Bag lusting... BURBERRY Studded leather Knight bag

Tempted to go with a Rimowa Trunk for extended trips instead of the usual suitcases... a modern day polycarb version of the steamer trunks?

Made from chocolate wax canvas with soft leather handles and warm brass hardware. The wax finish of this bag grows richer over time, developing a unique patina.

A classic shirt dress can so easily be dressed up or dressed down. I adore this silk swallow print one by Aryn K.

CAMILLA SKOVGAARD Leather and rubber pumps

BURBERRY Shearling-lined ankle boots

Drifter makes basic menswear, but with little touches of style added to make its designs more interesting. This hoodie - with a decorative zipper across its pocket pouch - is a perfect example.

Marie Antoinette is Lusasul's new design. Made in silver by artisans of Taxco, Mexico; this bangle reminds me of the elegant dresses of a lady.

As we countdown to 2011 ~ here's a look back at the top 100 fashionable posts at NotCouture!

Zeptonn's Wellies for Greenpeace are awesome!

Elegant stone cufflinks by Calle dei Dogi Venezia

Movember rewarded the valiant and generous fundraising efforts of those raising over $1,000 for cancer efforts with a limited Movember edition of the Debrett’s Guide for the Modern Gentleman.

Amazing necklace by Suzanna Dai made of copper sequins, outlined in tiny rhinestone and gunmetal ball chains

A cheeky take on the Hermes classic. Slow and Steady Wins the Race's 4-sided Birkin

Fun set of flat, stackable rings from LowLuv x Erin Wasson

Beautiful "Shelley" bra and bandeau string by Wundervoll Luxury Underwear

All Saints Saredon Trench Coat, made from British wool and lined with brushed cotton. Beautifully structured neckline and now in the sale.

John Chapman Ltd. for London Undercover, with a leather and waterproof canvas Flight Holdall Bag. Each piece is handmade in Cumbria, handsome bags with distinct details that travel well.

Feathery (carbon fiber) creations! by Shimrit Lugasi

Inspired by a vintage utility bag, the Walker by Moore & Giles is sure to keep travel well compartmentalized.

Double Breasted Coat from 7 For All Mankind - great craftsmanship and very high level of detail. Love the column of buttons beneath the vent.

Beautiful rubberband dress by New York based architect Margarita Mileva. The dress was inspired by Paul Klee and Bauhaus.

Scottevest SeV travel clothing even has boxers with iPhone pockets

“Esteban Cortazar con éxito”, is a colombian brand that brings high fashion at an affordable price. Winter 2010 collection.

Brothers Dan and Doug Hinds launched Ignoble last year. Their inaugural bag, the Mona, is a backpack for the true connoisseur.

London’s PRESENT has launched its first collection for Fall/Winter 2010. The full collection features some great product and the stories behind some of the pieces are just as intriguing.

I am in complete adoration with the detailing of this BB Dakota Dailey Coat, especially the mandarin collar and pockets.

LASH is an adjustable belt that transforms to a gorgeous whip.

This perfectly warm and snuggly cardigan by Improvd is a much edgier way to do winter wear this season.

Ruta Reifen designed a collection which is called “Waiting for Godot”, inspired by the Beckett playl. She developed a process in which she crossbreeds metal and porcelain so that the two materials blend.

Bottega Veneta Scarab Clutch - Snakeskin and metallic paper clutch with scarab beetle turnlock closure.

Veja Indigenos Low Tops in an exclusive grey stone colorway for oki-ni

GQ Italia and famed photographer Matthew Brookes have teamed up for another outstanding photo editorial, this time for the magazine’s December issue. The shots feature styling by Andrea Tenerani and Vilnius.

Annie Havlicek contrast silk dress cinched at the waist with crimson velvet ribbon. So pretty!

Makr Flap Slim Cordovan, a new slimmer design from Makr.

Tretorn recently teamed up with Ace Hotel to bring out a new version of the Swedish label’s Stråla low-cut rubber boots exclusively for the boutique hotel. The unisex all-weather style is really a great middle ground between staying dry and looking good while doing it.

Currently coveting this splurge-worthy Tsumori Chisato Hooded Oxford Trench … in L-O-V-E with the gorgeous silk lining.

What I Saw Today ~ a collection of daily sketches of "cool stuff guys wear" by designer Richard Haines

NOTCOT Holiday Giveaway #26: our friends from MOR are giving two lucky readers: a Dear Mr. Partrdige Gift Set, or a Soap Opera Gift Set!

Since the launch of TBA in the year of 2009, its designer, Binbin McNiven has been developpping the recreational characteristics of the brand, making it more sophisticated, chic and timeless. This is the spring summer 2011 collection... gorgeous!

Leffot has teamed up with the good folks at Quoddy for the Village Moc which comes in this “retro camel” nubuck shell. Hand sewn in Maine and fully leather lined the Village Mocs are lightweight, ultra comfortable and excellent as travel, resort, or house shoes.

A sneak peak at the S/S 11 menswear collection by Tokyo line SHELLAC.

Nature vs Nurture... a stag being pulled into a direction he doesn't like by a flock of birds... if there ever was a metaphor on a necklace it's this little beautiful beast. by Verameat

Converse is teaming up with REM Eyewear to release a line of glow-in-the-dark shades. First two designs will be the Half Stack (a modified aviator) and the Line Up (a traditional rectangle shape)