Shop This NYC-Based Fashion Editor's Picks

last updated 14 August 2019

My wardrobe and I have an interesting relationship. It ebbs and flows, you might say. Some months I love what I've edited for myself and can effortlessly pluck an outfit off of the hangers with ease, while in other months I feel that all-too-familiar sense that there is nothing for me to wear (even though there is obviously plenty for me to wear). It's an ever-evolving creative process that I, as a fashion writer and editor, admittedly really care about. If you're reading this, you likely share the same belief that what you put on your body is an expression of your creativity, so for me, the idea of adding and subtracting things in my closet for the greater purpose of feeling confident and expressive is something I get joy out of.

This season I've found myself gravitating toward jewelry and accessories, which is always an inspiring endeavor due to the fact that shoemakers and jewelers always have such interesting stories about the way their products are crafted. I've also stocked up on some winter essentials like knits and outerwear and even slipped in a few festive fête-ready pieces, like a velvet hair bow. To help inspire your own December stylings, I assembled a list of what I recently added to my wardrobe so you can shop the pieces you love and maybe even discover a new brand or two!

Frankie

Scarf Sweater

It's a scarf and sweater, thank you very much.

Brook & York

Claire Signet Ring

I like things more when they have my initials on them, so sue me.

Sleeper

Light Blue Christmas Pajamas

Fancy pajamas: the perfect excuse to stay in on New Year's Eve.

By Far

Tanya Deep Green Velvet Heels

I'll style these with a sheer black sock for holiday parties this season.

SVNR

Lhasa Earring

SVNR is my new favorite jewelry brand. The designer uses recycled materials to create amazing earrings that are sold as singles.

Farrow

Clio Wooden Barrette

My hair needs to be tamed when it's cold and windy outside—this barrette is the perfect solution.

Merlette

Soliman Dress

I know I'll be itching to fly somewhere warm come early January, so this dress is an investment in my future.

Monogram

Magnifique Baby Tee

My favorite graphic-tee brand, Monogram, just released this charming T-shirt.

The Make

Joan Earrings

These handmade earrings just arrived at The Make, and I'm obsessed with every colorway.

Mother

The Pixie Dazzler Ankle Fray

Everything from the hardware to the silhouette to the wash makes these jeans a flattering pick.

Rouje

Jacques Jacket

You honestly can't go wrong with a check blazer; it's the perfect way to give your look a quick lift.

Stella and Bow

Olivia Hoops

I oddly enough didn't own a simple pair of gold hoops, so these are now on my lobes.

Jennifer Behr

Velvet Bow Barrette

Found: cute holiday hair accessory.

Trademark

Goodall Bucket

Trademark's bag and shoe game is consistently on point. This is good for the brand but bad for my banking account.

Veda

Tuscan Silk Wrap Dress

This icy shade of mint green works for both winter and spring, making it an especially worthy investment.

Up next: six winter dressing mistakes I can confirm are awful.

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Nicole Kliest is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City who focuses on fashion, travel, food, wine, and pretty much anything else that's amusing to write about. After graduating from Pepperdine University with a bachelor's in journalism and creative writing, she started her career back in 2010 as Who What Wear's photo editor and throughout the last decade has contributed to publications including Fashionista, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, The Zoe Report, PopSugar, Fodor's Travel, and several others. She also copywrites and has worked with clients such as Frame, Sea, 3x1, Intelligentsia, and others to develop brand voices through storytelling and creative marketing. She's very passionate about the ways we can improve our sustainability efforts in the fashion industry as well as cultivating content that's diverse and inclusive of all people. When she's not checking out the latest restaurant opening in her West Village neighborhood or riding her bicycle along the West Side Highway, she can be found scheming her next trip somewhere around the world. (Up next is Vienna.)