HOLIDAY GUIDE 2009: ETSY PRETTIES

There are a million beautiful pieces to be found on Etsy for your BFF, sister, mom, brother, cousin, mother-in-law, boyfriend.... these two are just the beginning.
So, maybe you can't splurge on new shoes, but you can add a touch of frill with sweet shoe clips! rust clips by b poetic on etsy. $35.

Citrine is the signature of wisdom and peace - a perfect wish to pass on to those you love. citrine crystal pendant by crumpet and cake on etsy. $20.

2009 HOLIDAY GUIDE: CITY LOVE

It seems like certain cities hold a special place in our hearts... so why not find a gift that celebrates that?
Dangle a piece of NYC history from your neck with this Waldorf Astoria necklace - cast from classic cocktail picks used at the hotel. Although... I might use it as teensy letter opener instead. waldorf astoria necklace by erica weiner. $85.

If you've left your heart in San Francisco, you might as well wear it on your sleeve. Your boy will look so dapper with these unique cufflinks made from vintage railway tokens! san francisco railway token cufflinks by qa create. $40.

2009 HOLIDAY GUIDE: WHAT I'M LOVING

It's hard to hunt for gifts without finding a few things to love for yourself! These picks are some of my favorites, but would, of course, make fabulous gifts too!
Those of you born in October can probably sympathize when I say it feels impossible to find jewelery with our birthstone (opal) that I actually want to wear. So when I found this piece by Winifred Grace (who will be in Seattle this weekend for a trunk show!!) I had to add it to my wishlist. pacific opal bracelet at winifred grace. $375.

One of my favorite gifts so far this year is this simple book - I think it's the perfect gift for a friend or family member who might be starting a new adventure or chapter in their life. And I love that it's only one line a day - that's about all I have time for before I crawl into bed at night!
one line a day book at amazon. $11.50

I think we all know how I feel about gold anything, so of course I was drawn to this blanket with its contrast of natural linen and bronzed satin trim. While this version is a bit more pricey, for those of you handy in the DIY category, I could see how this would be a simple project! striped linen blanket at patch nyc. $365.
And finally - a fun pick from one of my favorite new online shops! These have got to be the best shot glasses I have ever seen. Usually when I see sets with patterns, I like one more than the other, but all of these are so chic! Add them to the bar please! set of four shot glasses at haus interior. $75.

2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Tie One On

Because bows aren't just for topping presents, you know...


*1... Forget-Me-Knot ring at MoMA. For remembering all the good times, a real piece of string cast in silver or gold.

*2... Viv&Ingrid 14k gold bow posts come conveniently packaged up in a cute little bag, so your gifty is all ready to go! (psst - enter the code RESCUE30 to get 30% off purchases through Dec 22nd!)

*3... Triple layer vintage satin bow belt from ban.do. Sumptious and fab.