No one seemed to care for the Marc Jacobs Patent Rain Boots I wrote about yesterday. Fortunately, there are plenty of other cute options out there as the rainy winter months approach. Whether you're tromping through a wet field or just keeping your feet dry between downtown meetings, waterproof wellies are a stylish way to brave the rain. Over the years, designers have gotten more and more creative with their rain boots, churning out a seemingly infinite number of cute patterns and graphics. Here's a look at some of my favorite styles to get you through the wet months.

Tamara Henriques Toile Hunter Rubber Rain Boots, $118, available here.

Gabriella Rocha Tall Contrast Boots, $59.95, available here.

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Blik stick-on wall graphics are home accessories for the fickle. These oversized decals let you create a mural out of any blank wall, and because they go on and peel off easily, they're great for apartment dwellers and homeowners who like to change their decor frequently. The company also recently launched Re-Stiks, which you can peel off and reuse, and auto decals that are tasteful and not tacky. Here are some of my favorite Blik wall designs.

Blik Iron Vines, $60 for nine decals, available here.

Blik Heads, $26 for four or $52 for eight, available here.

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It's no secret that many a fabulous gal carries her birth control in her purse. But that doesn't mean that we want the whole world to see our birth-control pills or the condoms we're saving for some lucky night. Thankfully, two interesting companies are solving that problem with contraception cases that let you keep your private things private.

Just in Case specializes in stylish protectors for your protection—that is, super-cute compacts especially designed to hold condoms. Available in four different styles and an array of colors, these cases hold two condoms each and even come with a pair to get you started. Prices range from $30 for the Classic Compact, available in four colors here, to $199 for a Swarovski Crystal Compact, available here.

Pillpaks Birth Control Pill Cases are thin wallet-like sleeves for your prescription, complete with a digital clock and an alarm so you won't forget to take your pill. They're available in five different patterns here.

When it comes to online boutiques, Nest is triple-threat of fabulousness. It has an extensive inventory of cute stuff, it features works by up-and-coming designers, and it contributes to a good cause. Nest is actually a nonprofit organization that provides micro-loans to entrepreneurial women in developing countries. To finance those loans, it uses the profits from the online store, which features clothes, jewelry, accessories, and housewares by quirky, little-known designers. Eventually, the site also plans to sell the arts and crafts created by the recipients of its loans. This is a very cool business model, and their products are pretty damn cute too. Here are some of my favorites.

Little Flower Designs Swallow Tea Cup, $30, available here.

Alisha Louise Framed Oval Necklace, $75, available here.

Nature Vs. Future Boat Neck Top, $110, available here.

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I can't resist make-up palettes, and I also love to read. That's why I was delighted to stumble upon this beauty treat for the bookworm in all of us. For her holiday collection, Laura Mercier has released a number of book-themed beauty palettes packed with an enticing array of shades.

First, there is the Laura Mercier Beauty Library Set, available for $120 here. This three-volume collection includes Eye, Cheek, and Lip Books covered in sweet velvet fabric and packaged in a display-worth slipcover. You can also buy each book separately. The Eye Book, available for $45 here, and The Lip Book, which costs $40 here, each contain eight shades, including a number of exclusive colors. The Cheek Book, available for $35 here, includes four blushes and bronzers. To see another exclusive Laura Mercier book, read more

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It takes a lot of sass to pull off wearing a hat around town. But if you've got the gumption, why not try wearing one of the cute fedoras hitting stores this Fall? This look is just a little bit preppy and a little bit funky, and it's a great hat option before you have to start bundling up hardcore. Here are some of my favorite fedora finds.

Victoria Petitt Denim Fedora, $165, available here.

Ophelie Wool Fedora, $75, available here. Found by The1spinky.

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Not all of us are lucky enough to live in the Bahamas, so thankfully, India Hicks is bringing some of her peaceful island existence to us. The British former model is serving as the face and the muse of the new Crabtree & Evelyn Naturals line of shower scrubs, soaps, and other bath accoutrements.

In a world overrun with scented bath products, these 19 blends really stand out, with extracts of sugarcane, cardamom, mint, and other exotic ingredients that really do summon images of island living. The eco-friendly line contains no active synthetic or chemical ingredients, and it's beautifully packaged and surprisingly affordable. Plus, when you spend $85 or more on Naturals line, you get a free jar of Body Butter. Hicks, who wrote the book Island Beauty, available here, is also developing her own line of C&E products due out next year, and a portion of the proceeds will go to Hicks's pet causes. Until then, here are some of the delicious picks from the Crabtree & Evelyn line.

Lemongrass and Brown Sugar Body Scrub, $26, available here.

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There's little doubt that discount designer site Bluefly has some of the best sales. Today, in honor of Halloween, it's hosting a special one day only sale offering an additional 10 percent off its already stellar deals. Here are some of my favorite and slightly Halloween-y picks. All prices are pre-discount.

Vera Wang Black Keyhole Puff Sleeve Dress, $337.50, available here.

Twelfth St. By Cynthia Vincent Coral Jeweled Scoopneck Top, $90, available here.

Delman Black Silk Reese Mary Jane Pumps, $159.30, available here

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I first came across the totally hip watches from Nixon about six months ago, and suddenly, I am seeing them everywhere. Without fail, the designs always manage to catch my eye. The Southern California company has been around for eight years, but now it's rocketing into stardom with mid-range watch designs that are sleek and edgy with just a little bit of surfer edge. I also love how Nixon's online store divides its watches according to "Business Class" and "Coach Class" to meet your jet-setting budget. Here are some of my favorite looks from the line.

The Siren, $150, available in two different face colors here.

The Double Wrap, $75, available in three colors here.

The Mini GTO, $150, available in four color combinations here.

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