Who: N:F:P (New Form Perspective) – Beacon, NY 

What: Snap Neck Warmer

Where: N:F:P – $55

Why We Love ‘Em: The worst of the winter is behind us (hopefully), and yet we can’t help but pine for this versatile scarf from N:F:P. Love the wear-many-ways approach to the design. This snappy scarf can be worn buttoned up as a turtleneck, draped as a cowl neck, snapped on the sides for a chic scarf or as a neck warmer by pulling the ends through the slit on the side. Each scarf is handknit from your choice of 100% merino wool or bamboo. Click to continue »

Who: Po Campo, Chicago, IL

What: Bike Rack Bag

Where: Supermarket – $160 for the Rack Bag & $90 for the Handlebar Bag

Why We Love ‘Em: Finally the solution of the age old dilemma of how to look cute on your bike without succumbing to the cumbersome messenger bag or the dreaded backpack. Now, thanks to the ladies at Po Campo, you can ride in style with your cute little Rack Bag strapped neatly to the back. Once you arrive at your destination simply unclip the straps and you are off with your stylish tote in tow. They also have a handlebar bag if you prefer to keep your valuables in front.

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Who: Helping Handbags; London, U.K.

What: The Tabitha

Where: Give a Granny – $240 in aubergine or carmel

Why: So no,  this is not the most eco-friendly handbag on the market, but it is one with an incredibly noble mission. Helping Handbags donates 100% of the proceeds of the Tabitha bag to the The Bulgarian Abandoned Children’s Trust’s Baba Programme, which pairs disabled Bulgarian orphans with surrogate baba’s (grandmothers) to care for these oft neglected children who have been removed from society and placed in institutions. Click to continue »

Who: Teich; Brooklyn, NY

What: Reusable Shopping Bag

Where: Teich Design on Etsy – $22

Bonus! Subscribers to The Find get 10% off all full priced Teich bags!

Why We Love It: Go green and shop in style with these reusable shoppers from Teich. Made with organic cotton twill, they are available in a deep red, an apple green and a bold blue lined with a great combination of contrasting colors on the inside. Handy for unexpected trips to the grocery store or any last minute shopping trips….

And if you feel like treating yourself this holiday season, check out the Teich collection of  sleek clutch and rockstar worthy handbags. Love the lines, the slouchy silhouettes and the play of color and texture to create for bags that are completely unique.  Click to continue »

Who: Azuri

What: Azuri Bamboo Pashmina Scarf

Where: Nimli – $200 regular price, now on sale for $19. Bonus! Get 30% off all purchases at Nimli with promo code HOLIDAY09!

Why We Love It: Dress up any outfit with this thin, finely woven Pashmina Bamboo Scarf from Azuri. Made of a fine pashmina and an ultra soft bamboo blend, this warm and light weight accessory makes a great accent piece either draped around your soldiers or wrapped around your neck (measures 60″x12″). And, since they are available in over 100 different colors, you are sure to find one to match any occasion.  At a sale price of just $19 (only $13.30 with the 20% off!) who couldn’t use an extra scarf or two or three? Click to continue »

Who: Neela; Charlotte, NC

What: Neela Market Pack

Where: Neela – $28 (sign-up to The Find for 15% off through 12/31)

Why We Love It: Neela has made using reusable bags a piece of cake. Just toss the Market Pack in your car, your diaper bag, your bike basket etc. and you’ll have all that you need to walk away from your next shopping excursion completely bag free.

The Market Pack includes five of Neela’s signature fold-up Market Totes stowed neatly in a matching carrying case, which doubles nicely as a stylish lunch bag… The generously sized totes can hold the equivalent of 3 standard plastic bags making checkout a breeze, particularly with their gusseted bottom so they stand up on their own. And leaving the grocery store with 1/3 less bags makes lugging groceries home a whole lot easier, no twisted plastic bags cutting off the circulation in your fingers…

The totes are available in 7 different patterns (ocean damask is our favorite) and you can even have them monogrammed with names, initials or whatever you please. The totes are made of 100% Polypropylene non-woven fabric, durable, non-toxic, washable (by hand) and recyclable fabric. (It’s considered a #5 plastic, if your town doesn’t recycle  #5 plastic you can send it back to Neela and they’ll recycle it for you).

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Who: Envirosax; Burleigh Heads, Australia

What: Organic Series Reusable Bags

Where: Envirosax – $24.99

Why: We have long been fans of Envirosax, trading in a sea of paper and plastic for a chic 5-pack of reusable bags that goes everywhere with us (yes, even on vacation…..). And now Envirosax collection of reusable bags has gotten even ‘greener’ with the launch of their new Organic Series. The collection features bags made from 100% organic cotton, hemp, bamboo and linen all printed with vegetable based dyes.

The generously sized bags roll up neatly into a tidy little pouch that can be conveniently tucked into bags, purses, glove compartments and even jacket pockets for any unexpected shopping trips. But don’t be fooled by the tiny package, Click to continue »

Who: Luxe Links, Santa Monica, CA

What: Lauren Purse Hanger

Where: Luxe Links – $35

Why We Love It: The Luxe Links purse holder is the most ingenious little gadget. The chain links surrounding the compact disk unwind creating a stylish hook for your purse. Simply place the discreet counterweight on the table and voila, your purse hangs securely above the sullied floor below! It is brilliant! In addition to keeping nasty chemicals and debris off of your favorite handbag, the Luxe Link is also eco-friendly Click to continue »

Who: Matt & Nat; Montreal, Canada

What: Streamline Bauhaus

Where: Amazon.com – $153.25 (60% off!)

Why: A sleek and stylish weekender bag with plenty of room for all your travel needs  and all sorts of zippers and inner and outer pockets to keep all your essentials close at hand so you aren’t constantly rifling through your bag in search of your ever elusive boarding pass…. there is a top double zip closure, two external zipper pockets on the front, one external magnetic pocket on the back, and one side snap pocket. Inside are zip pockets for your cell phone and PDA.

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Who: Teich; Brooklyn, NY

What: Flatiron Clutch

Where: Etsy; reg. price $195, on sale for $148 w/free shipping

Why We Love ‘Em: Now this is an look rooted in the 80’s  that we can get behind…  A nice sleek modern clutch that rocks the 80’s vibe without recalling nightmares of big hair, neon and over-sized socks. Great details like the slip tab for your hand and the fact that this clutch can fit more than a credit card and a tube of lip gloss.

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