I'm all about a winter basic that's anything but basic!

1. Topshop tie-sleeve sweater,
2. Topshop faux patchwork stole, $
3. SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker bag,
4. Michael Kors ballet flats,
5. Mother flared jeans,

For me, the antidote to five days of Thanksgiving vacation, two new pet guinea pigs, and my first time ever 18-pound turkey is... an unflappably cool blouse! (P.S. Since it's Cyper Monday, it's 15% off today.)

The most coveted Birkin bag in fashion land right now doesn't have a months-long wait list or a 5-digit price tag. That's because this Birkin bag is a Portuguese basket bag made famous long ago by Jane Birkin that's now all of sudden a year-round statement. Glam girls from Brooklyn to Paris and London, including Camille Rowe, Adenorah Mais, and Lucy Williams all pictured here, are teaming their Birkin baskets with thoroughly wintry coats, moto jackets and boots. It's this unexpected combo that looks so fresh and chic. Of course, this basket bag still works stylish wonders in warm weather, as demonstrated by Pandora Sykes (last pic). I found my mini $65 year-rounder .

I'll be doing my (crazy/hectic) pre-Thanksgiving business in this cheerfully cute top.

I'm loving this season's super long coats, their additional body-covering warmth, and, of course, extra stylish drama. Exceptionally good ones currently available include these by , , , , , and . The Prada bag, above, is pretty excellent too. You can find a similar version .

Stripes and tulle never looked so good together!

Red buttons and bell cuffs make this striped sweater a standout--and winter must-have.

An easy yet stylish way to stay on top of everyday things...

Gap nails this season's retro ski jacket trend with this cute striped puffer, which I want to layer under my winter coat on the coldest winter days.

Several strategic cut-outs, romantic ruffles and an alluring backless silhouette add up to party ready!