Like it or not, Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us, so it’s time to start getting in the mood. As seen on the cover of WWD, sheer black tights in floral, lace, and polka dot patterns are sexing up legwear for evening. They’re more fashionable – and more practical – than bare legs, so you [...]

Remember books? You know, those things you had to lug home from the library and read page by page. You may not have very many leather-bound hardcover books lying around anymore, but now you can have the nerdy caché of carrying around a vintage tome – all whilst protecting a Mac laptop.

The BookBook Laptop Case [...]

Though different varieties of sunglasses have been on the fashion forefront in the past couple years–Ray Ban Wayfarers in particular–the most stylish ones have one thing in common: they’re all unisex. Building on the popularity of the Barton Perriera for Albert Maysles glasses at Barneys is this collection of unisex sunglasses by New Zealand-based designer [...]

If you can bear to think of bikinis at this time of year – or if you’re lucky enough to escape the cold – some choice retro swimsuits have just appeared at Anthropologie. By designers like Vix, Seafolly, Lenny, Don Marysia and Salinas, this ’40s to ’60s-style swimwear is almost universally flattering and really makes [...]

Unfortunately, it takes more than a cute pair of earmuffs to get through a New York winter. Bundle up but still look cool with these cold weather essentials: hats, scarves, boots and coats that are as functional as they are fashionable. We found the top-of-the-line picks – and some cheap chic substitutes – to get [...]

If you haven’t shopped yet for the fashionista in your life, fret not: Rachel Zoe Fedexes entire suitcases to Europe overnight. Contrary to popular belief, fashionistas are easy to shop for – we all want the same things – yay! But these things, usually designed by Miuccia, Alexander, and Karl, can be quite expensive – [...]

Anyone whose extra-curricular interest borders on unhinged obsession is hard to shop for, whether that interest is golf, video games or Louboutins. Food lovers are no exception. First, divide them into three groups: the cooks, the eaters who who wish they cooked more, and the eaters who don’t cook. (Plus a  splinter group: the wine [...]

Glitter and glam are a must for the holidays, but wearing open-toe sandals in sub-freezing weather is challenging at best, ridiculous-looking at worst. The solution: these Cocoeve Glitter Pumps ($88), found through Kaboodle, will add zing to any outfit, and you can wear them with tights. Warmth + fashion = holiday joy.

Cocoeve Glitter Pumps, $88 [...]

It’s always nice to have greenery around the house during the holidays, especially if you’re entertaining and need to make things look vaguely cheerful. But the cost can really add up with so many floral arrangements going for $80 and up. Time to get to know a secret hostess weapon: the floral department at Whole [...]

Don’t pout, procrastinators: It’s not too late to find the perfect cocktail dress for the holidays. There are still plenty of covetable frocks at stores like Bloomingdale’s and Pixie Market and sites like Net-a-Porter, which offers same-day delivery in New York.  We found 23 of the best party dresses across key trends like sequined boho [...]