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As the holidays are are about to begin, my thoughts turn to the decorated windows at Bergdorf Goodman in NYC (always a winner for creativity), Christmas caroling with my family and neighbors (yes, we actually did that for several years) and reminiscing about the time my mom and I were "ladies of the court" in the Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC dancing along a float carrying Olympic skaters, Brian Botano and Katarina Witt. And, of course, filling my belly with plenty of pie!

Holidays On Ice by David Sedaris, $8 Amazon

David is one of my favorites and every year around the holidays I'm pulled back into re-reading this book of short stories. You could read it in an hour. If you haven't read this book or any of Sedaris' book, guaranteed you'll become a fan. If you're not a fan, then we obviously don't share the same sense of humor.  David Sedaris's beloved holiday collection is new again with six more pieces, including a never before published story. Along with such favorites as the diaries of a Macy's elf and the annals of two very competitive families, are Sedaris's tales of tardy trick-or-treaters ("Us and Them"); the difficulties of explaining the Easter Bunny to the French ("Jesus Shaves"); what to do when you've been locked out in a snowstorm ("Let It Snow"); the puzzling Christmas traditions of other nations ("Six to Eight Black Men"); what Halloween at the medical examiner's looks like ("The Monster Mash"); and a barnyard secret Santa scheme gone awry ("Cow and Turkey").

Lauren Scharf's Pick

Day Trip Darling Dress, $252 ModCloth

An adorable dress with a storybook ending! This dress, designed by Poppy London, is lined with the illustrated adventures of little girl Poppy and her playful pup Fred. The dress can be worn with the neckline shown for a vintage look, or flipped around for a v-neckline. Even cooler, each dress is shipped with a paperback book which tells the tale that's played out on the dress. What could be better than a dress that literally comes with it's own story!

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Christina Moffiitno's Pick

OPI 3 Piece Nail Polish set, $18 Amazon

I have a slight addiction with collecting nail polish and doing my own manicures. As soon as I saw these new OPI colors, I had to have them. The oxblood red is definitely what sold me. It comes as a set so you get to mix and match these great colors. The colors are so rich and perfect to wear at your next holiday party. I love that it comes as a box set so you can gift it for your Secret Santa or use them as a great stocking stuffer. 

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Christina Wright's Pick

Rockstar Pop-Color Cords, $35 Old Navy

These red corduroy skinnies from Old Navy are just what I need to make our family holiday photos "pop" this year. Plus you can't beat the price!! Typically, I am not a fan of corduroy (bad 80s flashbacks), but with the low rise and slim cut of these make corduroy cute again!

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Obviously, most of us were looking to step out in style for this week's Friday Favorites. Perhaps it's a nod to New York Fashion Week with so many chances to be seen on the street or at the shows.

So whether it's about dressing feet first or an adorably sweet dress from our cat lovin' blogger we hope you'll enjoy this week's top shopping picks.

Alison's Pick

Stella peep toe pump SoleSociety, $49.95 Stella peep toe pump

You'll be standing tall and stylish in these faux snake skin mustard hued heels. It's a pop of color with a flirty bow that will take any outfit up a notch.

Christina Wright's Pick

Cambridge Crossing Suede Wedges, Shop Ruge $70

I adore anything in the aqua/teal family, so these shoes from ruche are definitely on my radar!! I love the stylish wedge and cutout detail. They look absolutely perfect for moving into the fall season, but still giving you the fun pop of color!

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​Lauren's Pick

Imagine Me and Meow Dress $57.99 at ModCloth

Nevermind that Labor Day has come and gone. I'll wear my whites until I run outta bleach to wash them. If you know anything about me, you know I LOVE the cats, and this kitty adorned dress is too adorable to pass up for fall. It goes well with flats, or a black pair of boots for the season, and it's great to wear to work or dress up for a date (Imagine me and meow...).

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Christina Moffitino's Pick

Colaterl Leather Riding Boot, Steve Madden $110

I like summer, but I most definitley LOVE fall, partly because I have an obsession with boots and coats. These Steve Madden riding boots are haunting me in my sleep and are on my must-have list for fall fashion. The boots are all leather, so they'll last through the cold winter months and then some. I find it hard to find knee high boots because, frankly, they won't fit over my dancer calves. These are perfect because they have elastic around the top rim of the boot so it'll be a lot more comfortable as I'm stepping on all of the fallen crunchy leaves. 

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