It's official! It's NotCouture launch week, and we kick it off with a 25% off discount at Standard Style. Stay tuned for more goodies coming your way this week!

Alternative Apparel tees for guys too! (I like to think of it as the non-pervy alternative.. you know what I'm talking about). Love the green, and cute brown on brown striping

Bootleg, skinny, flare... They come and go, but I think the Straight Leg style always looks good. Take these Earnest Sewns, for example. These have a great wash too. (on sale, guys!)

Ooh cute top by See by Chloe. I have a similar See by Chloe blouse but I love the cap sleeves on this one, especially with the buttons on there (and this one's on sale!)

Sweet tshirt with pleating detail (i'm all about pleats lately I guess) by Mike & Chris

I'm a sucker for lush tees to live out of... Alternative Apparel's Burnout V-neck is soft sheer and fitted.

Glaser Designs - beyond being gorgeous, classic, handmade in san francisco... you must see the organization wonder that is their Insiders line of modular components for laptops, wine, files, etc.

Stila's summer eye shadow trios in Acapulco reminds me a bit of Buddhist Mandala sand paintings - see the close up scans.

i|m active will change the way you hold your hair in place while you work out... from claw clip/elastic hybrids to extra grippy elastics and headwraps

Oooh. Suuuper cute trench coat by YaYa Aflalo. I love the short sleeves with buckles, and the pleated back.

Fun and bright. And it has pockets! Pleated babydoll dress by Alice+Olivia

Puma's Urban Mobility line makes great use of wood... and this is the belt which is airport security friendly! Also check out the other gorgeous bags.

Kinda funky raw edge loafer by Paul Smith.

Unusual and appealing print on this Marc Jacobs Collection cowl neck dress

Gorgeous Nationale pleated dress by Zac Posen.

Etcetera Media has a gorgeous felt tote - the Stockholm bag

Some great pics from the Valentino a Roma 45 Years of Style exhibition. You gotta check out all the red dresses too.. I'm amazed at how they're all the same shade of red (from notcot.org #5309)

a star is born...KOSTAS MURCUDIS

Nom de Guerre's Spring 08 look book is up on its site already, and looking mightly fine. I love the springtime light layering.

Fifi Lapin is a blog about a little socialite rabbit named Fifi and her fashion obsessions. She has the best outfits! Prints available from the artist's etsy store - you can even request a custom outfit!

The awesome portfolio of Royal College of Art graduate Aitor Throup. Love his illustrations and his clothing designs are interesting to say the least...

Plaid blazer with raw edges by Signorelli. There's something about crazy buttons that always gets me. Cool screenprint on the back too

I think my hair dryer is on its last leg. This ceramic-heated dryer from T3 looks amazing. It's supposed to dry hair 60% faster with its negative ion technology, which eliminates frizz and boosts shine!

Sweet dress with lots of pleating detail by Tracy Reese (on sale!)

Rebecca Minkoff's latest for fall: Matinee... from model shots and product shots to a sneak peek of the launch party... we're in love with this new bag.

ThisWorks - love the packaging of their giftsets ~ with titles like Survive. Who doesn't need one?

Cool dotted silk dress by Lover. (on sale and only one size left, sadly)

Giuseppe Zanotti Semi-Wedge Patent Pumps - Sak's calls these an architectural marvel... i'm loving the wood heel.

I wonder if i'm craving this bag b/c of its name... Fugitive Bag. "This steely specimen will speed your getaway with tons of space for your on-the-run must-haves. "

Its almost time from winter again, and there is no better coat to arrive in than this one by Corpus. Check out the detail on the sleeves.

Strangely attracted to patterned stockings. Want to wear with solid day dress and mild shoes. Sexy like tattoos, sans the committment. Possibly slight protection against approaching autumn?

Diggin' the print on this Loomstate for Barneys Green
Barracuda Print Beach Bag

April sweater by Mayle. It is one of a "monthly series of limited edition sweaters designer by Jane Mayle and inspired by a hand painted calendar."

Kind of silly, yet I am totally drawn to it. Moschino Cheap & Chic Kiltie Bow Front Shoe.

[NOTCOT.org #5278] "Passion" cufflinks from John Ferdinand, a new men's accessories brand. Styled in silver and inlaid with ebony. The wood used is actually offcuts from furniture manufacturing.

Uniqlo's Fall men's collection is looking good too. I love the way the looks are put together and merchandised - take note men!

Uniqlo's Fall look book is up on their website. I love their concept of simplicity, and I definitely spy some pieces I need to get my hands on.

Derek Cruz, of Black Sheep & Prodigal Sons, vintage ivory piano keys proved the perfect canvas for his latest collection: a limited-edition line of necklaces made exclusively for BBlessing in New York.

Stella McCartney Patent Appaloosa tote. Delicious & animal friendly.

Cute G-Star trucker check shirt. 10-4, good buddy.

Wow. Crazy mermaid skeleton necklace by Mended Veil.

Chloe aviator sunglasses with leather trim. Fancy.

Rubber ducky, you're the one... super cute yellow duck pendant necklace by ginette_ny

I think I need to be wearing this when I'm working on NotCouture... tiny safety pin bracelet by Giles & Brother