Unusual and beautiful necklace from FormFire Glassworks. The beads are shaped like little propellers.

A flutter of leaves, florals, and pretty shells make up the collection of silver pieces by JW Fine Jewelry. They look great worn in bunches or alone.

Koi Suwannagate's GRACIA Silk Lace Gown ~ Resort '09 collection

Amazing new summer line from M.I.A.'s sister. By the name of "Hunger" the collection was inspired by how food is seen in other places of the world...

Eve Gravel Manureva Sweater. Designed and produced in Montreal. This womens full button cardigan sweater has an over-sized funnel neck collar, black contrast on the cuffs, and a button closure front. It looks so warm and wonderful.

Ooooh my Alex & Chloe order came, and couldn't resist showing you closeups of some of my favorites as well as the awesome black on black packaging! Also take a peek at their latest t-shirt collection!

I love the subtle detailing of the waved pintucks. Beautiful sustainable dress (made from handwoven bamboo) by Elroy Apparel

Laura Lobdell's Free Bird necklace - randomly inspired by a "free-spirit who plays with matches, knows Rome and eats candy". Available in sterling silver and in gold.

Some beautiful bags over at Blackbird from British label Property Of...... More bags!!! More!!! Great details, Reasonably priced.

Thick luxe leather, a modern yet fully practical design, and plenty of pockets to keep me organized. There's nothing I don't absolutely love about the Mia Kaos bag from Gryson.

NOTCOT Giveaway #24 ~ Makr is giving away one of their handcrafted leather wallets ~ the Black Tonal Plaid Vertical Pocket to be exact!

faux leather zipper-fied booty shorts by cheap monday...just about everything i need all into one.

PebetaTeta Earrings - Argentinian Designer Sol Zwierzynski - Acrilic Laser Cut

Designers sketch what they want Michelle Obama to wear for the inauguration.

Barker Black's Derrick Miller dishes on how to keep your kicks looking good. In this economy, it's best to walk softly and carry some good shoe polish.

In love with the actual collection of massive jewelry by Givenchy

Love Bird Tights by Free People. Simple and beautiful graphic accessory to dress up or down with.

New, warm, soft, luxe loungewear at James Perse.

Moovboot of Australia are the ultimate stylish waterproof winter boot.

Recycling can be so sexy. Creator Jolis Paons pleated, sewed and glued this entire dress by hand. It’s gorgeous, but I have to admit, I would hope my number wasn’t visible on it. [Ed.Note: just a flickr set, but pretty awesome dress so I couldn't resist]

Emma Louisa is a full time product designer for Fisher & Paykel. She just started making sterling silver jewellery. Beautifully inspired by Vintage clock hands.

Check out our NotCouture + Revolve Clothing gift guide for some fun ideas... awesome stuff for the guys especially (in my opinion at least!)

As if I needed another bag to lust after... and this one is two-tone, to boot. It's killing me! Absolutely loving this mercer bag by Dunlin. I need it. Now.

3 limited edition t-shirts will be available at The Standard Hotels in LA, NYC, and Miami... Andre Balazs has commissione contemporary legends, Natas Kaupas, Eric Haze, and Jose Parla to design these t-shirts for their respective cities!

Picnica Reusable Tote ~ that stuffs into a bunny! And when you're using it, the bunny is attached to the side... hilarious, bizarre, and strangely appealing... definitely a standout design in the reusable shopping bag space!

Fun, jazzy graphic print dress by Silence & Noise (minus points for being made of polyester, but it's only $68...)

Another piece I'm loving by PYT.. This one is also called "There are lots of people here", but this one is the scarab ring. So unique

Diggin' this spike ring by PYT, called "There are lots of people here"

Cool cumberbund vest by Alexander Wang

It's so bright, but I can't resist the green.. "Essex" peacoat by Juicy Couture (on sale, and you're in luck if you're a L)

Modern Amusement knows how to create a complete look for a guy even in purple.

This amazing leather jacket by MIKE & CHRIS is a timeless addition to any man's wardrobe and with all the rumors of MIKE & CHRIS going out of business....time to snag one up!

When I think 'suit', I typically think of the conservative Brooks Brothers-type suit: boring and unattractive. This suit by ACNE, however, combines clean design with luxury detailing and conveys professionalism without being too stuffy!

I love this super comfy lambswool sweater from Filippa K's Holiday collection. I havent stopped wearing it since I bought it!

Laura Laine is a very talented fashion illustrator. I love the movement of all her illustrations and the clothes are divine.

Fashion for kids with Acne Miniature...

Tom Ford is introducing an $18 soap on a rope 'Cleansing Bar' that is scented with Tom Ford For Men.

Awesome new shoe from Y3's F/W '08 Collection.

Unnur - Handbags and accessories made from sea leather...yes FISH!! Award winning bags. Due launching our online store, we give 20% discount until December 24th...happy shopping!

NotCouture roundup of holiday giftables ~ jewelry, accessories, bags, etc!

Luxe and versatile all in one...cashmere and leather convertible gloves.

Embrace your inner rebel. Silver "I Fought the Law and the Law Won" ring by Stephen Webster.

NOTCOT Holiday Special - Baxter of California is offering NOTCOT readers a 20% discount on all products using the code NOTCOT in the Coupon Code Section ~ good for 48 hours only ~ ends Sunday Dec 6th, midnight PST.

1970s vintage 'Lovely Pot' necklace from Rock 'n Rose!