Monday, December 6, 2010

Holiday Gift Guide - for the ladies

Men are impossible to shop for. Us ladies are a different story. But for those of you who still need a little help in the gift giving department, here are some great ideas for the girls in your life...
A girl can never have too many scarves. They are the perfect accessory. I'm loving this one from plainMADE - it looks like a knit but is actually a screenprinted mesh pattern. Genius! Tie it around your neck or the handle of a bag.
Tocca Eau de Parfum Viaggio. It's so hard to pick just one of Tocca's lovely scents, so why not sample three?

The Tsunami Rain Boots from Steve Madden are AWESOME. The buckle detail and contrasting color zipper in the back are so chic, while they remain practical for those wet winter days. These are definitely on my wish list this year! I especially love the green and navy colors.
The Capetown Isabelle Clutch from Cole Haan is the perfect evening bag. Can be dressed up for a holiday cocktail party or worn with a more casual outfit for a relaxed dinner out. The poppy gold snakeskin goes with everything and the hardware (love the chain strap!) is classic and polished.



A classic ladies watch never goes out of fashion and Michael Kors has some stylish options that won't break the bank. I'm coveting the tortoise and gold chain versions. 




A sequined or beaded jacket - the perfect dose of sparkle for New Year's Eve and a great piece that will add a little glam to any neutral winter outfit or even jeans and a plain tank. Something every girl wants but may not necessarily buy for herself. These options from Velvet by Graham & SpencerFrench ConnectionAidan Mattox, and Club Monaco are fabulous choices.


Whether she is a lover of the classics or collects books for visual appeal, the Penguin Classics are gorgeous editions of the world's favorite books. Each version features a beautiful graphic pattern on linen cover by artist Coralie Bickford-Smith. Present her with her favorite book of all time or buy them all. What a lovely addition to a library.
Santa, PULEASE let me find these super cool J.Crew convertible jeweled gloves under the tree on Christmas morning! I'm begging you. (Also available without crystals, but c'mon - crystals are always better.)

For the girl whose closet already rivals a department store, these Loomed bowls and Ikat mini bowls  from Anthropologie punch up any kitchen cabinet and add some flare to the standard white everyday dinnerware.








 Speaking of Anthropologie, for my birthday, my best friend gave me one of their aprons. It's not something I would have ever bought for myself, but I absolutely adore it! Anthropologie has so many cute ones - I want them all! Pair with a cookbook from Williams-Sonoma and voila! The perfect thoughtful gift.
This ice cluster bib necklace from Madewell is a unique statement piece. A little edgy, a little sparkly, a lot of gorgeousness. 



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