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Maison Jules Holiday 2013 Lookbook


Maison Jules Winter 2013 Lookbook

The new Holiday '13 lookbook from Maison Jules crossed my desk and it's too cute not to share! The holiday campaign was shot by famed fashion blogger/photographer Garance Doré and features Parisian "It" girl, Jeanne Damas. This contemporary line sold at Macy's ranges from $20 for shirts to $169 for cashmere sweaters. Some of my favorite pieces include this colorblocked coat and this cashmere snail print sweater. (I mean, really, who can resist a snail in a beret?) The holiday collection is available in stores now and I've been dying to check it out in person, especially after hearing good things from readers. See anything you love?

10 Fabulous Fur Vests Under $50 From Forever 21

Fabulous faux fur vests at Forever 21

Every year around this time I get a number of requests from readers looking for affordable faux-fur vests that look luxe, not muppet-like. Well ladies, today I stumbled upon not one, but ten amazing fur vest options - all available now at Forever 21 - and I couldn't resist sharing! The fast fashion giant is killing it this season with their outerwear options at amazing prices. And no animals were harmed in the process. Let the cozy layering commence.

The Look for Less: Crate and Barrel 'Libations' Bar Cart

This look for less comes to us from alert reader Dorothy K.! Crate & Barrel's 'Libations' bar cart retails for $599 at crateandbarrel.com.



Get the look for less with this Threshold wood and brass finish bar cart, $129.99 at target.com. Some of you may have seen this when I posted it to Instagram (HERE) - looks luxe in person, and it's perfect for holiday entertaining!

Target Threshold bar cart


Here's how Target styled it for the holidays (shop the look HERE):

Target Holiday Bar Cart


Off the Rack: November Highlights at Urban Outfitters




There's no avoiding it: Retailers are rolling out all their holiday merchandise, and at Urban Outfitters I spotted lots of sparkly holiday wardrobe options as well as the usual hipster gift paraphernalia. Admittedly, I saw a lot to get excited about, starting with a gorgeous ivory beaded dress (sadly it was $249 but worth stalking on sale). UO always provides great styling inspiration with their mannequins, too, layering cozy sweaters with floral skirts and ankle boots; oversized cardigans with color denim and infinity scarves, and over-the-knee socks with easy print dresses, perfect for fall. Even if you're not a regular UO shopper, it's worth making a trip for the embellished headbands (cheaper than Anthropologie but just as chic), cute gloves and beaded clutches. Check out the ankle boots as well, these Ecote ones were on sale for just $39.