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Item of the Day: Love Moschino’s Chain Sweater
I thought I was having a See by Chloe moment, but I am really digging pretty much every piece of Love Moschino knitwear on Yoox right now.
This particular sweater is especially catching my eye - I love its old lady chic with the chain print and the big teal bow.
Currently available for $153.
You’ve come a long way, baby: originating from the lowlands of Scotland nearly a century ago, houndstooth is perfect for infusing any outfit with a little preppy geometry.
$100 and Under
Fluxus’ Alligator Tunic combines a classic print with an avant-garde silhouette.
$62 (orig. $88)
Add a layer while keeping it funky fresh in Topshop’s Dogtooth Print Tights. $20
Brown houndstooth insets play beautifully off rich yellow leather in Poetic Licence’s Backlash Booties. $98
The Mid-Rangers
Preppy goes disco in French Connection’s Fast Dazzi Sequin Skirt. $101.99 (orig. $198)
A mini houndstooth print, puffed sleeves and ruched waistband lend girly appeal to Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony’s Sophie Dress. $225.50 (orig. $410)
This Love Moschino cardigan
is the perfect recipe for nouveau preppy style: houndstooth with a grandpa shape and built-in sweater pin. $232
The Spendy Picks
With its intensely precise paneling details and structure, Pringle of Scotland’s Houndstooth Cardi is sheer perfection. $1399
Marc Jacobs’ Little Stam Bag proves that very good things can come in small packages. $745 (orig. $1055)
Chock full of old school glamor, Rosa Cha’s Deep V Swimsuit offers a re-imagined houndstooth pattern and gold chain “belt.” $288 (orig. $430)
Item of the Day: By Malene Birger’s Bead-Embellished Satin Tunic
I’m not too big on seasonal colors with clothing, which is to say, you won’t catch me dead in pastels at any time of year. However, I have to admit that my palette can tend to be a little dour at times. This was highlighted last weekend when I donned my new grey sweaterdress over black leggings for a friend’s birthday party and my husband said, “you’re wearing that? But…it’s summer.”
I do love bold jewel tones, though, and they tend to be perennial: bright enough for summer, but rich and sophisticated enough for winter. Currently I’m obsessed with anything ochre or rust-colored, and this beaded tunic from the always reliable By Malene Birger is sheer perfection.
Currently available for $545.
Item of the Day: Elizabeth and James’ Lorimer Satin and Jersey Dress
I love high/low fashion, and this Elizabeth and James dress is particularly witty: t-shirt-like heather grey jersey is layered under a sweetheart necklined black satin, and finished with an exposed back zipper and ruching details.
Currently on sale for $158 (originally $395).
Here are some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW. This week we’re all about vibrant, color-blocked frocks, glamorous heels, demure tops and neutral hued jewelry.
The Clothes
Love the rich mix of peach, ochre and fuchsia in this knitted Sonia Rykiel dress. Originally $1120; now $672.
Diane von Furstenberg updates the Greek goddess look with her Colorblock Silk Dress. Now $415.90 (originally $695).
No one quite does charming priss like Kate Spade, do they? Polka-Dot Effie Blouse now on sale at $172 (originally $245).
I would wear the literal fluffy shouldered s*&t out of French Connection’s Posh Pleat Knit Jumper. Marked down to $99.99 from $128.
Yoana Baraschi’s Transatlantic Colorblock Dress has a very 60s hip stewardess vibe. Reduced from $275 to $206.
Oui, je t’aime: Adam’s sequined bamboo and cashmere cardigan. Originally $395, now $237.
Love the “sister-wife goes clubbing” look of
Thread Social’s Honeydew Lurex Dot Dress. On sale at $270, down from $540.
60s airline stewardess, part two: Milly’s Mackenzie Ponte Dress. Now $207 (originally $345).
The Shoes
Available in black or natural (shown),
Elizabeth and James’ Latch Croc Bootie is a sophisticated wardrobe staple with an edge. Originally $375; now $262.50.
Fendi’s Woven Slides are like a circa 1962 Sophia Loren in the summer. Now $599 (originally $995).
With metallic piping and cutout details, Rosegold’s Candace suede wedges are long on glamor. On sale at $72 (originally $168).
The Accessories
The chandelier earring gets a 1980s retro twist in Prada’s Jeweled Drop Earrings. Marked down to $174.99 from $250.
Keep your tentacles off of me! Kenneth Jay Lane’s Octopus Ring says it with class. Originally $156; now $94.
We’re always fans of jewelry with leather accents and fringe in general, and
this A.V. Max necklace is also right on trend with its tribal-inspired look. Reduced to $94 (originally $157).
