Here at OC, we are struck by how often we end up in everyday conundrums. The ones that land you in the thick of semi (or full-blown) awkwardness, or maybe, the doghouse.
So, we turned to Simon Collins, the dean of the School of Fashion at Parsons, who after six years in his plum perch, just announced plans to step down at the end of this year. Translation: More time to divulge lessons on how to preoccupy oneself...
In this special holiday edition of Simon Says, Simon shares with us his holiday 2014 gift guide.
For the girl you've only dated for three months and may leave it at that:
I’d suggest a lengthy subscription to one of those dreadful dating web sites. That way when you let the poor girl out of her misery, she’ll be able to find solace right away. You might also chuck in something slinky, since someone else is going to be getting what you’re not very soon.
For the girl you've only dated for three months and think this might be The One:
Oh, come now, we all know there’s only one way to keep the attention of the girl of your dreams, and I’m afraid OC doesn’t stock them. Leaving "a girl’s best friend" aside, you must remember that she has better taste than you and you don’t want to be asked for the gift receipt. I’d start with a simple Le Gramme bracelet, impossible to hate, and you can select according to budget and depth of feeling. That way if she hates it (and you), you can wear it yourself.
For the guy you've only dated for three months and may leave it at that:
A bus ticket outta town. That bastard had it coming and he better not show his face or get seen with some skank while you are still alive and kicking.
For the guy you've only dated for three months and think this might be The One:
If you’re thinking he might suffice, then you can dress him however you like. I mean, it’s about time he got rid of the embarrassing junk he’s been wearing till now, and well done, you, for putting up with it. But now the real fixing begins, so why not begin with the Gold Hand Neoprene Crewneck Sweater, to remind him exactly where your hand will go when he makes a mistake.
For your sister:
Your sister is smarter than you and she’s given you some excellent advice over the years, like that time Mum caught you in a compromising position with a magazine. (Yeah, it’s online. Sorry.) Anyway give her something that shows how much you care, in the spirit of this most American of holidays why not a Proenza Schouler red, white, and blue bucket bag
For your brother:
Let’s face it—he’s a bit of an idiot. I know it’s not nice to say, but that time him and his friends were caught experimenting with duct tape and saddle grease (that’s online too, hehe). Still he is your brothe
So, we turned to Simon Collins, the dean of the School of Fashion at Parsons, who after six years in his plum perch, just announced plans to step down at the end of this year. Translation: More time to divulge lessons on how to preoccupy oneself...
In this special holiday edition of Simon Says, Simon shares with us his holiday 2014 gift guide.
For the girl you've only dated for three months and may leave it at that:
I’d suggest a lengthy subscription to one of those dreadful dating web sites. That way when you let the poor girl out of her misery, she’ll be able to find solace right away. You might also chuck in something slinky, since someone else is going to be getting what you’re not very soon.
For the girl you've only dated for three months and think this might be The One:
Oh, come now, we all know there’s only one way to keep the attention of the girl of your dreams, and I’m afraid OC doesn’t stock them. Leaving "a girl’s best friend" aside, you must remember that she has better taste than you and you don’t want to be asked for the gift receipt. I’d start with a simple Le Gramme bracelet, impossible to hate, and you can select according to budget and depth of feeling. That way if she hates it (and you), you can wear it yourself.
For the guy you've only dated for three months and may leave it at that:
A bus ticket outta town. That bastard had it coming and he better not show his face or get seen with some skank while you are still alive and kicking.
For the guy you've only dated for three months and think this might be The One:
If you’re thinking he might suffice, then you can dress him however you like. I mean, it’s about time he got rid of the embarrassing junk he’s been wearing till now, and well done, you, for putting up with it. But now the real fixing begins, so why not begin with the Gold Hand Neoprene Crewneck Sweater, to remind him exactly where your hand will go when he makes a mistake.
For your sister:
Your sister is smarter than you and she’s given you some excellent advice over the years, like that time Mum caught you in a compromising position with a magazine. (Yeah, it’s online. Sorry.) Anyway give her something that shows how much you care, in the spirit of this most American of holidays why not a Proenza Schouler red, white, and blue bucket bag
For your brother:
Let’s face it—he’s a bit of an idiot. I know it’s not nice to say, but that time him and his friends were caught experimenting with duct tape and saddle grease (that’s online too, hehe). Still he is your brothe