Bag of the Week – Fossil ‘Lizette’ Messenger Bag

imageIsn’t it amazing how much stuff we think we need to keep with us while we’re out and about? Lets see, there’s your makeup (a girl can never have too many glosses!), your phone, maybe even your iPad. Oh, and lets not forget that pair of flats that you keep in your bag … just in case you have to walk around. Now if you could only find a bag that could carry all of your belongings, but still look sophisticated and cool.


Ah ha … but there is. Specifically this bag – the Lizette Messenger. Made with a combination of leather and nylon, it fits just about everything you need, while still looking professional.



Where to BuyZappos.com

Price – $118.00

Who Found ItSusanY was the first to add the ‘Lizette Messenger’ to the Hive.

Feeling French, Fabulous & Femme Fatale With Liz Earle Botanical Essence No. 1

imageAs the eco-chic line’s first bespoke scent, this delish fragrance contains a who’s-who of natural botanicals from around the globe, including high-altitude lavender from France, damask rose from Turkey, Italian bergamot and spicy patchouli from Indonesia. Thanks to the expert nose of distinguished leading French perfumer, Jean Charles Niel, spritzing on this bewitching brew makes us feel ever so stylishly green & sophisticated … but without going too grandma.


‘We gave him the time to indulge in this age old art’, explains company co-founders Liz & Kim Buckland, ‘carefully hand-crafting this complex scent with true passion to create this vibrant, sparkling fragrance translating into warmth and sensuality.’



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The SHG – 3 Haute Coats For The Holidays

imageThe Holiday season is officially upon us! This means lots of festive gatherings, cheer and good food! And festive gatherings means festive ensembles. But with this season full of love also comes a season full of freezing days and extreme elements. A warm winter coat is the best way to look stylish, stay warm and add a winter touch to any ensemble. A holiday coat should be a style that is classic and versatile, while being flattering and just a touch dressy. We have our three favorite styles of winter coats that’ll keep you toasty and tasteful all season long!



Pea Coat – This classic number is a winter coat staple. The thick material keeps you toasty, while the structured look is flattering and versatile. Pea coats can come in varying lengths, but opt for one that is more traditional for a look that’s in year after year. The A-line structure makes layering easy and it’s unisex appeal makes it equally cute with heeled boots or mens-inspired oxfords! Try a pop color for something a little more unique!



Cape – This style of outerwear is at once traditional and unique. Reminiscent of Christmas carolers, the cape is a look that is very winter appropriate, very cute and extremely comfortable (just remember to find a style with arm holes!) Due to it’s voluminous shape, layering is easy, but remember to keep the bottom sleek to avoid looking larger than you are. Try opaque tights and ankle boots!



Long Cinched Coat – The length is flattering and flirty because when paired with knee socks or tights, a long coat resembles a dress and flaunts long legs. The cinched waist creates an hourglass shape and makes for a more dressy style. A long cinched coat can be as casual or fancy as you please. Look for one that’s made of canvas or nylon for an everyday coat, or find one with fun embellishments like a fur trimmed collar or covered buttons for a special occasions coat!

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Get The Winning Look From Our ‘Accessorized’ Poll!

imageIt’s no secret that accessories can make or break an outfit. The right accessories take an outfit from cute to sensational. Celebs are masters at pairing the right jewelry and add-ons to ensembles and know just how to embellish their look to convey their personal style.


Angie Harmon looked like a sweet dream in a frothy lace skirt and fitted top. Paired with matching heels and a knotted belt, she kept her look simple and elegant. Even more popular was Ashlee Simpson, with her new short pixie cut ready to show of head-turning statement drop earrings.


But the loud and clear favorite with 50% of the votes was songtress and trend-setter, Rihanna. Her bold red skirt and grey corset combo was made more playful with an oversized bow hair accessory and simple jewelry. Rihanna’s look is youthful, spunky and full of sex appeal! You’ve chosen your favorite so click on the slideshow to see how you can get her look for yourself!

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TheFind Adds Practical Fun To The Office Place!

imageIt’s a serious question that deserves a serious answer – where in the heck are you supposed to keep all those errant paperclips that happen across your desk? The little stragglers need to be kept, because you never know when you’ll need a paperclip, but how can you keep track of all of them?


My solution is this cute little magnetic birdie. She’s sophisticated and handy at the same time. They’re also a fun and pretty way to add color and interest to a would-be drab desk and work equally well for the work-place, a home office, or as a gift!



