Hoods are Hot

If you live in New York, any major city, or are connected with the fashion blogosphere, you've probably noticed the trend of animal hats/hoods spreading like wildfire. This trend is spot on in my mind, since it is whimsical, practical and sexy. You wouldn't want to be cuddled up in a furry hat/scarf hybrid that looks like a cute animal on a snowy day? No one I know.

There are two different styles of hoods: half and full. Below we have the full hood, which has longer "tails" making for a full length scarf.

And secondly, the half hood which has shorter tails that will still accommodate your chilly neck, but will only close once rather than wrapping around. Both styles are warm and chic.

The below style has no thick tails, and is more of a Mickey Mouse style rather than a real animal. This look is just as cute, but not nearly as practical as those with long, luscious tails to wrap around your neck in a blizzard. Do you feel like a sexy polar bear yet?

This cat-like black hood is a sexy version of this style, for those who want to tone it down and keep it a bit more streamlined. However, I'm all for the white snow leopard look.

Wanna get REALLY animalistic? Go for this wolf hood. It's the most rugged of the bunch, grrr!

I will be purchasing at least one of these hoods in the very near future, and proceed to live in it all winter.

All photos from revolveclothing.com

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Nasty Gal Winter Picks

Do you know about Nasty Gal?

It's the online clothing boutique that has swept the blogosphere with its keen curatorial eye, easily navigable website and aesthetically pleasing photography. Nasty Gal selects new as well as vintage clothing, shoes and accessories based on current trends and classic style. Their picks are always killer, and the look books they create are consistently styled to the nines and photographed beautifully. With that said, I bring you my winter Nasty Gal picks, for everything from holiday party dresses to that perfect oversize fur coat you won't be able to take off.

The "Tied Crochet Dress" is a perfect holiday frock with victorian details and a surprise in the back.

Not one for dresses? Channel Edie Sedgwick in this "MMM" scalloped sequin top paired up with flirty shorts, tights and sturdy ankle boots.

A quintessential badass staple, these Blank NYC leather pants are a refreshing choice for holiday parties and snowy rendezvous.

A well-tailored pair of cropped trousers never goes out of style, and these Stockton's are paired up just right with cranberry and rich brown for the holidays.

This Funktional draped leather jacket is an amazing, non-conventional staple. Pair it up with a huge fur hat and scarf, jeans and platform ankle boots for winter.

"Factory Downpour Trench Coat:" Chic, polished, tough, versatile and functional. What more could you ask for?

I'm a firm believer that leopard goes with everything, so dive into this fur coat and stay warm all winter, no matter what else you're wearing.

This Laura Kranitz Armored Chain Headband is the perfect addition to any holiday outfit, wether you opt for a classic party dress or leather pants and a huge fur coat.

The Gold Sturn "turband" is rad for the holidays because its velvet, and it keeps your noggin warm. Glam and functional.

Give your fingers some love! This Bronze Shield Ring adds rustic glitz to any outfit, and doubles as personal protection.

Cheers to holiday dressing and merriment!

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xx Lula