throw-back.

jcrew holiday 2009

this year for my holiday decor, i stuck to icy white lights and glittering gold and amber ornaments. these old school jumbo red lights are so fun and refreshing though. they sort of remind me of how fun christmas used to be. have you decorated for the holidays yet? 

to: party girl

sequins, heals and fur make up the wardrobe of this girl about town. from an embellished cuff sure to stop the show to a cozy (and kitschy) dress for her morning recovery, this gift list will brighten the night of any wild child.

1. day birger et mikkelsen uptown sequined silk-chiffon dress

2. elizabeth and james faux-fur cocoon shrug

3. jimmy choo tube metallic fabric clutch

4. markus lupfer naughty jersey t-shirt dress

5. silver plated crystal cuff

6. miu miu leather cutout sandals

to: adventurer

an african safari or a hike to machu picchu would be first on the list of dream vacations for this adventure lover. to keep them properly equipped for their many thrills, a list below encompasses some stylish necessities sure to come in handy when braving the wild.

1. rebecca taylor faux fur gilet

2. sas suvival guide

3. aldo gaser ankle boot

4. diane von furstenberg sweetheart leggings

5. nixon the rubber player watch

6. feed bag

texture.

tis the season for the most decadent of attire to be unveiled. with each holiday season comes a host of festive holiday engagements requiring an update to that wardrobe of "something or others". i'm usually partial to simple sophisticated styles, this remains true come december. however, the very thought of a holiday party dress demands lush textures; satins, sequins, laces, velvets.... 

find below a list of noteworthy holiday scene stealers.

1. dolce and gabbana sequin sheath

2. markus lupfer sequin sailor dress

3. opening ceremony gathered front lace dress

4. burberry velvet drop waist

5. 3.1 phillip lim sequined t-shirt dress

6. yves saint laurent glitter sleeveless dress

to : culture junkie

the same old vintage bottle of wine or stylish accessory just isn't going to cut it for this one. always on top of every exhibit opening, upcoming concert, and the latest restaurant, the quirkier and more intellectually stimulating, the better. below is a list of some intriguing gifts certain to impress even the most difficult to stir.

1.bauhaus chessmen and board

2. year subscription to vanity fair

3. marc jacobs into the wild laptop case

4. new york city stamps

5. rosetta stone french language

6. tim burton post card set

to : world traveler

always on the go, for this girl form really does follow function but thats not to say that form is forgotten entirely. below are some gift ideas for the jet-setting friend. a cozy dress, a multi-functioning bag (the straps convert to multiple one-stop shop carryall solutions),  and a few more practical yet entirely styled options to ensure her many travels are as effortless as they are chic.  

1. halston stretch wool scarf dress

2. donna karan the eldridge 4 in 1 leather bag

3. smythson what's new panama notebook

4. elizabeth and james double layer cardigan

5. michael kors aviator sunglasses

6. wool and the gang peruvian wool snood kit

masquerade.

well red.

giambattista valli, gilles mendel, unknown

t.

t magazine's holiday issue recently came out and i cant stop admiring the incredible feature of taylor swift. i used to be less than a fan (until her hilarious episode of snl) but they did a wonderful job of re-interpreting her innocent all american persona to give just enough edge. there is such a sense of apathy contrasted by her over the top wardrobe and makeup, strangely capturing the quintessence of american culture. from the kitschy furniture to the highly teased pigtails its both unexpected and refreshing (not to mention she is entirely stunning). impressive.

t magazine