It’s that time of year: A cocktail party one night and your office holiday party the next. There may even be a night when you find yourself – (gasp) – double booked! Instead of getting stressed out… 

Like wine and cheese, Jay-Z and Beyoncé and Dolce and Gabbana, handbags and heels are just meant be together. But that doesn’t always mean totally expected matchy-matchy combos – instead, try out some of these inventive sartorial pairings:

Whether you’re alllll about your iPhone or positively gaga for the new Samsung Galaxy, one thing’s certain: Every blog-reading, hashtagging, Facebooking Fashionista needs a phone case worthy of her style savvy. . .

Everyone knows a fashion editor is only as good as her purse – okay, so we’re sort of exaggerating here. Still, there’s no doubt that a good bag can make or break an outfit – but with the trends constantly changing how does one select a pocketbook that will last more than one season? Take it from an editor and invest in one that’s classic and versatile (and preferably black or white). Click through to see ours, and get the look!

A girl should always have a pair of tights – in basic jet-black and a palette of crayon-colored options – in her legwear arsenal. But guess what? This season, there are even more inspiring ways to dress up your stems (and stay warm)...