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WHERE'S NIC?

Where has Lithe Instructor, Nicole Sewall been?  Last month she was in Brazil and this month she has been globe trotting through Prague, Vienna, Budapest and London...For work.  She just got back!  Nicole is Merchandise Manager, Wedding for Anthropologie.  Essentially, she is the buyer responsible for Anthro's yet to be named wedding brand. Yes, Anthropologie is launching a wedding brand in Spring 2011!  

Nic tells us a few of her European favorites...Prague: Hopping one on the city bikes to take in the architecture and stopping for fresh ‘preclik’  Vienna: Snacking on amazing fresh produce at the Naschmarkt before some serious vintage shopping at Flo. (and finding the perfect vintage YSL blouse for myself!)  Budapest: The Chain Bridge is beautiful during the day but even more amazing at sunset!  London: Arriving early to Portobello Market to scoop up the best treasures. Checking at the latest at Dover Street Market. Treating ourselves to dinner at The Wapping Project … An old power plant that doubles as a restaurant, gallery and book store. 

Image of Nicole Sewall in Thigh High via Dominic Episcopo.

STOMP!

 

Ugh, I love clogs so much.  They're comfortable and they give you that little lift.  Lithe Instructor, Nicole Sewall turned me on to these No 6 clogs from Creatures of Comfort in Los Angeles. We both cannot decide which pair we want most!

NICOLE'S GIFTING!

 

Check out {clock-wise} Lithe Instructor & Sr. Buyer for Anthropologie, Nicole Sewall's holiday gift recommendations!  

Hey guys, this is what I'm gifting and recommending this season...

For the adventure seeker: Jeff Divine's Surfing Photographs from the 1970's. For you're little sis:  sparkly comme de garcon.  For your coworkers:  Personalized mementos from Anne Kiel.  For the fashionista philanthropist:  Stella McCartney designed tee for Gap's (Product) Red line.  For the foodie/sweet tooth:  Virginia Sin's sweet ceramic sugar cones & spicy cinnamon Capogiro gelato by mail.  For the entertainer/mom: Anthropologie's Beast Feast Tureen...Complete with Claw feet!  For myself: Pretty polka dots from French lingerie brand Princesse Tam Tam.  For the in-laws:  Colorful & cozy Donna Wilson throw.  For the bookworm: Silkscreened eyeglass case.

NICOLE'S CLOSET.

We're talking about Jeggings.  Not really a jean or a legging...it's a fusion--A Jegging! I've been wearing out and working out in my Jeggings from The Battalion for a while now.  i love them!  Lithe Instructor and Sr. Buyer for Anthropologie, Nicole Sewall writes: 

Lauren, The Jegging is blog worthy!  It’s been out there for a few months now and I never thought it would be a trend that would translate well to the premium market or even anything that I would be interested in wearing, but I’m totally hooked!

More flattering than a knit legging and way more comfortable than those super skinny jeans--You can actually eat a sandwich while wearing them!  My favorites are the AG ‘Tight’+ JBrand Legging. Both are buttery soft, super flattering to the tuckus, and made with just enough poly to keep everything pulled in.

Both have a slighter shorter 30” inseam--Perfect with flats and tunic for summer or a cozy sweater and knee boots come fall.

AND both will be available at Anthropologie come September :)

Image via Denimology.com, TheSun.com & Mycelebrityfashion.com

NICOLE'S CLOSET (VOL 1).

Many of you know that Nicole is a buyer for Anthropologie.  She scouts the fashion scene for a living (and for fun) and is always on tippy top of the latest and future trends.  I asked her to report on what's currently hot for fitness/activewear and this is what we're currently loving...

Stella McCartney for Adidas drapy Jersey tops, Lululemon's ballet scoop tank and wonder under tights (in purple).  American Apparel's Tri-Blend collection for scoop racer-back tanks and their new shiny elastic headbands that come in great colors.  Don't forget to accessorize...Grab a Toy Watch  in their ultra cool Jelly collection or Baby G in new neon brights.