The color experts at Pantone announced just days ago that Honeysuckle is the color of the year for 2011. “In times of stress, we need something to lift our spirits. Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going,” says Pantone Color Institute’s executive director, Leatrice Eiseman. A little color can go a long way, and who couldn’t use a little lift to their spirits now and then? So here are a few pops you can add to your wardrobe right now for a trend-right punch of “feel good.” Click on an image for product details ..read more

Scott Schuman, courtesy of Wayne Nippets It’s a “very simple idea: I just go out and shoot people that I find particularly inspiring in some way…Anything from a top fashion editor to a bullfighter.” –The Sartorialist Scott Schuman is the force behind the influential style blog the Sartorialist. The photography blog of The New York Times, Lens, caught up with Schuman, putting together an interview and collection of narrated moving images. We loved getting a glimpse of the talented man behind the camera and reliving a few of our favorite posts. Watch the video and read the interview at Lens ..read more

An old brooch, a beautiful button, sprigs of fragrant evergreen—these are just a few of the creative touches you can add to your wrappings this season for a personalized gift that incorporates a bit of stylish whimsy. It’s a perfect way to add that extra-thoughtful touch to a standard paper and bow. See more inspirational ways to repurpose items you already have around your home at Design*Sponge. Still haven’t found the perfect gift to put in the box? Find out if your friends and family have created a Wish List this year, or see all our gifts under $100 for him or for her ..read more

Earlier this year the fashion industry lost one of its greats, Alexander McQueen. As a tribute to the life and genius of this award-winning, industry-changing man, Nick Knight has created this stunning film. A respected and well-known photographer, Knight is also the director and founder of SHOWstudio—a fashion & art Internet broadcasting channel. On his piece, which celebrates and pays homage to McQueen’s creations, Knight writes: “This film is my way of speaking about a very unique and important person who changed my life. My desire was to speak in some way about the dark and the light ..read more

The brainchild of three young college men, the nonprofit Krochet Kids International has one mission: to empower people to rise above poverty. They’re doing just that—empowering—by teaching women in Uganda to crochet hats, the profits of which go directly back to the hat’s maker to help her break the cycle of poverty and dependence on humanitarian aid. We’re happy to announce that these hats are now available both online and in store. It was our pleasure to speak with Stewart Ramsey, co-founder of Krochet Kids, about the program’s goals and how it all came to life. What gave you the idea to st ..read more

With temperatures dropping and rainy days coming, it’s the perfect time of year to climb into comfort. From movie nights and lazy days to a few stolen moments cuddling up, here’s how we’re keeping cozy at home. And it goes without saying—any of these make a perfect-for-anyone gift. Loungewear For her: Make & Model. Mix or match any of their tees ($22) and pants ($28). Both for $38. For him: Daniel Buchler. Super soft, and each piece is only $39. Throws Snuggle up with your favorite hot drink under one of these Nordstrom-exclusive throws. Starting at $38. Slippers Keeping your toes toast ..read more

“I believe that chic should be accessible, and the key to achieving accessibility is injecting your personality. My antidote to tired tastefulness is to lay the foundation of good decorating and then punctuate with a dash of levity. Just a dash!” Last Friday, the charming and witty Jonathan Adler—home-décor and interior designer extraordinaire—stopped by our Seattle flagship store to meet his fans and introduce his two new books on achieving home décor with personality, Happy Chic Accessorizing and Happy Chic Colors. We wanted to know more about his unique take on interior design and how to b ..read more

These are the people we can’t wait to see on the streets of the Big Apple. Their fashion know-how always astounds us. Shine By Three blogger, Clinique brand ambassador, law student, stylist and Harper’s Bazaar contributor (to name a few pursuits), Margaret Zhang proves her worth as more than just a street-style starlet. Characterized by her gamine style, the Australian always delivers, whether it’s tailored pantsuits, innovative layers, oversized statement pieces or a standout coat. Former lawyer-turned-Nylon Market Director Preetma Singh continually storms Fashion Week with her unrivaled sar ..read more

Listen: Aquaria by Boots He produced an impressive amount of Beyoncé’s 2013 self-titled album. He collaborates with genre-pushing artists like Run the Jewels and FKA Twigs. Yet this is Jordy Asher‘s debut. Uneven as it is, Aquaria shows the breadth of his producing talents within the confines of driving electro-pop, occasionally even charting new yet vague musical waters. The Miraculous by Anna von Hausswolff Von Hausswolff’s bittersweet vocals over a 9,000-pipe organ may be the perfect melancholy music for winter. But this Swedish chanteuse is no canary: her voice cuts and wails as it sings ..read more