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WELCOME TO THE HOLIDAY ISSUE Our Winter Issue takes you to upstate New York for our dreamy winter lookbook (page 9), back to the city streets of Manhattan for our first ever men’s winter lookbook (page 45) and our most indepth holiday content yet. We’re sharing new holiday sections like Team SAK’s Holiday Traditions and Recipes (page 97), 12 Days of Giving Back (page 104) and our personal favorite, “Ask Audree” Holiday Style Q&A (page 72) . We end the issue with our party dress lookbook—a Modern Gatsby Glam (page 119). Each page is directly shoppable, so just click an item and it will instantly link you to the item’s website to purchase. Holiday shopping done in a snap! Enjoy the issue!
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WELCOME TO THE ISSUE MASTERHEAD EDITOR’S LETTER SHOP PAGE WINTER LOOKBOOK WINTER TREND REPORT MEN’S WINTER LOOKBOOK ASK AUDREE THE HOLIDAY MUST-HAVES LIST HOLIDAY BEAUTY LOOKBOOK HOLIDAY HAIR LOOKBOOK SPENDING THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH TEAM SAK TEAM SAK HOLIDAY TRADITIONS 12 DAYS OF GIVING BACK THE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - FOR HER - FOR HIM - FOR THEM - UNDER $100 - UNDER $50 - UNDER $25 PARTY DRESS LOOKBOOK TEAM SAK’S 2020 RESOLUTIONS 2020 GOAL SHEET THANK YOU
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LETTER
oss on some sequins, feathers and glitter because it’s officially my favorite season of the year and I’m ready to celebrate the holidays! Welcome to the third issue of the Simply Audree Kate Edit.
It’s hard to believe that it has already been a year since we first launched the magazine. At the beginning of 2019, I sat down with a few close girlfriends to make mood boards, write down our goals, intentions and resolutions for the year. I chose the word ‘Thrive’—I wanted to grow my three businesses (check), launch my digital course and community, Fashion Fundamentals (check), hire a full-time employee (check!), move into my own apartment (check!!), travel to Spain (check - Hello Summer Edit!) and so much more. 2019 was more than just a celebrated checklist—this year was my most challenging, awarding and trying year in both my professional and personal life.
When I sat down to write my editor’s letter for the magazine and reflect on the past year, I couldn’t help but smile. It’s been one heck of a year, and I am beyond grateful and proud of my team at Audree Kate Studios who have helped us reach our goals this year, the wonderful creatives who have helped me create three Simply Audree Kate magazines and most of all—you. Thank you for your support over the past seven and a half years. Whether you were here on Day One with my DIY sewing tutorials and self-timer photos in my college dorm room, or you’re joining us today, thank you! I hope you stay awhile, flip through these pages and help us cheers to another amazing year!
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WINTER LOOKBOOK VIDEO We’re embracing this winter season with neutrals, mixed prints and lots of texture.
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Belt an oversized shirt jacket over a tulle skirt for a feminine utilitarian feel.
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This season is all about snakeskin and we’re elevating it in a trumpet dress with an oversized faux fur coat and stacked necklaces.
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Transition your favorite fall dress into winter by layering a peplum sweater with wide sleeves for a dramatic twist.
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Double down on layering dresses this season. Pair a printed smock dress under an opened solid shirt dress and over-the-knee boots. Wear the smock dress loose or cinched with a sophisticated metal belt.
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A deep floral print mixed with winter white makes for the perfect weekend getaway look.
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Hello mini! Layer your favorite mini dress with a belted plaid blazer, over-the-knee crocodile boots and an oversized puffer.
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Take a modern turn on the classic holiday party dress by layering it with tall boots, a tonal sweater and statement chandelier earrings.
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Become holiday party ready in seconds with a festive sports coat. Layer with a complimentary sweater and dress down with jeans and sneakers.
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Streetwear meets office with a utility jacket (don’t be afraid to button the top button) paired with loose slacks, sneakers and a tailored peacoat.
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We’re big fans of denim on denim on denim. Button up your denim jacket to act as a second shirt layer and toss on a shearling coat for the coldest winter days. The key to executing a sophisticated Canadian tuxedo is wearing different shades of denim—dark wash jacket, printed denim and lighter wash jeans.
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Make your accessories the MVPs of an outfit by sporting a bucket hat and our favorite shoe of the season—a wingtip boot.
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Say yes to a monochromatic colorful look. Opt for a colorful jacket and pair with a matching pant. Tie the pieces together with neutral under layers and sneakers.
