The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month. Special “what I wish I was wearing during last week’s blizzard in NYC” edition.

The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month. Special “what I wish I was wearing during last week’s blizzard in NYC” edition.


Welcome to the 2010 Well Spent holiday gift guide. I’m trying something a little different this year: 25 gifts, all socially responsible, and all under $25. Small things, but (hopefully) a bit more substantive and enduring than your typical stocking stuffers. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season.
***** A number of readers have gotten in touch to let me know their orders were never received, and that despite repeated attempts, Dots has refused to provide any explanation. Order at your own risk. *****

Did it suddenly just get freezing where you live too? Seems like only yesterday I was dusting off my jean jacket in anticipation of fall, and already I’m feeling tempted to trade it in for down. If, like me, you’re once again finding yourself in need of full coverage, extremities and all, then you’ll understand (if not share in) my excitement about newbie accessory label Dots Gloves. Using only top quality British Merino lambswool, the label produces its entire range in the United States, and yet, thanks to the co. eliminating all middle-men and selling direct online, the gloves total in at a mere $15.50 per ($20.50 shipped). Read More