Playful use of color contrasts in this Juicy Couture Ditzy Garden Patchwork Maxi Dress

Lanvin Leather Bowling Bag

Rumors i've heard about Anna Wintour ~ a series by illustrator, Lisa Hanawalt

This clever zip-around briefcase by Makio Hasuike unzips all the way around and can even lie fully flat when unzipped.

Architect turned fashion designer Rachel Sin is building a reputation with her line of dresses, including the Sebastien from the SS11 collection - a classic LBD from the front but with an unexpected, edgy caged back. A definite head turner.

Oak Bark Leather Satchel from Tender Co. Handmade from a single piece of leather.

Customellow Spring/Summer 2011 collection, shot by Jeffrey Graetsch.

Beautifully handmade leather laptop bag with real sheepskin lining by Irish designer De Bruir

Nice wood watches from Italian brand WeWood.

Rachel Comey's playful yet refined Ambusher wingtip in muted yellow leather for spring.

T by Alexander Wang Spring 2011 Collection lookbook.

Linen tunic by Montreal designer Travis Taddeo

Water repellent sneakers from Outlier and Feit. High tech yet simple style, perfect for a ride in the rain!

The Outsider from Joe's Jeans - a simple, clean pair of men's jeans.

Nude Spring/Summer 2011 women´s collection by designer Masahiko Maruyama. Simplicity and carefree clothes.

Viktor & Rolf's special bag for KLM World Business Class.

Trunk Club is a new men's clothes shopping experiment out of Chicago. Expert stylists hand select and send "trunks" of clothing to men based on their needs and preferences.

Nicola Formichetti, the creative director for Thierry Mugler, at work in the Mugler offices. Great article from the NYtimes.

Cute (if very short!) halter dress from one of Urban Outfitter's designer collaborations, Vasia by Ulla Johnson

Norminicies debut collection of laptop bags are Scandinavian on the inside and out.

Designed by Angela Mackey, Vega One is the first fashionable illuminated safety jacket for cyclists that improves their visibility.

A fashionable roundup of our week here at Notcouture.

Zegna’s Fabric Innovations Stave Off the Heat

Bedford Street Laundry by New York based designer Jessica Yuen. A brand that focuses on fresh shapes, unexpected details, honesty and a good dose of humor.

The Jonathan Blazer from Billy Reid's Spring collection.

In deep love with the fluo blue sole of the spring summer Jil Sander collection of formal shoes !

Non Fall/Winter 2011

Get off the bench and into the game with these cut out platforms from Jeffrey Campbell!

Walk-Over Bucks. Classic American-made footwear for the traditionalist and modernist alike.

Mandinka's SS 2011 has a sporty vibe with architectural lines, clean shapes and rich fluid fabrics which create a relaxed elegance for a cool fresh summer look.

Kris Van Assche’s accessories collection for Spring/Summer 2011 features beautiful minimalistic wallets, belts and ties.

New Montblanc accessories, including this hold-all bag and a beautiful leather bracelet with the classic Montblanc insignia.

One of the highlights of Culturata Italy Spring 11 collection. The Pelican Shirt.

David Hart's S/S crop of cotton ties alternates between summery plaids and outsized graphic prints.

Fashion In Movies: Angelina Jolie’s Outfits In The Tourist

Classy little bag from Madewell that can attach to your bike!

Kittinhawk is a couture label from the designer's hands straight to your heart. For 2011 she created the Crystalline Collection, handmade magical jewellery.

Cool and unusual ring by Elizabeth and James. "This thin sterling silver ring features a feather cutout at the raised triangle detail and 22k gold plating at the edges."

A First Look At Wren's Rad New Spring Collection

Neat, intricately laser cut ballet flats by Hoss Intropia

Totally gorgeous bustier dress by Jen Kao. Amazing details and muted rose colors

PRADA Spring/Summer 2011 lookbook.

Shinwon Yoon (the name behind NY label SHIN) has produced another stunning collection. Supersoft supima fabrics mix with her trademark architectural lines for a beautiful study in shape and texture.

Stutterheim Raincoats, handmade raincoats from Sweden.