The best transitional pieces for winter 2024

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While I agree that the month of January owns the top spot for fresh rituals and home organization, November deserves to be its quiet junior cousin. Holiday still feels far enough away, the bulk of autumn garden cleanup is behind you and the atmospheric river that is Cocktail Season hasn’t officially kicked in. And BTW – doesn’t it feel like just yesterday we were dining al fresco in our favourite floaty summer dress? Sheesh!

Clever Fox Password Book with Alphabetical Tabs

No this doesn’t mean I’m going to start using the Yellow Pages again – but there’s something very analog (translation: reliable) about this Internet Password Logbook from Clever Fox. Aggregate your online details in one old school spot. Available in 15 different pantones. Who’s with me?

$42.38 on Amazon

6 Pack Reading Glasses

Drugstore readers are cheap and chic. This six-pack of spring-hinged, blue-light blocking versions by CCVOO are cheap, and way more chic.

$25.99 on Amazon

Wrapping Paper Cutter

Put an end to the soul-crushing cut, rip and ruin experience of trying to trim your (overpriced) holiday wrapping paper. Simply glide this bladed cylinder away from you and along the tube – and exhale.

$19.99 on Amazon

You may also like:

Gorilla Super Glue – $8.87

Nelko Label Maker Machine with Tape – $23.73 (was $49.99)

Stanley Quencher H2.0 – $46

Roborock Q5 Max+ Robot Vacuum – $519.99 (was $809.99)

Having a cool outfit to pull up in is my motivation for getting out of bed every day. But beyond morning meetings and a power lunch? Let’s make sure your after-5pm cocktail party game is prepped and primed, too.

Nesugar Clothing Steamer

I am a high priestess of handheld wardrobe steamers. This slick and mini travel version by Nesugar weighs under one pound, generates ten-minutes of steam and has permanent residence in my en suite.

$85.56 on Amazon

Slit Bustier Dress

If you’re searching for an eveningwear showstopper that can be restyled year after year, here she is. The bustier dress from In Wear has built-in boning, a sexy slit and hugs (not suffocates) to perfection.

$259 at Simons

Crop Blazer With Bows

With boots and boyfriend denim or topping your hottest cocktail getup – this waist-grazing blazer (with bows!) is a wardrobe workhorse.

$99.90 at Zara

Free People Dare to Dream Brooch

Clip a Dare to Dream brooch (available in a lovebird or bunny) onto everything from a party clutch to an evening coat lapel.

$27 at Free People

You may also like:

Litfun Women’s Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers – $29.99 (was $36.99)

Leather Gloves for Women – $26.99

Outdoor Ventures Women’s Packable Puffer Jacket – $76.99

Neprock Clothing Rack with Shelves – $79.99

In case you’re literally the last Canadian to know, Taylor Swift is performing in Toronto (November 14-16 & 21-23) and Vancouver (December 6-8). Herewith, some Taylor-inspired concert considerations for the Swift show – or just about any music night.

Women's Oversized Faux Leather Jacket

Available in 6 shades, this faux leather jacket will most likely cost you less than the Uber ride to the arena (in Vancouver, at least).

$25.69 on Amazon (was $37)

Maybelline SuperStay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick

Just shake, swipe and go! Maybelline New York’s Superstar Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick (in Red Hot) lasts for up to 16 hours.

$10.18 on Amazon

Heart of Gold Hoops

What’s not to love? Heart of Gold hoops (14K gold plated over brass) from Vancouver’s own Leah Alexandra. Swoon.

$195 at leah alexandra

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Friendship Bracelet 1989 Speak Now Fearless Bracelet – $12.98

Nyx XXL Matte Liquid Lipstick – $10.48

Ardell Wispies Multipack – $14.98

Cropped Faux Fur Coat – $62.99