Opening Ceremony's All Occasion Coat features a detachable scarf as well as a detachable hood, giving you a variety a styling options

These dress socks from Seize sur Vingt manage to add just the right dose of fun to a staid menswear staple, without venturing into tacky territory.

I like the vivid hue and architectural shape of the Michael Kors Debutante Cutout Wedge.

This grey Trudeau briefcase by Want is a great alternative to black or tan. Pair with your smartest skinny suit.

A. Kurtz goes moves beyond military-inspired caps and ventures into cold weather with the Radar Rib Brian Cap

Feeling blue about your wintry pallor? Try a satin finish in a rich jewel tone. The sapphire hue of Ingwa; melero's Dita dress sparkles against pale, winter skin

You couldn't possibly fear the cold in Surface to Air's Stitches Parka, which features banded cuffs, a drawstring hood, inside pockets, and an irregular quilted pattern.

If you still don't know how to wear a boy cardigan, Scotch & Soda has you covered. This one comes as a shirt-and-cardi combo.

My new favorite layering piece is this Kiki de Montparnasse garter tank. Pair the semi-sheer cotton tank with a structured pencil skirt for a high/low look, or a high-waisted pant.

Here's a stylish way to keep warm this winter. Victor Osbourne's Tyrol cap has adjustable ear warmers to keep you feeling toasty.

I usually shudder at the thought of pastel hues, but Doo.ri is a label I trust to do them right. It's a shame the necklace doesn't come with this dress -- I initially thought it was part of the collar detail.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Seaboard silk dress. I could sail away somewhere in this one. I like that it references the nautical "trend" we see every spring without being too literal in its interpretation.

Another hit from Pedro Garcia. This cute ankle-wrap number is the perfect party shoe.

A clear plastic frame is a fresh new take on a great shape. Stella McCartney transparent suns, $240.

Another great layering piece from J. Lindeberg. The Nick Chainstripe Oxford looks great layered under sweaters or on its own. Was $109, now practically free.

J.Lindeberg has a little brother. The designer recently launched a slightly more youthful, supposedly edgier line called JOHAN. Here's a slim cardi I like.

I love a navy trench. This Rag & Bone number is a winner, and thanks to After Christmas sales, is now available for 25 % off.

An interesting style by Orthodox. You have to zoom in for the weave detail. Available through The Closet.

I am officially obsessed with Styleserver, where I just came across this great dress by Sarah Heartbo. I love the rich, saturated, emerald hue.

The perfect accoutrement to play a modern day bandit, making mischief all over the city. Cashmere handkerchief scarf by Lala.

I love the colllar on this B.Son hoodie.

Sarah Heartbo's Golden Dress is a party in itself. Available at Styleserver.

Mike & Chris's Suffolk Hoodie comes in black (shown) and navy. $198 @ Active Endeavors (save 20% with dicount code "holidays").

This Ingwa Melero Dress features beautiful details such as delicate chain straps. It's perfect for holiday party-hopping.

Pedro Garcia has been doing the frayed satin thing for many seasons now. I guess he knows better than to mess with a good thing. Here's one of his best designs yet.

Steel Cake are a Brooklyn-based watchmakers whose pared down aesthetic is perfect for the modern man.

The pleats on this 3.1 Phillip Lim top create a great drape, and I love the keyhole and tie detail at the back.

Pintuck detailing can give a lovely shape and movement to a garment. It's used to great effect on this dress by Diane von Furstenburg.

Contrast collars can fun up a shirt. I love this stretch polo with striped shirt collar by C'N'C Costume National.

Nixon watches have a kitschy-retro appeal but feature cutting edge technology. This one is appropriately named The Player, and features a real diamond embedded in the wood paneled face.

Alexander Wang updates the denim jacket with an almost-black finish, bracelet-length sleeves, and a slim, shirt-like fit. Nero jacket, now on sale @ Blaec.

French label Surface to Air also makes great jewelry for the menfolk, like this sword necklace. Now on sale at Factory People.

Steven Alan knows ties. The purveyor of stylish menswear's current offerings include this great skinny tie. I like the subtle pattern on this woolly one.

So many dress sales, so little time. Net-a-Porter has some great little frocks at up to 60% off. I love this easy, breezy dress by Malene Birger. Now $153 and perfect for resort.

I love the way this 80's inspired, electric purple mini-dress drapes. $128 at French Connection.

Here's a great men's cardigan that screams neither prepster nor hipster, but just right. By Scotch $ Soda.

This Rick Owens Lilies padded funnel-neck coat is my favorite coat of the season. The collar folds down to elegantly frame the face, and the body-skimming cut creates a beautiful silhouette.

Here's a pea coat for men that's great for both work and play. By Scotch & Soda.

Shades of Greige is quickly becoming one of my favorite menswear labels - button-down with oversized military pockets at Oak. [And other black friday sale/coupon roundups!]

I've tried this nubby wool hooded jacket on in store and it's beautiful. It'll come out to about $247.50 with BCBG's current promotion.

G-Star always has great utilitarian, urban-minded looks. G-Star black jacket, $198 @ S|Sense.

I'm all about the elbow-length glove, and this pair by Sonia Rykiel is really fun. $105 @ Otte.

Apolis Activism is quickly becoming one of my favorite menswear labels, and they definitely take the prize for favorite trio of fair-trade loving brothers. Cashmere crewneck sweater, $264.

Lately I'm into shirts with ultra thin stripes. Veronique Branquinho's black stripe shirt, $280 @ South Willard. I love the placement of her tiny logo (right side, lower third).

12th Street by Cynthia Vincent's Tourmaline Mini Dress is great as a party frock because it's not a traditional holiday color, so you'll stand out from the sea of black satin. It'll also transition well into Spring.

I love this look from the 3.1 Philip Lim fall/winter collection. I like the way he uses bright pops of color with neutrals.