Sparkle Through The Holidays With Brilliant Accessories

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Sometimes we need a little more than our own sparkling personalities to get through a day. The Holidays call for pulling out all of the stops and accessories. Even if you are just shopping your closet for holiday parties, finish your looks with these sparkling accessories.

HERE: 13 Ways To Sparkle 

Black Tassel Earrings

Owning a pair almost just like this, take it from me, these will light up your face with sparkling style. The length of the tassels are everything!
Boston Proper

Stone Column Ostrich Feather Belt
With this belt, your crisp white shirt and black pants, you can go anywhere. The stones are shiny and the feathers fanciful. A match made in holiday heaven.
BCBGMAXAZRIA

Kobi Halperin x Erte Crystal-Trimmed Knit Hat

Cozy chic. Sparkle while you shop for your holiday tree, take a Winter's walk, or travel to your next Holiday party. Love this as a fun gift for the right girl.

Neiman Marcus

Michael Kors Smart Watch
The Sofie combines glamour with next generation technology. Now you can stay up on your social media while you are out being social!
Michael Kors

Gucci Princetown Crystal Bow Mule 

Some of the holidays best bling comes from Gucci this season. These furry finds are perfect for holiday hosting at home.
My Theresa

Elizabeth Cole Sparkling Earrings

Sparkling, festive Elizabeth Cole earrings offer all the delight of holiday ornaments. 
Shopbop

Embellished Fingerless Gloves
Crystals and pearls pair perfectly on these sporty glam gloves. Less than $50
Evaro Italia 

Jourdan Metallic Boot

LK Bennet transform cocktail hour with these glistening Jourdan ankle boots. I am loving the unexpected color of loganberry. Wear the rich shade with black, grey and even white for fun. At LK Bennet take 30% off any Party Shoe with Code: CELEBRATE30

LK Bennet  and Saks Fifth Avenue

Rhinestone Clip
No time for a blow out? You will not have a bad hair day with this statement clip in your arsenal. Makes a great stocking stuffer, too.
Free People

Sparkle Tights
You'll have to click the link and enlarge the photo to see these sparklers up front and personal.  With 80 sparkling Swarovksi® crystals applied by hand, these sexy stockings will have all eyes on you.
Wolford Shop

Sydney Evan Jewelry

When it comes to Sydney Evan jewelry, more is more. There's nothing like a stylish stack to take your LBD or LWD to the next level.
Neiman Marcus

Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow
For eyes with a real "wow" factor, enter this new shadow from Stila. All colors are pretty but the newest shade, Wanderlust is beyond beautiful. It is a sheer gold with pink sparkle. Give this one a wink and a nod.
Stila Cosmetics 

Lirika Matoshi Embellished Glove
A special night deserves a finishing touch. These gloves are just that. They have been handmade in New York City, and make a shining statement.
Free People

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Gift The Grad

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Yay and hats off to the grads! They have done the work and got the job done. The new grad in your life could not be more excited. Now is the time to offer our congratulations with something they will actually use.

HERE:  18 Inspired Ideas

Envelope Sleeve

This computer case works double-time, going from laptop holder to oversized clutch. This Nappa leather laptop sleeve fits the 13" Macbook Air. It's fabulous and comes in right under $100.

AHAlife

Perfect For Any Girl With a Macbook (like me)

Graduation Card

At the minimum, you need a card. This little shop does great work. Take a look!

Little Lovelies Studio Etsy

Perfect For: All Graduates

Stylish Leather Gifts

Long known as a "Girls Playground." Any girl worth her Instagram account will love a little brown striped gift box. In this edit you will find gifts priced from $28 - $700 ( for a fabulous piece of luggage.) 

Henri Bendel

Perfect For: Grade School, High School & College Stylish Girls 

Signed Copy of Things a Little Bird Told Me by Twitter Co-Founder Biz Stone

"Things a Little Bird Told Me" serves up a refreshing mix of advice, wisdom, and principles from one of the most successful thought leaders of our time."  The signature makes it a collectors item. 

IfOnly

Perfect For All Budding Entrepreneurs

My Cinema Lightbox

This gift allows them to use their words. Almost anyone will have  fun with this back lit box. They'll leave a message for a roomie or inspire themselves. Party perfect, too!

Uncommon Goods

Perfect For Just About Anyone

Audio Pillar

The gift of the sound of music is hard to beat. No more setting up the stereo in the dorm room. All they need is their wifi device and Stellé Audio Couture. It's the perfect union of sound and style.

AHAlife

Perfect For: College Students and Grads Living In Their First Apartment

Compact Travel Flask

A good reminder for those old enough.

Amazon

Perfect For: Grads 21+ and English Majors, who will totally get this quote.

Parachute Home Bedding Set

A good night sleep while studying is priceless. The right linens are helpful. These are unfussy with a perfect palatte of natural shades. Not only are they soft and luxurious, they do their part to protect the planet. Made of Oeko-Tex certified, meaning they’re free of synthetics and chemicals. Best yet, For every Venice Set purchased, a life-saving malaria bed net is donated through Nothing But Nets. The gift that keeps on giving!

Parachute Home

Perfect For The Grad That Will Be Living In A Dorm

Personalized Macbook Air 11" Case

For the minimalist grad. This wool and leather case keeps their precious laptop snug and secure. It's made to order by Graf and Lantz and less than $75.

Goop

Perfect For Male Grads of All Ages

Graphic Image Travel Accessories

Oh the places they will go! There's nothing wrong with looking like you deserve first class. Personalized and luxe leather travel accessories will get them there in style. Now save 20% on $100 with Free Shipping. Details at 

Horchow

Perfect For Grads On The Go!

