Outer Charm Coast through the colder months with tweedy coats, futuristic parkas and dramatic capes worth draping over your best fall dresses and pants
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PRESENT DAZZLE Score cool holiday gifts, from dolls for budding fashionistas to ‘Mad Men’ hats for him A PUBLICATION OF
MR. NOT-NICE GUY ‘What Not to Wear’ snark Clinton Kelly tells women to lose the bitsy bags and flip-flops
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jacket for Christmas. He thought it clashed with his blue eyes, so he exchanged it for a pair of loafers at Marshall Field’s. Mom, understandably, was upset, and Dad was sorry — and went
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Because of what my sister and I
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ruffling feathers on page 9. necklace ($498, anthropologie accessories, 5402 Wisconsin ave.; Chevy chase, md; 301-652-1056)
This year, I’ll be playing elf at the just-open Anthropologie accessories boutique in Chevy Chase, the first store of its kind. But I’ll also be snap-
ping up many of the items in our annual gift guide, which starts on page 10. It’s a high-low mix of dazzling jewelry, killer home accessories and cool toys for the kiddos. Besides cadeaux, I’m also hunting for a few good coats like the ones in our fall outerwear story on page 5. With so many options — camel dusters, romantic capes, even a leather parka — I may even add a few to the yuletide wish-list I e-mail to my husband. That way there will be no chance of history repeating itself under my tree. And honey, if you want to know what to never buy me, read our chat with “What Not to Wear” guru Clinton Kelly on page 9. His new book takes aim at women’s fashion missteps. It’s a good read, though wrap-
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Rainbow Connection Black dresses and suits signal sophistication at D.C. parties. But in 19th- and early 20th-century Central Asia, it was ikat fabric robes that conveyed status. Dozens of the jewel-toned textiles (jackets, swathes of silk, a babycrib cover) glow in “Colors of the Oasis: Central Asian Ikats” at the Textile Museum (2320 S St. NW; 202-6670441). Unlike most printed fabrics, which are woven from solid-hued thread and then colored, ikats are made from threads that have been dyed. The resulting garments “are like jazz compositions — they’re so improvised and alive,” says exhibit curator Sumru Belger Krody.
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Femme Mystique With its Swedish-looking demilune bench, textured mint-green walls and twinkly chandeliers, new Chevy Chase boutique Julia Farr (5232 44th St. NW; 202-364-3277)resembles a welldecorated boudoir. The womenswear haute zone carries a dozen designers, from France’s Catherine Malandrino to culty U.S. names like Adam Lippes and Jane Oh. Farr, a former lawyer, says she angles her stock at the area’s working (or party attending) “women with full lives who want to look good all day. They need to be chic, but not have clothes wear them.” This means drapey coats by Halston Heritage and retro frocks by designers like Susana Monaco and Tibi. Accessories make a splash, too, as in Kara Ross’ stingray cuff ($575) or Meredith Merrill’s heirloom necklaces composed of Victorian to Art Deco lockets and modern gold chains ($400-$1,500).
Chariot races haven’t figured in the zeitgeist since Charlton Heston commandered a team of white steeds in “Ben-Hur.” But Jean-Paul Gaultier may change that with his wheeled steel and velvet armchairs (shown, $8,995 each), part of the Gallic fashion designer/provocateur’s new line of furniture for Roche Bobois (5301 wisconsin ave. nw; 202-686-5667), the French furniture giant feting its 50th anniversary this year. Besides the rolling seats, other pieces channeling JPG’s rocker-cool, Joan Jett-inspired spring collection include a leather-upholstered chest of drawers resembling a mod steamer trunk ($18,495) and lounge-y, low sofas decked with celluloid-dreamy patterns: smooching lovers, Gothic curlicues. “There’s no better way to celebrate Parisian style than for Gaultier to reimagine classics,” said David Zein, vicepresident of Roche Bobois Washington. Still, we bet any of these pieces would suit a spacious Logan Circle loft as much as a Left Bank apartment.