Speaking of trends - keep the roosters out of your hair (and take pity on bait shop owners in the process with these feather and gold chain earrings. Originally $90; now $54.
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For a year-round nautical look or a summery piece that’s office appropriate, try a striped blazer.
$100 and Under
A single button closure and hidden red contrast details are perfect finishing touches on this jersey blazer by Boden.
$98
Caslon’s Knit Blazer keeps it casual with cropped sleeves and a relaxed fit. $58
So nautical it practically shouts ‘ships ahoy!’ at you, this Coldwater Creek seersucker jacket includes a built-in rope belt. $44.99 (orig. $129; save an additional 30% with code 30FORYOU)
The Mid-Rangers
Black piping details lend a 60s menswear look to Juicy Couture’s Striped Seersucker Blazer. $180
Structure meets slouch in Friend of Mine’s Wentworth Blazer. $180 (orig. $300)
Elizabeth and James’ Jagger jacket is Paris in the summer. $197.50 (orig. $395)
The Spendy Picks
Channel your inner fashion matador in See by Chloe’s Striped Crochet Blazer. $495
Gilligan’s Island goes glam in Suno’s Boxy Striped Blazer. $389 (orig. $645)
This was my personal striped blazer purchase and I luuurrrvvveee it, especially with the textured metallic bottom. Unfortunately the designer, Waverly Grey, currently only has a Facebook page, and extensive internet digging did not turn up an online retailer (although I did find this other fab striped blazer of theirs). If it’s looking like a must-have for you, let me know, and I’ll petition them on your behalf.
Item of the Day: Lisa Ho’s Cape
Is it too early to start thinking about outerwear? Well, if you live in the San Francisco Bay Area where it was raining yesterday, probably not, although still a bit premature to begin investing in your serious winter wardrobe pieces.
When that time comes, I totally have this wool/cashmere blend Lisa Ho cape earmarked. I hate it when I have some fab holiday dress with crazy sleeves or some other detail that make it impossible to put a jacket over, but the open shape here lends itself to more versatility for your layers underneath. It’s also available in a gorgeous grey version, although I think the camel color is particularly rich and equestrian looking.
Currently available at $801.43 USD (thanks to @krissyanjo for the designer inspiration).
Geren Ford’s Western Oxford Shirt
I don’t know what kind of Annie get your gun moment I’m having here, but I’m really kind of digging
Geren Ford’s Western Oxford Shirt.
My general concern with light denim shirts is looking like some sort of Folsom Prison escapee, but I do love that Geren just embraced the western-ness of it all and threw in some grommets and a back yoke.
Currently on sale at $99 (originally $198).
Some of our favorite new sale items from around the WWW.
The Clothes
Dolce Vita’s Electra Dress is abstract perfection. Originally $165; now $115.50.
Eight LBDs in one: this Elizabeth and James convertible dress can be styled in a multitude of ways. Marked down to $264 from $395.
Robert Rodriguez’s Beaded Seam Top has a gorgeously feminine, Lady of the Lake look. On sale at $208.60 (originally $298).
Grandpa gets sparkly with Gryphon’s Beaded Cardigan. Marked down to $194.99 (originally $325).
Thakoon’s Twist Skirt is cocktail party ready. Was $765; now $229.50.
The Shoes
Masculine meets feminine in Charlotte Ronson’s appropriately named Dietrich sandals. Now $51 (originally $170).
Knotty, knotty:
Dolce Vita’s Elijah sandals will go effortlessly from summer to fall. Now $98 (originally $140).
Dressing up your favorite tee and jeans is a snap with these Belle by Sigerson Morrison embellished leather ballerina flats. On sale at $107.50 (originally $215).
A dramatic cutout makes Seychelles’ Dos I Do booties less country, more rock n’ roll. Originally $109.95; now $76.79.
The Accessories
Tiny studs lend
Lauren Merkin’s sweet Diana clutch an extra dose of pluck. Marked down to $157.50 from $225.
Alexis Bittar’s Miss Havisham Cup Ring is like a fabulous shipwreck treasure washed ashore. Originally $125; now $82.90.
Felix Rey’s ‘My Heart is Yours’ Clutch has vintage appeal. Reduced to $47.60 (originally $68).
Even the most strident of chomophobes can’t deny the appeal of Milly’s Aztec Feathers earrings. Originally $150; now $105.
Looking for discount codes or sample sales? Check out our most recent Discount Code Roundup for our latest coupons and This Week in Sample Sales for current sale events.
