Elegant Lines

The graphite sticks had slipped to the bottom of my pencil case, so it was time to get them out again.

Having finished my daughter's socks, I begin my own pair.

Bad weather, laziness, agoraphobia, general ennui, misanthropy - all reasons to shop from home this holiday season. Another, better reason is Cyber Monday - the weekday after Black Friday, when nearly all of e-commerce slashes its prices. From big players like Amazon to celeb-driven lines like the Lauren Conrad Collection to a site filled with candy-wrapper bags by Nahui Ollin, there are deep discounts for anyone with a few dollars to spare and an Internet connection.

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The pair completed - this is the second one for a child. Now I'll begin some for myself.

Patricia Castillejo, a merchandiser for Mango, wears a printed Mango dress and Mango belt with boots by Uterque. "My look is bohemian," says Castillejo. See Castillejo's full look after the jump.

- Photo by Elizabeth Lippman

Pilot, asleep on the rug, near my father's feet. Five people and two dogs visiting - we have a house full of family.

- Photo by Elizabeth Lippman

Rebecca Daly, a fashion associate at Page Six Magazine, rocks a feminine Jodi Arnold dress, Kooba bag and Dani Black bondage shoes. Daly describes her look as, "ladylike" and "subversive."
"I'm drawn to the funkier, more interesting pieces in a collection," says Daly. More photos after the jump.

This check Wool Cozy Jacket from Free People is just the casual topper you need for that cold weather getaway.

Wear it with jeans and riding boots, over a wool dress or under your puffy parka when the temperature really takes a dive.

With a neat hook and eye closure, a full lining and ribbed shawl collar, it's a great deal at $174 down from $348 at Shop Bop.

I tied this wishing ribbon around my hand during part of my visit to this year's Carnegie International, Life on Mars, more than a month ago. The words of the wish have worn off, but the knots still hold.

Julia Restoin-Roitfeld wears a Mango dress, Miu Miu shoes and a vintage belt. "I'm not into brands, but I like mixing high fashion with street fashion for a total look," she says.

- Photo by Elizabeth Lippman