Weekend Reads | 13

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An art history lesson on Christmas window displays... Losing Ourselves in Holiday Windows | Collectors Weekly

If you're a crafty person, here are some ideas... 13 DIY Gifts That Will Make Your Friends and Family Feel SO Loved | WhoWhatWear

... and a few more creative ideas... 24 Cute and Incredibly Useful Gift Wrap DIYs | BuzzFeed

Over 70 local retailers in Newport are participating in the Cities by the Sea Holiday Shop & Stroll... Newport Retailers Launch "Holiday Shop & Stroll" | The Newport Blast

Arbonne is having a lot of great deals this month for the holiday season, like 20% off CC cream... Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone | Arbonne

Learn how to avoid scams while you're shopping online... Holiday Shopping and Phishing Attacks | Pell Center

Weekend Reads | 7

Photo Credit: Wendy's Lookbook

An adorable work outfit... Simple Autumn :: Trench coat & flute skirt |  Wendy's Lookbook

Rachel Zoe shares her thoughts on the best lipstick to wear to your next job interview... Lipstick Shades to Wear to Your Next Job Interview | Rachel Zoe

How to approach awkward situations in the office, in French... Let's Talk About... Workplace Etiquette | Garance Dore

A little inspiration if the road to your dreams seems a bit rough... Why I Disobeyed My Parents & Became a Fashion Editor | WhoWhatWear

More inspiration to see where your life can take you if you just open your mind to possibilities... The Gate Crasher in the Front Row | The New York Times

Speaking of career life...

Egg & Dart, one of my favorite art galleries in downtown Newport, is hiring for holiday and year-round positions...

Laura Jean Denim Shop is hiring part-time sales associates with experience in small business retail and a passion for fashion...

Printed Village, a Boston-based "fashion brand that's also a design community," is also hiring for several different positions, including PR, blogging, customer service, web design and more...

Weekend Links | 5

"Alaia" exhibit at Palais Galliera

Another reason why I need to go back to Paris... 3 Fashion Exhibits to See in Paris Right Now | Harper's Bazaar

Since minimalism is here to stay, it's nice to see a more lively demonstration of the concept... Tip of the Day: Romantic Minimalism | WhoWhatWear- 

It's a sad portrait of how young women work so hard only to not reach their goals... Why Millennial Women Are Burning Out at Work by 30 | Forbes

Streetwear continues to build its credibility amid high fashion powerhouses... Streetwear's New Guard | The Business of Fashion

A cute post about Aimee Song's adventure in Munich after missing her flight... What to Do in Munich When You Miss Your Flight | Song of Style