Elysian Park handbag designer Raven Daye's creations combine insouciant sophistication with offbeat touches. Made of high quality leather in a range of gorgeous colors.

I'm not sure why, but this See by Chloe plaid blouse makes me want to embrace my inner Laura Ingalls.

We loved the Emma Franklin hippo cufflinks from post #223 and had to see more from the British jewelry designer's collection.

The new black...textured! Step lively in these dainty Jill Stuart lace pumps.

Rainy days and Mondays. Living in Seattle, a raincoat is a must, and this lace and vinyl version by Rebecca Taylor is just as functional as it is delicate.

Oooh Sephora has an insider program launching ~ with rewards, special gifts and samples... they are definitely enabling my sephora shopping addiction.

J. Lindeberg mens' loafer in off white. I don't know why but I'm strangely attracted to these...

Deadly couture? Coco is dead knife fight necklace from Alex and Chloe... I wonder what Karl thinks?

Caught up. I don't think i could pull of this crazy crocheted/netted bikini by Ashley Paige, but there's someone out there that can!

Kate Moss reveals new items from her line from Topshop. She is on for the fall too, with the collection due out in August.

Goodbye, peg leg! Hello, high-rise, wide leg vintage-inspired Lips jeans. The label's muse is Francois Hardy--and you can't really go wrong with that!

J Shoes new 2007 line. I saw these while walking in Venice Beach, but didn't have time to stop. Love the flower embossed suede. Code 8690 and 8650

And the wild animal trend continues... These Emma Franklin hippo cufflinks would be a quirky addition to any man's suit.

I am perplexed... is Faded Black the new Grey?

Yohji Yamamoto created with Adidas the perfect outfit for lounging near the gym or on the deck of a liner.

The Sartorialist, aka Scott Schuman, will be shooting an editorial for British Elle and sharing casting, location scouting and styling pictures! From the looks of some of the stunning models, I cant wait to see the results!

Love these blue ankle wrap Costume Nataional flats. They would look great with black jeans. Blue and black is an unconventional combination, but somehow works.

And it stoned me to my soul. MJ does it again and again and again. The Paloma in Wheat (stone and leather) for Fall 07. Advice: get on the waiting list ASAP.

Nobody puts Baby in the corner. Shadeelaine and I coveted this Alice McCall Baby Doll Jacket that is now marked down 50%!

Jailhouse rock. Yipes sttripes on this Madison Marcus blouse for Fall 07. I'm seeing lots of latern sleeves for the upcoming season..

Milla Jovovich is annoying as hell, but her clothing line is so hot. Strut in this super structured white canvas jacket by Jovovich Hawk.

Anticipate the Fall. Lady-like looks in jewel tones from Verrier Fall 07.

911. This is a few years old, but still rad. High Fashion Crime Scenes photography book by Melanie Pullen. This image was also printed on a tee by Harlow.

Warning: Curves ahead. Get a handle on your curls with Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding. Gotta love that name!

J'taime...j'taime... j'taime this metallic cracked leather pouch from Martin Margiela via Aloharag.

My, what big eyes you have.... Beautifully theatrical hand crafted lashes for making a statement: from Shu Uemura.

Speaking of wood clutches (post #191) here's another one in zebrawood with stainless steel and leather sides, from Tivi.

Guest designers are all the rage. Check out fashion darling Jessica Ogden's limited edition Spring 2007 line for Fred Perry.

Shop independent! Independent London/ Store Guide is a guide to the wonderful independent boutiques in London, featuring photographs and clear maps.

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet... Phillip Lim releases a sleevelss version of his wildly popular rosette dress, a collaboration with Koi Suwannagate.

Suit-tacular. This GQ guide on suits is surprisingly informative, thorough and helpful for building up your business wardrobe.

The Last Whimsy. Spring Fanni Crop Jacket by Eros by Erotokritos. Lots of good stuff coming out of that label lately.

Street Style. Book by Steven Vogel. Style from the skreets. My only complaint--why's there always a skateboarder image with "cool"? Ugh--the man!

Gorgeous luggage stack in read by Tanner Krolle.

Bomb Squad! Adorable leather bomber hoodie from Topshop... like Mike & Chris but British and cheap!

Shot Up Polos ~ just what they sound like.... but if people pay for distressed and destroyed jeans and tees... why not this? Awesome photoshoot and video as well.

Some dangerous jewelry by Red Start Design. I love my all silver version of the Subtle Saftey ring

These wide leg jeans by Del Forte look comfy and can also help save the earth. Denim made with organic cotton & they are partners with the sustainable cotton project

Pretty in pink. Pink Kaitlyn wedgies by Devotte with-- Oooh--perforated silver leather accents. So juicy!

Nicolita bikinis are so comfortable and adorable ~ hugging and hiding your curves in all the right places.

Mally Beauty has a two in one tweezer - with a different tweezer shape on each side

Eye candy. See work by Sara Singh and other fashion illustrators at Art Deparment.

For summer dresses I always look to Betsey Johnson. When I saw this 20s-ish 100% silk Budding Bouquet Sleeveless Dress in their window on 5th Ave, I instantly fell in lust. That pink & navy combo is delicious--and it's now on sale!

Looking for the latest fashion tome? Sample: 100 fashion designers, 10 curators (one of them being Alexander McQueen!), 400 illustrated pages--and a special edition pleated cover? Phaidon, you temptress!