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Message In a Bottle Few inanimate objects warrant biographies, but Tilar J. Mazzeo presses the case for the world’s bestselling perfume in “The Secret of Chanel No. 5” ($26, Harper collins). From the science of scents to Coco Chanel’s private obsession with numbers, her most iconic creation is ironically not a quilted purse but a scent. But why is No. 5 so mythical? “They sold the perfume through the U.S. Army during WWII. In a moment of deprivation, it became a symbol of a better time,” says Mazzeo.
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The Shoe Gooder TOMS’ Blake Mycoskie sells hip espadrilles and helps needy kids Fashion and philanthropy go hand in hand, but foot in foot? That’s the idea behind TOMS shoes, sold locally at Neiman Marcus and Sassanova. Every time someone buys one of founder Blake Mycoskie’s Argentine espadrille-inspired canvas shoes (or boots), the company sends a similar pair to a needy child. We chatted with him just as he sold and donated his millionth pair. k atherine b oyle Was it surreal to drop that millionth pair? To reach our one-millionth milestone and to have given so many children shoes was just incredible. Four years ago, it was just me and three interns in my apartment trying to give away 1,000 shoes.
What was it about Argentine espadrilles [alpargatas] that appealed to you? I’ve always been inspired by the men and women in the early ’80s wearing espadrilles in Europe. When I saw the alpargata was similar but more urban, it got my attention.
Do you design all the shoes? I have a team of designers now, but for the first two years I did all the designs.Usually the inspiration comes from my travels. I get to see interesting textiles and fashions that differ from what everyone else sees on the trend reports.
What’s next for you? Are you a designer or a do-gooder? For what we do, you can’t be one without the other. We can’t sustain the giving, which was my original motivation, without building a solid business.
Someday, I’d like to look at other needs in the Third World. But right now we’re growing so much. We came out with an espadrille wedge for women, and it was so successful that we’re doing it for holiday resort. I don’t want to be distracted from doing what we do best.
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bailey wears a max mara cashmere coat ($2,950) and wool trousers ($425, max mara, tysons galleria; mclean, va.; 703-556-6962) with a megan park top ($580, Hu’s wear, 2906 M St. nw; 202-3422020) and a ring and scarf ($46 and $20, proper topper, 1350 connecticut Ave. NW; 202-842-3055).
snuggle up in fall’s chicest coats, from camel trenches to capes worthy of nights on the (old) town photos by marge ely styled by cathy phillips
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right: a junya wantanabe comme de garcons’ cape layered with an etoile isable marant dress and brodgen vest ($960, $370 and $595, Hu’s wear). accessorize it with a vintage necklace and earrings ($42 and $26, BW art, Antiques & Collectibles, 108 N. Fayette St., Alexandria, VA.; 703- 518-8464), wool scarf ($120, Proper Topper, 1350 Connecticut Ave. nw; 202-842-3055), elie tahari boots and diane von furstenberg gloves ($500 and $185, shoe hive, 127 S. Fairfax, Alexandria, VA.; 703-548-7105).
below: pair june leather’s parka with autumn cashmere’s cardi and loeffler randall’s Tee ($525, $395 and $172, hysteria, 125 S. Fairfax St., Alexandria, Va; 703-548-1615). shown with junya wantanabe comme de garcons’ skirt ($795, Hu’s wear), max mara boots ($850, max mara) and Rina limor’s coral and onyx ring ($1,250, mystique jewelers, 211 The Strand; Alexandria, VA.; 703-836-1401).
