Whim Cashmere Cardigan

This cozy cardigan is satisfying my early-morning shopping fix. 

Love the oversized buttons, the floppy collar, and the fitted shape!

$219 at Bluefly.

January 4th, 2006

For the do it yourselfer | Ready Made How To Make (Almost) Everything

This book is the Bible for the crafty, stylish do-it-yourselfer.

Featuring projects like a CD-cover wall mural, a lamp cozy made out of sweater remnants, and a phone book coffee table, this Ready Made guide is full of cool ideas for the young (at heart) urbanite.  If you love Ready Made magazine, you’ll Adore this book!

$16.50 at Amazon.

December 26th, 2005

For the ever-lender | Personal Library Kit

Ever lend out a book to a friend, only to have it disappear into a black hole, never to be seen again?

Knock Knock’s Personal Library Kit is the perfect antidote.  You can easily keep track of where each of your books is, and the handy-dandy "Return Date" is a polite reminder to the borrower to give you back your stuff.

Problem solved!

$24.95 at Knock Knock.

December 23rd, 2005

For Your (Sorority) Sister | Boat and Tote

Actually, this bag is great for just about any female: It spans ages, styles and functions. An added bonus: Monogramming gives the gift an effortless personal touch.

 From $17 at LL Bean.

December 21st, 2005

For those near and dear | Custom Tag Necklace

Claim those near and dear to you as Yours and Yours Alone with this custom-made tag necklace from Brooklyn’s Rena Tom!   Great for best friends, newlyweds, soulmates…

Maximum of 20 characters (10 per line) on this fine silver tag with classic ball and chain necklace.

$45 at Elsewares.

December 20th, 2005

For Your Co-Worker | Chocolate-Covered Drunken Figs

It’s always hard to find something that everyone in the office will appreciate, but you really can’t go wrong with this gourmet combo of organic figs, organic dark chocolate and vintage port all in one bite.  Mmm…Scrumptious!

$13 (for four) at Cocoa Vino.

2 comments December 19th, 2005

For the Aunt & Uncle | Udon Noodle Bowl

I think this makes the perfect gift because it’s an item someone might not purchase but would love to receive. Not only is it ergonomic — it’s designed to be held with only one hand and can hold a pair of chopsticks — but its sleek design makes for great conversation.

$30 at Flavour Design.

1 comment December 19th, 2005

For the Man who has Everything | Annelli Collection Guild Cufflinks

What does one get the man who has Everything?  Something extravagant, and something unique, to be sure.  But where do you go?  One of our readers, Julia, turned our attention to the Annelli Collection. 

We love their custom made cufflinks, especially their Money Changers Guild Cufflinks (shown at left).  This particular piece is shown in sterling silver and custom colored blue enamel.  Each piece is individually handcrafted in Italy the original artisanal way with wax molds.  Orders generally take 6-8 weeks, but they’re carrying limited stock on hand for the holiday season.

$400 at Annelli Collection.
 

3 comments December 16th, 2005

For your techy friend | Maloo Laptop Case

One part functional, and one part cutting edge chic, these laptop cases are the coolest we’ve seen yet.  

Maloo’s laptop cases are made of 100% wool felt (not the standard neoprene…or worse, nylon) and are multifunctional.  Not only do they serve as laptop cases with their velcro straps, but they also serve as heat-absorbing mats on which to place your laptop while in use.  And you can leave your mousepad at home, because they also double as a chic mousepad.

If you like what you see, snap it up fast–they’re for sale for the next Two Days Only at Charles and Marie.  After that, check out Red Maloo’s site for these cases. 

Thanks, Marcus, for bringing our attention to these laptop cases!

$75 at Charles and Marie. 

December 16th, 2005

For the Coolest Guy on the block | Faux-layered Drifter Tee

Courtesy of Cary, one of our most fashion forward readers…

Drifter tees are "best when worn."  Indeed, the designers over at Drifter recreate the broken-in feel of your most comfy tee.  Add the cool deconstruction and faux-layering, and you’ve got yourself your new favorite t-shirt!

$52 at Revolve Clothing.

December 15th, 2005