Tough but refined. Loving this Gladiator bag by Botkier.

Bright, but not crazy bright, for spring/summer. Cool top by Coven

The perfect suit to lounge in and look hot! by Panos Emporio

We found out more about LOVA (remember post #1658?) and the clothing looked just as nice in person

'Biomorphic baubles' made out of felted wool and brass by Hisano Takei. [Ed. Note: the piece entitled 5x5 is pretty nice and crazy]

These upside down hanger necklaces are unlike anything I've ever seen. Custom made by Alter.

Letters of Marque is a 17th century inspired lingerie line that is woven with English and French Leavers lace. The designs are the creative vision of actress Stacey Dash.

For some reason, blue shorts are everywhere this season. La Rok's Josephine short features a high waist and gold hardware.

Designer Alexis Phifer (fiancée of Kanye West), introduces bright colours and 80's inspired designs at New York fashion week in her 2008 Spring collection.

From Kristen Lee, Candy Darling Satin Booties. Every girl should have a pair!

This cardigan/hoodie combo from B.Son is the perfect lightweight topper for Spring.

Lanvin pearls & folded satin necklace. I'm not a pearls girl but I'd definitely wear these.

Interesting concertina ribbon necklace by Flos Ad Florem. Folded grosgrain ribbon held in place with sewn crystals. Available via Kabiri. [Ed. note: reminds me of Lanvin's pearl and satin necklaces]

New UK lingerie line Bela's Dead offers up a sexy vision of the afterlife. The designer collaborated with Finnish illustrator Klaus Haapaniemi to create the unique pieces.

Twin Armada has just appeared on my radar with their urban-looking collection, which ranges from cute and casual to dressy and polished.

BAUHAUS Paris necklace from Alex + Chloe, brings font favorite (Bauhaus) to the jewelry front.

AMT's Me-Rors are now available, and we have an exclusive unboxing for you! Beautifully packaged, and playful perfect gifts, these come in both classic oval, and a vintage silhouette mirror floating in glass...

Missoni Bikini ~ i think its just that time of year, and i'm dying to be laying on a beach and not working... MISSONI COLLECTION Monteray Zig Zag Print Side Tie Bikini

"Worthmore" Distressed Linen Jacket by Vivienne Westwood Anglomania. A little bit of Mary Poppins meets goth chic.

Electronic poet, a new take on hoodies.

Gryphon Timeless Trench Coat ~ even comes with two belts ~ a shiny gold gryphon for when you want to glam things up, and a simple sash for every day.

Jo Wood (wife of Rolling Stones, Ron Wood) has introduced a line of luxurious organic body care. The Jo Wood Organics product line is even contained in beautiful etched glass bottles for their naturally derived and recyclable qualities.

Mark Liu's 'Zero Waste' pattern designs featured in London Fashion Week's Estethica Collection.

Fun shirt by 3.1 Phillip Lim. It comes with the tie, and it's also available in white

Pretty nice shoe for the guys by Frye.

Cool video workshops by Harper's Bazaar. The history of Chanel, makeup trends and how to make curls with your hair straightener.

Junko Shimada spring 2008. I love the flowers on the shoes.

I love these Periodic Rings by itsnoname.

This is a look I love from A.P.C.' s Spring collection. I like to call this color "postman blue." It's a great look for Spring, and a welcome respite from the ubiquitous khaki and grey.

This gorgeous little number by Lascivious is meant to be seen. It could be worn under a blazer, a la Madonna.

Box pleated, cropped jacket by Noble Youth. This is a Spring must have...

Greetje van Helmond's home cultivated sugar jewellery. As a response to disposable fashion consumables Greetje designs unsustainable accessories made with banal materials.

Intricate hair combs from Bottega Veneta, selected by creative director Tomas Maier as among his favorites from the house's collection. Vintage yet fresh, pretty hair is back.

Clever silk scarf from historic house Liberty of London. Love the 'window' of sky scape. Far more interesting than the usual scarves at that price point.

Adorable soft leather iPhone cover also from Jack Rabbit!

Lula Clutch from the Jack Rabbit Collection ~ quilted clutch, chain converts into a shoulder bag.

The shoes Pierre Hardy designed for the Gap are now online, and apparently there are more styles available in some stores. Kinda liking these silver sandals

Hundred of hours went into making this beautiful dress by Helena Horstedt and it shows.

G-Star Raw's Marker Jacket is great for those early Spring days when a bit of chill still hangs in the air. I like the pocket detailing.

This sexy boot is from the Christian Lacroix Spring/Summer 2008 collection. For those of us who can't completely let go of warm weather styles, this open toe ankle boot is the perfect mix of autumn cover-up and spring revelation.

I love this Alexander Wang look from Otte's Spring lookbook. The unexpected pairing of the neutral jacket with the bold, fluorescent shirt is really fresh -- I can practically smell Spring just looking at it.

Free People Crosswords Dress ~ strangely drawn to this cute little springy dress!

Cool dress by Willow. Reminds me of the Roland Mouret Moon dress... (see post #501)

I like that bangles are chunkier and more complex this season, like this one from Fallon (available at Barneys).