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J’adore Dior, and this chain strap pochette is one example why.
Lambskin with cannage embroidery, it’s soft but strong.
Metal chain strap, it’s polished but tough.
Shoulder or clutch, it’s both practical and versatile.
 
Dior Lady Dior Pochette, $770, eLUXURY.com
 

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While Vera Wang’s first line for Kohl’s was an enormous success –
thanks in part to convenient store locations, extreme price cuts, and darling designs–
I’m debating whether or not this jersey shift from her Lavender line is worth the full price of $595 at Net-A-Porter.
Wang, one of America’s most sought-after wedding gown designers, originally started producing her Lavender […]

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Check out my picks for some fabulous steals and deals at Barneys New York.
From beautiful brocade to satin and silk, dresses — from designers like Diane Von Furstenberg, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Marc by Marc Jacobs — are SERIOUSLY discounted.
Designer dress for less is precisely what you need to give your Fall 07 wardrobe a […]

Read the rest of Hope Robertson’s ThisNext Picks | Designer Dress Sale at Barneys New York

When a bag can hold every daily necessity and then some, I’m sold.
Botkier’s ‘Sasha’ tote had to be created by a woman, because the bag is all about details.
So very versatile going from your shoulder to your hand, complete with secret pouches, bottom-bag studs, and light-weight leather –
all for $695 –
it’s an investment that will […]

Read the rest of Botkier | Duffle Tote

All ruffles and pleats, this halter dress from Lela Rose is a romantic sheath that wears poetically any time of year.
While I’m not a typically a fan of halter-styled frocks, this one hits all the right chords. I especially love the silver detailing around the waistband, making it easy to dress up and add some drama to […]

Read the rest of Lela Rose | Belted Silk Halter

You know him because he’s the fashion editor at the Today show. He’s also a frequent face on E! Entertainment’s Style Network. Now you can know him for his fabulous fashion hints 365 days a year in his latest book.
Offering advice not just about the physical side of your wardrobe, but how you actually feel […]

Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Before You Put That On | By: Lloyd Boston

Fall 2007 is all about accessorizing. Just like wide-leg jeans and chunky platforms, the 70s are back, this time in the form of pendant necklaces, headbands, cocktail rings, large brooches, and even bangles.
And because Dior is my main man, THE designer extraordinaire, it makes perfect sense that when it comes to accoutrements, his elegant designs would […]

Read the rest of Dior | Lady Dior Bangle

Croc-stamped patent leather in a rich, warm shade of brown, complimented by a curved, smooth, wooden wedge heel.
Made in Italy and shipped right to your door.
Your feet are waiting.
Isabella Fiore glitter croc wedges, $395, eLUXURY.com

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While Alice Temperley is the latest (and in my opinion, the greatest, since Stella) of Target’s GO Designers, I am loving some of the last-minute clearance items from Libertine.
All preppy-casual with a dash of nautical charm, these are classic pieces that can still get some wear this season, and that will still be right on next Spring.
1. […]

Read the rest of What a Deal | Libertine at Target

There’s something about the memories of being a tiny tot and watching my great aunts and grandmothers dressed to the nines in pearls and fur that triggers some fashion inspiration from the past to the present.
Always class and never crass, fur is a playful — and non-predictable — way to add pinache to the everyday. […]

Read the rest of Fur Accessories | My ThisNext Picks

Made popular by Chanel’s original quilted bag, chain handles are a versatile and stand-out way to make a statement. Adding that little something extra to pop against every girl’s diamonds and pearls, chain handle shoulder bags are a must for this fall and winter season.
 
1. Chloe – Ordinary black leather stands out with the help of a turn-lock detail and a fanciful […]

Read the rest of Chain-handle Shoulder Bags | Chloe, Erva, Temperley London