Bummer, I already have pink sandals for Summer, but if you don't, definitely attack this Jeffrey Campbell Roller Sandal ($99). The price, look, and color are so right. Givenchy fans will immediately recognize the top part because it looks identical to Givenchy's Cutout Shoe Booties. So basically you get the Givenchy touch minus the painful heel and stiff price tag. Nothing sounds more amazing right now.
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Sure we've seen fedoras. But this Forever 21 Neon Checker Trim Fedora ($10) stands out for being ska-tastic. The hot pink and black checkered band is totally The Specials circa '81. No need to check the mirror in the bathroom — you look mighty fine.
Is that me?! Sure looks like it. From the fresh sunnies, to the cozy scarf, light wash jeans, and colorful leather bags, this is me in White + Warren bizarro world. If you covet this casual, luxe travel look, check out White + Warren's travel section. What's better on a red eye than a cashmere snuggly ($275)? And new to the mix (and way cheaper) is the Tee Class Travel Wrap ($85) which is like a giant tee shirt to cuddle with. For you eco-conscious travelers, dig the Hemp Traveler ($595). Take a gander, everything comes in uplifting colors. Happy trails . . .
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You know how I told you I was looking for the perfect pair of aviators? Well, I found them at a cute little boutique called Ilori. There I was, quite dizzy and suffering from sunglasses overload, until a nice employee walked up to me and handed me a pair of Purple Ray-Ban Aviators ($129). It was love at first sight. The light lilac frame adds the perfect amount of flirty, feminine appeal to the masculine shape, and they're very lightweight. Color me happy.
Bustier advocates, like myself, get ready to go gaga over this Target Go International Gray Bustier Top ($25). It took mere seconds between finding it and ordering one for myself. I just received it and can't wait to experiment.
I've long been a fan of bustier/corset bodices and especially love what Proenza Schouler does with them. But I normally don't wear them in an obviously sexy way. Instead, I layer over a contrasting tee for coverage and added interest. Now that I'm sure this one looks good in person, I had to share with my girls.
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I've been on the lookout for a laptop sleeve. I keep discovering new scratches on my Mac and it's time I took good care of it. My search ends today, thanks to this Rebecca Minkoff Virginia Computer Sleeve ($98), which also comes in black and bright orange. I used to think it was impossible to find a highly fashionable computer sleeve that's also functional, but this one is as non-geeky as they get. The patent leather is slick, the bright pink is super fun. Plus, the price isn't half bad either. To get more for my money, I think I'll carry it as an oversize clutch on the weekends.
I knew when I glanced at the run of show titled "Crystalarium" the Vena Cava show was going to sparkle. That it did, in the forms of holographic sequins and metallic fringe. But a few jackets also sparkled for me. As hinted, the Fall offerings were inspired by a trip to the American Museum of Natural History's Hall of Gems and Minerals.
Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai conjured up a brilliant mix of a silver foil print rayon cardigan (pictured), motorcycle jackets (taupe leather pictured), and wool cropped jackets. The black asymmetrical wool blazer was unique amongst a sea of Fall blazers — P.S. they're not going anywhere — and atop a hypnotizing rainbow sequin skirt it was galactic chic. Worn over VC's girlie-but-not-too dresses and tame ruffles, these jackets beckoned me. This avid jacket collector will be waiting for these standouts come Fall.
Want an instant injection of fierce? Then you must get one of these Grace Jones Buttons ($3 each). A quickie lesson: She's a Jamaican-American singer, actress, and supermodel whose masculine appearance influenced the cross-dressing movement of the '80s. The image on the pin is from her 1981 album cover for Nightclubbing taken by Jean-Paul Goude. Twenty-five years later, the model and art director reunited on the set of V Magazine's Spring issue for which Jones is a cover girl. Viva, Grace!
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By now, you've seen Louis Vuitton's Stephen Sprouse collection and gone behind the seams of the big bash. Now it's time to bring it home.
eLuxury currently houses the LV Stephen Sprouse line but one piece in particular stood out: this Louis Vuitton Sprouse Collection Grafitti Monogram Sarong ($365). Well, it wasn't hard considering the neon green writing. It's not cheap, but considering it's a limited-edition piece and a tribute to an iconic '80s artist, it's a sound investment.
A round of applause to La Garçonne for designing a t-shirt that is not only super fashionable but also dedicated to a good cause. For a mere $30, get this trés chic The La Garçonne Tee and simultaneously help young girls bring social and economic changes to their families and societies. Twenty-five percent of every tee purchased will be donated to The Girl Effect, a part of the Nike Foundation. Another way to get your hands on this tee is to spend $200 at La Garconne. That should be easy.
