1/5shark bait
Surfs up! Warm up a dreary winter with a tropics–inspired, 80's style tee. Patterned with bold colors and shark accents, this shirt will make a splash in a sea of wool coats and snow boots while adding to your retro–cool vibe.
—Juli Weiner
Maui and Sons tee, about $60. Opening Ceremony, NYC.
2/5Romancing the Stone
Ditch traditional silver and gold jewelry for the quirky elegance of this jewel–toned glass ring. Purples and oranges add romance to ultragirly outfits, and hidden touches (look closely: it's a turtle!) give the bauble an antique–feel.
—Juli Weiner
Chanel resin and glass stone ring, about $360. (800) 550–0005.
3/5growing pains
Adolescence is awkward, and no recent film has portrayed those cringe–worthy moments better than BILLY THE KID. The award–winning documentary by Jennifer Venditti follows the painful, if not humorous, existence of Billy, an outsider in a rural Maine town. With aspirations of rock–stardom, a crush on a waitress whose eyes move involuntarily, and the burdensome knowledge that he is different, Billy becomes the underdog that you can’t help but root for.
—Will Kahn
Opens today, Dec 5th. Check Billythekiddocumentary.com for screenings near you.
4/5In the bag
Here's a guilt–free purchase. Nevermind that this slouchy bag is beautifully made and super–practical (it's reversible!) because it also helps Ethiopia's struggling economy by basing the production in the country itself. It's the perfect holiday gift for the do–gooder who has everything.
—Samantha Child
Naea bag, about $250. Select Barneys New York.
5/5Rock the Boat
Ahoy! The deck shoe, ever the preppy staple, has been playfully updated by Band of Outsiders designer Scott Sternberg. With additions of grosgrain detailing and an elasticized trim, you get all the classic charm but with a modern twist.
—Samantha Child
Band of Outsiders for Sperry Top–Sider grosgrain deck shoes, about $225. Opening Ceremony, L.A.
