It's that time — when all things cozy and comfortable have unmatched appeal. In an effort to keep even our knitwear as chic as possible (without compromising on comfort), we've scoured our favorite stores for the cold-weather essentials we'll need for the month ahead. Admittedly, some pieces aren't so basic — a little Fair Isle, a few stripes, or a bit of sheer here and there to add interest Read more

As the weather cools down, we're always looking for new ways to layer up. Most recently, we spotted cuties on the streets — and also our fellow editors — styling pretty button-up blouses underneath sweaters. This sweet-cum-polished pairing is perfect for wearing with wool miniskirts, skinny jeans, and maxi dresses. The options are endless, so to help you max out your sweater and shirt Read more

Just because it's the weekend — and a holiday one, at that — doesn't mean you have to leave your styling prowess at the office. Instead, channel your off-duty panache via slick sneakers, polished flats, and a plethora of flirty floral frock options. If dresses aren't your thing, no problem. We've culled a cool mix of savvy street stylers from around the world who have nailed that laid-back Read more

Cannes wasn't the only place to do glam-spotting this week — a bevvy of stars here at home, across the pond in London, and even in South Korea turned out in their cocktail finest to fete the MoMA and more. Hilary Rhoda perfected the body-con fit in a curve-hugging knit cocktail dress for the MoMA's NYC festivities, while Kate Bosworth showed off modern-day ladylike minimalism in a Read more

Most people are on the fence about crochet; it either reminds you of the easy, bohemian sensibilities of hippie-cool style icons like Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks, or it calls to mind your grandma and her mystifying obsession with doilies. Though it may have folksy connotations, crochet doesn't have to be a total blast from the past — we love how a knit dress or pair of shorts looks over a Read more

We got our first taste of Madewell's Fall 2012 back in April, but if ever there was a way to prove the cool factor in this collection, it's in Madewell's perfectly styled Fall lookbook. Mastering the art of effortless layers, girl-meets-boy appeal, and the style quirks of traditional Fall clothing turned on its head, Madewell offers up the season's essentials in bold hues, clever prints (like a Read more

With both cool-girl appeal and the prettiest white lace and crochet, Zara's May collection might best be characterized as an exercise in perfect boy-meets-girl dressing. The retailer artfully delivers the best of both worlds: the most feminine and sophisticated kind of separates, like a little lace waistcoat or a ladies-who-lunch tweed jacket, then a slouchy pair of tomboy-fit studded jeans and a Read more

Upon viewing Free People's latest lookbook, we have one immediate regret: there's no Miami vacation in our near future. The label's May lookbook paints a pretty perfect picture of Spring break, Miami style — lounging at the pool, hanging with friends, soaking up the sun — and doing it all in the coolest kind of Summer-perfect clothes. With its signature nod to the bohemian, Free People crafts Read more

LOFT, also known as Ann Taylor's younger, super-independent sister, is taking its Fall 2012 collection for a youthfully chic spin, offering up countless ways to master the "art of print" with cool takes on classic pieces and covet-worthy accessories. Divided into four stylized apartments — think artsy style setter, sleek Francophile, sophisticated lady about town, and polished bohemian — Read more

Nothing says cozy like chunky cable knits. Whether you're cozying up with an actual woolen blanket or just riffing on the pattern with a cool coaster or porcelain pendant lamp, adding cable knits to your casa is a great way to winterize your decor. See a few of my favorites when you keep clicking! Read more