Outfit details: Coat | Jeans | Boots | Bag | Sunglasses

1. Unique and interesting coats are my weakness because I love how they can become the entire outfit. This reversible cropped trench is one of the coolest styles I’ve seen in awhile. Great to wear into spring!

2. How chic is this fitted knit jacket with the ruffle collar?!! Great for the workplace too.

3. I have a filtered water pitcher at home that everyone uses but it’s never big enough and we have to refill it constantly. I ordered this larger one so we can get more uses out of it before having to refill!

4. There are so many great sales in the new year so I used one of my holiday gift cards to get this GORGEOUS cardigan that was recently marked down (40% off). Talk about a statement piece!

5. I ordered this game table for Miles for Christmas but it was delayed and arrived this week. While it does take a few hours to put together, I can confirm that it is AMAZING! Miles is 8 and it’s the perfect size for him and his friends to play on.

6. As a certified sock hater (only with shoes/boots, I like wearing them around the house), I want to share these Amazon socks again because they are one of the only socks I can stand to wear with boots and shoes.

7. Also, I had a dentist appointment yesterday and while I take great care of my teeth, they told me to get a water pick to help with gum health. So I ordered this one upon their recommendation so here’s hoping for the best gums of my life!

8. This handbag brand is getting tons of buzz right now and I’ve seen a ton of positive reviews of their bags. Additionally, nearly all the price points are $300!

9. I have so many pieces from Quince that I love and this plaid lined water resistant trench is the perfect transition coat going into Spring. And it’s $100!

10. This new watch from Heaven Mayhem is so gorgeous. I love the simple style and the slightly bejeweled face – a great everyday option. (use code: MAREE20 to save)

I used to get the worst seasonal depression during the cold winter months. I was miserable and felt unmotivated and sad until Spring. But over the past few years, I have completely reframed how I think about winter and the things I do during these months. And as a result, winter has now become my (second) favorite season of the entire year. I really leaned into slowing down and immersing myself in things that make me happy. November and December are the months of giving but I call January the “month of me”. I don’t focus on resolutions or a “fresh start” but rather allow myself to slow down and indulge in anything that brings me joy. I thought I would share the things I do that have really helped me enjoy this season in case you  may need some inspiration for yourself.

Things I Do To Get Through (and Enjoy) Winter

Lie in My Sauna Blanket

I use my Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket (discount code: MAREE15) all year long but it is a necessity in the dead of winter. It does so many amazing things for the body (read my full review here) and I love getting in it multiple times a week when it’s freezing outside. It gives me time to slow down and lie still which is something I don’t do very often but is so important during the winter.

Burn My Favorite Candles

I am a candle lover and burn them all year long. But especially in the winter, I stock up on my absolute favorite scent of all time and burn it nonstop. The scent is so comforting to me and instantly helps elevate my mood.

Drink All the Hot Beverages

I am a beverage gal and love to drink a variety of options throughout the day. I don’t drink any alcohol (and haven’t for nearly 10 years) but am constantly trying new drinks of all kinds. In the winter, I live for warm beverages throughout the day. I’ve been especially into this menopause tea (discount code: MAREE20) to help with my constant perimenopause symptoms as well as these bone broth packets for a bit of added protein (12g – 15g per packet!!). The bone broth packets are perfect to bring on the go and I sip on it while I’m out and about.

Live in Cozy Clothing

I am a matching pajama set aficionado at this point and have been collecting sets for nearly 10 years. I love getting dressed for bed and putting on a fresh new matching set on a cold winter night. In addition to that, I have tons of robes, fuzzy socks, slippers and cozy lounge sets that I wear around the house. I’m a homebody anyways but especially in the winter so I like to make my time at home as enjoyable as possible. And this includes indulging in clothing and accessories that make me feel cozy but also help to elevate my mood. I am someone who loves to dress up and feels better when I’m fully dressed. This also applies to what I wear at home so I really lean into wearing all the matching lounge sets and pajamas during this time of year.

Engage in Mind Numbing Hobbies

I have an anxious mind and struggle turning it off some days. To help with this, I love to do hobbies that allow me to turn my brain completely off in order to focus on the task at hand. My favorite mind numbing activity is doing puzzles. I have a favorite puzzle brand/puzzle artist and own so many of her puzzles that I rotate between. I also purchased a puzzle board that I can move around the house so I can do my puzzles anywhere.

Listen to Audiobooks

Reading books is something I have enjoyed since I was a kid though I don’t truly have the time or attention span to get through one these days. Because of this, I have been listening to audiobooks for the past 8 years and it’s been life changing! I now get through 6-8 books a month and love being able to get lost in the telling of a story.

Add a Bit of Self Tanner

When I’m really feeling the winter uglies, I will pull out my favorite in shower moisturizer that is also a self tanner. It’s incredibly easy to use and gives me just a touch of color to make me feel less ghoulish. LOL

Tons of Extensive Skincare Routines

I already love a long and involved skincare routine but in the winter I really go all out. I will pamper myself from the top of my head to the bottom of my feet. Ha! I indulge in a daily skincare routine, regular body care treatments, hair masks, longer oral care routines – you name it, I’m doing it all.