When you walk into A Time For Children, you may think you are in just another trendy kids store on the Upper West Soie. The merchandise is adorable but what sets this store apart is that 100 per cent of the proceeds go directly to the Children’s Aid Society o New York. And all the employees? Well, they are participants in a retail program also funded by The Children’s Aid Society of New York. This is an extraordinary vision and an extraordinary store. I have found countless of beyond adorable items for my  boy there. I suggest you check it out!

Are the neckties getting knotty? The scarf set a wee bit worn? Just a tad tired with footsie PJ’s? If you’re looking for something unique to add to your holiday gift list this year, then don’t miss The Five Days of Jellio! Starting on Monday, November 29th, for FIVE days only, Jellio will be launching their new collection of whimsical products at five great locations around NYC!

In addition, each location will be hosting an exciting event that ties in with the launch. Oh, but what is Jellio, you ask? Think of it as your childhood memories coming to life in the form of unique home furnishings. (If you’re a mom of the tween-set, then you’ve already seen Jellio featured on the “iGot A Hot Room” episode of iCarly. Does the Ice Cream Bench, Cupcake Table, Gummilights and Candelier ring a bell?) So save the dates…there’s always room for Jellio. For more info on where and when to enjoy The Five Days of Jellio visit: http://www.jellio.com/5daysofJellio.html

If you are in Westchester today and you are looking to get a leg up on your holiday shopping, stop by the Torbank Holiday Boutique and support local artists selling homemade toys, jewelry and more. Bu the main attraction will surely be the Angry Candlemaker. This cool set of 7 ‘deadly sins’ make the perfect holiday gift for anyone who has been naughty or nice! Or just order them online here.

Available now: 7Deadly – a line of 100% all-natural transgression-free bliss. Covet all 7 sins. Our soy candles are hand poured, carefully scented to assuage moral or ethical guilt, and packaged in 8 oz. tins that can be recycled for a multitude of uses – perfect for relieving one’s eco-conscience.

The Hat Shop has combined the best features of a department store (wide selection) with those of a milliner’s atelier (custom selection). Customers may choose from Chapeau Chateau – our very own in-house line of perennial favorites – in addition to the work of approximately 30 New York milliners.

Our staff provides personal attention and is sensitive to the concerns of both the first time hat buyer and the self-confessed “hat addict”. The hats can be ordered in a variety of colours, trim and more importantly each customer is ensured the proper fit. We pride ourselves on finding the appropriate hat style for each facial type, life style and occasion.

The collection falls into three basic categories: function, finishing, and flaunting.
The functional hat provides sun protection in the summer and warmth in the winter.
The finishing hat combines form and function to build, enhance, & finish an outfit
The flaunting hat is not for the faint hearted but rather for the frivolous femme fatale.

For more info, just click here!

Wether you are looking for a wearable interpretation 50’s inspired trend pioneered by Louis Vuitton in Paris or you crave the must-have camel coat for fall, you  find everyday savings of 25% to 65% at Banana Republic, Barneys New York Outlet, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Dooney & Bourke, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th and more. Join VIP Club (free) before you go for even MORE SAVINGS!

For more info and all store listings, just click here, my lil’ fashionistas! FYI less than  hours from Manhattan.

We all need a toss-everything-in tote, but most options always seem clumsy, or at best, boring. And always so…canvas. Thanks to Kate Spade’s quirky quotient, we now can tote a violet metallic foil-finish bag that is simultaneously practical and posh. The foil-finish Allana tote ($245) is snake-embossed fabric, so it’s lightweight and easy-breezy. Disco beach party, anyone?

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NAIL POLISH IN COOL SHADES OF BLUE FEELS FRESH
07.08.2010 | I was feeling blue waaaaay before Mr. Lagerfeld accessorized models’ nails with a pale shade of Wedgewood-esque blue for his 2011 Resort collection. Last fall, navy felt right. For spring, I opted for an icy shade of aquamarine. Early summer was all about royal blue. And now, I’ve totally fallen for turquoise — specifically Essie’s new Turquoise & Caicos. It looks just like the waters of the Caribbean, and makes me feel one pedicured step closer to paradise.

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Oh, my little cheese and beer lovers, I have found the perfect specialty food shop for you! Get out that metrocard and get over to GRAB on 7th ave in Windsor Terrace where Laura will hook you up! She will guide you through her dazzlingly delicious array of charcuterie, but it is the cheese and the beer that will blow you away! Brooklyn ricotta…YUM, and the Gracyn Homestead…perhaps one of the stinkiest cheeses on the planet was amazing, even if it does smell like a poopie diaper! And then you can wash it all down with that growler of beer you take to go….including many local brews, natch.

OMG…this place is incredible and the sweet proprietor Lilly is the best! Spanakopita just like the homeland, cookies, everything is INCREDIBLE, and AUTHENTIC.

Let’s just directly duct tape the BAKLAVA to my butt, please!

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