No Tricks, Just Treats: Haute Halloween Gifts For Kids Of All Ages

Halloween is such a fun time to celebrate Autumn!  Though little candies
 are a traditional treat, there are times
 when something more clever, creepy
or more chic is in order.  
Here: 15 Halloween Gift Ideas
For Kids Of All Ages!

Golden Edibles Fall Assortment
15 beautiful bites of 
Apple caramel cheesecake, brandied pecan pumpkin mousse, pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin flan. 
The perfect treat to send across the miles.
Saks

Kosta Boda's Crystal Skull Votive

Spooky. Scary, and stylish.  Bring one or two

of these Still Life Skulls to you Halloween party.

They make a ghoulishly great gift.

Kosta Boda

Dylan's Candy Bar Hand Decorated 

Halloween Petite Cookies

The perfect little treat for all ages....and

at the right price point.

Dylan's Candy Bar

Prada Candy

This is a big girls no carb treat

Nordstrom's  

Boatman Geller's Personalized 
Skull Notepad
With or without the acrylic holder,
this gift is clearly chic.
Zhush

Elegantly Eerie: Fab has a spooky & stylish selection of D.L. and Co. Home Accents for Halloween. Find everything from letterpress skull stationery to diffusers and poison plume pens, and they are on sale.

Fab

Mrs. Prindables Chocolate Lovers Apples

A luxury apple that makes the most delicious gift!

A Set of Six giant apples

QVC

Alexander McQueen's Skull Scarf
From the king of bizarre...this scarf is a
chic choice for any fashion forward friend.
Zappos Couture

For little monsters.
Skull sneakers are too cute not to wear 
any time of the year. Priced for giving.
Layla Grayce

Darth Vader™' Giant PEZ Dispenser
A giant treat for Star Wars fan.
The force will be with you when gifting
this creepy candy.
Nordstrom's

Pumpkin Chai Classic Candle by Nest
Create a cozy Autumn experience with 60 hours
 of wild pumpkin, spicy Masala chai, cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon.  Who wouldn't enjoy that?
Burke Decor

Rice Krispies®, Box of 12
The treats all of us grew up with.
Kids of all ages will love to receive this box.
Sur La Table

Tokyo Milk's Dead Sexy Parfum

The packaging is worth the price of this

alluring aroma of vanilla and musk.

Perfect for the edgy girl.

Layla Grayce

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Serious Skincare Super Size Phyto 

Pumpkin Facial Scrub

Send this to any person you know...men and

women alike. It is one of my favorite things.

The scrub makes your face soft as a baby's bottom

and it smells so good you will want to eat it.

Fabulous!

HSN

Christopher Radko Holiday Ornaments 
Day of the Dead Collection
If you know a collector, any one of these
will be a welcome gift.  See them all at
Macy's

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Bundle Up! Scarves, Gloves, Capes, Vests And More

Today's inspiration: The weather! Woke up to 35 degrees. Time to get cozy. 

Here: 16 Stylish And Chic Cover-ups 

Versace's Mongolian Wool Vest

Oh be still my heart! A very pricey pick

that I would like to ask Santa for!

Shop Bop

Fabiana Filippi

Popcorn Knit Vest with Genuine Shearling Collar

Sumptuous, stylish and sensational!

Nordstrom's

The Glove Shop at Echo Design is

a stylish source for keeping hands both

working and warm. Pictured, a leather

and knit pair that allow you to text, too.

Echo Design 

Via Spiga Women's Women's Cape With Patent Trim

What a great look with an even better price.

Now on sale at

Amazon

Juicy Couture Leopard Mitt Gloves

A close up look shows metallic threads

in the leopard spots, making these a 

shiny selection!

Shop Bop

Faux Fur Vest

A perfect pick at less than $150

C Wonder

Dennis Basso's Faux Fur Snood

Known for his red carpet furs, designer

Dennis Basso designs faux fur accessories that 

we can all afford. Love this huge snood that comes

in four colors.

QVC

Soho Wide Brim Hat

Bring out the Bohemian in you and borrow

from the boys with this chic chapeau

Free People

Add a little glam to a gloomy weather day or night.

This fun piece is on sale for less than $25!

Boston Proper

Kate Spade's Pop Top Merino Wool Gloves

Add a pop of color to your winter wardrobe.

Nordstrom's

Everyday Chevron Infinity Snood

The best little warmer you can find for the money!

Forever 21

Vince Raccoon Fur Vest

What a great look!

Barney's

Striped Reversible Cowl

100% cashmere and reverses to dots.

A terrific and different way to stay warm.

Henri Bendel

Plaid Wrap With Fringe

Fun when paired with black and red!

DKNY

Marni's Frost Fox Fur Stole

What a statement!