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Daily Obsesh- Color Wheel Necklace

imageCalling all art students, free spirits, and any girl needing a bit of color in her life! Have we got a necklace for you! The Color Wheel Necklace from Yellow Owl Workshop is a whimsical pendan that hangs on a delicate 22k yellow gold chain. Invoking both childhood crafts and 60’s flower children, this necklace would look perfect paired with a bohemian long dress. However, we can also see it being worn as a statement piece with a chic black cocktail dress and shoes that match one of the pop colors in the color wheel. If you can bear to not keep it for yourself, the Color Wheel Necklace also makes a great gift, coming housed in a glass tube with a cork and hang tag from the design studio. Good vibes are sure to surround the wearer, or gift-er, of this precious piece of art.



Where to BuyModcloth.com



Price – $43.99



WhoZuzubean was the first to add the ‘Color Wheel Necklace‘ to the Hive.

Street Style – Trends To Try For Thanksgiving Week

imageActual Thanksgiving isn’t until this Thursday, but the week that marks the start of the holiday season is officially here. Besides our own family dinners, many of us also have invites to other Thanksgiving Day parties, be it a gathering of friends or an office potluck. While Thanksgiving is one of the more casual holidays, it’s still important to dress to impress! But it’s equally important to stay toasty and comfortable and allow enough room in the waistband to tuck into seconds of your favorite dish.


Chunky knits and long layers are a great way to stay warm and stylish, and also allows you to remove pieces as needed. Choosing a pop color for your party ensemble is also a smart move, making your look eye-catching and festive, but still lets you choose looser fitting pieces if you so choose. Need a more dressy option? Tiered lace and sheer fabrics are romantic, feminine and the added volume helps hide a belly growing from plates of turkey and mashed potatoes! Now is also the perfect time to test drive that pair of super sexy, purely amazing and ridiculously uncomfortable heels that you’ve been dying to rock! With so much sitting at the dinner table of lounging around couches, you’ll be able to stay off your feet but still make a statement with your shoes!


Ready to try some of these trends for yourself? Click on the slideshow to see some fave picks!

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Shoe of the Week – Vince Camuto Fays Black

imageIf there’s a reason to love the cold, it’s this-you get to wear boots. And if there’s one pair you absolutely must have it’s a pair of black leather motorcycle boots just like the Fays Black. They can be worn with just about any outfit-over leggings, with a dress or skirt and of course, over your jeans. They’re the most versatile boots you can add to your wardrobe and will keep you warm and stylish this season.



Plus, these boots come in plush leather with a lace-up detail that looks hot when you wear them over-the-knee or simply sophisticated when you cuff them. Take your pick-they can be worn either way.
Where to BuyVinceCamuto.com

Price – $198.00

Who Found ItSusanY was the first to add the ‘Fays Black’ to the Hive.

Couture In The City’s 5 Sweater Dresses To Love!

imageTalk about sweater dresses and below are favorites I picked basically explain about the style more so than what it€™s made from. Sweater dresses are such wonderful garments! They’re soft, easy to move around in, flattering, dressy enough for work, but casual enough for walking the dog. Here are some of my favorites for this fall and winter.


The Ash Sweater Dress by Mark & James is perfect for so many looks. It’s cut generously on top, with loose, long sleeves, but with a more fitted skirt. It echoes the 80s looks we’re seeing so much of, but is far more flattering due to an ultra-feminine cut and a texture that moves without clinging. Wear this with over-the-knee boots and turn heads!



See more cute sweater dress picks by clicking over to our friends at Couture in the City!

Cool Hunting for Gap

Our pop up in NYC featuring locally-sourced goods
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For the 2010 holiday season we’re proud to introduce our first-ever pop up store, bringing together products from independent companies based in the New York region. Set in Gap’s project space on 5th Avenue, the store is a Cool Hunting production from top to bottom. We hand-picked each item using the same principles—innovative design, artisan craftsmanship, social and environmental consciousness—that guide our editorial.

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The resulting assortment ranges from Grado headphones to Amy Sedaris’ new book to exclusive one-offs by Jonathan Adler. We’ve also included a series of Cool Hunting collaborations, such as limited-edition Mast Brothers chocolate and an Outlier cycling cap, along with a mini-installation of our digital content.

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To come up with a space for showing all these products, we assembled a cast of local partners. ByKenyan designed the interiors, which feature decorative painting by Evolving Image and After the Barn‘s wood reclaimed from barns upstate. RCRD LBL put together a soundtrack of New York bands and Matt Van Ekeren designed a graphic identity.

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We’re excited to be working with Gap, a pioneering retailer that redefined American fashion on a global level, to give shoppers a truly unique, local experience.

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The shop will be open seven days a week through January 2nd (except for Christmas day) and is located on 5th Avenue between 53rd and 54th Streets. Keep an eye on coolhunting.com/gap for updates on in-store events and other details about the shop.