Watch yourself!

This post is a bit of research I'm doing for my good friend Amy.  Amy is looking for her bf to get her a watch for Christmas, but a watch is a very serious purchase and one not to be taken lightly.  It is one of a few accessories that you will probably wear every single day and have for quite some time.  So this is a big deal.

Watches have more styles than than RuPaul has wigs, so it can be a bit daunting.  If you're buying a watch for  someone make sure you take note of what kind of jewelry he or she wears.  Is it chunky, silver, gold, plastic, preppy, rocker?  Take that into a account when making your purchase.

While I could spend all day listing watches, these picks are ones I think Amy would love.  Do you have something on your list you'd like me to research? Great! Email, tweet, or comment it to me and I'd love to get started on it!

Also lovebugs- tomorrow is Friday Foodday so send me those recipes!

Urban Outfitters, typewriter initial watch, $28

How adorable is this? Dainty face with a masculine band.

Fossil, three hand silver dial, $75

I like this one because it's no nonsense.  Chic and functional.

Anne Klein, Silver Tone Easy to Read, $55

I would make sure to try this one on in the store because if the circular face is too big on your wrist its going to drive you nuts.

Fossil, Berkley pink, $95

Colorful plastic seems to be a huge trend in watches right now.  I like this one because It's sturdy enough to wear with a suit.

Anne Klein, 10-9304, $59

This might as well be a bracelet. I just love it. It's gorgeous.  It looks like something you'd see at an estate sale or an antique store.

World AIDS Day

AIDS sucks.  So does HIV.  Support finding a cure by donating, supporting, or educating in any way you can.

Today's post is RED! Obviously.

Anthropology, Hop skip jump skirt, $78

This would be great with textured tights in the winter time.

Macy's, embellished cardigan, $35

Great detailing!

Ralph Lauren, skinny cords, $65

Hello weekend with black patent leather pumps!

Marc Jacobs, bobcat down jacket, $99

That's right- Marc Jacobs.  You are welcome!

Canvas, Buffalo Check earmuffs, $29.50

Awesome gift!

Nike, RED laces, $4

Want an easy way to support the cause? As Nike would say: Just Do It.

Cashmere Pep Talk

On this rainy Tuesday it is difficult to get out of bed in the morning, and by difficult I mean I'd rather have a tooth pulled out by my co-worker's 3 year old daughter.  What helps me is positive thinking.  While that may sound campy stay with me- this morning's positive thinking was 'just think how cozy and wonderful it will feel to put cashmere on'.  So I did. Cashmere is the essence of elegance and sophistication.  It's expensive, but worthy.

Here are some of my favorite cashmere picks that hopefully will help you get out of bed on the next rainy day!

J Crew, turtleneck sweater, $99

I'm ALL about this color right now.  Perfect with pearls or a bauble necklace.  

Talbots, Basket Stitch Sweater, $73

the best alternative to the sweatshirt- comfy central.

Banana Republic, Hooded Vest, $89

I think I'm finally understanding the vest trend, and while I don't love the layering here this vest looks like the perfect weekend accessory.

LL Bean, Sporty Cashmere V-neck Alumni Cardigan, $39.99

Cashmere for under $40??? Just buy this now. Please!

Cyber Monday

If you're anything like me, you have been totally overwhelmed and taunted by all of the Cyber Monday emails, tweets and promo codes.  I love a good deal and it seems that they are just being thrown at me today.

While I'm trying to be good and just screen shop (its like window shopping but on your computer) I wanted to pull together some of my picks for fabulous fashion deals.

Modcloth, Piano Bar Cardigan, $51.99

I'm thinking this can be paired with boyfriend jeans for a Saturday night or a lipstick red pencil skirt for New Years Eve!

Kate Spade, Idiom Bracelet, $66 with code "CYBER25"

So sweet and classic.  Both Audrey Hepburn and Michelle Obama would own this.

Ann Taylor, Silk Georgette Knot Front Blouse, $44

This blouse just oozes luxury.

Talbots, Ruffled tweed skirt, $63 with code "GIFT"

Such a feminine take on a pattern that can be stuffy.

Cole Haan, Air Lainey Wedge, $90 with code "MONDAY40"

I'm obsessed with these.  Not only are they made with Nike sneaker technology, they are 40.percent.off.

J Crew, Shawl Cable Cardigan, $50 with code "SHIP150"

I love this pop of color on an otherwise dreary winter day.