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Review | VIDA Scarves

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Last week, I wore a gorgeous scarf by VIDA, a new brand that pairs independent artists with textile manufacturers in Delhi, India and Pakistan. It’s also one of the latest socially responsible companies to hit the scene, offering literacy programs to its production team. The San Francisco startup was founded by Umaimah Mendhro after she became frustrated with disposable fashion, luxury goods priced only for the elite, and an industry that left textile workers struggling to make ends meet. And with that, VIDA was born.

As you’d expect from Umaimah’s philosophy, the scarves are an affordable luxury. Modal scarves are $40, modal-cashmere blends are $75, and silk scarves are $95. You can also save 20% on your first order by signing up for their emails on the homepage.

I received the “Found in a City” scarf, designed by Japanese sisters Midori and Nanako. The lightweight scarf is 10% cashmere and 90% modal, making it incredibly soft. It’s been perfect for the warm spell we’ve been experiencing. I’m also loving the Lilly Pulitzer-esque brights of the “L’Escala” scarf and the Burmese temples on the “Project Rare” scarf. Browse the entire collection, including VIDA’s silk tops, online here.

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Disclosure: I received a scarf from VIDA for review and posting purposes. This does not affect my opinion of the brand.

In the Know | Tory Burch Watches

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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]T[/dropcap]ick tock! Today is the official release of Tory Burch’s new watch collection. There’s a style to suit every personality from The Tory for the sporty types, The Buddy for the classic ladies (my favorite), and The Izzie for the bold beauties. Browse all of the Swiss timepieces here. (You’ll undoubtedly fall in love with the limited edition Robinson Watch. It’s an investment piece, certainly, but with the lapis inlay it’s an accessory to be cherished forever.)

In the Details

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I knew Jennifer of Frippery Vintage would find incredible pieces when she went globetrotting to Italy in search of treasures for her shop, but I didn’t expect her to find the most jaw dropping vintage cocktail ring I’ve ever seen. Two Instagram photos later (here and here), I knew I had to add the gobstopper-size bauble to my collection. It’s everything I love about vintage costume jewelry: brightly colored, oversize, and I won’t see it on someone else. (But if I do spot a lookalike, I’ll know the owner has excellent taste.)

Featured: Ann Taylor jacket (also love this striped blazer) // J.Crew sweater // Banana Republic pants // DVF purse (same style in snakeprint) // vintage ring // Essie’s “Muchi, Muchi” polish

14 Must-Have Holiday Handbags

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Last week, a friend asked for help pinpointing a holiday clutch. (Why are clutches always the hardest accessory to find in a pinch?) I spent hours sifting through party purses to find the brightest, shiniest and wittiest bags for the holidays. The Ted Baker clutch is my favorite, but it seems the blue version is now sold out. I could happily settle with the rose gold version. I’m also smitten with Kotur’s surrealist clutch.*

1. Ted Baker, $225 // 2. ASOS, $38 // 3. Modcloth, $45 // 4. Kate Landry, $60 // 5. ASOS, $20 // 6. DVF, $345 // 7. Kotur, $495 // 8. La Regale, $16 // 9. Tory Burch, $595 // 10. Juicy Couture, $60 // 11. Kate Spade, $328 // 12. La Regale, $41 // 13. Nina, $98 // 14. Lulu Guinness, $820

*I’m actually planning a spring event at a gallery that coincides with a surrealism exhibit. How perfect would this clutch be? Or this one?