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Gift Guide: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner

By Kirsten|December 10th, 2013|Gift Guide|

Unless you are a terrible house guest (insert all too easy obvious relevant pop culture reference here), you will more than likely be invited to at least one holiday gathering- dinner party or otherwise. As anyone knows, Emily Post would encourage you not to turn up empty handed. While there is debate whether or not bringing good spirits, alcoholic and emotional, is enough, my personal opinion is that it’s always a welcome surprise to receive something other than a bottle of Chateau Diana that was picked up from Duane Reade or the deli on the way over. Be it pricey or just playful, there are plenty of fun options to be presented to your gracious host(ess) as a token of appreciation for organizing the soirée.

1. Williams-Sonoma Monogram Collection Salad Plates, 2. Limited Edition Golden Monogram Mug, 3. AERIN Round Match Striker, 4. Mistletoe Stem, 5. Cire Trudon Le Grande Bougie Melchior Myrrh and Benzoin, 6. Wishbone Bottle Opener, 7. Toasts & Tributes by John Bridges and Bryan Curtis, 8. Linen Satin Stitch Cocktail Napkins, 9.Set of 2 Copper Moscow Mule Mugs, 10. D.L. & Co. 12 Days of Christmas Candle Set, 11. Soiree Opus Wine Gadgets Gift Set, 12. Lékué Macaron Kit, 13. Argentinean Candy Jar

Happy hosting.

xx,

WhyDid

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Setting the Mood: I’m a Creep

By Kirsten|October 22nd, 2012|Setting the Mood|

Well, I was trying to avoid it altogether… but you can’t fight the calendar. Halloween and its impending skank parade are fast approaching, so we may as well just address this situation head on. Perhaps I’m just old now or I’ve seen one too many “naughty nurse” or “frisky flight attendant” but I’ve about had it with the oh so obvious “insert the word slutty in front of” Halloween costume. It would appear we can turn just about anything erotic… even a skunk. So, how about this year we go for artistic makeup or eery attire as opposed to exposing our ass cheeks for all of the city to see? Let’s keep creepy classy and besides, subtle is most sexy.

Illamasqua Lipstick in Pristine (Matte Black), $24, McQ by Alexander McQueen Skull Intarsia Mohair Sweater Dress, $635, Monserat De Lucca Skull Bracelet, $150, D.L. & Co. Skull Cased Candle, $135

Happy haunting!

xx,

WhyDid

Gift Guide: By the Numbers

By Kirsten|December 20th, 2011|Gift Guide|

We’re down to the wire, people. If you still have a few folks left on your list, chances are that you’ve either already spent all of your money on everyone else, or you were saving the best for last (wink, wink). Whatever the case may be, it can be completely overwhelming to walk into a crowded department store, let alone the internet, full of so much stuff that you don’t know where to even begin. So, if you’ve got a strict budget to follow, or you’re just cheap, I have sorted out some fun and festive last minute gifts that you can scoop up and save yourself from the surname of Scrooge. This will save you the trouble of picking out something that you can’t (or don’t want to) afford. You’re welcome. Consider this my gift to you.

1. Cry About It Bandages, $7, 2. bumble and bumble Pin Tin, $15, 3. MoMA Design Store Cubes Perpetual Calendar, $15, 4. Voluspa Boxed Votive in Crisp Champagne, $7, 5. Banksy Notecard Box, $15.95, 6. philosophy Marshmallows for Toasting, $16, 7. The Modern Cocktail Champagne Topper, $9.99, 8. Salt&Pepper Bank, Oinks! Millions in the Making, $12.99 , 9. Archie Grand for J. Crew Blogs Notebook, $10

1. Monopoly Sephora Edition, $23.25, 2. D.L. & Co. Naughty/Nice Journal, $40, 3. Sonia Kashuk Silver Holiday 6pc. Brust Set, $22.99, 4. Stila Music’s Biggest Night Makeup Player, $50, 5. Bike Navigation System iPhone Case, $45, 6. Little Black Dress Hanging Jewelry Organizer, $24.99, 7. Fresh Mini Sugar Kissing Trio, $28, 8. Bodum Eileen 8 Cup French Press Coffee Maker, $49.95, 9. Stott Pilates Eco-Friendly Mat, $44.99

1. Balenciaga L’Essence Candle, $65, 2. Michael Kors Textured Leather Passport Holder, $60, 3. Minnetonka Softsole Sheepskin Moccasins, $67, 4. Alexander McQueen Enamel Skull Key Ring, $95, 5. Gaga’s Workshop x Barney’s Diamond Teacup, $65, 6. Jonathan Adler Carnaby Porcelain Hollywood Coasters, $68, 7. Cynthia Vincent for Piperlime Pouch, $58.99, 8. Club Monaco Michelle Beret, $60, 9. Rebecca Minkoff Set of 2 Best Friends iPhone Covers, $68,

1. Jennifer Meyer Gold ‘Love You’ Bracelet, $600, 2. Lounge Lover Travel Babe Modal and Cashmere Lounge Set, $475, 3. Portolano Cashmere Lined Leather Gloves, $125, 4. Jonathan Adler Needlepoint Backgammon Game, $295, 5. Bobbi Brown Fall 2012 Beauty Trunk, $1,000, 6. D.L. & Co. Rotten Luck Dice, $209, 7. Balenciaga Classic Skinny Leash, $275, 8. Jimmy Choo Teddy Glitter Finished Leather Luggage Tag, $195, 9. CC Home Furnishings 4 Person Eco Friendly Picnic Basket, $156.99,

Get your shopping done so you can get to what’s really important. Eggnog.

xx,

WhyDid

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

WhyDid’s Gift Guide: $50 and Under!

By Kirsten|December 14th, 2010|Gift Guide|

Alright, there are less than twelve days until Christmas, so let’s start this partridge in a pear tree gifting off with a bang! What do you buy your friends with out spending a bundle? You don’t want to come off as cheap, but let’s be serious, the economy blows. So, let’s meet halfway. Today, we’ll delve into great gifts for anyone fifty dollars and under. Ready, set, shop!

D.L. and Co. Or et Noir Candle, $50