And, finally, here it is!
Cue the bugles!!!
The long awaited Cote de Texas’ Bestie Christmas List is finally finished. This tradition started a few years ago after I published my first Christmas List and my Bestie told me she had her own list of favorite gifts, an even better list!!! And so, it became a sort of tongue-in-cheek contest – whose list was better? We’ve never really gotten an answer from anyone and it always ends up with us deciding ourselves whose list was more appealing. Although this year, we swore to take the competition out of it and just enjoy the spirit of the season!
Honestly…I feel that way, drained from the news and the world. No competition. I just want us all to get along again without political firestorms and arguments over vaccines and masks. And can we finally, once and for all, just get rid of that damned Covid this year?
I’m hoping that 2022 will bring safety back to our streets and homes and online shopping won’t be just an outlet to avoid scary malls.
And on a lighter note, maybe even the British Royals will forgive and forget and reconcile this year??? No? That’s asking too much?
Finally, from us both, we wish you all – everyone – a healthy and very happy and peaceful Christmas and New Years and 2022!!!
And now, the Bestie’s Christmas List for 2021 – enjoy!
From OKA, an extra large Oriental tray, shown below, lies on the ottoman:
Large tray - chinoiserie painted on iron. HERE
For the prettiest Christmas table, a Juliska pitcher.
Spode cake plate. Wonderful gift for friends or yourself. HERE
For the Grand millennium, white scalloped serving bowl sets
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This is a great gift for the person who does the grilling in the family. HERE
Extra virgin oil olive jar HERE
For the professional Scrabble Family:
It’s not Christmas without a jigsaw puzzle. This one is a beauty. HERE
Everything you need to make wonderful hot chocolate on Christmas HERE
But, if you want to go smaller and less expensive, pick your own variety:
THIS IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL GIFT HERE
The perfect Air Fryer HERE
Such a pretty coffee maker in white! HERE
Isn’t this beautiful? A vase on a stand. HERE
Vintage looking storage basket for towels or plants or whatever you want! HERE
These baskets hold files! So chic for the office!! HERE
These beautiful French Anduze pots come in yellow too. HERE
I love this set of monogrammed soaps as a hostess gift or a holiday present. HERE
Classic Barbour umbrella – who doesn’t need a new one? HERE
A belt with a bit of fashion. HERE
Aspinal from Harrods. No worries, they take PayPal. I just bought something from Harrods and it was here in a flash. Aspinal makes classic beauties. If you don’t care for this particular style, look around at their other ones.
Isn’t this the cutest?! Velvet purse. Comes in hot pink and red, too! LOVE! HERE
Frame purse in brown leather HERE
A dressed up denim jacket. HERE
Instead of jeans, wear green cords! Cords are really, really popular. I could not find any that weren’t sold out. Hope this supply lasts. HERE
Chrsysocolla—HERE
A Mirta bag. I bought one and the quality is phenomenal especially for its price. HERE
Copper colored
A Mirta bag. Love. HERE
The most in demand Tory Burch purse. It’s out of stock everywhere, but I found it here. HERE
Belted sweater. So cute! HERE
Cotton Cashmere suit HERE
This is a staple in any wardrobe. Cotton Cashmere HERE
Love the length of this white or black shirt. HERE
Cutest line Alice & Olivia HERE
For New Years? Or Christmas eve. Sequins are so in demand this season. Sequined clothes are sold out everywhere. HERE
COMES IN ALL COLORS HERE
Pussy bow denim HERE
Also comes in all colors. HERE
Cute blue trim, trendy green. HERE
In red, navy and gold HERE
Kaftan – so pretty!! I want to get this to wear to my cousin’s wedding reception.
Sequins is the look this season!!
Skirt comes in different colors.
Darling! Comes in black, white, or red!! HERE
Comes in white & black HERE
Comes in different colors – so cute instead of a dress or skirt.
Seersucker peplum shirt. Comes in Plus Size too HERE
Sequins! They are sold out everywhere!!! I searched to find some pieces that weren’t sold out.
Feather jacket comes in midnight blue or black HERE
Faux lamb fur. TO DIE FOR!!!!! HERE
J Crew vest
ALICE AND OLIVE COAT HERE
SET OF FIVE SILVER RINGS HERE
Crystal bracelet HERE
Very delicate pearl and gold lariat. HERE
Ippolita HERE
So dainty and feminine. HERE
For the little girl in pink. For boys in gray. HERE
For a future architect or engineer or homemaker!!! HERE
Miracles do happen. Just a few years ago, these two really liked each other. Look at those smiles. Maybe the Royal family will reconcile after all.
Here’s hoping we can all reconcile and put away our differences once and for all.
Here’s to a wonderful 2022!!