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My sister got me a light faux fur vest for Christmas, so, of course, ideas for outfits have been beaming through my head. I love it! I found a couple outfit inspirations/ideas to share…

with skinny jeans (via dangerous bambina)

layered with a longer sweater/vest (via The Chrisella Factor)

with shorts (via Wendy’s Lookbook)

with a belt (via Pinterest)

in this outfit

in this apartment

in this city

with a GREAT job I LOVE
(I’m looking! Let me know if you know of something!)

I’ve heard of Raleigh Denim in the past, but I recently explored their site to learn more about their jeans and their process. Raleigh Denim is an apparel company with a mission to produce quality jeans using local materials (NC has a long history in the textile industry) and traditional construction methods (i.e. no mass-production machines, only vintage sewing machines). Each pair of jeans is inspected by the owners, Victor and Sarah Lytvinenko, who hand-sign each pair that makes the cut. Each pair also receives a leather patch with a hand-stamped edition number. It’s all in the details and the personal touches…

Within the Raleigh Denim workshop on West Martin Street in Raleigh exists the Curatory: a boutique that carries a lovely collection of items made on-site, including Raleigh Denim jeans of course, and other goods made by selected artisans. Shop local this holiday!

Photos by Raleigh Denim/the Curatory

Do you live in New York City? Have you been to Saturdays Surf NYC, an apparel company/art gallery/surfboard retailer/coffee shop (amazing combination, right?!)? It opened in August 2009, so, sadly, I left New York before its existence and just recently discovered the shop while browsing the web. It sounds like a pretty rad place:

“In addition to clothing, the up-front espresso bar serves their own blend of La Colombe coffee brewed by some of the best baristas in the city. Out back, the fully planted yard acts as a wood-decked sanctuary from the streets. It is a place to enjoy your coffee, hang out with friends or have a quiet meeting…In the years since Saturdays opened, it has served as a hang out for some of New York’s most influential artists, surfers and thinkers, all of whom have helped redefine what it means to live, work and surf in New York City.”

Saturdays Surf NYC
31 Crosby St.
New York NY, 10013
212-966-7875

The Jedidiah Holiday 2011 Collection is quite lovely. They’re offering free shipping until December 31st! Also remember, this season proceeds from all purchases will benefit StandUp For Kids, a national non-profit whose mission is to improve the lives of homeless teenagers and at risk youth. Grab some threads for your family and friends!

Knot Cream T-Shirt

Women’s Dreamer White T-Shirt

Women’s Wander White T-Shirt

Have you finished all your Christmas shopping yet? Have you even started? I’m one of those procrastinators who waits far too long to start buying gifts. Where do you buy your gifts mostly: an online store, at the mall, on Etsy? Or are you one of the crafty types who makes most of your gifts? Well, if you still have a few more gifts to pick up (or all of them), here are a few ideas for you!

for dad…

“Geek Dad:” a book of projects

for mom…

Sugar & Cream Set by Pigeon Toe Ceramics

for husband/boyfriend…

jacket via Ugly Hapas

for the rock climbing sibling…

Cliff Hanger Mug by The Play Coalition

for sis…

Odette Arrow Ring

 I’m loving this Billabong Bliss swimsuit! It reminds me of painted watercolors and clear blue skies with hints of pastels. SUMMER!

photos via Billabong Girls Australia