Oooh La La!

Swimsuit season is (thankfully) still a long ways off, but just in case any of you are planning for an exotic tropical getaway sometime soon, there's still plenty of sultry swimwear to pick from--even in the middle of winter. Take this coquettish one-piece by JETS by Jessika Allen White Label. The strapless silhouette is flattering and flirty; the lace detail is glamorous, sexy and retro chic.



Top with high-waisted shorts or a sheer maxi skirt for a high-fashion cover-up that you can wear well beyond the beach.
$315 here.

Heart.

Check out these sparkly stunners from Bijoux Heart. 24-karat gold-plated earrings bedecked with more crystals than your earlobe can probably comfortably handle.



$295 at net-a-porter.com.

Disco Queen

Looks like Miu Miu is trying to give Christian Louboutin a run for its money.

When it comes to crazy fabulous disco ball glitter pumps, I never found a pair that topped these gems from CLoub:



I did a quick scan today, and landed on these over-the-top sequined peep-toe platforms from Miu Miu that took the cake.





Oh, and they'll only set you back $950.

Which do you like better?

Marimekko for CB2

Did you know that CB2 (the cooler, hipper sibling of Crate and Barrel) has an exclusive collection compliments of Finnish textile design leader Marimekko? I'm a fan of both brands, so it's no surprise I rather like these modernized floral sheets (currently on sale at CB2.com):




Okay, so it's not pink (which has been a prerequisite for all of my personal home decor); but it is impressively both retro and modern, and the color combination is outrageously unexpected (at least for me) and exciting all at the same time.

And speaking of the eye-popping color combo and print, I happen to rather like this vibrant DKNY Ikat strapless dress ($345 at Net-a-Porter.com), as well:

Katie Hearts Juicy!

Katie Holmes vacationed in Brazil this weekend looking perfectly sunny in a printed Juicy Couture maxi dress.





So cute.

$350 at Net-a-Porter.com.

Fave Color Combo, of Course.

Miu Miu Stripe drape dress $1,270 at Net-a-Porter.com

Energized!

A refreshing burst of color in a flattering, timeless cut; cinched together with an utterly eye-catching belt.


Alice + Olivia does it again--in the midst of a drab winter, no less.

$375 at Net-a-Porter.com.

Deep Designer Discounts at Net-a-Porter.com!

Just in case you're interested, there are plenty of gorgeous seasonal wares on sale now at Net-a-Porter.com. You can always look back and think, 'Remember when times were so tough that even the hottest designer labels were marked down?'

Cutest. Jumper. Ever.

Manoush Wool Pleated Jumper $305 at Net-a-Porter.com

Gothic Glam

Come fall, you'll notice a strong revival of sultry black lace in fashion, accessories and footwear. See these Kova & T lace stirrup leggings ($115 at IntermixOnline.com) below:


If styled appropriately, they could look pretty spectacular, with a great tunic and boots, or an understated streamlined dress.

To avoid an overly Elvira-like look, stick to one lace-covered item per outfit, and, might I add, a dose of high-style girly elements never hurt, either.

If it were up to me, I'd pull on this Philosophy Di Alberta Feretti frock and keep everything else as simple as possible.
($850 at Net-a-Porter.com)

Net-a-Porter's Summer Sale!

Plenty of luxe delights now on sale! Enter code SUMMER for an additional 20% off.

Basically, that means if you've had your eye on Sarah Jessica Parker's fierce VBH rainbow python clutch circa 2006 (but utterly timeless, if you ask me), now's the time to snap one up.



VBH Python Clutch, on sale for $875 (discount not yet applied)


If you're still craving some star style, Heidi Montag's kinda crazy patent Chloe shoes are also on sale.



Chloe Strappy Ankle Boots on sale for $558.75



Not amused with either?

You can't go wrong with elegant gold strappy Jimmy Choos!

Jimmy Choo Epsie Leather Sandals on sale for $351


Happy Shopping!