Christmas Entertaining Guide: Festive Menu, Decor, and Hosting Tips

I’m thrilled to share that I collaborated with one of my favorite women in Hollywood, Reese Witherspoon, and her brand Draper James. Though I was raised in California, friends from the South often joke that I’m “secretly Southern” because I’m naturally warm and cheery. I’ve always felt like a Southern girl at heart, and this partnership felt like a perfect fit—especially since entertaining and recipe creation are passions of mine.

Reese’s aesthetic is beautiful and timeless; the Draper James collection has such charm, and I’m excited for you to see it. We spent time styling holiday scenes and cooking up ideas together, and the results are joyful and inviting. Head over to Reese’s blog for more photos and a fun Q&A about our work together. We’re already brainstorming new projects for the year ahead, so stay tuned for more collaborations in 2018.

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One simple favorite detail from the shoot was adding gingham ribbon to the top of the Christmas tree—it felt classic and sweet.

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After a busy week of styling and filming, I’m ready for a quiet evening of Hallmark Christmas movies—and of course, eggnog. It was such a fun collaboration, and I can’t wait to share what’s next.