S A I L O R’ S H O L I D A Y G U I D E 2 0 1 5

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Hello there—

Hope you’re in a holly jolly mood this holiday season. I know that the holidays can be everything but easy,

and that is why I’m here. To be your own special Santa Claus. Here is your master guide to gift-giving, travel

tips, holiday parties, the sartorial essentials for every occasion that pop on your calendar… the list goes on.

Along with Sailor’s Holiday Guide, I’ll be sharing plenty more on the site (like giveaways!) and through a

special newsletter that will be launching next week.

I look forward to sharing this holiday season with you all. Like always, thank you for supporting Sailing the

Sea of Style and allowing me to create my vision.

Merry merry.

- Sloane

Bag: Angela Roi, Sweater: LL Bean

Skirt: Asos, Tights: Wolfram, Boots: Asos

Scarf: Madewell, Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Sailor Does Staples: Holiday Edition ……………………………………………… 7

Gift-Guiding ………………………………………………………………………… 10

Sloane’s List…………………………………………………………………………… 16

A Merry (Vegan) Christmas………………………………………………………….. 17

Holiday Travel Tips…………………………………………………………………… 26

Sailor’s Golden Rules…………………………………………………………………. 27

T W E L V E S A I L O R S T A P L E Son the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me…

… a silky blouse

who: Realisation Par

now: velvet or flare denim

later: white cutoffs and slides

when: Holiday party … baby bling

who: Shashi

now: everyday

later: everyday

when: Thanksgiving

to shock the family

with your killer style

… weekenderwho: Herschel

now: Vermont

later: Cape Cod

when: long weekend

… dynamic duo

who: UGG & Steve Madden

now: inside by the fire, inside on the dance floor

later: inside with the A.C., inside on the dance floor

when: the minute your feet start hurting & the 1st holiday par-tay

… tartan scarf

who: Polo RL

now: matches every piece in

your closet

later: Christmas in July

when: do you need an

occasion?

… marron clutchwho: BCBG

now: L.B.D. / leather / suede

later: people might thing you’re

seasonally confused

when: NYE

… that ONE dresswho: Needle & Thread

now: sass & class

later: more sass & class

(plus, maybe a tan?)

when: ASAP…red lip & shimmery

cheeks

who: NARS & Becca

now: pale & slick hair

later: tan & loose braids

when: under the

moonlight

who: T by Alexander Wang

now: red sweater & booties

later: white & chucks

when: Holiday get-together

who: LL Bean

now: Barbour

later: white

when: outdoor

adventures

…fisherman knit

…leather skirt

F O R Y O U

T H E B O Y S C L U B

M O T H E R S

SAILOR TIP: Print a bunch of Instagram photos & tie them up in something pretty for the perfect personal gift.

B E A U T Y B A B E

G Y M B U N N Y

H O S T E S S

S L O A N E’ S L I S T

A V E R Y M E R R Y (V E G A N) C H R I S T M A S

P E P P E R M I N T M O C H A

- instant coffee - milk of choice (almond, coconut,

soy) - dark cocoa powder - peppermint extract - powdered cinnamon

I. Heat water (don’t boil) until very hot

II. Add instant coffee to water (play around with how much as it depends on how coffee-y you like it)

III. Simmer until consistent IV. Add milk and cocoa powder to

coffee. Stir V. Drop in peppermint extract and

stir. VI. Pour into mug and top with

cinnamon

P U M P K I N P A N C A K E S

I. Blend oats, banana, almond milk, pumpkin, and cinnamon until smooth | At the same time, heat the pan

II. Pour batter into pan in the shape of small circles (optional: add any other toppings now)

III.Cook until you see bubbles or the edges are golden brown, then flip

- 2 packs of instant oats - 1 cup of almond milk - 1 banana - 1 tablespoon of pumpkin - 1 tablespoon of coconut

sugar - Dash of cinnamon - Handful of vegan chocolate

chips

C H R I S T M A S K A L E S A L A D

I. Wash kale in a salad spinner or in the sink

II. Add goji berries, cranberries, pomegranates, raspberries, flaxseeds, and almonds into bowl with kale

III. In a separate dish, mix 1/3 lime juice, 1/3 balsamic vinegar, and 1/3 walnut oil to create the dressing

IV. Add the dressing to the salad and toss. Top with pepper

- 1 cup raspberries - 1/3 cup dried goji berries - 1/4 cup pomegranates - 1 tablespoon brown flaxseed - 1/3 cup Spanish almonds - 1 large container of baby

kale - 1 tablespoon lime juice,

balsamic vinegar, & walnut oil

- black pepper

C O C O A & P B ’N I C E C R E A M

I. Freeze two ripe bananas overnight (or at least 12 hours)

II. In a blender, add the bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate protein powder

III.Blend mixture until smooth “ice cream” like consistency

IV. Top with preferred toppings (choc. chips, goji berries, chia seeds)

- 2 ripe bananas - 1 serving chocolate protein

powder - 1 tablespoon peanut butter - goji berries - vegan chocolate chips - chia seeds - optional: coconut sugar to

sweeten

H A N D L I N G H O L I D A Y

T R A V E L 101

- Check Expedia and other travel sites for hotel deals - Use your airline points and miles to score major discounts - Get to the airport early >>> especially if you’re flying out between the

24th-26th of December - Always plan and prepare for weather delays - Pack layers for holiday travel - If you are bringing presents to family or friends, ship them out in

advance or carry them on >>> don't check them!

SAILOR’S GOLDEN RULES OF THE

HOLIDAYS

I. Never wear heels to & from the party. You’ll be thanking yourself later (instead of moaning “beauty is pain”)

II. Don’t “Griswold” your house.

III. Take the Ugly *Funny* Christmas Sweater game seriously.

IV. Decorating the tree with balance and design is an art and task.

V. The Beach Boys and Home Alone 2 Christmas albums are #1.

I originally had this page planned to be closing remarks for my holiday guide. As much as I love the festive season, presents, parties, etc… may we always remember to treat each other with kindness and respect. With the recent acts of terror and violence in the world, let

us remember the true meaning of the holiday season. Enjoy and cherish each moment spent with loved ones and new friends. Give

back to those in need or even give someone a smile. I promise you it will make a difference, even if you don’t think so.

I wish you a jolly and festive holiday season. Like always, thank you so much for reading and supporting my blog- it means the world

to me. I love what I do and cannot wait to share more with you. Thank you to my friends and family- I love you all.

As always-

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs. Graphics by Sloane Kratzman

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