I never pay much attention to belts, but this one was tough to overlook. The etched, antiqued metal medallion looks so much classier than my I heart Elvis belt buckle, and the leather comes in dark brown or black.
I’m not quite over military-inspired fashion just yet, so I love this sleek, fitted jacket with the mandarin collar. And at this price, I’ll be ok if the trend only lasts for ten more minutes.
*On sale from $34.80.
Immediately go to the closet, collect the Elmo slippers your brother gave you for Christmas last year, and throw them in the nearest trashcan. (I just did.) This fabulous pair, complete with mini pom-poms, makes you feel elegant even if you’re rocking them in your snowman pjs while eating Ben and Jerry’s out of the carton.
*They’re on sale from $28.
If you don’t have time for any other makeup in the morning, swish this bad boy over your face to look like less of a zombie. It comes in three shades, and each one seems to even out skin tone and add just enough shimmer. The klutz-proof packaging is a huge bonus for those of us who aren’t blessed with grace.
Sleek and subtle, this aluminum case is a great little home for your business cards. It also works well for holding ID, a credit card, and some cash when you’re trying to keep things light. Plus you just look money whipping it out of your purse. And that’s certainly enough of a reason to fork over the 8 bills.
Please pardon the pun, but these are charming. The little danglies are a mix of vintage and new pieces, and they’re so delicate and fun. The best part (or worst, if you’re too slow) is that most of the maker’s offerings are one of a kind. So you’ve got to make your move, no procrastinating. (Wasn’t that your New Year’s resolution anyway?)
I could think of so many things, besides pencils, to store in these fun little bags. Like colored pencils. Kidding, but I do use them to keep my makeup brushes safe, or to keep things organized in my black hole of a purse.
This dress is just. . .pretty. I imagine wearing it with a cardigan, black tights, and boots, or with kitten heels and lots of beads. And you can’t beat $34.99 with a stick.
This international outfitter caters to Parisian girls (among so many others) so of course it’s tres chic. Offered in four colors (I love the brown one), this antiqued leather tote looks pulled together without looking stuffy. Also, the grommets are great and it comes with versatile straps - a set of short and a shoulder - so you can mix it up. Perfect for toting baguettes, even if you’re walking down Broadway.
When I lived in London, I visited Muji about as much as I went to see Les Mis. Which was all the time. Every time I popped in I left with armfulls of great finds, and it’s stuff I’m still using years later. (Mainly because the brand emphasizes simplicity…their products are streamlined and elegant.) Sadly, there is no Muji store in New York, but the MoMA sells a nice selction of the goods online.
