Patterned Tights

Looking for a way to spruce up your wool skirts? These feather pattern tights by Free People are an easy and fun way to make any outfit look new again. $38

Orla Kiely

I adore this bag by Orla Kiely. Her graphic print bags are also great but I am glad to see the line expanding. The price however, $750 seems a bit over the top. These graphic print dresses are also adorable.

New York Sample Sale Mania

I feel like there are so many sales going on right now it is hard to keep track. Here are a few to add to your list:

Who: Aloha Rag
Details: November 18. 12-9pm. 505 Greenwich St., at Spring St. (New York)

Who: Rebecca Minkoff + Nicolas K
Details: Novemeber 20-23. Thurs. & Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
33 W. 17th St., b/t Fifth & Sixth Aves (New York)

Who: Isabella Fiore
Details: November 19-20. 10AM – 5PM. 80 West 40th Street , Floor 8 (New York)

Who: Max & Chloe's
Details: November 20. 4–8:30. 122 W. 26th St., nr. Sixth Ave., Ste. 306 (New York)

If you know of others feel free to contribute, it seems like our retailers could use a little love.

No Odor Nail Polish Sula

Sula is a new brand of nail polish developed by perfumer Susanne Langmuir. The water-based nail polish has no smell and you don't even need nail polish remover to remove it. You can just peel it off.

Funky Shoes by Due Farina

I found this funky shoe brand called Due Farina on one of my favorite e-stores Habitat Shoes. I think these shoes are really cool. They definitely have a retro vibe but also have their own funky twist. Available at Habitat Shoes.

Recessionista - Who Says You Can't Buy a New Holiday Dress

Check out these cheap but chic dresses from Kate Moss's Holiday Collection. Although companies all over New York are canceling their holiday parties, we say with prices like these you can afford to throw your own party.

Subversive Jewelry Necklace

Check out this amazing necklace by Subversive Jewelry. What makes it really original is the asymmetry and baubly pearlesc shapes. You can wear it with a simple t-shirt and look sophisticated.