10 unique gifts for the stylish women in your life
BY JESSICA SEDGWICK jsedgwick@suntimes.com November 22, 2011 5:18PM
For the bracelet-lover: Military-inspired fashion makes its way into jewelry with this tough-but-still-feminine CC Skye Deco Bullet Bentley Bracelet in Gunmetal, $175 at CityBlue Apparel & Denim, 1444 N. Wells (citybluedenim.com).
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Updated: December 25, 2011 8:22AM
This holiday, style comes in many forms. From a fish bowl that doubles as a work of art to a bracelet that could double as ammunition (though let’s hope she won’t need to use it), here are 10 unique gifts for the stylish women in your life (see gallery below for photos):
1. For the style-lover with an edge: Military-inspired fashion makes its way into jewelry with this tough-but-still-feminine CC Skye Deco Bullet Bentley Bracelet in Gunmetal, $175 at CityBlue Apparel & Denim, 1444 N. Wells (citybluedenim.com).
2. For the fish owner who loves modern art: This Fishscape Fish Bowl by Conran, $140 at Conranusa.com, has an underwater landscape and won the 2011 International Design Excellence Award. How many people can say they own an award-winning fish bowl?
3. For someone who needs a hug: This winter, comfort comes in the form of this ultra-soft and cozy Shawl Collar Pullover Sweater, $59.50 at LOFT and Loft.com. SALES ALERT!: Shop at LOFT on Black Friday or Cyber Monday and get 40 percent off your entire purchase.
4. For the woman who scoffs at little purses: This may be out of your price range, but this gorgeous Grace Navy bag, $495 at Kooba.com, is perfect for the handbag-lover who needs lots of space for her daily necessities.
5. For something simple but elegant: This sexy H&M Blazer, $24.95 at H&M and HM.com, is less a blazer and more a silky cardigan that will look great over tank tops or a tight-fitting dress.
6. For the girl who likes to sparkle: If you’re on a budget but looking for something dramatic, try this Thule Ring, $38 at Anthropologie.com (online only). Three oval druzies shimmer against a background of white bone.
7. For the hostess with the most style: This Cuisine Couture Apron, $32 at Anthropologie and Anthropologie.com, features the runway-inspired colorblocking trend with knife-sharp pleats.
8. For someone you don’t know particularly well: Sometimes it’s hard to judge someone else’s taste, and that’s when a scarf becomes the perfect gift. This Cable Knit Twisted Neck Scarf, $29.95 at the Gap, is basic enough to fit into anyone’s wardrobe and is multipurpose — it can keep you warm in the harsh Chicago weather but can also be worn indoors as a fun accessory to jeans and a blouse.
9. For the fashionista who likes to shop local: Support jewelry artist Kirsten Goede, who uses colorful Swarovski crystals in her Objets D’Envy pieces. These Cent earrings are $56 and come in Frost, Noir and Silver.
10. For something whimsical and warm and under $10: Make someone smile with these H&M Mittens, $6.95 at H&M and HM.com.
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