Month: December 2018

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Watch SpaceX launch its biggest crop of satellites yet with a twice-used rocket

On Sunday afternoon, SpaceX will launch a crop of 64 small satellites from Southern California using a Falcon 9 rocket that the company has already flown twice before. It’s a groundbreaking launch for SpaceX in numerous ways. Not only is this the first time the company will fly a rocket for a third time, but this will be the largest batch of spacecraft that has ever taken off on a single flight from US soil.

The massive ride-share was coordinated by Spaceflight Industries, a company that brokers rides on rockets for satellite operators. Typically, Spaceflight will help get small satellites into orbit by finding extra room on a vehicle that’s already launching a larger satellite to space. But this upcoming SpaceX launch, known as the…

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14 Personalized Gifts for the Girl Who Has Everything

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and it’s never too early to check off some boxes on your gift-giving list. When shopping for the girl who has everything, it can be challenging to come up with a creative, stylish gift that she’s guaranteed to love. That’s where personalized gifts come in. A customized touch, such as an engraved name or monogrammed initials, can turn an ordinary item into something special.

To streamline your holiday shopping efforts, we’ve rounded up 14 personalized gifts we think any girl would appreciate and cherish forever. We’ve got you covered—from hand-poured acrylic clutches that are sure to make a statement to woven clutches she’s sure to take as a companion on every vacation and cool girl–approved customized gold ear climbers. So whatever her style, there’s bound to be something here you can customize with that special touch for a unique personalized gift she’ll be delighted to unwrap.

Head below to browse 14 personalized gifts for the girl who has everything.

Prove to your friend that she might not have everything considering how unique a monogrammed hair tie is. 
Climbers are the current cool-girl earring of choice—especially this personalized number that makes even more of a statement with a name, nickname, or anything else she’d like.
The maker of every It girl’s favorite bag has expanded its line to include a wide range of covetable accessories, including customizable card cases that make for the perfect personalized gift.
This woven straw bag embroidered with an initial makes for a functional vacation staple.
You can pick from the large selection of playful PopSocket designs or go the extra mile and customize one with their ‘create your own’ feature. 
These tiny studs come in all the letters of the alphabet.
Say it in hand-poured acrylic with one of Edie Parker’s iconic customizable clutches.
You can have any name engraved on this sleek bangle, and we love that it’s understated enough for everyday wear.
These rings let you combine any two birthstones on one beautiful, dainty piece of jewelry.
A personalized notebook is always a good look when walking into an important meeting or jotting down your thoughts.
This Coordinates Collection necklace (customized with the coordinates of your choosing) makes for a sweet, sentimental gift.
Jennifer Meyer is a classic choice for customized fine jewelry. The designer’s initial necklace will be a lasting keepsake.
Upgrade a classic jean jacket with letterman-style embroidery on the back.
If the girl who has it all already has all the bags she’ll ever need, so allow her to spruce up one she already owns with a chic bag charm personalized with her initial.
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36 Gifts I Just Might Have to Buy Myself This Year

Over the past month or so, I’ve written dozens of shopping stories for this very site, done a likely unhealthy amount of cyber-window-shopping, a bit of real-life holiday shopping in-store, and, as always at this time of year, compiled my fair share of gift guides. As you can imagine, this has left me with quite the wish list of my own, and wow, is it a good one. Think everything from the latest designer It shoes to elevated versions of classic winter essentials to jewelry finds I probably don’t need but definitely would like to own anyway­—and everything else in between.

So, what’s a girl to do? Well, while I can’t possibly buy everything on the below list without winning the lottery or holding up a bank, I thought I’d compile my favorite finds anyway, with hopes of at least narrowing it down for myself and maybe helping one of you find a gift for yourself or a loved one while you’re at it. Naturally, I couldn’t keep it below a cool 36 items, but trust me—you’re going to like what you see. Shop the best gifts for yourself below!

Sleeper’s statement pajamas make for the perfect NYE outfits, which you can then continue to use as loungewear.
This might indeed be a fantasy for me, but how amazing does the gift of one shoe a month from Net-a-Porter sound?
Am I the only one who resolves to actually print the million photos in my camera roll every year? Maybe this time it will actually happen.
Looking at this just makes me happy.
This is like a belt, purse, and piece of jewelry all in one.
Gloves are a must for NYC winters, and this knit-and-leather pair just seems a lot cooler than others I’ve seen.
Classic, but not boring, and perfect for the season ahead.
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect sleek yet functional gym bag, and this just might be it.
Zara would have the cutest hairclips out there.
I’ve been wanting one of By Far’s It bags for a while now, and our EIC Kat Collings’s latest Instagram may have tipped the scales toward this one in particular.
I’ve been on the hunt for a new pair of sunglasses, and these have to be them.
I have a thing for jewelry… and jewelry boxes.
I have a hunch these are Chanel’s next It shoes, and I’d like to get in on them before everyone else does!
Shout out to Alexander Wang for putting a cool spin on all our Heattech essentials this year.
I’m obsessed with Roxanne Assoulin’s colorful bracelets, so I’ll jump on any excuse to add a new one to my collection. 
I may or may not have already treated myself to these…
Sure, I already own a Loewe Puzzle Bag, but this new size is so mini it fits in the palm of your hand—perfect for travel and nights out!
I just joined a gym and am all about workout clothes that actually motivate me to get ready and go right now.
I’m a sucker for anything I can personalize.
Because what’s inside your purse is as important as the purse itself.
These were handpicked by Susan Miller for my zodiac sign, so I’m pretty sure they must be mine.
I love this smaller beaded bag because you can wear it at night, instead of just casually.
Trust me—all it takes to cure your winter-dressing woes sometimes is a non-basic sweater.
Yes, I am one of those people who wear slippers around my apartment, and these are exponentially less embarrassing than the ones I currently own.
Since I’m not the most experimental with makeup, this is a pretty big deal for me, but I’m excited to try the cult eye shades.
This just might be the season I pull the trigger on one of Acne’s cool beanies.
I love how lockets, even if brand-new, just look like heirlooms.
I actually already own this in light blue, but I love it so much I want it in a second color.
I want them, I need them, I will have them—maybe. 
I’m always game for a new, pretty bralette.
A classic clutch that still stands out. Plus, in this color, you can wear it day or night.
With a ski trip coming up in a few weeks, I’d really be happy to wear this when I hit the slopes.
I already have this belt in silver, but I think the slightly more striking gold will be a great addition to my holiday wardrobe.
Anything thermal and cute is a definite winter must.
Who wouldn’t want an Off-White suitcase?
Not over these sandals, and even if I can’t wear them until spring, I want them anyway! 

Up next: seven things every NYC girl (including me) will be wearing this winter.