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andria (that’d be the 18th-century), well-heeled colonial types, including George Washington, bundled up under sweeping cloaks and tricorn hats. These days, you’re more likely to spot modern settlers in cloche caps and trenches as they stroll the brick sidewalks and cobblestone streets of the waterfront zone. Like many neighborhoods in Washington, Old Town — where we shot this story — bustles with foot traffic even when the weather turns chilly. It’s a good thing that designers this season have come up with a range of outerwear as varied as the storied burg’s architecture and history. “This year’s wide variety of coats looks great, because I think that the average woman needs things for different scenarios,” says Virginia wardrobe consultant Margaret Lilly of the just-launched Style for Hire (Styleforhire. com). “You need a dress one, then something for every day, like a pea coat or parka.” Still, in this era of mix-and-mismatch, fall’s best outerwear — floor-grazing camel numbers, military-influenced capes, colorful trenches — invites wardrobe experimentation. “The old rule used to be long dress, long coat,” says Lilly. “But nowadays, you can change things up. Still — you might not want to wear a puffy jacket with a cocktail dress.” jennifer barger
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About the Cover Bailey wears a Cacharel wool coat and Proenza Schouler dress and pants ($995, $490 and $535, Hu’s Wear) with a turquoise bib necklace ($490, Hysteria), Cinzia shades ($125, Proper Topper), a vintage ring ($55, BW Art, Antiques & Collectibles) and Chie Mihara boots ($525, Simply Soles, Georgetown Park, 3222 M St. NW; 202-232-0072). Story shot on location in Old Town Alexandria, Va., a colonial-era port town that’s been a center of commerce since George Washington’s era. For information on local boutiques, see Oldtownboutiquedistrict.com. For details on historic sites and more, see Visitalexandriava.com.
above: believe the stripe — Neslay’s lightweight trench of many colors ($232, Periwinkle, 1557 Potomac Greens Drive, Alexandria, VA.; 703-519-5242) rules mild fall days. Try it with Mel en Stel’s ruffled cotton shirt dress ($315, periwinkle), Goddis’s cardigan ($196, hysteria), citrine earrings ($1,260, mystique jewelers) and vintage brooches ($22 and $34, BW art, Antiques & Collectibles).
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The holiday holy grail? It might be a wearable gift for your S.O. that’s not O.S. (one-size-fits-all) The joy of giving? Who coined that
What’s Sin and What’s Out
“What Not to Wear” co-host Clinton Kelly dishes on fashion transgressions from mom jeans to Reagan-red pantsuits Muffin top. Denim on denim. tent dresses. You may not know when you’ve committed such fashion faux pas, but Clinton Kelly, one of the style gurus of TLC’s “What Not to Wear,” can tell if you’ve been sartorially naughty. His cruel-to-be-kind wardrobe advice stars in the new book “Oh No She Didn’t! The Top 100 Style Mistakes Women Make and How to Avoid Them” ($26, Gallery). We grilled him about the clothes blunders of everyone from the president to soccer moms. BE TH LUBERECKi What are some of the biggest fashion sins you see Americans committing?
The athletic sneaker worn as casual footwear! People walk around in a sneaker meant for step aerobics when they’re at the supermarket, airport or dentist. What’s wrong with us?
We take the easy way out. It’s like the TV dinner of fashion that people fall back on. They say, “My lifestyle is casual; I want to be comfortable.” Casual and comfortable have become synonymous with sloppy. You hate mom jeans. Any advice for our president, who’s been known to sport them?
A dark wash will always be
Is anybody in D.C. getting things really wrong?
I’ve never seen so many pleated khakis per capita in my life. And the women with the colored suits, for crying out loud! Even Avon ladies don’t dress that way anymore. You should not be wearing a Pepto-Bismol pink suit.
Do I look that old to you? Is my butt that big? Do you even know me at all?”
Does fall present any really hard-to-pull-off trends?
Every trend has the potential to trip people up. The sheath dress is probably the biggest thing. The more curves you have, the trickier it is to wear. Cozy knits are another big trend, like an oversized cardigan or cable-knit something-orother. There’s nothing like
Colored suits — for crying out loud! Even Avon ladies don’t dress that way anymore.” more flattering than a light wash. It looks more modern and put together. What about Michelle Obama? Can we learn from her?
What I like about Michelle Obama’s style is that there’s something so modern about it, but it also feels like she would’ve been in style 10, 20 or 30 years ago. She wears shift dresses, cardigans and classic prints. You’re never going to look back at a picture of her 10 years from now and say, “Can you believe she wore that? That was so 2010.”
wrapping yourself up in a blanket-like thing. But if you’re not doing it with other tailored pieces, you wind up looking sloppy. Are there any fall looks that are going straight on the no-buy list?
