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Dita’s Tips on Packing

“Before I go on a trip,” says Dita Von Teese to The Coveteur, “I put on some music and I try on outfits until I come up with good looks, and hang them up on a rolling rack and count out how many days I’m going for. I’m very specific. I try to figure out what I’m wearing each day and I bring outfits that I know work, things that I know I love to wear.” Now if we can only find a way to buy that hot pink silk robe! In the meantime, here’s a selection of pink kimonos and silk robes to emulate this steamy ensemble.

(Photo/Quote: The Coveteur. Text by Jauretsi)

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Zoo Portraits

This series of portraits, taken by Barcelona-based photographer Yago Partal, features bears, bulls, and beagles dressed and ready to impress. Each chosen outfit lends the animal a distinct personality: a precious giraffe from the Upper East Side, a koala bear with an affinity for beaches, an awkward monkey — all of whom are certainly passport ready.

(Photos courtesy of Yago Partal. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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Insta-Peep-O-Gram: Jenavieve Belair

LA-based photographer Jenavieve Belair’s work is unashamedly So Cal. Laid back and bleached out, this is lifestyle photography that would give any West Coaster nostalgia for road trips, skateboards, beaches, and pretty girls — all of which Belair delivers in spades.

(Photos courtesy of @jenavieve via Instagram. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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Insta-Peep-O-Gram: Suit Up

Meet Sean Hotchkiss, a former fashion and style writer for GQ (before getting scooped up recently by J. Crew). His Instagram feed is a mix of behind-the-scenes action, global travels, and a few half-eaten donuts for good measure. Unlike our usual roster of must-follow fashion folk, it’s nice to get a man in the mix for a different, more masculine perspective.

(Photos courtesy of @shotchkissnyc. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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Get Outta Town

Is the spring/winter transition leaving you craving a last minute vacation? We here at The Inside Source are just itching to get somewhere warm to ring in summer (it’s coming soon, we promise). Before you get on that jet plane, make sure you know everything about your destination. In terms of travel books, we’re big fans of the DK Eyewitness Travel series. They’re full of fun facts, tourist must-sees, and helpful city maps. Check out eBay’s selection here.

(Image courtesy of Steinar Bergolsen. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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On the Road

We’ve always been a fan of Peter Fonda, and this picture from Easy Rider only adds fuel to the fire. And maybe it’s just that winter has given us a taste for getting out on the road, but this leather jacket is somethin’ else. Head on over to eBay to check out their selection of similar pieces.

(Photo courtesy of picturestarts. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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Insta-Peep-o-Gram: Follow Me

Here’s a clever concept Instagram. Russian photographer Murad Osmann travels the world with his honey (AKA @yourleo) who remains faceless dragging him through exotic spots. Here’s a taste of Honk Kong, Bali, and Venice. To see the whole collection, check out #FollowMe.

(Photo: Follow Osmann at @muradosmann. Text by Jauretsi)

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Grab Your Board

Newsflash: The holidays are over, dear friends. Everyone’s putting away their Christmas lights, throwing away the trees. Winter’s chill isn’t nostalgic and charming any longer; it’s just simply cold. Is it wrong to be dreaming of surf and sunshine already? For those of you living in or traveling to warmer, more beachy locales, this post is for you. This gorgeous snap of actress Clemence Poesy sporting a Rodarte sweater and clutching a well-waxed board has us hankering for a tropical vacation. We’ve got the shades, now we just need the board. Good thing eBay has a slew of used and new boards from which we can choose. Oh, we’ll also need an invite… and some more vacation days.

(Photo courtesy of officialrodarte. Text by Jenny Bahn)

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Postcards from China: Steven Alan

Steven Alan was recently in China to celebrate eBay’s launch out there. We asked him to pinpoint a new obsession he was inspired by. He tipped us off to this very cool traditional Chinese teapot. It’s an antique Chinese pewter Yixing teapot with jade signage. Following his lead, we’re now scouring eBay for more antique teapots, which make the cutest home adornments. We’d also like to remind you that the Steven Alan eBay Holiday Collective bags are in short supply, but still available for a limited time only. Take one for yourself and for a friend this Christmas.

(Photo: Courtesy of eBay. Text by Jauretsi)

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Postcards from China: Steven Alan’s Morning

By Jauretsi

Designer Steven Alan recently flew out to China for eBay’s big launch this month. Here’s the most awe-inspiring morning shot of Beijing from the man himself. When asked which Chinese phrase he mastered, Steven responded, “Thank you, I am full” or “謝謝，我飽了.” Remember, there’s only a few more Steven Alan-designed eBay Holiday Collective goodies left. Perfect stocking stuffers.

(Photo: Steven Alan Instagram at @salan212)