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Gift Guide: Glamour Girl

By Kirsten|November 29th, 2011|Gift Guide|

Oh yes, it’s that time of year again. Not only is it time to crank up the heat and hibernate, it’s also time to spend money we may or may not have on gifts for people who may or may not appreciate them. I’m kidding, I’m kidding. Everyone with a soul appreciates a thoughtful and gracious gift. So, in the off chance that you do have any money left after Brown Thursday, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday, it’s time to start WhyDid’s Holiday Gift Guides. I don’t mean to toot my own horn (beep beep) but I’m pretty great at gift giving. Is that something I can add to my resume?

Let’s start with the toughest on the list, shall we? There’s always that one person who has (or at least wants) everything. We all know someone like her. Hell, she may even be you. Why not please your fickle friend with something shiny? Something sparkly. Something so glamourous she couldn’t possibly turn up her perfect little nose at your offerings.

1. Bond No. 9 New York The Swarovski All Stars Quartet, $700, 2. Diane Kordas Black Diamond Embellished 18K Rose Gold Bracelet, $810, 3. Kiki de Montparnasse Fucking Beautiful Ring, $950, 4. Kiki de Montparnasse Je T’aime Ring, $895, 5. D.L. & Co. Black Dahlia Candle, $75, 6. Kara Ross Prunella Glitter Envelope Clutch, $650, 7. NARS Arabian Nights Trio Eyeshadow, $45, 8. Miu Miu Jewel Heel Glitter Platform Sandal, $990, 9. Tarte The Starlet Limited Edition Makeup Vanity, $52

Phew! Check her off the list.

xx,

WhyDid

Smart is the New Pretty: Back in Black

By Kirsten|November 23rd, 2011|Smart Is the New Pretty, WhyDid Wisdom|

While many of us are busy stocking the refrigerator and planning out tomorrow’s menu, there are others out there who are plotting a different kind of game plan. That’s right I’m talking about you crazy kids who take part in a little something called Black Friday. While I would sooner die than try and take on the madness (check out 10 things I’d rather be doing), it’s a tradition for some and well, it’s good for the economy.

Looks like it’s going to be a big one because U.S. online shopping is already up 14 percent (to $9.7 Billion). [TechCrunch]
So, it would seem that some of you just can’t wait. Further proving my point- is Brown Thursday the new Black Friday? [InStyle]
Alright, well, I would rather shop from the safety of my own home and just peruse the holiday windows via my laptop with hot chocolate in hand. [Vanity Fair]
BUT, if you must participate in this age old “holiday tradition” here are some rules to survive. [InfographicSite]
Thinking of finally jumping on the Apple bandwagon? Check out their Black Friday deals that managed to get leaked right here. [Mashable]
No? Not so much on Apple? Here are some other electronics deals at Best Buy that are just downright zany. [Mashable]
How about something really outrageous for your truly fabulous friends? Check out these over the top gifts. [Harper’s Bazaar]
But don’t try indulging in fur anywhere in West Hollywood. You won’t find it there. [NY Mag]
Maybe you’d rather not splurge on gifts this year. Try making this hemp and honey lip balm instead. [Daily Candy]
Not so crafty? Well, you can still give a personalized gift but let someone else do the work. [SnazzyCanvas]