Loving the tie strap back on this trapeze tank dress from See by Chloé.

17 wet and wild bikinis for women, including this hot little number from Insight.

Cute strappy sandals from Spain's cult favorite, Hoss Intropia.

Made in the USA by the designer NY based Jenny Yuen. On sale too!!

The gorgeous spring '08 collection from doo.ri.

Les must de Cartier ~ Cartier sent over a gorgeous book that just opened my eyes to the decadent and playful times of Cartier Lifestyle in the 70s and 80s... wow.

This plaid linen scarf shirt is light enough for cool(er) summer nights and layers can be added to last through winter! Don't you love year-round apparel? By Harmon.

Father's Day is coming~ the One and Only Man Can is hilarious, yet useful, if you really have no clue at all what to get him... 15% off orders of $30 or more at Delight, with code: NOTCOTrox (exp 6/20/08)

Bambeautiful ! The draping bamboo fabric combines nicely with the O Ring accent. by Lav & Kush.

Since i've been a bit behind while traveling, here's a super roundup of some of the most popular 100 from NOTCOT, TasteSpotting, and NotCouture from the last few weeks...

Pretty details in this Vera Wang lingerie in dusk pink.

The fall/winter '08 lookbook from Hudson Jeans. Wow, have they stepped it up. Never seen denim ads look this good.

The luxurious qualities of monoi oil are showing up in many beauty products. The Thymes version of body care which utilizes this sacred oil not only smells heavenly, but, is packaged elegantly as well.

Not only do we love clothing here at NotCouture, we love packaging & label design as well. Great examples of beautifully creative branding in this article over at Scoute.

Cute sandals by Paul and Joe Sister

Totally mesmerized by the color of this shimmery V Neck Dress by: Loeffler Randall [Don't forget you can get 25% off with the code: NOTCOT25]

I like the looks of this open cardigan by Lux. Easy and perfect for a day at the office

This "Talisa" jacket by Mayle has just the right mix of masculine & feminine for me

Beautifully tailored mens line by MANGO called Homini Emerito (HE)

not a big fan of SATC but this swimming suit that Miranda wore is red hot. by Normal Kamali

Ostwald Helgason takes a lesson in ballet for their latest collection.

These satin pink and gold strappy heels from Rupert Sanderson are playfully feminine.

New men's line Conference of Birds has the hard-edged quality of American workwear with the polish of British tailoring.

Erin Fetherston goes for cool sophistication in this steel lilac one-shoulder ruffle dress paired with a coral branch headband.

I love this Y-Mail coin purse. YSL, to me, has always been the cooler and more understated of the big French labels. RIP Mr. Yves Saint Laurent.

Simple dress with quirky racerback by Olga Kapustina..

Pretty, very sheer top by Iben Hoj

Cute sandals by Gryson.. there's that grey & yellow color combo again

Motto Weekend Travel Bag. Beige 100%cotton canvas and perforated Lamb Leather Lined in Motto checkered lining. all bags come with shoulder straps and dust covers. $950

I like the dainty puffed sleeves and muted colors of this 3.1 Phillip Lim dress (on sale).

On things i wish i had on this trip ~ Shu Uemura has new travel sets! This Depsea Moisture set would have been perfect this week!

No matter what colour, metallic, cream or bright. This handbag by Belen Echandia remains gorgeous and versatile.

These shoes by Faryl Robin are stunning...and they're on sale! Get 'em while their hot.

Whether you saunter down the aisle draped in white or you arrive stylishly unique in jewel toned colors, Hannibal Laguna makes the dress to get married in.

High resolution images for Dagmar's Spring/Summer 2008 collection. Dagmar is a Sweedish design label run by three sisters.

Simple and elegant. Love the satin trim against the soft lyocell. by Anastasia Lomonova

Halter bra by Sista Shei with a feminine satin bow at the center and a edgy buckle on the strap.

By Malene Birger's Pillar Jersey Dress is the perfect summer day dress.

Those aromatic candle scents I love from Tocca are now in perfume form.

The perfect summer sandal. by Maud

I usually steer clear of fringe, but I can't resist the glam-rock style of the Eden dress by With Hearts in My Eyes.

Another amazing leather jacket by Mike & Chris. I can tell just by the photo that it's buttery soft.

A shopping tote with a cool logo/pattern from French Connection.

I love Apolis Activism's shirts, so it's no surprise that they make these great charcoal utility pants.