WiseWear Socialite Smart Bangles

Form, Fashion, and function. What more could a chic coed want? Socialite is designed to keep her safe, healthy and connected to what matters most. It is a super stylish tracker and smart watch.  A sure thing kind of gift.

AHAlife

Perfect For The Stylish Coed

Sarah Chloe Ciela Bangle With Center Diamond

Jewelry always marks an occasion and makes a memory. You simply can't go wrong with a diamond and her own name or initials. She'll have this one forever.

Goop

Perfect For The Stylish Coed

The Container Store Gift Card

Gift Cards are a little more personal than cash. It is important, however, to make sure the GC is from a store that you know for sure they will find something to buy. If your grad is off to college, this is the best store ever. One could easily outfit a dorm room, minus bedding, here.

Container Store

Perfect For: Any Age Graduate

Fabric Desk Set

For the best dressed desk.  Deck out their workspace with a trio of smart and stylish accessories.

Pottery Barn Teen

Perfect for any graduate with a desk!

Stylish Subscription Box

The ultimate care package! Box of Style is an exclusive box curated by Rachel Zoe and her team featuring over $400 of seasonal fashion and beauty obsessions for only $99.99 Buy one box at a time, or a year of quarterly boxes. See what it's all about at

The Zoe Report

Perfect For All High School and College Grad Girls

Men's Emergency Kit

Stuff happens. A mature man needs to be prepared for anything, especially wardrobe mishaps before interviews. At less than $15, this is a great "add on" gift.

Burke Decor

Perfect for College Grads who might be job hunting 

Graduation Cash Envelope/Card

Aren't these fun? If you decide to give a cash gift, tuck the bill or check inside one of these. It's just so very clever. As always, presentation is key!

Etsy

Perfect For Gifting All Grads

Personalized Calling Cards

Arriving at a new college without your own tribe is a challenge. Why not have a card with an email and mobile number on it? It's a good way to be remembered. And for those college graduates, a card is almost a necessity following a job interview.  My own Shop This biz cards are from here. You can create anything you want. It's fun and ever so different.

Moo.com

Perfect For All Genders of High School and College Grads

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Dress Your Tech For Fall ~

(Via Brooke Hagel)

Everyone is talking about Fall fashion trends, new shoes, and which of the 50 shades of grey they will be wearing. But let us not forget the most important accessory (besides your smile) of all - your tech toys!  One has to look good while texting or talking on the go, don't they? 

14 Tech Pieces That Will Upgrade 
Your Wardrobe And Home

Harry Allen And Areaware's
Universal Hand Dock
We all need a helping hand at times, especially when it comes to techie things. This Universal Hand Dock can be mounted on the wall or situated on a desktop. I just love it for both its' wit and design.
A + R 

West 57Tth Tassel Cover
Sophisticated and stylish, this iPhone 5 case is beyond chic. Does anyone remember when Bendel's was on 57th?  It was my playground!
Henri Bendel

 Hello Darling Phone/iPad Case

"Darling" is the word for this fun case. Available for most smart phones and several iPads. I heart this one!

Zhush

West 57th Magazine Tote For iPad
This is one smart leather handbag.  It offers a removable front envelope case and a stand to allow easy device access. The fold-able design will sit your iPad upright. There are also cell phone and PDA pockets. I think we all need this one!
Henri Bendel

Jagger Edge
Wrist Bling Maxim Case
Now this makes sense to me.  The strap, besides looking good, makes this case less likely to be dropped. 
Shop Bop

Solid Line iPad Case With Built-In Keyboard
This little genius transforms your iPad into an instant mini laptop.  The built-in lithium ion battery lasts for 90 hours and it doesn’t need an iPad Dock to work. 
Amazon

Heisel iPhone Case
Let your hand do the talking. Each is custom made to order and co-designed by Sylvia Heisel and “The New Hobbyist” Chris Krueger. Each case is made from renewable bioplastic derived from corn. Cool.
AHALife

C. Wonder Pouches
So loving these chic cases! They are so versatile and make terrific everyday tablet cases, or whatever you want them to be.  Match the print to your personality. Love the 'borrowed from the boys" vibe. Pick a pattern and monogram it, too.
C.Wonder

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Evouni
Touch Screen Jelly Clutch
A clutch you can text through! Made with leather and thermoplastic, meaning you can control your phone while it is safe it the case.  it also includes an internal pouch for your cash, cards and coins. Smart and savvy!
AHALife

Python Embossed I-Pad Sleeve
I personally prefer an iPad sleeve to an enclosed casé, and this one would do just fine for me. So luxe!
Barney's New York

Kate Spade Sparkle Bows
New for Fall 2014. Perfect for Black tie events and sparkling conversation.
Zappos Couture

Marc By Marc Jacobs
From his new Fall Collection, this is a clever and chic way to carry your phone.  And why shouldn't your phone have a beautiful bag of its' own?
Style Bop

Steele Audio Couture
Rebecca Minkoff Audio Clutch
I can't get enough of this stylish speaker.  Minkoff has married high fashion with Stelle Audio's fab functionality. It's a boom box for the fashion forward. I want one!
AHALife

Ringly Cocktail Ring
This cocktail ring notifies you about what matters most - incoming, messages, emails, calls, and when someone likes your instagram!. Really! Now how cool is that? Read all about it at
Ringly

 Tapefetti iPhone Cover Kit

Because no teen or tween in town would be caught without their phone. Let them put their creativity to use and customize their own phone. Comes with 3 phone cases, so they can have one for every mood.
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