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Are you looking for a gift that makes a stylish winter statement? Turn heads this season in extraordinary furs. From the top, Carmen Marc Valvo displays feminine chic style with this brightener-added Tibetan lamb bolero. Here at V.F. we are loving Christian Cota’s red dyed feathered fox fur du jour for this fall and his natural coyote and wool vest gives extra attitude to any outfit. These new fur it-pieces feel totally luxe and are available only in the Maximilian Fur Salon at Bloomingdale’s. Like Maximilian Furs on Facebook or follow @MaximilianFurs on Twitter to stay connected to luxury looks like these.

Calling all Chicago residents! Let’s acknowledge a certain truth—a week is instantaneously enhanced when there’s at least one post-work soiree that includes sips, snacks, and shopping. So, why settle for good when this week can be great? Kate Spade New York, along with Alaina Kaczmarski and Danielle Moss of the savvy blog, the Everygirl, are inviting you to catch up with friends and shop amid beautiful racks of clothing and accessories at Kate Spade’s Chicago store (located at 56 Oak Street). Stop by this Thursday, November 15, between 6-8 PM and enjoy 20% off your entire purchase. RSVP today by calling 312-654-8853.

When you see the ampersand symbol, it means Eileen Fisher has a story to tell about their efforts to protect the environment, empower women and girls, and preserve traditional crafts and cultures.  Take the Eileen Fisher Fair Trade sweater for example (which I absolutely adore). This comfy sweater from Peru is made of organic cotton that forgoes the chemicals, relying instead on age-old practices: crop rotation, beneficial bugs, and the wisdom of farmers. Who knew? I love a piece of clothing that not only looks and feels great, but is eco-friendly at the same time. Dig deeper and learn more at eileenfisher.com/ampersand.

Break out of your everyday beauty routine and dare to try this month’s Vintage Glamour Challenge. We know there’s an inner diva inside of you, so bring her out with this month’s Revlon^® Expression Experiment challenge. Revlon’s Vintage Glamour challenge is all about trying iconic makeup looks: from a red-carpet lip to a scene-stealing eye, explore new techniques to create celeb-worthy style and then show us what you’ve got. Visit apps.facebook.com/ expression experiment to begin.

The gentlemen of the V.F.C.S.D. are always searching for the perfect shoe—one that can withstand the elements while remaining classic and distinguished. A tall order, to be sure. Lucky for us that authentic style and superior craftsmanship are the trademarks of Clarks men’s shoes and boots. Since 1825, Clarks shoes have been synonymous with a commitment to quality, offering the finest leathers, textiles, and construction techniques—the true substance behind Clarks style. From burnished leather boots to polished oxfords, Clarks footwear honors this storied tradition with timeless looks that have a modern sensibility. Shop the collection at clarksusa.com and get free shipping and returns.

Life’s too short to not throw some whimsy into your wardrobe. One of the easiest ways is to add “sartorial socks” as your everyday fashion staples. Stripes, a kicky pattern, a pop of color—all of which can be incorporated into any man’s wardrobe, whether you skew peacock dandy or conservative cool. Some great ones can be found at Paul Smith, J. Crew, and Barneys New York, among others. Now start living!