holiday 2014: gift ideas for the fashion lover

for the fashion loving gals on your list, consider these fabulous gift ideas…

the blanket scarf is having a moment! any fashionista would love having multiple {because chances are she has one already}. you can find it in many patterns and price points {i just ordered this one on cyber monday, and it's still on sale!}.

a monogrammed necklace is timeless, personal and thoughtful.

a phone case with a playful image {can't go wrong with Kate Spade!}

to keep her organized, consider a new wallet  to house all of her important must-haves

and of course, i wouldn't be me if i didn't recommend some books. these three i recommend highly:

Fifty Dresses That Changed the World by Design Museum {the publisher has other list-centric reads to consider} includes images of dresses worn by Wallis Simpson, Jackie Kennedy, Twiggy and Cher and, of course, Princess Di. this fun volume shares fascinating appraisals of what gave the 50 most important garments their iconic status.

Grace: A Memoir by Grace Coddington, is the gorgeously insightful and overall enjoyable read that any fashion-loving reader would love. Grace is the creative director of american Vogue magazine and her influence is all over its pages. in the book she describes everything from her early career as a model to working with world-class photographers, fashion's best and most influential to her time at british Vogue and shares stories behind some of the most memorable photo shoots and editorials; of course, these's so much more! i listened to the audiobook {read by Grace herself} when it was first published back in 2012, and know it would be fab to have the hardcover.

Teen Vogue Handbook: An Insider's Guide to Careers in Fashion isn't a new title, but it has been updated with 90% new content, including info for our digital age. this book was sent to me, and it's an incredible resource! if you know your recipient is interested in any aspect of the fashion industry, from design to makeup to photography as well as hair, writing online, styling and PR, this book is fabulous. i've really enjoyed reading all the oodles of advice, features and great profiles of industry experts and the overall fact that it helps the reader to understand what each job requires.

what fashionable gifts are you planning to give this year? 

TeenVogue Handbook sent to me for review consideration; pics taken by me :)

Staying Warm with Cold Weather Accessories

southern california isn't know for super cold weather, but every so often, we experience cold weather that feels downright frosty (all of you who live where it snows, please understand, i'm cold when it's 50 degrees out).

don't get me wrong, i'm definitely not complaining. it was over a hundred degrees only a couple of months ago (i don't miss that at all)! i'm loving the fact that i can wear my coats everyday and my scarves, hats and gloves are getting used. not only to keep me warm, but as a way to pull my look together.

need some new cold-weather accessories? here are just a few (ok, more than a few, LOL) of my picks you might like...


xo

holiday gift idea: give the gift of warmth

giving clothing as a gift, like fragrance, can be a bit of a risk.

so, to play it safe, why not consider some stay-warm accessories? i have found that giving chic, classic items become some of the most appreciated gifts!



this beret and scarf from Forever 21 are each amazing gifts to give- no sizing involved!- and even if you give them together, it will cost you less than $15 after tax!



this ruffled scarf from The Gap combines the season's must-have accessory with one of the season's hottest textures.



a friend or family member with a more glamorous side would love this wrap from White House Black Market.



what girl wouldn't want cashmere? these Portolano black cashmere baby cable gloves that i found at bluefly.com are a luxurious way to pamper your loved one, and they come in a variety of colors...



...of course, a more trendy friend might appreciate a pair of fingerless gloves with sleeves to keep her arms warm, or a regular length pair that look just as hip.



fedoras are an essential item to have in your accessory collection and these are great looking year-round. they pull a preppy look together and give a feminie look a bit of masculine edge.

check out some other items i put together:



xo