The big furry vest — I really don’t want to see my mom in that. You want to be careful of looking like a Muppet.
lame expression anyhow? Even Santa might turn Grinchy if he tried to pick out a new cashmere sweater for Mrs. C. It turns out that presenting your sweetie with a wearable gift can bring up issues bigger than that holiday tree behind the White House. “When a relationship is good, gift-giving isn’t going to rock it. But if there are holes, it could expose them,” says Jeannie Bertoli, a D.C. marriage and family therapist. Bertoli thinks nothing is riskier than purchasing clothing for your significant other. The wrong item could leave the recipient wondering: “Do I look that old to you? Is my butt that big? Do you even know me at all?” And men honestly might, like the stereotype, prefer a power saw to a power suit. Like moths to a yule-log flame, my husband Rob and I exchange wearable gifts almost every Christmas, fretting for weeks. (Gold or gunmetal? Is too much Varvatos a bad thing?) But the effort seems worth it. After all, I’ve replenished his Fluevog collection and Marc Jacobs has wiggled into my wardrobe. Full disclosure: Some gifts get light wear (“I’m saving this boa for date night!”), but only a few have been returned, and none have prompted tears. To score a similar track record, pros recommend opening your ears long before Burl Ives becomes a staple on Wash-FM. “If you’re a good listener throughout the year, gifts should not give you stress,” says Marian Goodman, vice president of personal shopping at Bloomingdale’s. For those who haven’t been paying attention, a recon mission to your mate’s closet helps. “My advice: Know her size, both European and American,” says Eric Eden of Hu’s Wear (2906 M St. NW). Nothing will inflame your size 8 girlfriend more than giving her a size 12 frock (or vice versa). And while sneaking through your sweetie’s walk-in, note fave colors and which type of shoe predominates. If you don’t know wedges from wing-tips, enlist outside help. “Go to friends who have a similar interest in fashion and find out what the hot item is,” suggests Genevieve Lill, an editor at Yourtango.com, a relationships Web site. Other good ideas: hiring a personal shopper or hitting stores where your mate shops. Playing it safe with accessories or evening bling is also an option. “That way it’s not supposed to be used every day and it’s a little more special,” says Eden. If budget allows, consider jewelry, since size isn’t an issue (unless you’re talking carats). Other good bets: a personal shopping day or a gift card. “It’s a cop out, but it can be thoughtful,” says Bertoli. If none of the ideas above translate to thoughtful presents under the tree or by the menorah, “Don’t read too much into it,” says Lill. “We all relate to the challenge of getting someone that great gift.” And, remember, women are often more agile shoppers than guys. “They’re more comfortable doing it,” says Bloomingdale’s Goodman. “There are men who put a lot of thought into it and still get really awful gifts.” Still can’t help seething over a lousy gift? Bite your tongue and figure out what’s really bothering you, says Bertoli. Maybe the gift indicates your spouse isn’t listening or doesn’t consider you a priority. Talk about that, not the past-season Birkenstocks he got you. And if a return is unavoidable, Bertoli again recommends sitting tight. “Wait a couple of weeks. That way the stress of the holidays has passed — but you’re still within the return policy.” Alex a Yab lonski
In his new book, “oh no she didn’t!,” cable tv style savant clinton kelly reveals his fashion nofly list, including (clockwise from top left): tent dresses, platform flipflops, teensy designer bags and totes (or anything) that reek of craft fairs.
Why do shoes matter?
The shoe sets the tone for an outfit. You can be wearing the best outfit in the world from the ankles up, but if you’re wearing it with white closed-toe pumps you’re going to look ridiculous. There’s a reason why nuns don’t wear stilettos
bad fashion photos by Steve Gir alt, clinton kelly courtesy tlc; Illustr ation by jack bl ack
and strippers don’t wear orthopedic shoes. What’s the worst fashion faux pas you’ve ever committed?
In the ’80s, I owned a pair of jeans that were quite possibly the devil. They were acid-washed, high-waisted, pleated Z. Cavariccis. Why is it important to dress stylishly?
