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Gucci 'Joy' Medium Boston Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Whether intended to make a statement about global warming, or simply a whimsical dream of snowmen and elephants living together in harmony, this Joy Medium Boston Bag by Gucci is certainly fun. The color scheme is bright but still mostly neutral, and the white leather trim gives it a very spring-y vibe. And a very charitable vibe comes from the fact that 25% of the proceeds will go to UNICEF. Gold-tone hardware, D ring detail, double handles, and zip-top closure round out the features. $695

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Gucci Launches Snowman in Africa Charity Collection for UNICEF

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Handbags, Charity

Gucci Launches <I>Snowman in Africa</I> Charity Collection for UNICEF

Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini has collaborated with author and illustrator Michael Roberts for the fifth anniversary of the Gucci Campaign to Benefit UNICEF. As in the past, this year's initiative centers around the holiday period promotion of an original collection of items designed by Giannini to be exclusively sold in more than 200 Gucci stores worldwide and on Gucci.com.

Giannini has commissioned acclaimed author and illustrator Roberts to create a sequel to his highly successful 2004 children's book, Snowman in Paradise. The new book, Snowman in Africa, will be exclusively on sale in Gucci stores and on Gucci.com until December 31, 2009. Gucci will donate 100% of the retail price of the book to UNICEF.

Giannini also has designed exclusive Gucci accessories as well as a Gucci Gift Card to benefit UNICEF, all of which are inspired by Roberts' magical book illustrations -- two new medium sized Gucci Joy handbags, symbolic charms, and a wrist wallet and coin purse. The Joy Bags, charms, small leather goods, and gift cards will be on sale in Gucci stores in more than 20 countries until December 31, 2009, and 25% of the retail price of each item will be donated to UNICEF.

The annual Gucci Campaign to Benefit UNICEF has consistently supported education, healthcare, protection, and clean water programs for orphans and children affected by HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa. In this five-year period, Gucci has committed more than $7 million to UNICEF.

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Life of the Snowman

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

This very simple, very classic looking Life of the Snowman sugar dish could make either the perfect addition to your holiday table or the perfect gift for that friend who loves to cook or hostess but already seems to have everything she needs. Cute and simple, the only complaint I can possible come up with (not that I spend time trying to complain) is that the smooth clear glass design will quickly show every fingerprint and smudge! But what's a few smudges compared to all the adoring compliments? $53

Via Design Mind

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Paul Smith Reindeer & Snowman Cuff Links

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Jewelry

Looking for a way to subtly celebrate the season in a staid office environment? Paul Smith's Reindeer & Snowman Cuff Links are an adorable way to do just that, not to mention that they're the perfect accessories for any holiday party. The gunmetal gray links will catch the eye with splashes of bright red enamel (scarf and boots on the reindeer, scarf and hat on the snowman) and glittering green crystal eyes and buttons. Since they aren't directly tired to Christmas, but more to the winter season in general, these links can be used into the New Year before being put away until next December. Price: $150.

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Melting Snowman Canister Set

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Dining

They look like they could have come straight from a Calvin and Hobbes strip, but these porcelain snowman canisters were designed by Marcel Dzama for Cerealart. He claims to have been inspired by his own "drawings and paintings allegorically documenting his move to New York from Winnipeg," but surely a comic strip or two crossed his path at one time or another. Three out of the four canisters (the last and smallest hardly counts as a "canister") have airtight seals for storing condiments, spices or hot chocolate mix. They range in size from 2.5" - 9" high and are produced in a limited run of 2500 units. Price: $125.