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When in doubt, stick with one color. A monochromatic color scheme will instantly elevate your entire look, plus it takes the guessing out of putting together an outfit. Ditch the dress shirt and layer a matching sweater with your suit.
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A white tee and sneakers with a suit? You bet! A colorful suit is the perfect statement for a holiday party—so keep the rest simple with a tee and sneakers in the mix.
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Modernize the classic grey suit by ditching the tie and keeping the shirt buttoned all the way up.
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Welcome to ‘Ask Audree’ - our newest styling segment! Today I’m answering your biggest outfit questions about the holiday season. Let’s get started!
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It’s time to RSVP ‘yes’ to the ear party, because these long statement earrings will be the talk of all of your holiday adventures.
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When in doubt, start with the shoes. A great statement heel—we suggest a little feather number to help your holiday dressing seem less daunting and more fun!
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MICROBAGS
Never fear the micro bag. All you need for your holiday party are the essentials and these no-nonsense bags will do the trick.
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Timeless with a modern twist-we’re crushing on all things pearl this season.
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So long boring hair—these jeweled barrettes are the perfect plus one to any holiday occasion.
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EUPHORIA evergreen Step up the glam this season with a dark green eye and rhinestones.
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READYSETRED Don’t own colorful eyeshadow or eyeliner? No problem—double up your lip liner to add a little color to your top lid. This is perfect for the gal on-the-go or as a color trial before purchasing. (Though, not all lip liners will be safe for your waterline—many include ingredients that could irritate your eyes.) Focus on adding color to only the top of your lid in a line or smudge with your finger for a more natural eyeshadow-type look.
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CRIMPED Hello 80s glam! We’re swapping out our curls this holiday and amping up the volume (literally) with huge, crimped waves. Add some texturizing spray and you’re ready to hit the dance floor.
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BARRETTES In a rush to your holiday party? No problem. Just twist your hair into a low bun and stack on all— and we mean all—of the barrettes from your drawer.
STACKED HEADBANDS
We’re here for the headband trend, and why wear just one headband when you can wear them all? Stacking three or more headbands will create the ultimate statement ‘do.
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Add some glitter to a slicked back pony or eyelids (or even brows!) for an unexpected pop for our favorite holiday hair look.
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TWISTED PONYTAIL
This is not your average pony—fasten multiple small ponytails at the nape of your neck with clear elastics, twist hair around the small ponytails and twist pieces together and fasten for a simple but ohso-fancy updo.
PARTY DUTCH BRAID Add some glitzy accessories to your loosened dutch braid for a perfect party look.
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TEAM SAK HOLIDAY TRADITIONS During the holiday season my family spends most of our time in the kitchen. Every year we make tamales, menudo, fresh salsa, tortillas and of course, Christmas cookies. This is always my favorite part of the holidays because we all gather around the counter to cook, catch up with each other and play games at the dining table while the food cooks. Food is our family’s love language, and our favorite holiday dish is our homemade tamales. We invite friends over to help and it is a full-day production of preparation, cooking, eating (obviously!) and packaging them up for later and to give to friends. We have been making tamales every Christmas for as long as I can remember, and today I’m sharing our family recipe with you!
LÓPEZ FAMILY TAMALES (6 dozen)
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Boil meat about 4-5 hours—shred and cut meat into small pieces (save broth). In large pan heat oil and flour stir till browned. Add enchilada sauce simmer until thick like gravy. Stir in broth till watery, add meat, add minced garlic. Let simmer. MAZA
In large bowl put maza, baking powder, salt and shortening. Mix by hand add 4 large spoons of sauce to maza. Clean and soak husks in hot water until pliable. Then have some fun and assemble. Steam tamales 60 minutes or until done. (Can freeze uncooked and cooked)
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Lauren
My favorite and most recent holiday tradition is my family’s Holiday Cocktail Flight. My brother and I live far from home, so for the holidays, we like to participate in hands-on traditions with our parents. For the past few seasons, my family has gathered together in our kitchen to create our favorite holiday cocktails. We all make a different cocktail, and we create a flight or two. My mom usually cranks the holiday music and has National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation playing on the TV.
Joe Each year my family has the tradition to mix things up and try something new. Last year we decided to wear unexpected or never before seen clothing to dinner. My dad, who works at a school in Phoenix, brought home clothes from the costume department. This tradition is a fun way to lighten up and enjoy the holidays. We always follow up dinner with a bonfire and drinks!
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Although my family does classic holiday traditions as many others do, my favorite is going to a football game. My family always makes it a point to go to a Steelers game every holiday season! Some of my favorite memories were created during these times. I love getting to spend time with family and cheer on our favorite team!
