Christmas Pictures

     Merry Early Christmas! We took these pictures a few weeks ago and while we have been enjoying some 80 degree days, this day was freezing cold! My hands and feet were completely numb by the time we finished taking pictures in uptown Charlotte. I'm so glad it's finally getting a little cooler because it actually is starting to feel like Christmas.
     We decided to do something a little different this year for our family photos. My wonderful mama braved the cold and took these pictures for us. It was perfect because we got to experiment with some ideas and we got to "play" in uptown Charlotte. To top it all off, our Christmas cards are ordered! We were earlier than normal this year so Evan and I had a little high five celebration. (No RUSH shipping! Yippee)
    Christmas is such a beautiful time of year. I enjoy the lights, the comfort of home, and making memories with our loved ones. This year I actually watched Miracle on 34th Street which is something I say I'm going to do every year but never get around to. I must say it was a wonderful movie and it proved to me why it stands the test of time. I might have secretly loved the legal arguments of "why Santa is real."
    Besides taking our annual Christmas pictures, I have a few favorite traditions. I love making a huge bowl of Chex Mix and sitting down to watch some of our favorite movies like Elf, Home Alone, and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Also, one night every year (usually in our PJ's or sweatpants), we ride through all the neighborhoods looking at everyone's Christmas decorations. We have the best time jamming out to Christmas music and driving around. The dogs love it too. I would be doing a huge disservice if I didn't mention shopping. Christmas shopping is a tradition. I LOVE to go Christmas shopping with my mom. We listen to Christmas music, grab a Starbucks, and shop all day. It's one of my favorite traditions from childhood. We would spend all day shopping at the mall and gazing at all of the decorations. My favorite of all traditions is that every Christmas eve I pick one gift under the tree and open it. I've done that as long as I can remember. When I was little it was probably a sneaky way of me getting a present a little early. However, the traditions survives. It's a fun teaser for the following morning!
   I'd love to hear about your favorite traditions on my instagram (@themeganwhite) or below! Enjoy this wonderful season and remember the true meaning of Christmas, Jesus Christ!

Megan: [Dress]: Belk, [Leopard Jacket]: Gift, [Shoes]: Halogen, [Earrings]: Kendra Scott, 

Evan: [Dress Shirt]: J Crew, [Pants]: Belk, [Jacket]: Jos. A. Bank, [Dress Shoes]: Steve Madden

Gift Guide for your Gent

I'm really excited about this post; like more than usual. I love buying gifts for other people. I love it way more than receiving a gift! After polling a few readers, it looks like we are all interested in what to get our guy. I think it is so hard because guy's never really "want anything". Evan and I have this conversation at every birthday and major holiday. Evan says I'm a great gift-giver so maybe I can help you too this year!

(1) Bath and Body Works Cologne: Every guy slowly dies every time we walk into Bath and Body Works to smell a pumpkin scented candle or to grab the lilac scented soap. However, Bath and Body's new men's collection is on point. Even hubby said so. The fragrance of this cologne is so refreshing. You can even add to this and get the two in one body and hair wash. My favorite is the Whitewater scent. This is a cute stocking stuffer for guys, as well.

(2) Happy Socks: These are always a stocking stuffer in the White House. Guys love the crazy sock trend that us girls had back in 7th grade! These are a fun way to add some of your guy's personality to the suit and tie look. Happy Socks has so many styles that I'm sure you will find something he loves. I personally love the "lucky" socks because of the bright colors that aren't too over powering. These socks are durable too if you have a guy who rips through socks like you do tights.... (Raising my hand over here).

(3) Wood Watch: Evan saw a wood watch while we were in Hawaii and loved it. So for his birthday, he got a wood watch from Tree Hut. The watches are so light and perfect for the working man. The watch adds a touch of sophistication to any look. One of the cool features is that you can get the watch engraved with something special like initials, a date, or a special message. Tree Hut offers men's and women's watches. I'm secretly wanting one for myself!

(4) UnTUCKit Shirt: This is currently on my hubby's Christmas list. I'm sure you've seen the ad's on television this year. I didn't think too much about it until Evan was like... "that is so cool. I hate when my shirt is too long and it looks awkward hanging out." I'm over here thinking if my shirt is too long that means I can wear leggings with it (hahahaha). I do know what he means though. These shirts are the perfect length for a relaxed look. These shirts would be great for a dinner date or day trip. The one I picked is on sale too!

(5) Record Player: If your guy loves music this is the gift for you! Record players have made such a come back. Urban Outfitters offers so many new albums from country, rock, or rap. You can find something your guys loves to listen too. Also, this is kind of a dual gift because umm... they sell Taylor Swift's album there too. But seriously, if your guy loves music as much as mine does... this will be a huge hit! Especially for the guy who has everything.

