Mad deals of the day: December 20

Stiletto Uplift any outfit with these four-inch Cassedy heels. $48 (from $95), Aldo.

Side plates These playful plates will liven up plain place settings. $3 each (from $10), EQ3.

Backpack The Meadow Backpack from Parkland comes with a built-in laptop sleeve and durable, weather-proof exterior. $25 (from $48), Indigo.

Mock turtleneck Unleash the velvet. Calvin Klein's black sleeveless top is a perfect holiday staple; glam it up with accessories for special occasions. $36 (from $89), Hudson's Bay.

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