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Are your friends jelly that you get my letters full of the best and most fun stuff? Spread the love. Get them in the MOOD. ⬇
 
Strolling past the Jonathan Adler shop on Madison Avenue, I was first struck by the champagne and vodka candles stacked in the window. Then I spotted a set of embroidered lips linen cocktail napkins — the perfect place to rest your martini coupe. Cheers!
 
How to remove a sofa stain? What’s the best desk lamp? Softest sheets? I like what I like, and I loathe research. 
 
That is where the New York Times’ Wirecutter comes in. They test products a zillion times, then give a top pick. There’s always a budget option and of course my favorite, the Upgrade pick. 
 
Fun fact: After testing, Wirecutter returns or donates the items to charitable organizations.
 
Carbs won’t make you fat — at least not when you’re looking at them.
Snatch up the Augarten Wien French Baguette porcelain box at Moda Operandi. Put your diamonds or your butter in it — I won’t judge.
 
You go ahead and roll up to a PJ with your LV custom luggage. I am going to stick with my absolute fave L.L. Bean Hunter’s tote. Monogrammed, of course. 
 
R E A D
Expand Your (Inbox) Horizons
I know, I know, our inboxes are overflowing. But if you want to discover some good reads, here’s where I’d start:
 
The Groove: Weekly essays exploring all things creative, penned by NYC art adviser and curator Maria Brito. P.S. Preorder Maria’s new book, How Creativity Rules the World: The Art and Business of Turning Your Ideas into Gold.
 
Emma Straub’s Newsletter: Fun and quirky, this eponymous newsletter was just started by the owner of the fabulous Books Are Magic bookstore.
 
Axios: The best daily news briefing. Bonus: Before you dive in, each article lists the word count and estimated time to read. 
 
I was born in Chicago, which must have been a mistake because I am always cold. I’ve just added this knit scarf to my arsenal. Not $$$ like the one from Acme, and slightly better quality than my ancient similar scarf from Zara. 
 
For a little holiday fun, pack and disguise your original holiday gifts in these prank boxes. Prank-O designs boxes with styles customized for food, pet, and tech lovers. Do not miss these hilarious fake wine labels
 
FIELD TRIP
V I S I T
Spring Place Holiday Bazaar
Dec 16 — NYC
If you’re in NYC, come see me IRL at the Spring Place Holiday Bazaar on Thursday December 16, 4–8 p.m. This members-only space is opening its doors to the public for just one day, so come and shop beautifully curated pop-ups. 
 
Email studio@melaniedunea.com to be added to the list.
 
6th Floor, St. Johns Lane
May your holiday season be merry, fun and bright. 😘
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