The Magpie Edit: Edition 11.

J MCLAUGHLIN REVERSIBLE COAT. I have worn this coat (generously gifted by the team at J. McLaughlin) every cold morning since receipt. I love that it is reversible — you can wear with the teddy side out, or the quilted side out — for different looks, and it is very warm. I feel like it’s a chicer version of the true winter parka (Canada Goose Trillium) I’ve been wearing the past few seasons. Here in DC, I’m less likely to need the industrial-strength cold-weather-wear I reached for in NYC and especially Chicago. This reversible JMcLaughlin coat is heavy duty but still feels polished and fashion-conscious / less sporty than the CG. I also love the delicious chocolate-olive color. I have been wearing so many colors in this family this season that I always feel pulled together wearing it as the top layer.

TALBOTS CASSIDY LOAFERS. I know these were in last week’s edit, but I had to include again because I’ve been wearing around the clock and had to mention that a) they are 30% off right now, and b) they are so clutch on colder mornings because the sherpa really does keep your foot warm! I love love love. They make even just jeans and a sweater feel fun and festive. Don’t sleep on Talbots footwear! I have so many pairs of their shoes that I’ve worn over the years — I also have a few pairs of their Iona pointed toe booties and they are fantastic — simple, sleek, perfectly-proportioned. I’ve always loved a pointed toe and no matter what’s “in,” will wear these with long dresses in particular.

EVERLANE CASHMERE WAFFLE TURTLENECK. I have been wearing this waffle turtleneck — well, I think it’s the same? but I bought mine a few years ago and it looks identical to this current season offering — a lot this season, too. It is SO WARM. Like, you can’t wear it if it’s going to be over 45 degrees as you will probably incinerate. Ha. I love anything that adds a little dimension/contrast through texture. Somehow this waffle texture against the sherpa/quilted coat just made me feel 1000 times cozier. I also like La Ligne’s take on the waffle sweater texture — the back is so interesting!

WESTMAN ATELIER SQUEAKY CLEAN LIQUID LIP BALM. I ordered a few items from the Sephora sale (ends tomorrow, FYI!), but I’m probably the most excited about this liquid lip balm, which I purchased in the Garconne color. I am not a liquid lip stick gal, and almost actively anti-lip-gloss, but this product gets such good reviews, and W.A. has no let me down yet. The color looks dreamy. Cannot WAIT to test.

HUNTER BLAKE PALM EARRINGS. Another current obsession. I have been loving layering a lot of gold pendant necklaces with a solid-colored turtleneck, my go-to jeans, and a chunky cardigan. These earrings have been accompanying the look.

WHITE LOTUS – SEASON TWO. Is everyone watching? This show is NOT for everyone (not for you, Mom and Dad) — contains a lot of mature content / language / infidelity / etc — but it is so good at building friction from the first second, and the acting and dialogue are strong. I forgot what it’s like to have to wait a full week between episodes!!!

MERIT INSTANT GLOW SERUM. I have been testing this serum the past few weeks after Merit sent it to me as a gift and am impressed with it. I’d just finished a bottle of my beloved Clarins Double Serum and have to say that this Merit stuff is a pretty solid replacement for about half (!) the price. I think it’s the perfect “beginner serum,” in that it is affordable, gentle, clean (!!), and easy to apply. The formula absorbs instantly, leaving no film, residue, or oiliness — just a nice, bright, clean canvas on which to apply makeup. A seriously impressive bang for your buck.

J MCLAUGHLIN FIONA BAG. I’ve written about this a few times, but I was simply obsessed with the nubby/sherpa-like texture of this adorable mini bag, and was ecstatic when the brand offered to send it to me as a gift. I prefer to wear sans chain, more as an oversized clutch I tuck under my arm. I wore it with a La Ligne dress from last season (similar to this season’s iteration) to an event downtown last week and I loved the texture contrast. It have also worn it a bit more dressed-down, with jeans and a sweater. So fun.

