Disco Nights ClutchThis gold bag is a great little clutch for a holiday gathering or a New Year's bash. I like how the clasp is covered in rhinestones. It has a detachable chain strap and also comes in black or pewter.
$36.00, Rimistyle
BCBG Max Azria Puff Sleeve Tee
This top should win an award for prettiest t-shirt ever. I love the slightly out of control puff sleeves, the nice v-neck, and the form-fitting shape. You can also buy it in black or dark teal.
$58.00, Nordstrom
Pave Cabochon Earrings
I dig these gold-plated resin cabochon earrings, because they are colorful and fun but still look upscale. Plus, they remind me of one of my favorite video games, Katamari Damacy, in which the goal is to roll up everything--from paper clips to cats to people to buildings--into a weird giant ball. The earrings also come in turquoise.
$30.00, J. Crew
Linear Flowers Necklace
Hanging from this necklace's 18-inch chain is a two-inch cascade of delicate gold flowers (to me they look like lilies, violets, and blue bells). I love the way the metal flowers hang in a very organic way. This piece would look great over a sweater or with a simple black dress.
$48.00, Fossil
Lili Ruffle Top
Those of you who watch Project Runway can back me up on this: Rami Kashou is the contestant to beat. So far, I have coveted every outfit he has designed on the show. His designs are feminine and sexy, without being too skimpy. This plum rayon jersey top, also designed by Rami, is no exception, with its flattering cut, flutter sleeves, and gorgeous low back. You can find more of his garments for sale here.
On sale for $65.00, Maneater Threads
Mirrorball Flats
These ballet flats, covered in a cool criss-cross pattern of blue and purple sequins, add a colorful pop to your outfit, whether you're out clothes shopping or going out with friends. I think they'd look especially great with dark jeans. Plus, they are very comfortable, with leather soles.
$98.00, Anthropologie
Patterned Tool Set
Even if you laugh at the idea of building a bookcase by yourself or shutter at the thought of power tools, you'll still find use for some tools around the house, whether its hanging picture frames, replacing your shower head, or just trying to put on some really tight jeans. If you're secure enough in your femininity, this tool set covered in a pastel brocade pattern is pretty enough to display as decoration.
$69.00, Brocade Home
Urban Decay Urban Survival Set
About the size of a small notepad, this tiny kit has nearly everything you need to glam up on the go, including four awesome sparkly eye shadows, lip gloss, lip stain, a mini tube of mascara, and a small eyeliner. It's easy to pop into your luggage for trips or keep in your handbag for when you need to quickly transform from work schlub into hot date.
$42.00, Sephora
Geneva Satin Print Slippers
These shiny satin slippers are sleek enough to wear under your desk at work, and cozy enough to curl up on the couch in. They have elastic in the heel for a snug fit and come in a pretty satin bag.
On sale for $39.99, Banana Republic
Betsey Johnson Leather Lace Watch
This chunky watch from Betsey Johnson is an inch and a half wide and exudes her playful style. I like the combination of the stodgy roman numerals with a hip leather band covered in flirty lace. The watch band also comes in shiny gold leather.
$95.00, Urban Outfitters
Herringbone Shoes
These herringbone flats with padded leather soles are really comfy for walking the dog, wandering to the corner store, and running errands. Plus, for every pair you buy, the company donates a pair of shoes to a child in an impoverished country.
$48.00, TOMS Shoes
Missus Monogrammed Mugs
Drink your morning coffee out of one of these mugs, and you'll have the added bonus of letting everyone know what letter your name starts with. Each initial on one of these fancifully shaped mugs is embellished in a girly flourish, with flowers and/or birds and/or butterflies. Last time I checked, some of the letters were on back order. Anthropologie also sells some more masculine monogrammed mugs.
$6.00 each, Anthropologie
Sagaform Tapas Serving Bowl Set
A friend of mine and I love going for tapas, a variety of Spanish appetizers. I can never get enough Gambas Al Ajillo (shrimp with garlic and olive oil). Now you can serve tapas (or any other appetizers) at home with one of these cool trays. You can choose from either a 18- or 22-inch-long wooden tray with four porcelain bowls.
$29.99 or $49.99, Bed Bath & Beyond
Barefoot Contessa Breakfast Set
I recently learned that it’s actually not that hard to make pancakes from scratch, so long as you have a ton of flour and some baking powder sitting around. (Which I don’t.) If you want to go the easy route, try this cool set. It comes with Ina Garten’s pancake and waffle mix, a bottle of amber maple syrup, and a silicone spatula.
$26.95, Sur La Table
Recchiuti Holiday Motif Box
For a decadent holiday treat or a nice hostess gift, pick up this beautifully packaged box of eight chocolate truffles. The delicious sweets are decorated in fun holiday motifs and filled with my favorite--Recchiuti's burnt caramel. It's toasty and sweet.
$18.00, Recchiuti Confections
