Lord & Taylor Stores Offer Up a Sparkling Christmas

Details: Parent Category: Travel Info; Category: Places To Shop; Published on Wednesday, 05 December 2012 22:37; Written by Elaine Ing

swarovski It's getting down to crunch time. You have officially less than three weeks left to buy the perfect gift for Christmas. Are you getting stress palpitations and seeing not visions of sugarplums but of yourself running up and down the aisles, knocking down people to get THE GIFT?

Well look no further, the Accessories Council (http://www.accessoriescouncil.org) is here to the rescue.

For over 17 years, the Accessories Council has been the to-go-to place to help you find the perfect gift for every occasion. Consider them your personal shopper.

This holiday season, the Accessories Council focuses its attention on the many gifts available at Lord and Taylor (http://www.lordandtaylor.com), everyone's perennial department store. The great thing is that Lord and Taylor is available coast-to-coast and of course, online, so there's no reason not to go.

The Accessories Council has made it even more easier for you by highlighting their favorites gifts.

• Swarovski Studio bracelet: Who doesn't love Swarovski? Even more so when it's in the form of a bracelet crafted from interwoven black calfskin leather and cotton cords.

• Minnie Rose Cashmere Ruana scarf: buttery soft & cozy cashmere in a rainbow of colors. The perfect go-with piece in 15 colors, it's going to be so hard to just pick one.

• Echo Touch gloves: We love our electronic gadgets. With almost everyone having a touchscreen something, Echo Touch gloves are fashionable and functional. With their eLink technology sewn into the gloves' index finger and thumb, you'll never have to fumble or freeze.

• Chicbuds Retractable Crystal Earbuds: You have the hands covered, now what about the ears? Yes, chicBuds lets you listen to your music in style with Swarovski-adorned retractable earbuds.

• Anne Klein rosegold and crystal watch: Forget platinum and diamonds, it's all about rosegold. This stunning timepiece is set in an oversized rosegold tone case framed with Swarovski crystals.

• Catherine Canino for Sunstone 925 bracelet W: Is there an equestrian lover on your list? How about this leather cord bracelet? Not too fussy yet still a statement piece on its own. The adjustable nubuck leather cord bracelets melds the aesthetics of someone outdoorsy with its silver beads and horseshoe pendant, yet someone who likes to look feminine with the single freshwater pearl.

• Jessica Simpson Panama hat: Who doesn't love a great hat? A great hat can convey and the Panama hat is one of the most versatile hat style. From a peek-a-boo look for the shy type to the insouciant look of the fashionista diva, it's the perfect finishing touch.

Vince Camuto's Jennah cross-body bag: The co-creater of Nine West definitely knows a thing or two about accessories. His eponymous empire not only covers shoes but has expanded to a lifestyle empire including accessories and fragrances. From casual to dressy, the Jennah cross-body purse is for the woman on the go. Its deceptively small size opens up to a multi-compartmentalized purse that has tons and tons of storage space.

• Zack signature leather woven bracelet: Men are more likely than women to choose one statement piece and wear that for years. Zack designs are made for for the special man in your life especially with this braided leather bracelet and silver finishings. Its subtle yet it's all man.

• Botkier Valentina shoulder bag: Botkier purses are one of the most sought-after gifts. Why not choose the Valentina bag which allows women to go from work to evening in no time? Most purses become a black hole - you put something in there and it's basically lost forever. With the Valentina bag, not only do its gusseted sides expands but also the three interior compartments allow you to store everything in its proper place. Now you can store everything in your purse and know where it is. Even more ingenious, the Valentina comes with with an attached keychain so you'll never have to look for the your keys which have fallen to the bottom of your purse.

• South Sea rum: Jamaica is known for being the land of rum. Well, we may have to think again. Just as tropical is this special blend from Australia, the West Australian Distilling Company crafted this special premier blonde rum blend. Perfect for the extra special eggnog, yum....

Lord & Taylor VIP card: As if you needed an extra incentive to shop at Lord & Taylor, the VIP card entitles the bearer to 25% anytime on almost everything in the store AND free standard shipping. How's that for a no-brainer?

Christmas is in the bag, make it a Lord & Taylor bag. All the above items are available at Lord and Taylor except for the South Sea Rum which is available at fine liquor stores.

For more info, store locataions or online access go to: www.lordandtylor.com