The Portable Diva
Chaiken’s lace lounge jacket is beautiful, versatile, and almost impossible to wrinkle, making it the perfect item to stash at your desk or in your bag ($268 at Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., at 49th St.; 212-753-4000).
A Wingtip for Bankers and Design Snobs
Barker Black Ltd. has had rare success in creating a shoe that appeals to both conservative and groovy types, thanks to the subtle skull detailing on the toe ($750; 198B Elizabeth St., nr. Prince St.; 212-966-2166).
A Year-Round Menorah
Michael Aram’s olive branch conveys seasonal good cheer, yet is subtle enough to display after the holidays ($145 at the Cooper Shop at the Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave., at 92nd St.; 212-423-3211).
Double-Duty Jewelry
Judith Ripka’s “PN” freshwater-pearl necklace comes in any length you choose—and the optional diamond closure can be removed and worn as a bracelet (as shown, $12,450; 777 Madison Ave., nr. 66th St.; 212-517-8200).
How to Keep Your Phone Powered in Style
This charger from Links of London has a cord for every phone, provides two hours of talk time on one AA battery, and comes in an elegant leather pouch ($98; 535 Madison Ave., nr. 54th St.; 212-588-1177).