is it ever too early to start holiday dress shopping? i am in need of this converse by john varvatos sequin party-hardy dress.

before perse, spledid, and yes even the row...there was adam lippes. Adam Lippes returns with a vengence with his elegant, hip, and extremely chic line of luxurious basics! Goes on sale october 15th!

Peter Hornstein is a new designer and i'm absolutely in love by his work. This is from his Spring Summer 2007 collection

Claudia Schulz Hats are uniquely designed based upon classic minimalist design principles showing simple lines, striking colours and refined accent details, creating a wearable, modern-urban hats.

I love the wide arms on this tunic from Lav and Kush.
The collection is made in Vancouver.

Kathryn Bentley's hands are pure gold... I love this piece. She makes magical jewelery that I love.

Melody Wolf is a metalsmith in Northside, a community in Cincinnati, and owner and operator of Olive Branch metals. The piece includes sterling silver and peacock feathers arranged in a dramatic runway necklace

NOTCOT in Lucky Mag Nov issue! Exciting to have us in a print mag i've loved reading since its inception ~

Crazy new reverse sweatshirts from Slow and Steady wins the Race.... a new take on a classic.

This hand-knit Brooklyn Industries sweater is so cozy. I love its versatility -- you can wear it with a dress or skirt, or with your favorite jeans!

A great photo essay into the world of denim distressing. Mr. Friedman visited a factory in Kentucky that specializes in distressing high-end jeans for a few top designers brands... very well done.

New Designer Brings Chloé Back to Life

Swims City Slippers with more protection - Prototype! Many asked why it didn't go higher when we showed you the new City Slippers... with positive feedback maybe they will make these!

Back to Basics: H&M's Open House Collection

Are you ready for the return of '80s staple L.A. Gear? Well, you might need to prepare yourself...it's coming back!

I'm totally lusting for these new Jimmy Choo "Lou" sunglasses. I'm so tired of the RayBan wayfarer resurgence, but this oversized & stylized alternative is incredible.

Wow, these "Elise" booties by Pour La Victoire are amazing! They also come in black patent, and I'd love to have a pair in each color!

Aww, cute "Kika" satchel by Botkier. I like the bow and the straps wrapping around the bag like a ribbon

beautiful film advert for Loewe perfume "Quizas Quizas Quizas" made by Eugenio Recuenco.

My favourite knitwear label right now - Lala Berlin. Gorgeous cashmere scarves, sweaters, the lot.

These organic cotton twill pants are a great staple piece combining function and form. Sitting just below the natural waist, then curving into delicious details and a slide pocket. New York.

Probably my next buy, "Alforja", the perfect leather companion for the experienced traveler: made to be folded! From one of the oldest and better leather craftmen in Argentina, Rossi & Caruso.

Really liking the sophisticated, vintage feel of this "Tatiana" bag by Jill Stuart

The thing I most desire to wear: this Gary Graham silk dress. It's all about the cut and color.

An iconic piece in the Love + Pain collection by Melbourne designer Edward Janssen

Dominate in the dark duality of delight defined in these desirable boots by Alexander McQueen.

Kill City 100% Cotton Officium Damaged Tee with Attached Suspenders...

These beautiful black ankle boots from Coclico are so chic with their unusual buttons on the outside. The leather is no doubt to die for.

Nice Collective: Straw Trilby Hat/Black // A part of the New Romantics Collection

Surface To Air: Dead Washington/Gunmetal // Blackened Silver on 30 inch Blackened Silver Curb Chain. [Ed. note: remember post #1376? ]

An article on how the street fashion blogs are starting to look to the people attending the catwalk shows as the real trend setters

Cheap Monday: Towel Scarf/St Grey // 74% cotton, 26% polymide

Neil Barrett opens in Tokyo, with the help of archi-design femme du jour, Zaha Hadid (shop design)

A lovely little white dress from the Icelandic Elm Design.

Stephanie Simek does it again with beautiful earrings made from real pussy willow buds.

Brooklyn Industries has some cute plaid pieces this season. This model is wearing the Anna Button Down Plaid Shirt in Burgundy with the Booker Cropped Trousers. I also like the Chicory plaid vest, which comes in black or red!

Simple, all year round and elegant. Tucker's camisole top is exactly what I'm looking for these days.

A look at Spring 09 runaway collections most dangerous shoes...they may be dangerous, but they're damn good looking!

Tretorn Plask Toggle in Beluga ~ Rubber shaft and sole ~ fun twist on rain boot options!

Viktor & Rolf's Virtual Runway

San-Francisco based duo, Joe Haller and Ian Hannula--the creative flow behind Nice Collective, deliver their F/W 2008 collection. Nice Collective: Thermal Underpants // 50% cotton, 50% polyester

Pepper and Pistol's Summer '09 Lookbook

Surprisingly Stylish Lace Tights at Scout LA

Eve Gravel Make it 76 Jacket - Womens full zip jacket with 3 buttons and slight mock neck collar. Fully lined. Ribbed cuffs and bottom of jacket detailing. Part of Eve Gravels Fall / Winter Collection from Montreal.