coat. For the not so cold days, leggings and a bad*ss leather jacket with sky high stiletto booties
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Changing up your interior decor for the winter helps to bring some warmth and coziness. Adding colorful accents that pop will bring in some fun and personality, and help you survive the cold winter. My winter survival kit each year always includes swapping out accessories, window treatments and pillows or adding throws, layering area rugs and bringing in lots of flowers and greenery.
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And of course the ever important Christmas decorating. I am sure I speak for everyone when I say that Christmas decor is a part of their winter survival kit. Spending time with family and friends, Christmas celebrations at church and throughout the community, volunteering and giving back to the community are also key things that help me survive the winter.
- And the biggest winter survival item is my birthday!!! Yes, I am a December birthday girl….the 12th to be exact! I’m gonna party like it’s 1999!!
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And finally, a list of random items that are dear to me and bring me comfort and warmth during the winter season. Vegetable soup and fruit salad always warms the heart. A nice bubble bath with candles all around is very nice every once in a while, a favorite scarf, favorite books and magazines for lazy Sunday afternoon reading, and luxurious body and hand creams to restore softness to my skin. Oh the joys of winter when you have a winter survival kit!
What are some of your winter must-haves? Tell me what’s in your winter survival kit. Share with me in the comments box below
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I love the idea of brights for winter decor – they’re a welcome bit of cheer in a drab season
absolutely Jo. Bold colors are happy colors!
I love all the things in your survival kit! I love to be warm and cozy, I love to read inside when it is cold outside, I love to eat comfort foods, and my birthday is in December too (17th) !
That’s Awesome Deanna! Happy soon to come burthday!
Well if it was up to my wife, the heat would be directly on her instead of the walls.. For me, i just like having the fireplace going.. makes the house nicer i think.
Yes, fireplaces do warm up a room. In Houston we rarely get to use them
Living in Tucson doesn’t make me think of a winter survival kit, although we can have periods of cold. Thanks for the new idea!!
Thanks Meli
Ahhhh Love the style!!.. Very cute outfit..
Makes me want to do a winter survival list.. I always need lotion and chapstick when it comes to winter.. I think I have a hoarder problem with those haha..
Haha! I am with clothes
Very great post. In Dallas, we are too get some snow maybe this week, so I will be sure to share your post!
Thank you Jim
I tell my clients the same when staging. The right colors can help sell a home.
Absolutely! That is so important
I feel you about the warm weather! California weather! I love your selections above..especially the gray coat and the blue velvet chair!
Thanks Dani!
Of course:) <3
Wouldn’t have thought to use bright colors during the winter. Which is why I’m not a interior designer but you are lol Winter for me is usually gloomy so I can see why putting bright colors would work very well. Love the clothing style too. very stylish
Thanks Marielle. Nobody likes drab winters, some bright colors will make all the difference in the world
I love your survival kit especially all those rocking clothes!! We love the month of December too. My son woke up on December 1st screaming with joy because it was finally here.
Haha! That’s funny! Thanks for your comment Irene!
I totally love your style and survival kit!
Thanks Stephanie
You have good taste in all things, add to that your lovely attitude and you got a great lady
Thanks Dov!
I wrote a comment earlier and I don’t see it so I am posting again.:) I love all of the styles above. My favorite are the gray dress and the blue velvet chair:)
Thanks Dani, I have noticed that a comment of yours went to my spam folder but I approved it
How weird….I hate it when that happens…:( Thanks for approving me:) lol
Happy Birthday! I miss reading your blog. great colors for December
Thanks you! I’ve missed you too
Loved reading the article, my survival kit must include a shovel as we get a lot of snow.
Lol. that’s a necessary item indeed