It seems like holiday planning comes earlier every year and 2020 is no exception. To get you ready for the holidays and get you in the mood join the Citadel Mall for their “Merry Little Shop & Stroll” this Saturday 11/14 from 11am – 2pm. They want to Make It Merry ASAP this year with a safe and fun day of merriment, and surprises to kick-off the holiday season. They are inviting guests to sign-up for the event in advance. Upon check-in all participants will receive a set of rules, a passport to get stamped to receive treats and surprises from their retailers and instructions on how to get a Make It Merry SWAG bag as they stroll through out the center. There will also be music, treats and activities along the way as well as opportunities to win and more!

Start at the food court and you’ll be greeted with a steel drum band and there will be a table set up to check in. Some of the offers are – Pick up your free Chick-fil-A ice dream cup and snap a selfie with the cow, LOFT- Take a Selfie with your favorite item in store, post, tag and follow #LoveLoft_Citadelmall on Instagram, plus a free tote bag with any purchase for Make It Merry Shoppers. Dillard’s – Visit the disinfecting station near the men’s department to get your passport stamped. Hokus Pokus- Come in for a hot cocoa and cookie!

Here’s some holiday decor and gift ideas to get you ready for the holiday season. Belk has the cutest ornaments and I had so much decorating my tree with a pastel theme. My outfit is from Dillard’s where they have tons of cocktail dresses and festive heels. Their shoe section is overwhelmingly good and they have the best sales.

Here’s some other gift ideas from the the Citadel Mall anyone would love to find under the Christmas tree or in their stockings.

A dazzling dozen of major minis: 12 of the Lipstick shades that made M·A·C famous — all dressed up for a kiss in colour-matched cases capped off with an extravaganza of holographic sparkle. This vault is ready to be the life of the party in a specially designed box ignited by firework flare.  Available at Belk.

What young lady wouldn’t want donut bath bombs and candy colored nail polishes? Available at Belk.

Stylish headphones for the kids and colorful socks for dad available at Belk.

Who knew the hottest accessory trend in 2020 would be a face mask? Be safe and stylish at the same time. I love this pack of 3 that are available at Dillard’s.

Artisanal soaps that are a work of art come in the prettiest of packages. Also, don’t forget the extensive selection of designer sunglasses at Dillard’s. They carry everything from Versace to Quay.

Loft has a few stocking stuffers for the stylish ladies out there. The 12 days of giving includes 12 different surprise accessories that you open the 12 days leading up to Christmas.

The Citadel Mall is also running an Instagram giveaway. Enter to WIN a $500 Shopping Spree ($100 gift card to each of these retailers: LOFT, Bath & Body Works, Journeys, Hibbett Sports & Claire’s) to Make it Merry this holiday season! To enter follow them on Instagram. Giveaway closes at 11:59pm on Wednesday, December 2.

Watch my Lowcountry Live segment on what to give this holiday season at The Citadel Mall and Make it Merry!