Style is about expressing who you are. If you’re a really boring human being, go ahead and dress in a blue shirt and gray pants. But if you’re an interesting person who’s got an opinion on things and is enjoying life, I think your clothes should reflect that.
FOR HER
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Vintage-style buttons and cushy boiled wool lend Delux’s mossy cap retro appeal. ($40, Proper Topper, 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW; 202- 842-3055)
Marni’s leather-trimmed sunglasses run circles around aviators or wayfarers. ($350, Relish, 3312 Cady’s Alley NW; 202-3335343; Relishdc.com)
Your friends from high school hated plaid on your old uniform, but Epice’s wool scarf bursts with Highland cool. ($225, Relish)
A patent crossbody bag can morph into a clutch (detach the strap and fold it in two), making it a travel partner for your jet-set sister. ($200, Hysteria, 125 S. Fairfax St., Alexandria, Va.; 703-548-1615)
On-trend sequins rock a framed evening bag that’d work for femmes from teenagers to grandmas. ($128, Coach, 3259 M St. NW; 202-3333005; Coach.com).
Jade green crocodile and 1980s-redux hardware give a 3.1 Phillip Lim belt fashion super-powers. $295, Muleh, 1831 14th St NW; 202-667-3440) For “Boardwalk Empire” and “Great Gastby” fans, flapperish peeptoes look as good under the tree as they will on New Year’s Eve. ($188, Anthropologie, 3222 M St. NW; 202-337-1363; Anthropologie.com) Help her flirt with Michella Obama chic with Marni resin and gold brooches fit to be pinned on a sweater, belt or blazer. ($175 for both, Relish)
La Mer’s punky strapped watch stylishly proves that iPhones aren’t the only way to tell the time. ($125, Urban Chic, 1626 Wisconsin Ave NW; 202-338-5398) Elsa Peretta’s mesh 18 karat gold necklace does double duty as both jewelry and a scarf. ($8.500, Tiffany & Co, 5481 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, Md.; 301-657-87773; Tiffany.com)
If Mom’s headed to Vail for some slope time, this cuddly wool sweater coat works equally well for apres or beforeski. ($168, Anthropologie)
Alexander McQueen’s skull bracelets put an elegant spin on biker- chic. ($235-$275, Hu’s Wear, 2906 M St. NW; 202-342-2020; Husonline.com)
Balenciaga’s red leather dress looks apropos during the holidays and far into 2011. (Suggest she wear it with a slick black T-shirt underneath). ($1,595, Relish)
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Think Inside The Box
Forget weighing whether someone’s been naughty or nice this holiday. What really matters is if your husband, best friend or kiddo looks good whether behaving or acting up. That’s why giving someone the gift of high style makes sense. From jewelry that’ll shine at a New Year’s bash to throws for cuddling under all winter, here are presents to rev up (and dress up) anyone’s yule.