SSENSE

Unreal Fur

Fur Enough Reversible Vest

Love this double duty topper! Pair it

with knee high boots and denim.

Shop Bop

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Canine Chic: Doggie Styles

Today's inspiration comes from Ralph Lauren's latest project, The Dog Walk   The designer has teamed up with ASPCA to raise money in honor of Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month. 10% of the sales of select pieces from the movie will go to the ASPCA.  See the collection here and watch the video below for RL Doggie Styles and my pics for all things Canine Chic.

Walking the dog in the rain will no longer be painful with Ralph lauren's Raincoat.  For city slicker or country dogs with style.

Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren's All Leather Dog Carrier

For jet setter doggies!

Ralph Lauren

Cabled Cashmere Dog Sweater

And for even more pampering, get it personalized for free.

Ralph Lauren

Black Studded Shearling
Though very pricy, you can bet this  fabulous coat costs less than one for yourself.
Bitch New York

The Jennifer
For Fifi, Trixi, or Fritz....this chic cover up is lined in ultra suede!
Bitch New York

10% of the sale of this coat goes to the American Humane Society

Fur Navy Fur Vest by Louisdog
One of my fave picks!
Bitch New York

The Great Coat
For extreme weather, this waterproof and padded coat will keep man's best friend warm and dry all winter long.
Bitch New York

For the preppy pup! Collegiate striped wool sweater 
Muttropolis

Ware of The Dog Neon Raincoat
Colorblock canine chic!
Barneys New York

Walking the dog this Halloween? He or she will be the leader of the pack with this perfectly adorable pirate costume.
Shop Manhattanite

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Foodie Friday: Everything Pumpkin. Sweet And Savory Recipes

Wouldn't it be fun if pumpkins came in colors? Though they don't, their uses are sweet, savory and colorful.

Here: 17 Recipes To Get You Back In The Kitchen This Fall!

Pumpkin Spice Creme Brulee

Could a dessert be any cuter?

BHG.com

Gooey “German” Pumpkin Skillet Cake

This looks insanely delish and doesn't sound too difficult. I think it is a "must make."

Willow Bird Baking

Pumpkin Biscuits

Stuff these flaky biscuits with smoked ham and pumpkin butter. Yummo!

Delish

Pumpkin Butter Recipe at Country Living

Spicy Cream Of Pumpkin Soup With Crispy Prosciutto

Devine details at

Melangery

Pumpkin Mouse

I just love the pastry leaves. It's always the extra touch that makes a dish.

Martha Stewart

Pumpkin And Fried Sage Flatbread

What a great appetizer for an adult Halloween party! Recipe at

Foodie Crush

Mini Halloween Pumpkin Cupcakes

All the ingredients found in a pumpkin pie and more! The kiddos will have fun with the decorations. They look as good as they sound!

Bon Appetit

Warm Pumpkin Salad With Polenta and Candied Pumpkin Seeds
I had not seen pumpkin seeds candied before. Sounds good!
Epicurious

French Pumpkin Pie

I have never seen such a pie, have you? Chef Guy Savoy makes it sound easy.

Saveur

Pumpkin Cheesecake Martini

For those of us who rather drink our calories....Recipe at

A Beautiful Mess

Pork, Pumpkin, Sage And Ricotta Cannelloni
Looks like a new variety of lasagna to me,
but a delicious one!
What Katie Ate

Stuffed Pumpkin With Cranberry

Raisin Bread Pudding

Impressive! Topped with a lemon vanilla sauce.

My Recipes

Cinnamon Sugar Roasted 
Pumpkin Seeds
My Mamma use to make these for us.
Lil Sugar

Pumpkin Twinkies
Are you kidding me? Yes please! Forget the store bought brand with preservatives.
Lil Sugar

Pumpkin Ravioli with Hazelnut Brown Butter Sauce and Balsamic Drizzle
A little bit sweet and a whole lot of savory.
Will Cook For Friends

Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie 
With Praline And Coconut Pecan Crust
Even if you don't live a gluten free life, this crust beats the traditional in my book.
Gluten Free Goddess

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Martha Stewart's Pumpkin Basics

In Season: Pumpkins begin to ripen in September. Because they store well, pumpkins are available all through the fall and winter.

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What to Look For: Make sure to choose a variety of pumpkin that's intended for cooking rather than for decoration. The ubiquitous field pumpkin -- the kind most commonly used to carve jack-o'-lanterns -- has watery, stringy flesh and is not recommended for eating. Sugar pumpkins and cheese pumpkins are two widely available varieties that are good for cooking and baking, thanks to their dense, sweet flesh.

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How to Store: Pumpkins keep well at room temperature for up to a month. Stored in a cool cellar or refrigerator, they can last up to three months. Once cut, pumpkin pieces should be wrapped tightly and refrigerated. Use cut pumpkin within five days.

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