I don't typically receive a lot of clothing for holiday gifts -- mainly because I'm picky, and also because I take advantage of the time to ask for other items I don't usually buy for myself (perfume, household items, jewelry, etc.). But around this time of year I start thinking of clothing and accessories I want to invest in for the upcoming season. Since I usually have a bit more cash at the beginning of the year, I often try and buy myself a few key pieces. Here are my must-haves for 2009 [I'm sure there will be more!]. What are your must-haves for 2009?
METALLIC SKIRT AND TIGHTS
METALLIC SKIRT AND TIGHTS
(left) ASOS Premium Gold full skirt, $30. ASOS.
(right) Sparkle Pantyhose in Gold, $20. American Apparel.
DOUBLE-BREASTED JACKET WITH METAL BUTTONS
(right) Sparkle Pantyhose in Gold, $20. American Apparel.
DOUBLE-BREASTED JACKET WITH METAL BUTTONS
(left) Boston Zip Detail Coat, $49.80. Forever 21.
(right) Kimchi Blue Ruffle Peacoat, $99.99. Urban Outfitters.
A LEATHER CLUTCH


(left) Double flap bag, $29.99. Hayden Harnett for Target (available Spring 2009).
(right) Clutch, $19.99. (Hayden Harnett for Target (available Spring 2009).
SOMETHING SHINY ON BOTTOM


(left) Matte Sequin leggings, $42. Twelve by Twelve.
(right) Sequined Mini Skirt, $17.80. Forever 21.
ZIPPER DETAILS


(left) Pop Caged Dress, $98. Pixie Market.
(right) Jersey Bethany Jacket, $80. Topshop.
ASYMMETRICAL HEMS


(left) Monique Open Cardigan, $34.80. Forever 21.
(right) Hooded asymmetrical cardigan, $32. Forever21.
HIGH-RISE SKINNIES


(left) Levi's High-rise skinny jeans. $78. Levis.com.
(right) Silence and Noise High-Rise Slim Straight Jeans. $39.99. Urbanoutfitters.com.
BLACK ANKLE BOOTS [that are comfortable!]


(left) Clarks Somers Ankle Boots, $130. Zappos.com.
(right) Gabriella Rocha Studio View. $119. Zappos.com.