This really might be the best hat ever! Made of 100% alpaca wool, and hand-knit by Peruvian maker Dayanna Carbonel, this hat has ear flaps with tassels and a tail with tassels! Made of green, orange and black yarn, the hat boasts bands of colors, glyphs, and llama figures. Warm and of a coarse knitted texture, this hat is a modern take on an ancient local practice. Traditionally, chullo hats were reserved for officials in Andean societies, and the patterns and colors denoted different communities. Because it is coming from Peru, the shipping time frame is usually 2 to 4 weeks.

Price: $64.95
Novica: Wool chullo hat

If you carry a coin purse, why not choose one with flare? If I had one of these monsters in my bag, I would be reaching for it constantly just to share the joy and charm of my little vinyl buddy. Hell, I would probably even have a name selected, cuz that’s how I roll. Choose from a large array of rather sweet (but hungry!) monsters - black with green eyes and mouth, black with red, black with blue, white with blue, blue with blue eyes and a brown mouth, etc. Vegan friendly, and made in Canada, you’ll be pleased to know 10% of proceeds go to charity. Stitch Pixie also offers wristlets, handbags, ipod cases, and jewelry. There’s even a specific section for reproductively inspired designs! I am particularly smitten with the sperm necklace, which is much cuter than it might sound.

Price: $18.00
Stitch Pixie:  monster coin purse

Diesel offers up another sleek, snazzy men’s long sleeve button-up for going out and hitting the town. A pleasing dark grey with thin metallic stripes that look pale and sophisticated, you can be dark and brooding as well as stylish. With tone on tone stitching, black contrasting buttons and small black shark graphics throughout the fabric, this shirt is sure to attract attention. Made of 99% cotton and 1% metal, it is machine washable to 30 degrees. Available in sizes M to XXL.

Price: $116.00
The Tannery: Diesel Soier shirt

Adding a new angle to street cred, Triko brings you the Mass Model tee. This basic black men’s tee is emblazoned with a sweet rifle sporting a long stock and short barrel. The clip is partially filled with colored bullets representing a number of moral concepts - courage, loyalty, honor, truth, respect, love, and virtue. Who wouldn’t want to be sprayed with these metaphorical bullets? Made of 100% cotton and now on sale at Dr. Jays.

Price: $30.99
Dr. Jays:  Mass Model tee

As Valentine’s day rapidly approaches, I am sure many ladies are preparing for a lavish evening of some romantical sort. Perhaps a dinner date that would require a fancy new dress. Check out this saucy silken cranberry colored dress from designer Kay Unger. The color is certainly appropriate for the day of love, and the most intriguing feature of this dress is the train. That’s right, I said train. Usually reserved for wedding gowns, this knee length number has a rather large and flamboyant train for those of you who live life on the fashion edge. This sophisticated dress has a deep v neckline and a sunburst pin tuck design and is currently on sale.

Price: $249.00
Bluefly: Cranberry silk pin-tucked dress

Unholy Grail really delivers with this rather flashy and captivating grey long sleeve men’s tee. Adorned with winged serpents and a smattering of cherry blossoms, the bright color of the artwork really pops against the dark distressed fabric. Made in the USA of 100% cotton, their logo is displayed on the left sleeve, although it is not terribly noticeable, which we like. I also like the combination of art on the tee - the chest is covered with two winged snakes facing each other with mouths agape and tongues out and questing, while the back of the neck and shoulders have a small field of cherry blossoms. This could be the artists rendering of the legendary Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent of the Aztecs.

Price: $84.00
Solis: Unholy Grail winged snakes tee

It’s Friday, the best day of the week! Here are some personal favorites from the blogosphere.

Mailbox Tees: Geeky rings for geeky couples
Wonder Twin powers, activate!

Into the Fray: DJ Sherlock Hizzle
Who hasn’t wanted a hounds-tooth capelet? Ha!

Omiru: LOST cuff bracelet
Infamous number bracelet for the discerning fan.

A Slip of a Girl Hearts-On = Hard-On
Cheeky panties on sale.

In the market for some beautiful and breathtaking boots? Fluevog’s knee-high Blanca is gonna knock your socks off, and captivate anyone in your vicinity. Available in 3 colors, choose from black castlerock, brown ebano, or red garnet (shown below). While the price is kinda steep, these boots are gonna be hot forever so you can expect years of pleasure from this purchase. With a 4 inch high leather wrapped heel, you will be looking super tall and saucy. Made of cordova leather which has been stamped and antiqued, these textured boots feature a side zipper, and are available in whole sizes only.

Price: $419.00
Fluevog: Blanca  boots

This tough ass blouse with a piratical skull and crossed bones motif is pretty great. I can imagine anyone from a roller girl to a stylishly pissed off punk rawker making a bold statement with this short sleeved women’s button down shirt. Made of 100% cotton, and machine washable. The large size of the skulls and the slim fit really add to the sex appeal. Available in XS through L. I’m not totally sold on the included tie, but since it’s removable you can wear it or not.

Price: $32.00
Karma Loop: Skull and crossed bones blouse

Everyone likes a great worn out comfortable pair of boots, and these new Timberlands strive to give you that stylish worn out look right from the get go. The heavy leather is buffed and distressed, and the wool lining will ensure your toes will stay toasty in the cold weather. These will look terrific right out of the box with some of your aged jeans.

$300
Timberland- Surveyor Chukka