Sunday, November 22, 2009
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‘New Moon’ rising

SP’s guide to becoming a “Twilight” siren

By Alison Abbey

Whether you’re rooting for a certain vegetarian vampire or a werewolf with a heart of gold, pledge your allegiance with this Twilight-inspired apparel.

    It’s widely known that Twi-Hards wear their high-pitched screaming, uncontrollable squealing and fanatical hearts on their sleeves. (Editor’s note: I’m a Twi-hard, so I mean that with complete respect.) But now fans of  the “Twilight” saga, the collection of movies spawned from Stephenie Meyer’s uber-successful book series, can wear that undeniable devotion to everything from jewelry to T-shirts to scarves and more.

    Longtime “Twilight” product-peddler Hot Topic has upped the ante on its movie-inspired inventory with a slew of “New Moon” products. Meanwhile, upscale department store Nordstrom has gotten in on the action, too, with jewelry and apparel lines for its BP (junior/contemporary) department, as well as a cosmetics line called Luna Twilight. (Both stores also recently participated in a national “New Moon” cast mall tour.)

    While the partnership with Hot Topic seems like a match made in angsty teen heaven, the Nordstrom pairing is less obvious. But equally successful.

    “We know that many of our customers are fans of the books and the first movie, and we wanted to bring the Twilight experience into our stores for them,” explains Nordstrom spokesperson John Bailey. “It’s a great way for us to connect with our customers.”

    And for customers to connect with their favorite characters. Between the two stores, there’s something for every fan—whether they’re Team Edward, Team Jacob or Team Switzerland.

A CUT ABOVE
You spend every night praying for your own Edward or Jacob to cozy up to. Now Nordstrom has answered your prayers. That’s right: You can purchase your very own Edward or Jake life-sized cutout. And what you do with it is no one’s business but your own. $33 each at Nordstrom.

IT’S A WRAP
We don’t all run a toasty 108-degrees like the wolfpack does, nor do we enjoy having skin that’s icy cold like Forks’ resident vamps, so stay warm on blustery days with this Cullen crest-baring scarf, $18 from Hot Topic.

LOVE ON THE BRAIN
It doesn’t take a mind reader to see the humor in this T-shirt. Edward’s ability to read thoughts has one roadblock: Bella. For some reason, the telepathic vampire just can’t get into his beloved’s head. But you can get into the tee for $30 at Nordstrom.

SHIMMER ME TIMBERS
It’s a battle for the ages. A debate that has sparked heated feuds since “Twilight” was published in 2005: Do vampires really sparkle in the sun? If you believe the books and films, the answer is yes. And now you can too with Luna Twilight’s First Light Body Glow. Your skin may not look like it’s covered in diamonds, but the subtle shimmer is sexy enough to lure any mortal suitor. $34 at Nordstrom.

SWEET DREAMS
While Bella often compares lying next to Edward to lying next to a granite statue, what girl wouldn’t want to rest her head on his stony bod? And since vampires don’t sleep, you can rest your weary head knowing Mr. Cullen is keeping an eye on you. New Moon Edward pillow case, $14 at Hot Topic.

THERE’S NO I IN TEAM
Whether you’re rooting for Jake—ever the underdog, er, wolf—or vampy loverboy Edward to win Bella’s heart, Nordstrom has a shirt for you. Show your support for Team Jacob with a tank that says Edward bites, or stand by your vampire with the Team Edward tee. Team Jacob tank, $28, Team Edward tee, $30, both available at Nordstrom.

FROCK IT
Attending a vampire-thrown birthday party? This replica of Bella’s birthday party dress is the perfect ensemble for any Cullen family gathering. Just be sure you don’t get a paper cut while you’re wearing it. We all know how that turns out. $98 at Hot Topic.

HEROINE HUES
Whether you’re a Bella, a Rosalie, a Victoria or an Alice (think of them as the autumn, summer, winter and spring of our generation), you’ll love these Luna Twilight makeup palettes. Sadly, they don’t come with a beauty expert like Alice, so you’re on your own to apply. $28 each at Nordstrom. (Pictured in Alice.)

CHARMED, I’M SURE
Jacob may have crafted Bella’s own bracelet out of a leather strap, but this chunky gold charm bracelet pays haute couture homage to the original, complete with Jake’s wolf charm and Edward’s “crystal” heart. $36 at Nordstrom.

For even more New Moon-inspired merch and to find store locations, visit www.nordstrom.com and www.hottopic.com. SP