GUIDE TO HOLIDAY

NEW HOLIDAY COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE AT QUINCYAPPAREL.COM

GUIDE TO HOLIDAY

A WORD FROM THE FOUNDERSSomehow, unexpectedly as always, the holidays are upon us again. (Wasn’t it just Labor Day? Where has the year gone?) From peppermint mochas to twinkle lights, cozy mittens to window displays we love all things that come with the season.

This holiday season swung in with turkey and stuffing over the Thanksgiving weekend and won’t slow down until the last sip of New Year’s champagne has been drunk. And in those six-ish weeks there are approximately one million office parties, client celebrations, secret santa swaps, family get-togethers, and more - so you better get your party wardrobe in line quick! Check out our guide to festive dressing for some sparkly inspiration.

We think you’ll love our suggestions for some stand-out gifts for all of those hard-to-shop-for friends and family members. And if throwing a festive dinner party has you frozen in fear, keep breathing, grab a cocktail, and page over to Kate’s super-easy ideas for becoming the hostess with the mostess.

We are also thrilled to unveil Quincy’s Holiday collection with some truly festive dresses and jackets for this jubilant season. Exposed zippers, thoughtfully-placed pockets, and our perfect shade of Quincy Fuchsia are just a few of our favorite things this December.

We always love to hear from our customers so drop up us a line sometime! Email us at founders@quincyapparel.com or tweet at @QuincyApparel.

CHRISTINA & ALEX

Alex Nelson & Christina Wallace

CONTENTSWHAT TO WEARPages 4-5

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDEPages 6-7

ENTERTAINMENT TIPSPages 8-9

CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORKPages 10-11

CREDITSPage 12

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WHAT to

WEAR

Wolford

Julie Collection

QuincyQuincy

Modcloth

Kate Spade

Kate Spade

QuincyVince Camuto

Kate Spade

Nars

Tom Binns

Nine West

Dorothy Perkins

Alexis Bittar

HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT

SECRET SANTA PARTY

OFFICE HOLIDAY PARTY

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WHAT to

WEAR

DATE NIGHT

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT

NEW YEARS EVE

AN OUTFIT FOR

everyHOLIDAY OCCASION

Quincy

Quincy

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Quincy

Zara

Banana Republic

Anthropologie

Modcloth

Ted Baker

C. Wonder

Badgley Mischka

C. Wonder

J. CrewBauble Bar

Chromatic Gallerie

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

“ A WONDERFUL GIFTMAY NOT BE WRAPPED

AS YOU EXPECT ”

Buyer’s block? Let Quincy lead the way! Here are our picks for loved ones this holiday season.

FOR THE FOODIE:Cooler than cupcakes, we present to

you the decadent Cake Out box.

FOR THE COLD-AVERSE:These little warmers fit in your pockets

and keep your hands warm all winter long.

FOR THE FITNESS JUNKIE:For your friends who exercise during hibernation time, Nike + Fuelband.

FOR THE HARD-TO-SHOP FOR GUY:A Man Crate stuffed with goodies guys

love. Crow bar included to open!

FOR THE ARTSY ENTERTAINER:Turn your cheese into a new medium

with this painter’s pallette cheese plate.

FOR THE TOOL GUY:A magnetic wristband that will help

when carrying out carpentry projects.

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FOR THE FASHIONISTA:A subscription to Jetworthy –

like Netflix for jewelry!

FOR THE POP PRINCESS:Funky pink earmuffs that pull double

duty as headphones.

FOR THE HOSTESS:An adorable and festive tartan

plaid ice bucket

FOR THE NEW MOM:Chewable, non-toxic,

baby-safe jewelry

FOR THE ON-THE-GO FRIEND: A cute, portable backup charger that works with iPods, iPhones and iPads

FOR THE TECH GEEK: An iPhone microscope attachment that can turn any location into a laboratory

FOR THE WHITE ELEPHANT:Hilarious yet practical Bluetooth

handset gloves

FOR THE FAMILY POOCH:A cheery perch made out of a

converted suitcase

FOR THE CARTOGRAPHER:A typographic map of his or her

hometown or favorite city

HOW TO BE THE

HOSTESSWITH THE

MOSTESS

A go-to guide for entertaining during the Holidaysby Kate Christensen

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Want to be festive down to the very fragrance of the season? Concoct this recipe in a saucepan, fill with water, and simmer to let the aroma fill your home.

