HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: 5 Fab Gifts at Urban Outfitters

Here are five fab gift options at Urban Outfitters. Get to shopping!

Candela Chain Boots, $328.00


Stila Eye Shadow Set, $18.00


Ecote Faux Fur Backpack, $68.00


Deena & Ozzy Ribbed Eternity Scarf, $34.00


Ion USB Portable Turntable, $140.00

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: 5 Fab Gifts at Barney's New York

Love shopping at Barney's New York? Here are 5 fab gifts that you should put on your list.

Altuzarra Paneled Jacket, $3695.00


Miu Miu Platform Sandal, $650.00


3.1 Phillip Lim Cameron Flower Clutch, $475.00


Judy Geib Bon Bon Earrings, $1625.00



Jennifer Ouelette Cap, $165.00

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: 25 Gifts Under $25

Ahhhh, its that time again. Time to pull out the ol' trusty wallet and drop a few pennies on holiday gifts for the loved ones. So here are a few suggestions for the recession-weary. It's a jungle out there. Be careful. But get to shopping!



Sequin Cardi @ Forever 21, $24.80


Field of Posies Shoe Bag @ B Hold Bags, $24.00


Peacock Bra & Panty @ Charlotte Russe
, $10.50 and $4.50



The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping @ Twine, $18.95


Flower and Lucite Necklace @ New York and Company, $24.95


Glitter Coin Purse @ TopShop, $12.00


Sequin Sleepshirt @ Victoria's Secret, $19.99


Metallic Scarf @ Rumor, $19.00


Jonathan Adler 2010-2011 Agenda Book @ See Jane Work, $20.00


The Cheshire T-Shirt @ Threadless, $18.00


Pendant Necklace @ White House|Black Market, $24.99


Flip-Top Mittens @ Old Navy, $9.50


Ruched With Love Socks @ Nasty Gal, $18.00


SPADE Flats @ Bakers Shoes, $19.99


Peace Joy Love Tea Towels @ Paper Source, $16.95


The Complete Manual of Things That Might Kill You @ Knock Knock, $19.95


Trudeau 3-in-1 Fondue Set @ Target, $24.99


Studded Anklet Socks @ J.Crew, $6.99


Artistic Endeavour Apron @ Anthropologie, $19.95


OPI Nail Polish Set @ Sephora, $22.00


Robot Watch Necklace @ Lulu's, $20.00


Fashionable eReader Pouch @ Delight.com, $24.50


Wool Bow Beanie @ Urban Outfitters, $24.00


Leopard Ring w/Green Rhinestone Eyes @ Fred Flare, $16


Supernatural|Superglossy Lip Gloss @ Philosophy, $16.50

You Know That Fakes Are Never In Fashion! Protect Yourself on Cyber Monday

The Capitol Fashionista supports Harper’s Bazaar’s Fakes Are Never In Fashion™ initiative. Harper's Bazaar has been working for years to expose the criminal activities connected to the sales of counterfeit products, especially those sold online. Learn how to spot a fake web site and counterfeit goods online in order to avoid being scammed this Cyber Monday.

Tips to shop online safely this Cyber Monday:

• Only buy from authentic websites: Although we know you may be tempted to find the best deals. If there are spelling and grammar mistakes, unprofessional looking designs or a contact form without a legitimate address, email and/or phone number, proceed with caution. You can even take it a step further and call them before you make your purchase to make sure it is legitimate.


• Do your homework: Learn about the brand or product you wish to purchase. With regards to apparel and accessories, study the logo placement, stitching, country of origin and hardware. This way you will be prepared to spot a fake.


• If the price is too good to be true, it probably is.


• Be wary of online auction sites: If the seller is only showing a stock image of the product and no actual photos they have taken, it is most likely a scam. Also look out for the words “factory seconds.” For many designers, factory seconds don’t exist because the products that don’t live up to the brand’s standards are destroyed.

Shop safely but get to shopping!