Gwynn My family’s tradition is going to the movie theatre for an all-day movie marathon. We see four movies in one day, spend 8 hours at the theater, and wear our Game of Thrones-themed Christmas sweaters. We are all so busy—it’s the best time for us to do absolutely nothing together!
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MacKinley My family throws a big party every year to celebrate the holidays and my dad’s birthday, which is the week before Christmas. We have a very competitive cookie decorating contest, and I get to spend time with family and friends whom I don’t otherwise see during the year. The party really gets me in the holiday spirit—as if I’m not already in the spirit by September (yes, I listen to Christmas music that early, ok).
Ellie I’m Jewish, so our holiday traditions are a little different than most people’s. We decorate and celebrate Hanukkah by getting our menorah ready, making latkes and playing dreidel. We spend every night together, and it is my favorite time of year because I get to spend so much time with my loved ones!
Melissa My holiday tradition is decorating my Christmas tree with my family every year. Putting up the tree is an experience that allows us all to bond and prepare for the exciting month ahead. My family and I love to drink hot chocolate, wrap presents and listen to Christmas music once we have the tree up. It’s one of my favorite things about the winter season! 103
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12 DAYS OF GIVING BACK
This holiday season, our team is spending the 12 Days of Christmas a little differently —we’re doing 12 Days of Giving Back. Our team sat down earlier this month to discuss ways we can give back in our local community—from spending time at our local animal shelter, donating clothes to women and men’s shelters and participating in Salvation Army’s Angel Tree
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RETHINK THE WRAP: Did you know Americans create 25% more trash during the holidays? Christmas is the time for giving, and there are some easy steps you can take to make your Christmas gift wrapping recyclable. Bows with glue, ribbon and glitter are not recyclable, but plain paper is, and you can even leave the tape on. Reusable bags or wrapping in brown grocery bags are always a great option. Earth 911 is a great resource to help you find your nearest recycling center for a specific item. Just type in the material you want to recycle and your zip code! LEARN MORE HERE
ANIMAL SHELTERS: A fantastic way to give back this Holiday season is to volunteer at a local animal shelter! There are hundreds of loving dogs and cats that need homes during the winter, but even if you can’t adopt, volunteer at your local shelter to walk dogs, hang out with the animals or even donate money. LEARN MORE HERE
DRESS FOR SUCCESS: Since 1997, Dress for Success has helped more than a million women get back to work and achieve financial independence through different networks of support, development tools and professional clothing. There are several ways you can get involved with Dress for Success—donate clothing, volunteer and become a corporate partner. LEARN MORE HERE
SHOP SMALL: Instead of going to a large chain restaurant, coffee shop or clothing store this season, shop small and help your local business owners. Shopping small contributes to your local economy, job opportunities and so much more. There are over 30.2 million small businesses operating in the U.S. alone, so help out your neighbor, friend or local business and purchase their products/services this season. Small businesses are a big deal.
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ANGEL TREE DONATION & SALVATION ARMY: The Angel Tree program at the Salvation Army ensures that no child will feel forgotten by Santa around the holidays. The organization works with companies and donors to provide children with toys to wake up to on Christmas morning. There are two ways to participate: give joy through sponsoring a family this holiday season or help distribute the donations to the families in need. Find local opportunities to get involved here and get in the holiday spirit in the most heartwarming way!
CHARITY MILES: Need an incentive to exercise during the holidays and want to give back? Charity Miles is an app you can use to track your exercise, but you can also use those miles to earn money for your favorite charities. You create an account, choose your charity, and then get out there and go! You can walk, run, or bike. Every mile you hit, the more money your charity will get from the sponsorship pool that is created for Charity Miles. This app is available for free on iPhones and Androids, and its members have earned $2.5 million for charity. LEARN MORE HERE
TOYS FOR TOTS: The Marine Toys for Tots campaign holds local toy collections nationwide to provide kids with toys just in time for the holidays. Members of the community provide new, unwrapped toys to collection boxes held at local businesses. Toys will then be organized and managed by Toys for Tots coordinators to ensure that they are distributed to families in need. Look up your local collections box here or provide a donation amount here and help guarantee a good holiday for kids all around the nation!