Put him on chief exec time with Jorg Gray’s Miyota chronograph watch, a replica of one worn by President Obama. ($395, Fashion Time, Tysons Corner Center, 1961 Chain Bridge Rd.; McLean, Va.; 703-893-9005)
Help your boyfriend get downtown style without resorting to skater kicks via Reiss’ military-minded boots. ($365, Reiss, 1254 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-944-8565)
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Whether your brother hearts the Black Keys or the White Rabbits, he can sleekly groove on with Brink’s cube MP3 speakers. ($19, RCKNDY, 1515 U St. NW; 202-332-5639)
For a mix master with Hemingway leanings: Horn coasters provide a rugged resting place for Manhattans et al. ($11 each,And Beige, 1781 Florida Ave. NW; 202-234-1557)
Eighteen holes fill his brain from 9 to 5; a pen mimicking a putter reminds him he’ll be on the links Saturday. ($18, RCKNDY)
That sock monkey toy he clutched as a kid grew up into a wine-holder! Stuff it with a grand cru for a potent mix of luxe and whimsy. ($12, Tabletop, 1608 20th St. NW; 202-387-7117) Jonathan Adler’s tropical punch-hued desk calendar keeps track of days with mod style. ($10, Tabletop)
Forget dorky duck boots. SWIMS’ thermoplastic loafers sleekly beat the rain. ($149, Neiman Marcus, 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-966-9700)
Maybe Dad won’t complain about signing that out-of-state tuition check when he wields an Anello Titanium Rollerball Pen? ($495, Fahrney’s Pens, 1317 F St. NW; 202-628-9525)
FOR HIM
Whether a new Lexus convertible showed up under the tree or not, driving gloves make a welcome stocking stuffer. ($115, Reiss)
For budding Don Drapers, detailed wool fedoras smack of old-meets-new brio. ($44-$48, Proper Topper)
Lush pictures of wannabe Cary Grants and other dandies might inspire a sartorial shift in the recipient of “Bespoke: The Men’s Style of Savile Row.” ($65, Amazon.com)
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A bejeweled box in au courant mustard and gray velvet provides an elegant nest for bracelets, necklaces and other baubles. ($38, Anthropologie)
Mercury glass candlesticks lend an antique glow to winter soirees. ($17-$44, And Beige, 1781 Florida Ave. NW; 202-234-1557)
Plant a bunch of daffodils or tulips in Norman Copenhagen’s bladesof-grass vase for an insta-garden. ($58-$88, Tabletop)
FOR THE HOME
Add a jolt of style to their morning cuppa joe with Sagaform’s contempo cup. ($26, Tabletop)
Feather the consummate host’s dinner table with a peacock plume napkin ring. ($5, Pier 1, 4455 Connecticut Ave. NW; 202-537-5053)
Moroccon medina-bright patterns printed on ecofriendly organic cotton star on 2Green’s snuggle-worthy throws. ($149 each, RCKNDY)
How should a fashionista trim her tree? With a glittery handbag oranment that costs a lot less than the latest Gucci or Kooba. ($5, Pier 1)
Fur purred back into vogue this fall. A faux mink pillow turns a platform bed into a mini catwalk. ($25, Pier 1)
Equally at home in an industrial loft kitchen or a rustic West Virginia weekend cabin: a stagtopped set of measuring cups. ($48, Anthropologie)
Fill Jonathan Adler’s enameled green photo frame with images of the grandkids or Fluffy for a personalized present. ($54, Apres Peau, 1430 K St. NW; 202-783-0022)
Add a dash of humor to the kitchen table with Jonathan Adler’s ceramic poodle salt and pepper shakers. ($55, Apres Peau)
Wrap up a good bottle of old port with a set of hot-hued, long-stemmed cordial glasses for an intoxicating hostess gift. ($40 for six, Pier 1)
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A pet snake in his stocking? Not so much. Instead, give a future biologist a cheery frog alarm clock, which sadly rings instead of ribbits. ($20, Home Rule)
Cool enough for tweens — or their mothers — local jeweler Daphne Olive’s silver necklace blooms with a delicate flower. ($52, Tabletop)
Move over, teddy bear — a striped zebra stuffed animal brings a wild touch to the playhouse. ($22, Pier 1)
Andrew Zuckerman’s photos of baby leopards, trumpeting elephants and other animals headline in an easy-to-assemble floor puzzle. ($20, Tabletop)
For little foxes: a whimsical earred hoodie. ($78, Anthropologie)
FOR THE KIDS
They can’t own Smart Cars for another decade or so, but KidO’s colorful wheeled wonders put little ones in a gentle kind of driver’s ed. ($12 each, Home Rule, 1807 14th St. NW; 202-797-5544)
