Dress that will impress

 

 

1. Gracie Coat
Gifts can be both practical and stylish — this wool/ acrylic coat has a retro look and practical applications as we trudge through winter.
$80 (women’s sizes), fredflare.com

 

 

2. Marmot Super Hero Jacket
Growing up, Dad always kinda seemed like Superman, able to run along the Charles in rain, sleet and snow and pitch a tent in hurricane-like conditions on summer vacation. Protect him from Kryptonite (or at least the elements) with this versatile shell, featuring precision fit, a zip-off hood and water-resistant, breathable fabric.
$275 (men’s sizes), campmor.com

 

 

3. REI Down Kids’ Vest
Not only does this bright vest keep your little ones warm, it keeps them visible. With a recycled polyester made from soda bottles, your kids will finally see
you practicing what you preach.
$45 (kids’ sizes), rei.com

 

 

4. Small Paul Julius & Clancy Puppets Hoodie
The cuteness of Paul Frank’s wide-mouthed monkey, Julius, and his giraffe pal, Clancy, on this perfectly pink hoodie is irresistible. Snap on matching mittens that double as adorable jungle puppets and just zipping your niece into this ensemble is enough to induce a sweetness coma.
$56 (toddler/little kids sizes), zappos.com

 

 

5. Squidfire Mantis Tee
Feed into the little one’s bug-crazy phase with this oversized praying mantis, printed by hand onto an American Apparel tee.
$15, (toddler/little kids sizes), squidfire.com

 

 

6. Timberland Modern Boot Fit Denim Jeans
Going green doesn’t mean going granola, even in your wardrobe. These modern-minded jeans with stonewashed style are partially crafted with organic cotton.   
$70 (men’s sizes), timberland.com

 

 

7. Calypso Christiane Celle Julia dress
This luxurious, versatile silk dupioni dress comes in two styles and over a dozen colors and is perfect for cramming into a duffel for travel.
$195, www.calypso-celle.com

 

 

8. Stop Staring Sydney Dress
Every woman needs a stylish little dress, but it’s unlikely she owns anything as dramatically stunning as this little vintage-inspired number.
$95 (women’s sizes), daddyos.com