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ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION: “Every 65 seconds someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s. This disease has affected several of my family members, including my grandmother. The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Learn more about Alzheimer’s Association and how you can join the fight here.” - Audree
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS: “NAMI stands for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and it is the leading mental health organization in the nation. NAMI helps provide people with mental illnesses an outlet for help and support while raising awareness about the stigma against mental health. I am incredibly passionate about this charity because I struggle with anxiety and want to help give everyone access to the resources they need to get better and cope with their mental health struggles. These resources have helped me to achieve a healthy peace of mind. NAMI helps everyone become more educated about mental health while supporting those who suffer through donations.” - Melissa, Social Media Intern
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THE ALS ASSOCIATION: “The ALS Association is a non-profit organization combating ALS on every front. The organization raises money for research and patient services, provides assistance for people with ALS through nationwide chapters, coordinates care through certified care centers and leads the way in global research. This organization is important to me because in April my grandma was diagnosed with ALS and passed away a few months later. When I first heard the news, the ALS Association was the first place I went to for information. It provided me hope and gave me a better understanding of the disease. Even though my grandma passed away, I’m still able to do my part by raising awareness and donating to the association. If you would like to support the ALS Association and those affected by ALS, click the link here.” - Lauren, Editorial and Stylist Assistant
AUTISM SPEAKS: “Autism Speaks promotes solutions for individuals and families across the spectrum through advocacy and support. They have been increasing research as well as collaborating with partners to expand a global understanding of Autism. They also advocate to increase early childhood screenings and ensuring access to reliable information for families and individuals in need. I am passionate about this organization because my brother has Autism, and he is one of my favorite people in the world. I firmly believe there is more to be done when it comes to an acceptance of the disorder on a global scale. This charity not only has increased the level of research, but it has helped create more conversation about Autism. To contribute to research and more sources for families in need, please visit here.” - Gwynn, Styling Intern
PREVENT CHILD ABUSE AMERICA: “PCAA, Prevent Child Abuse America, is an organization that strives to prevent child abuse and neglect in America. PCAA provides services like safety courses and child development information. They also advocate and push for policy change and improvement for childcare situations and child development. This organization helps children educate themselves and others, raise awareness and promote positive childhood experiences. I became connected with PCAA through my sorority, and since I’ve been an avid supporter.” - Ellie, Social Media Intern T H E H O L I D AY E D I T 2 0 1 9
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NYE LOOKBOOK VIDEO We’re ringing in the new 20’s with a modern Gatsby-inspired party with all the glitz and glam.
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LOOKONE
These asymmetrical sequin lines and hemline create a super flattering detail to this figure-skimming bodycon.
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A modern flapper dress with tonal fringe and sequins is the perfect way to dance your way into 2020.
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LOOKTHREE
We’ve never been much of a neutral fan...until we met this sequin fringe dress and teddy coat. Accessorize with pearls and champagne, of course.
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No sequin dress no problem—opt for a statement ruffle and add a little bling with a belt, shoes and accessories.
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LOOKFIVE
Our take on a black tie tuxedo. Stack up vintage-like watches and add feather heels.
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Sequins, satin and animal print is our favorite trio for a party. A satin robe and chunky sandal dress the sequin top and skirt down for a house party.
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LOOKSEVEN
A velvet robe will take your holiday mini to the next level. Keep accessories simple with an oversized pearl stud and strappy black sandal.
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LOOKEIGHT A little leopard moment. Mix and match gold sequins and leopard print for the ultimate party duo.
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LOOKNINE
A sequin dress and floral robe is an appropriate dessert dress code...at least in our opinion.
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TEAM SAK 2020
RESOLUTIONS “I will be doing a ‘3 in 30’ challenge for 2020 where I pick three new routines, habits or self-care practices each month. I want to add things like morning meditation, daily reading, no-screen/work days and even simple habits like Sunday meal prep or not hitting the snooze button.” - Audree “My New Year’s Resolution is to be more patient with myself and to get more comfortable being uncomfortable!” - Gwynn “In 2020, I want to focus on myself! This past year was crazy, and I put myself on the backburner. In the new year I want to make sure I dedicate enough time to loving myself! - Lauren “My New Year’s Resolution is to have more adventures! I would love to attend more concerts, spoken word and comedy events and maybe even save money to go on a trip somewhere new!” - Joe “I don’t usually make new year’s resolutions, but my intention for 2020 is to not let fear control my decisions so often. So here’s to not being a scaredy-cat next year.” - MacKinley “I want to try new experiences and focus on my mental health this year!” - Ellie “My New Year’s Resolution is to spend more quality time with family and friends! I also want to travel more this coming year and create amazing memories!” - Madi “I want to throw myself out of my comfort zone! I also want to prioritize my career and personal goals this year to maximize growth.” - Melissa T H E H O L I D AY E D I T 2 0 1 9
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2020 Goal Sheet WORD OF INTENTION: WHAT ”
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Thank You! Thank you for spending your holiday season with The Simply Audree Kate Edit. Cheers to the holiday season and see you in 2020! xo
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