Donald J. Pliner

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Celebrity Style: Blake Lively

Blake is forming quite a fan club and we can all see why .

Blake is forming quite a fan club and we can all see why . . . just look at her! She is the quintessential American girl. Blonde, beautiful, bubbly, and on her way to visit ABC's Good Morning America with the rest of the adorable cast of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2. There's always room in my week for a great jeans look. Blake made this her own by throwing on layered aquamarine beaded necklaces and natural cork wedges. As always, her hair looks amazing and her smile is dazzling. I don't know if I would have opted for a black bowling bag, but Blake makes it work.

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Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Diane Kruger

In case you haven't heard, I absolutely adore Diane Kruger.

In case you haven't heard, I absolutely adore Diane Kruger. Any opportunity to feature her is more than fine by me, and that's why I was thrilled to see her looking stunning, as usual, at the Cartier Polo Day. That eggplant hue really suits her and gives her an air of sophistication that most Hollywooders lack. Her use of black accessories, especially the patent leather belt, are understated yet sleek. And that other accessory - her man, Joshua Jackson - isn't bad either!

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Shoes

Well-tamed Animal Prints

Every couple of years, the fashion world declares that animal prints are "in," and each time, I just can't seem to embrace the look.

Every couple of years, the fashion world declares that animal prints are "in," and each time, I just can't seem to embrace the look. No matter how pricey the animal prints are, they always end up looking like something you'd wear to a Mississippi casino. One exception: This season's animal-print shoes and handbags from Donald J. Pliner. The designs use leopard and giraffe patterns sparingly and temper them with edgy red and black leather accents for a hip, urban effect.

Zest-ST small flap bag, $390, available here

Sail platform wedge, $265, available here

To see two other designs, read more