(6) Puma Athletic Pants: Every guy needs athletic pants regardless if they are a religious gym goer or the once of month gym guy. Athletic pants are nice to wear around the house, doing yard work, taking a walk, or playing football with the guys. Evan ordered two pairs of these for a recent trip and has wore them every single day when he gets home from work. Puma is a good brand with durable clothing. The best part, these pants are on sale! Whoo hoo!

(7) Rogue Lawyer: For the book lover, this is your gift. John Grisham is a hero in our household. My husband and father-in-law love the John Grisham books. If your guy travels a lot, consider a book on tape for him. A lot of guys really love to listen on their way to work or sitting in traffic.

(8) Ted Baker Bracelet: This is a fun stocking stuffer that pretty much all guys love. The leather bracelet is durable and a great look on guys. I like this style because of the double leather strap and it's small. It's not a huge statement. Especially because guys tend to like a simpler look than us girls do. It's small but still makes a nice statement.

(9) Nike Running Shoes: Shoes at the White House do not last long. I'm not sure how we burn through tennis shoes like we do, but we do! I feel like every holiday I'm buying a pair of sneakers for someone. So if your guy needs some new shoes, these Nike's are perfect. I actually have the female version of this shoe and love them. They are great to wear out for a casual date or trip around the mall. I like the gray too because it goes with everything. While the neon green and red shoes are cool, the gray is a classic piece to add to your guy's collection.

(10) Duffel Bag: Guys need travel bags!! Evan went to Germany for 10 days and lived out of a book bag. I kid you not. He still uses a North Face book bag to travel. (While I'm over here carrying 90 bags-- that's probably why he uses a book bag). So we are working on some travel bags for the hubby. Evan and I both love Herschel's style bag because they have a manly yet professional look. If your guy travels a lot for work or just to visit family, this is a must have. This particular bag is on sale too!

I hope this helps all of you lovely ladies in finding some great gifts for your guy! Our guys deserve some extra special love this holiday season. I am so thankful for my husband and can't wait for him to open those gifts under the tree this year!

Fall Picnic

       As I write this, I'm curled up on the couch watching Breakfast at Tiffany's. No picnic for me but rather a nasty cold. I've been battling it for a few days now. Luckily this shoot was this past weekend when I was feeling much healthier. I do want to share a few things I'm really obsessing over and that are helping me cope with my sickness.
    The first is my Rocksbox. I saw so many bloggers using Rocksbox. Rocksbox allows you to receive three pieces of name-brand jewelry including Kendra Scott, Slate, and House of Harlow. The box is delivered right to your door. You can wear the pieces for a month and return them. You also have the option to buy them if you fall in love with them (at a discounted price I might add). I love that I can try out pieces that I am sometimes not willing to splurge on. I can see how the pieces work with my clothes and other accessories. If I decide I don't want the pieces, I ship them back free of charge. I enjoy that I can update my Wishlist so that I get pieces I specifically want to try out. All of my items from this month's box came from my wishlist. The box costs $19 a month. However, with code: MeganWBFF22 you can get your first month's box FREE!! This is seriously a great way to get the chance to wear Kendra Scott and other pieces for a much cheaper price tag!
   My second obsession is the little booties I've been wearing non-stop. I wear them to church, for errands, and working. Ya'll know I love comfort. These shoes are made by Dr. Shoals and honestly, the quality is amazing. My mom tried them on once and has been begging to go buy some for herself for Fall and Winter. They come in several colors but i particularly love the gray just because I can wear them with pretty much my entire fall and winter wardrobe. I've never been so thankful I bought a pair of shoes. If you want to look chic but not dying in heels... consider these beauties. You won't regret it.
   Finally, the latest thing that has been helping me recover from this cold.... the new Netflix documentary, The Crown. Evan and I have become addicted to it. So far there is only one season but I have a feeling there will be more! The show covers Queen Elizabeth's reign from the very start. It shares her personal and political struggles that she faced along with her husband, Prince Philip. I'm a huge lover of the British royalty so I'm addicted. However, I don't think you have to be a huge royalty fan to enjoy the episodes. We are just about half way through the first season and will likely finish it over the weekend.
    Hopefully I get over this nasty cold because I have a big weekend planned! Enjoy your weekend and be sure to try out my current obsessions to brighten your day!

[Sweater]: Banana Republic, [Pants]: Just Black, [Necklaces and Earrings]: RocksBox, [Shoes]: Dr. Shoals, [Blanket}: Pottery Barn