LES GAMINS BASICS. I often share this brand in my round-ups of children’s clothing because you can’t beat them when it comes to simple, unfussy, logo-less, high-quality basics in the BEST, most sophisticated colors (how delicious is this new chartreuse color? with like navy cord leggings?). I especially think their sweatshirts are worth testing if you’re new to this brand. They hold up wonderfully in the wash, and sweatshirts get worn a lot in the cold months in our home. I generally try to avoid graphic tees/sweatshirts so I love these! I also find that the solid colors make them a cinch to pair with patterned leggings. Anyhow, we own a lot of their pieces already, but Les Gamins generously sent us some additional items to round out our winter wardrobes. I’m excited to have some sweats and leggings for my son in particular. In terms of sizing, I would take your child’s true size. The sweatshirts are deliberately a bit boxy, just FYI.

AMAZON JEWELRY ORGANIZER TRAYS. I think I learned about these velvet trays from Liz Adams and I am in LOVE. In NYC, short on space, I transferred all my jewelry into little clear pouches that I’d then stow in decorative boxes, which was a brilliant solution at the time, but has made digging through for a specific pair of earrings slightly time-consuming over the years. I also find I forget about jewelry because it’s buried! I reorganized some of my baubles in these and am so happy I did. I keep my fine jewelry, however, in a proper jewelry box from Pottery Barn. I would love to one day upgrade to a Wolf jewelry case — so gorgeous. Would make a really beautiful gift!

GAP HOME GINGHAM SHEETS. I bought these inexpensive sheets as a back-up set for my daughter’s new “big girl” bed and the quality is nowhere near as good as her main set from Company Store (really soft and satiny — currently 20% off, too!), but the color is beyond fabulous — very sophisticated. A kind of muted sage green. It goes perfectly in her room! Recommend as a back up set that packs a punch.

SUGAR PAPER X TARGET GIFT WRAP. I am loving these more muted pastel options in stripe and polka dot as an alternative to red/green/etc! You cannot beat the quality of this thick, gorgeous wrap — absolutely worth spending an extra few dollars per roll because this will not tear/shred as easily as thinner brands. I also love the beautiful holiday gift wrap from Rifle Paper, and they are currently offering 25% off orders over $50. I think that they usually offer 25% off sitewide during CyberWeek, FYI. This was one of my favorite rolls last year. For more of a boho vibe, check out St. Frank’s gorgeous fabric-inspired wrap they just launched — wow! Wrapped with a big velvet bow?!

LAURA VOGEL DESIGN RETURN ADDRESS LABELS. Are these not the most precious?! They absolutely stopped me in my tracks when I spotted them a few weeks ago, and I cannot wait to use them on snail mail to loved ones. They arrived so beautifully packaged, too – I am definitely going to include these in my under-$30 gift guide (coming out soon), because I do think the packaging can make a huge difference in terms of presentation for gifts under a certain pricepoint. These return address labels were so sweetly gifted to me by the lovely Laura — thank you again, Laura.

WIGGY KIT MARKET CORD DRESS. I have been eyeing this dress all season and think I’m going to take the plunge on it and actually might wear it to Thanksgiving? As I mentioned yesterday, I have two other perfect Thanksgiving dresses from this round up that I’ve already worn because I just couldn’t wait! Ha!

IL PORTICCIOLO ERMETE DRESS. This little dress from Il Porticciolo knocked me out this past week! Just beyond spectacular. Every detail! I have a few Thanksgiving options for mini that I’m considering, including this Baybala and this Bellabliss but I might need to splurge on this for her.

BELLABLISS JOHN JOHN. I had been hoping to snag this john john for micro for Thanksgiving, but they are still not showing it as available for pre-order. I think this may be the final winter where I can get away with putting him a john john so…sigh. Wondering if I should still order when available for other winter festivities. Would put it on him over a white turtleneck (<<these under-$20 are quite good, actually — they have a kind of wide/loose fit and the turtleneck is easy to get on over the head, which is nice…I bought a bunch of these for mini’s winter uniform, thankful for the inexpensive price!)

FAHERTY QUILTED FLEECE PULLOVER (FOR MEN). Including this here because I just consulted with my mom on giving these as gifts to all of the sons-in-law in our family, and I love this oatmeal color in particular. I noticed you can get 15% off your order if you sign up for emails, FYI!