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By Suzy Bacino
Photographs by Mark Gilliland
cozy kitchen
Put away the knife. This pumpkin-shaped tureen and single-serving bowl come pre-carved—by American potter Barbara Eigen, no less. Lidded Pumpkin Tureen, $48; Lidded Pumpkin Bowl, $16; Autumnal Ceramic Gourd, $34. Williams–Sonoma Home, Plaza Frontenac, 314-983-9467, wshome.com.
it’s time
Get a jump on your holiday shopping, and snap up these clever digital watches for all the men in your life. He can change the strap as his mood—or outfit—changes. Michael Young black digital watch with webbing strap, $105, silver watch with black band, $95. Additional straps $10 each. Uma, 1100 Locust, 314-241-9990, iloveuma.com.
black magic
Leather trim and asymmetrical styling make this wool coat an instant classic. Mackage Luzia coat, $550. Byrd, 8117 Maryland, 314-721-0766.
mercury rising
A shot of mercury goes a long way. Raise the temp by adding some sparkle to a drab table or bookcase. Mercury glass jars with lids, $25 each, bird, $20. The White Rabbit, 9241 Manchester, 314-963-9784, thewhiterabbitstl.com.
get your kicks
Break out the boots! The perfect blend of wearability and style, these boots will complement just about every item in your closet. Wear them all day, thanks to the low heel, and pair them with skirts, pants, minidresses—you name it! Biviel boots, $245. Ziezo, 6394 Delmar, 314-725-9602.
funny face
What woman hasn’t wished she were a little like Audrey? After leafing through this realistic scrapbook, at least we feel like we know her a little better than before. The Audrey Hepburn Treasures, $49.95. Papyrus, Saint Louis Galleria, 314-721-3208.
measure up
Better than marking your wall or door frame, these handy growth charts come with age stickers that you paste to your child’s height. When she’s all grown-up, the chart becomes a keepsake that she can take with her. Charts, $16 each. City Sprouts, 6354 Delmar, 314-726-9611.
love in a bag
What bag, given the opportunity, could double as a pillow? This one. Incredibly soft, puffy leather and the ability to hold a small village make this the ultimate travel accessory. Mirage leather fleur-de-lis bag, $375. Play, 8109 Maryland, 314-498-0921.
fully vested
Don’t rush the coats—try a vest instead! Layered with a thin sweater, a great vest will warm and delight you, plus you’ll look hot. Fornarina black puff-sleeved sweater, $106, and Cesar Arellanes Fireball vest, $198. Ziezo, 6394 Delmar, 314-725-9602.
the bangles
Upgrade your current outfit by adding a stack of hammered gold bangles. The wire-wrapped vermeil stones add interest, while the gentle clack they make on your wrist reminds you just how chic you are. Janna Conner 18-karat gold-plated bangles, set of five, $173. The Haute Shop, 8232 Forsyth, 314-721-4008.
coasting
Instantly dress up your coffee table with bright silicone coasters. Protecting your table while decorating … now that’s a good thing. Nova silicone coasters, set of four, $15. Good Works, 6323 Delmar, 314-726-2233, goodworksfurniture4u.com.