-1 red delicious apple-1/2 cup orange rinds-1/4 cup cloves-2 tbsp allspice-3 sticks cinnamon

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PEACE ON EARTHPeace on earth, good will towards men is something we can all agree on. Host a dinner party to raise funds or collect supplies for those who may not be as fortunate not just during the holiday season, but all year long. Organizations like Toys for Tots and the Wounded Warrior Project are worthy and wonderful causes. We here in NYC are particularly passionate about helping our fellow New Yorkers affected by Hurricane Sandy. Donate your time, effort or money to All Hands Volunteers or City Harvest.

DECK THE HALLSThis party packs some two-in-one punch: decorate your apartment for the holidays and get in the spirit of the season while having a good time with friends! Pull out or purchase some holiday décor like metallic garlands, lights, stockings, bows and candles. Trim the tree with ornaments and popcorn or cranberry garlands across the boughs. You can all rock around the Christmas tree to Quincy’s favorite songs. Warm up your guests with a hot chocolate and eggnog bar including the works – marshmallows, candy canes, chocolate crunch bits and whipped cream.

GIFT WRAPPINGOne of the most tedious chores of the holiday season is wrapping presents. Make merry the task and in-vite a group of friends over to make it a team effort! Host a relaxed evening and ask that each friend bring tape, scissors, 2 rolls of wrapping paper and 3 types of bows or ribbon to share and swap. Screen holiday movie favorites like Love Actually, Elf and Miracle on 34th Street, order some takeout, and let the good times roll.

WINTER WONDERFULOn December 21st celebrate Winter Solstice and the essence of the season by turning your apartment into a winter wonderland – cover the walls with white or light blue metallic paper, scatter homemade snow-flakes and have your guests dress all in white. Serve hors d’oeuvres like toasted pepperoni and asiago pinwheels, sweet potato gaufrettes and for dessert, toasted marshmallow shakes.

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SPENDING A HOLIDAY IN

New York City Ice SkatingOngoingTake your pick from rinks at The Standard Hotel, Bryant Park, Rocke-feller Center or Wollman or Lasker Rinks in Central Park. Hot choco-late is in immediate proximity of all mentioned locations.George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

at New York City Ballet November 23rd – December 30th

There’s no holiday tradition quite like the Nutcracker. Showing for its umpteenth annual run, one cannot help but catch the spirit of the sea-

son after watching.

Gingerbread Houses at Le Parker Meridien

December 1st – January 3rd Join in the judging of Le Parker Meridien Hotel’s annual ginger-

bread house competition

Menorah Lighting at Grand Army PlazaDecember 8th – December 16th Celebrate each night of Hanukkah with the lighting of candles on the world’s larg-est menorah situated in front of the Plaza Hotel on 5th Avenue and 59th Street.

Columbia University’s lights on College Walk at 116th Street between Broadway and AmsterdamNovember 29th – February 28th Take part in NYC’s Ivy tradition a week from Thanksgiving. Grab a Viennese coffee and a raspberry rugelach at the campus favorite Hungarian Pastry Shop (1030 Amsterdam Ave) and stroll up to see the trees wrapped in lights.

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Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music HallNovember 9th – December 30th The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is just that – spectacular! The world famous Rockettes celebrate all that is magical about the City and the season in this lights, dance and music–packed production.

Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical GardenNovember 17th – January 13thShowing for its 21st year, this holi-day tradition showcases miniature trains that weave in and out of models of New York City landmarks constructed from twigs, bark, leaves and flowers. It is not to be missed!

Annual Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche at the Metropolitan Museum of Art November 20th – January 6th This ornate tree decorated with eighteenth-century angelic figurines above and nativity characters below is a majestic and magical standard of Christmas in New York.

Holiday Window Displays OngoingNew York’s retail stores have the most spectacular window displays during the holiday season. Check out Lucky Mag’s list on FourSquare for the best of the best. Barneys and Bendel’s are Quincy’s favorites.

The New York Pops with Pink Martini at Carnegie Hall December 14th & 15th Christmas is always classy at Carnegie Hall. Listen as international orchestra Pink Martini teams up with the Pops to create musical holiday splendor.

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KATE CHRISTENSENDYLAN EBRAHEEM (Assistant)

DYLAN SHAW

CONTENT ARCHITECTS GRAPHIC DESIGNER

THE QUINCY TEAM

CHRISTINA WALLACEALEX NELSON

ALAIN MACHADOSARAH McCOLLUMSTUART NELSON

DEE RIVERACHELSA SKEES

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