Give little Madison or Olive a leg up on fall’s equestrienne trend with Garvalin’s black riding boots. ($124, Piccolo Piggies, 1533 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-333-0123)
Warm tiny hands with colorful striped mittens. Buying an extra pair in case one goes missing is optional but wise. ($27, Piccolo Piggies) The magnets inside Doug Toys’ wooden dress-up dolls mean girls can create enough outfits to wardrobe the cast of “Gossip Girl.” ($20, Whole Foods)
Banking on her being a rocket scientist? Inspire her with Tiffany & Co’s silver bank. ($1,975, Tiffany & Co) Trim the tree — or ID junior’s room — with a knit initial. ($8, Anthropologie)
Both chic and cozy, Anthropologie’s 1920sstyle hat kills the chill with panache. ($38, Anthropologie) Outfit your dancer daughter in Elaine and Lena’s ballet tee and knit vest. ($49 and $60, Piccolo Piggies)
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scene stealers the best of who, what and wear at the capital’s poshest parties
The 42nd Annual Meridian Ball Meridian International Center, October 1, 2010
Embassy types and socialites glittered in black-tie
finery at the 42nd Annual Meridian Ball, which raised funds and awarness for educational programs at the 50-year-old diplomatic powerhouse, the Meridian International Center. Before turning up in the center’s chandelier-lined tent for drinks, dancing and dessert, some 700 notables (think Queen Noor, Gail Huff and Commerce Secretary Gary Locke) dined at embassies around town. When they decamped to the Meridian, guests took in event designer David Stark’s posh touches like crisp cream cabana sofas and Belle Epoque mirrors. “The event is meant to be elegant, timeless and hopeful,” said Meridian”s communications director Jake Stafford. Just like the classic ball gowns seen grooving to the Eric Felton Jazz Orchestra on the dance floor.
Moshira Soliman health coach
Sharon Dougherty JM Zell Partners, Ltd.
David J. Vennett government affairs
Christopher Reiter owner, Muleh
Tina Alster Paul Frazer dermatologist consultant We love: Her magenta silk Celine dress and on-trend furry bolero
On her: A sleek, youthful updo and an old Hollywood-y BCBG silk gown
On him: Ermenegildo Zegna tuxedo
Style Philosophy: “This was a last-minute choice, but I always choose classic pieces.”
We Love: Her regal black-and-white geometric patterned Oscar de la Renta gown
On her: A simple metallic Vera Wang gown paired with vintage pearls and a Cartier Love bracelet
We love: His Dior Homme Butterfly bowtie, worn with a two-button Prada tuxedo and Barker Black loafers
Style Philosophy: “Simple and chic. Most of my wardrobe is Cavalli or de la Renta.”
On him: Gieves and Hawkes
Style Philosophy: ”Italian fit with an English attitude.”
Krystal Stotz American Society of Health System Pharmacists
The District Sample Sale Cady’s Alley, september 16, 2010
local fashionistas lined up around the
block on Georgetown’s M Street for a chance to get their wellmanicured paws on stylish bargains at this twice-a-year shopping extravaganza. Deeply discounted merch from area boutiques such as Urban Chic, Proper Topper and Hysteria inspired impromptu try-ons (shown, left) and lots of impulse buying. All this retail therapy was for a good cause: ticket sales benefitted the GW Mammovan, a mobile mammography program for underserved women. Spotted among the chic set: event co-founder and “D.C. Housewife” Mary Amons. k atherine boyle
Angela Steever-Diba SES World Skies
Erika Martin Hughes entrepreneur
Ethan Drath owner, Sherman Pickey
We Love: Her high-low menswear mix of Louboutin pumps, Express skirt and her husband’s Hugo Boss tie and Rolex watch
Q&A: Where does she shop? “Everything I’m wearing today is from Hu’s Wear.”
On him: His classic Ralph Lauren button-down and blazer — so Georgetown cool
Style Philosophy: “I like clothing that’s funky and fun, but mature.”
Style Philosophy: “I like to mix modern pieces with classic taste. But nothing too fussy.”
Style Philosophy: “Simple, tailored clothing that looks fabulous.”
Mary Amons event co-founder We love: Her killer Christian Dior sandals Q&A: Does the mother of five let her daughters wear her clothes? “Sure, I let them borrow everything as long as they respect it and return it!”
Deborah Kalkstein owner, Contemporaria On her: The cream Jil Sander blazer and canvas Prada tote, coupled — surprise! — with Old Navy jeans Style Philosophy: “Uniqueness.”
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