Happy New Year...

Ring in 2015 with champagne and sparkles!

images courtesy of (1)Anthropologie.com, (2,3) Pinterest

Eve ...

Spending the final freezing days of 2014 with a few friends...

image by EJT

Deck the Halls... Day 25

The day has finally come...

The tree is sparkling...

The cookies are baking...

The guests are about to arrive...

Merry Christmas!

xx The EJT

Deck the Halls... Day 24

Have you checked your list... twice?

One last gift idea...

Start the new year with some glitter!

Glitter push-pop confetti, available at Thimble Press

image courtesy of Thimble Press

Deck the Halls... Day 23

Still stuck?  Here are a few last minute ideas, that don't feel last minute...

For the Soul-Cycle groupie...

Soul Cycle gift card, from $34

For the traveller...

The Graham & Co. is an easy two hour drive from NYC, close to ski resorts, hiking trails, and charming local restaurants.

from $125 per night, The Graham & Co.

For the thrill-seeker...

Explore NYC via Jet Ski - around the Statue of Liberty, under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, and coast along Battery Park.

from $225, season starts again in April, Jetty Jumpers

The Hot Ticket item...

Tickets to the Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon

tickets are technically free, but do require some luck!

images via SoulCycle.com, theGrahamandCo.com, JettyJumpers.com and NBCUniversalStore.com

Deck the Halls... Day 22

What to get the Type A person on your list?

The new Fitbit Charge. 

Track your steps, distance, calories, sleep, and active minutes; set alarms, and see who is calling you using the caller id feature.   

Never wonder how many steps it is from the fridge to the couch again!

from $129.95 available at Fitbit

image courtesy of Fitbit.com

Deck the Halls... Day 21

For the design buff on your list...

Classic textiles with a modern touch - these pillows are a welcome addition to couches everywhere.

Available at Small Gunns

image courtesy of SmallGunns.com

Deck the Halls... Day 20

A Shoeday Saturday Stocking Stuffer!

(say that five times fast!)

available at Sleepy Jones, $24

image courtesy of SleepyJones.com

Deck the Halls... Day 19

The homestretch... Gifts under $50

For the jetsetter...

J.Crew flannel sleep mask, $16.50

For the train platform...

C. Wonder cable mittens, $38

For the new driver...

Maria Mason leather lanyard keychain, $26

For the hostess...

Coral & Tusk bunny holly tea towel, $40

For the techy...

Night cable, from Native Union, is an extra long weighted cable making charging anywhere a reality, $40

images courtesy of above

Deck the Halls... Day 18

For the outdoorsman...

It's not Christmas if there isn't an item from Patagonia under the tree. 

This down jacket with contrast trim is the perfect addition to his weekend tailgate wardrobe.

Available at Patagonia

image courtesy of Patagonia.com

Deck the Halls... Day 17

For the gadget obsessed...

The Apple iPhone 6

image courtesy of Apple and TheEJT 

Deck the Halls... Day 16

For the girl that has everything?

A Donni Charm scarf.  Two scarves, asymmetrically sewn together for a layered look.

available at Barneys

image courtesy of Barneys.com

Deck the Halls... Day 15

For the women with perpetually perfect tresses...  

the Cadillac of hair dryers - the Harry Josh Pro Dryer.

available at Dermstore

image courtesy of eonline.com

Deck the Halls... Day 14

For the new-home-owners... a Dropcam Pro.

This clever device can roam a 130 degree radius and zoom in 8x while feeding video into your iPhone, iPad or computer.  

Even when away from home, always have an eye on the Palace!

available at Dropcam

image courtesy of Dropcam

Deck the Halls... Day 13

Sneakers aren't just for the gym anymore.

Contemplate your 2015 Resolution list while wearing some cool kicks!

Nike zoom pegasus 31 mesh sneakers, $115 available at Net-a-Porter

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Deck the Halls... Day 12

A few things I am hoping to find under the tree this year ...

