Archive for November 23rd, 2009

Gift Guide: On the first day.

November 23rd, 2009 by Ruth

The gift giving season is quickly approaching and we here at Chic Thrills will be sharing our top 30 gift ideas under $30 over the next few weeks. With suggestions spanning from the home, kitchen, fashion closet, jewelry box, book shelf, and home entertainement system, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone here.

On the first day…. an herb saver.

Herb Keeper, Uncommongoods.com, $20

Herb Keeper, Uncommongoods.com, $20

 

As seen in the New York Times holiday gift guide, an herb saver is a fresh gift for anyone on your list. Slightly submerged in water, the Herb Keeper from UnCommonGoods.com extends the life of your fresh herbs to around three weeks. Attractive in a modern viewing container, add fresh basil, cilantro, rosemary, thyme and mint to bring out the natural flavors of any dish for only $20!

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Daily Diamond: Mellow yellow.

November 23rd, 2009 by Ruth

 

Crystal and Pearl Bow Necklace by Gerard Yosca, $413, ChainandCharm.com

Crystal and Pearl Bow Necklace by Gerard Yosca, $413, ChainandCharm.com

Splash some sunny colors into this season’s drab shades with a little bit of mellow yellow. As seen in In Touch earlier this month, celebrities such as Emma Watson and Malin Akerman are pairing sunny dresses with black opaque tights and adding bright splashes of the mood-lifting color with jewelry.

We uncovered Charm and Chain, a web site catering to the accessory obsessed stylista with fashionable finds suitable for every budget. Founder Alexandra Galgano, curates the collection with the Alexis Bittars and Erickson Beamons of the world, but also has a knack for uncovering the rising stars.

We absolutely love the above Gerard Yosca necklace. In line with the J.Crew style, this necklace offers a hint of mustard with accents of black shimmer and clear sparkle.

Check out some other top picks after the jump.

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The new Brooklyn vintage.

November 23rd, 2009 by Ruth

Headquartered in the heart of happening Brooklyn, Brooklyn Oenology (BOE) is stationed at the edge of the Williamsburgh and Greenpoint neighborhoods. Bringing New York, Long Island, Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland (coming soon to New Jersey and Connecticut) homegrown wines and art from the BK, these award winning vintages are all under $20!

Incorporating the Brooklyn spirit into the wine, the bottles showcase contemporary works of art created by people living and working in the area. As the vintage changes, so does the artwork, which is consistently shown at local galleries.

So go ahead, grab yourself an affordable slice of the artisanal movement and enjoy!

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