The justification: Valentine's Day Gifts

Oh, Valentine's Day. It's a great day to receive presents if you're with someone, or a day to be dramatic and hate life if there isn't a boy (or in some circumstances, the boy is too busy to text you back). In any case, here are some gift ideas to bestow on the one you're with or just yourself.

Giles&Brother XO Studs in Gold Vermeil

Justification #1: Sturdy yet delicate, these earrings can be worn while dressing up or down. Trust me...I wore them everyday for six months straight.

Justification #2: If gold vermeil isn't your thing, check out the XO Studs in Sterling Silver.

Friend or Foe Frank Sinatra Tee

Justification #1: It might not be the most romantic gift, but it's red and it has a great fit.

Justification #2: Just remember...when in doubt, clothing is WAY more exciting than thoughtless chocolate.

Introducing: Atticus Picks

The Justification: What's new/My newest obsessions/Last minute gift ideas

Filippa K Down Rib Jacket

Justification #1: So this jacket is my number one current obsession...and it should be yours, too.

Justification #2: It's also new.

Justification #3: And, it would make a really great last minute gift idea. Yeah, it's a little pricey for something you're going to give away but that's what you get for waiting until the last minute.

Giles&Brother Marjorie Bracelet

Justification #1: Okay, maybe $475 is a little much for a gift. If I was going to receive a gift that wasn't the Filippa jacket, this would be my second pick (hint, hint).

Justification #2: It's also a lot less expensive. (Notice how I put the most expensive item first...$150 for a gift isn't looking so bad now, is it?)

Giles&Brother Leather Wrap Around Bracelet

Justification #1: And for those guys that are so freaking hard to shop for...this wrap bracelet is perfect because it's manly and won't make them look like girly.

Justification #2: Unless that's the look they want. Then it does. It also looks really good on girls!

Sale!

Notes On: Winter Wedding Wear

My dear friend, Jessica, is tying the knot in a couple weeks. A wedding is always cause for much thought and overanalysis of what to wear, and the date of this particular fete is making my decision that much more difficult. Not only do I have to look extremely beautiful, happy and successful in the likely case of a run in with an old boyfriend or high school friend, but I must also cover more skin than I would like, thanks to the frigid temps. Surprisingly, I've come up with a few options that might actually cover all of the above!

Option 1:

-Publicka Black Crew Neck Dress

-Lace tights

-Black Booties from Melanie Dizon

-Giles&Brother Pola Bangles

-Daryl K (recycled) Fox Fur Vest for a jacket

Option 2:

-Charlotte Ronson One Shoulder Dress

-Black Filippa K Tights

-Black Patent Peep Toes from Rock&Republic

-Giles&Brother Chaton Pyramid Drop Earrings

-L.A.M.B. Cape for a jacket

Option 3:

-Modern Amusement Bardot Dress

-Grey Filippa K Tights

-Black heeled boots

-Filippa K Sophia Peacoat for a jacket

Said in Context

"We're obsessed with brass. Brass is the new gold. It's recessionary material."
-Philip Crangi (deisgner of Giles&Bro)

I randomly ran across this quote from an old Fashionologie post in February 2009. I still think it's relevant. Cheers to brass jewelry and the fact that it's almost 5 o'clock on Friday!

Atticus Journal: 8.26.09; Vol. 107