NOTCOT Holiday Special - Baxter of California is offering NOTCOT readers a 20% discount on all products using the code NOTCOT in the Coupon Code Section ~ good for 48 hours only ~ ends Sunday Dec 6th, midnight PST.

1970s vintage 'Lovely Pot' necklace from Rock 'n Rose!

Simple. Elegant. Luxurious. Elsa Peretti for Tiffany's lacquer bangles.

NOTCOT Holiday Giveaway #18: Incase is giving one winner a VIP Boxed Set of 4 Metallic Slider Cases for the iPhone 3G in Silver, Gun Metal, Gold, and Copper ~ so so gorgeous, perfect to switch with each outfit/mood or to match your nails...

The new Louis Vuitton ad campaign features Madonna in a French bistro themed shoot by photographer Steven Meisel.

Baracuta goes limited edition with their Japanese G9 Jacket. It’s a lightweight outerwear that is more athletic in style but can definitely be worn casually.

This wool jacket by Mirror Dash is perfect for the southern California winter.

Declared one of Canada’s 10 hottest designers by The Vancouver Sun, Allison Smith has been producing her Allison Wonderland line since 1998. An established designer, Allison has a keen eye for the the fashion sense and style of modern women.

TSOVET watch brand. I like the laminated leather band, hidden attachment to the body.

Holiday 2008 Lookbook from ModCloth.com. Beautifully shot, with tons of great outfit ideas...

The lacing at the back of this otherwise minimal Fiorentini and Baker boot is just the right detail. And the cognac color is so of the moment.

This leather jacket by Corpus has clean, modern lines with just enough detailing to give it a little extra edge. I love the epaulettes and the pocket detailing.

Pangea Organics ~ plant the holiday packaging and grow a SPRUCE TREE! Oh, and they are also offering you a 50% discount (friends & family, but you're friends now!)

A little bit of potty humor and bad puns from Baxter of California ~ the men's grooming line is including these silly, yet cleanly designed, matches with all orders this holiday season!

The corduroy trench coat by Caifornia brand Corpus is a uniquely crafted outerwear piece with a great fit.

The classic trench revamped with a versatile draped collar. Made from 100% Organic Cotton Canvas, by eco-friendly designer Elroy.

Tedwalk by Ted Noten launched a Exhibition last week at Stedelijk Museum’s in the Netherlands - For the occasion a little runway show (see video below) where 12 models wore 12 pieces created since 1995,

Tastemaker Joanna Goddard's holiday wishlist includes this chic stack of weathered rings.

A fashion illustrator's view on street fashion. Like the Sartorialist, but with colored pencils.

Quirky jewelry by Natural Historie - love this cloisonne deer on a strand of pearls.

Wonderful wool ties by Sovereign Beck. Loving the color infusion within...and can't go wrong with wool.

Gourmet NFN have released a small capsule collection for Holiday.

GLAM's sweetheart mini.this one's definitely for the girly girl.

Milanese designer Gabriele Colangelo merges motifs from the Japanese painter Hiroshige with the unusual muse of philology.

BRΙΕFC(eramic)ACE is an ambitious concept by Alexandros Stasinopoulos for a briefcase making extensive use of high-tech ceramic material on its surface. BRΙΕFC(eramic)ACE was awarded the “iF design award 2008”.

Love how modern this Victorian locket looks!

Mary Kantranzou won the British Fashion Council's young designer award for her incredible mod shapes and prints - check out her first full lookbook to see why.

beautiful handmade Tie Blouse by LEMONSTORY made out of delicious soft gray plaid with sweet lemon cotton...

Stunning piece by fabric sculptor Rowan Mersh.

Love this adorable skirt by Erin Fetherston. Cute and on sale!

This dress is one of the last collection from Mia Pythoni and called Mona. It is the focus, the light, the little diva inside of you that makes you laugh and love.

Alexander West custom shirts. One of the perfect presents suggested in Valet's info-packed gift guide.

Rhiannon Liefheit, who manages Liebemarlene Vintage, is an acclaimed vintage accessories and clothing dealer. This past year, she has been featured in Lucky Magazine, Marie Claire, and Bust. This is an exclusive interview with Rhiannon!

Love this tuxedo cardigan from Urban Outfitters- a great second layer with an air of sophistication.

Janie Dry Cleaner Stick - "The all natural clay absorbs stains and, when dry, can be brushed off with the included brush. It's effective on all types of fabric for removing oil, grease and dairy-based stains"

A new take on the classic hoop - melted balls add an organic touch.

This is such a cute hot pink silk dress! It's the perfect conversation piece look for holiday parties. by Brooklyn Industries

Interview with renowned designer Nicolas Andreas Taralis, who is re-launching his own label for the coming spring!

Love this organic cotton dress from Larsen--you can reverse it and wear the blue plaid lining on the outside! And it's made in NYC. That's good bang for the buck.

Because it's grey and rainy outside my window, this Spring 2009 Gary Graham dress makes me think of better weather.

garde-robe collection from olivier borde: unveiled during men's fashion week in paris, this is yet another men's designer that is understanding the new look of how a cool man wants to dress. the cut the shape and texture of the clothing is perfection.

stuck with trying to pick a gift for a loved one? check out this gift guide with great picks for both him and her!

Loving Verameat's ELASMASAURUS EATING LEAVES Necklace!

A handful of flowers necklace by Locher

Bannié ruffle one piece from Australian designers Amber&Thomas. Australian made goodness!

Great Rag & Bone weekend tote. Handmade in Pennsylvania by Amish leather workers.