A book about my favorite place

available at Assouline

If Santa is feeling really generous... 

M2Malletier available at Net-a-Porter

Marni, Marni, Marni!

Never enough Marni

Cashmere!

available at Derek Lam

A new pair of flats are always a good idea!

available at Barneys

images courtesy of above

Deck the Halls... Day 11

How cute is this buffalo check vest from J.Crew?!

I know one girl who would like to open this Christmas morning...

Excursion quilted vest, $138 available at JCrew

Use code: MERRYMERRY for 30% off your purchase.

image courtesy of JCrew.com

Deck the Halls... Day 10

For the cook on your list…

Huckleberry: Stories, Secrets and Recipes from our Kitchen.

Santa Monica's breakfast hotspot spills their secrets on their famous rustic cakes, muffins, scones and quiches.  

available at Amazon

image courtesy of Huckleberry

Deck the Halls... Day 9

There is a little shop on 92nd Street and Madison Avenue that is the ultimate gift giving mecca.

Monograms off Madison has become my go-to for 40th birthday gifts, new baby gifts, father's day gifts, house warming gifts, you name it, they have the solution.

The best part - they do nearly all of their monogramming in house!

Monograms off Madison

646.5465993 

image courtesy of Instagram/MonogramsoffMadisom

Deck the Halls... Day 8

Add a little sparkle under the tree with this Eddie Borgo bicolor necklace.

circle estate necklace in blue, $495 available at Saks Fifth Avenue

image courtesy of Saks.com

Deck the Halls... Day 7

For the littlest JCrew groupie...

A Crewcuts cardigan to wear with her Crewcuts dresses, skirts and tees!

Heart me cardigan, $59.50 available at Crewcuts

image courtesy of Crewcuts

Deck the Halls... Day 6 Bonus!

Some things are just so good, you don't want to miss out.

This adorable Rochas bag is on sale M'Oda Operandi.

Better hurry before Santa's elves snatch them all up!

Rochas textured leather shoulder bag

image courtesy of ModaOperandi.com

Deck the Halls... Day 6

... And, Shoeday Saturday.

Sip on some eggnog and twirl around the dance floor in these jewel encrusted Tory Burch Flats.    

embellished metallic flats, $295 available at Net-a-Porter

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

It's party time...

This is exactly what I want to wear to all of my Holiday parties this season.

The peplum top allows for a few more hors d'oeuvres and pants add some shelter from the cold.  Accent with a few bangles and a pair of heels and you are ready to go!  

Get the look entirely on sale:

 Tibi top,  here

J.Crew pants, here

Sergio Rossi shoes, here

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Deck the Halls... Day 5

For the guy that has everything? Shinola.

Detroit built, hand made watches, that are made to last.

Go for a classic black or white face, or channel his beloved fairways and go for green!

Shinola Runwell Sport Chrono 48mm, $875 at Shinola

image courtesy of Shinola.com

Deck the Halls... Day 4

For the girl who has everything...  

Victoria Beckham's newly launched leopard pouch.

small zip pouch, $810 available at Victoria Beckham

image courtesy of VictoriaBeckham.com

Deck the Halls... Day 3

For the Adventurer on your list... 

Their own Stand Up Paddleboard. And, don't forget the oar too!

NSP - Universal Fun and Fitness SUP, $1295 available at Main Beach Sports

image courtesy of Main Beach Sports 

Deck the Halls… Day 2

For your twin...

Chances if it is on your list, it should be on your dear sisters list too!

 DKNY lace top, $235 available at Net-a-Porter

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Deck the Halls... Day 1

 It's time to make a list, and check it twice.

EJT's guide to the best gifts to give (and receive) is back!

Last year it was all about the Dior tribal earrings, this season it is Spinelli Kilcollin rings.  

One of a kind and made to order, the options are limitless.

The linked rings can be worn stacked on one finger, or across three.  

'sonny gold' rings, $2600 available at Spinelli Kilcollin

images courtesy of Spinelli Kilcollin