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Daily Obsession: Houndstooth

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)

Daily Obsession: Striped Blazers

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.

Daily Obsession: Asymmetric Necks and Hemlines

Asymmetric details are a perfect way to add sophistication to bright hues and prints, or intrigue to more stolid neutrals.

$100 and Under

This petal pink Costume Department dress could remain as is for a super feminine look, or toughened up with darker accessories and footwear.
$94.77 (orig. $267.98)

A classic striped boatneck is enlivened by a diagonal hemline and bold red hue in Wal G for Topshop’s Asymmetric Kimono. $54

With a metallic knit body and cutout details, this Arden B metallic tunic would be a perfect beach to bar cover-up. $29.99 (orig. $44)

The Mid-Rangers

Love the dark navy boho chic dye pattern on this Andrew Marc knit dress.
$169 (orig. $240)

This Catherine Malandrino piece is sort of the perfect dress to wear to a summer wedding, no? $225 (orig. $282)

Anna Molinari’s Asymmetric Silk Blouse has a great preppy equestrian vibe without being stuffy. $164 (orig. $820)

The Spendy Picks

Thakoon’s stunningly detailed Asymmetrical Hook & Eye Dress is wearable art. $880

Helmut Lang’s Asymmetric Pullover is minimalist perfection. $310

This Yigal Azrouël jacquard dress, with its abstract print and exposed zippered back, is as tasty as the designer himself. $411.25 (orig. $1175)

Daily Obsession: Dark Floral Prints

An infusion of black or dark chocolate lends lushness and sophistication to bright floral prints, and extends their wear from summer into fall.

$100 and Under

A striped t-shirt silhouette makes this jersey Envi dress extra fun and youthful. $93.99 (orig. $166)

An exposed zipper at the back and pleated cap sleeves are perfect finishing touches on Topshop’s Floral Print Tiered Top. $75

Lace insets lend this Karen Kane blouse a vintage boho feel. $68.90 (orig. $138)

The Mid-Rangers

The Tie Dye Floral Dress by Jessica Simpson (I KNOW) is like an acid trip gone good. $128

Epice’s Scribble Shawl offers a floral print by way of Jackson Pollock. $245

YaYa Aflalo’s Winnie Asymmetrical Dress will go effortlessly from summer barbecues to autumn cocktail parties. $130.99 (orig. $374)

The Spendy Picks

This jaw-dropping Alexander McQueen dress pairs a structured bust with a flowing maxi shape. $5735

Cacharel’s Floral Print Dress, with its high neckline and abstract print, manages to be winningly prim. $695

A brilliantly detailed chinoiserie print on formfitting charmeuse makes this Etro dress particularly mesmerizing. $1455

Daily Obsession: Suspender Details

Get your mind out of the sandbox: suspenders can be a fun twist on otherwise standard wardrobe pieces.

$100 and Under

No need to raid your SO’s closet when you’ve got Current/Elliott’s The Suspender Boyfriend Jean. $99 (orig. $284)

A dark wash adds a hint of formality to Generra’s Suspender Denim Shorts. $72.50 (orig. $145)

Add a little pizazz to your work wardrobe with Newport News’ High-Waist Suspender Pencil Skirt. $39 (orig. $49)

The Mid-Rangers

Channel your inner punky princess in Betsy Johnson’s Teen Vogue Skirt with Suspenders. $238

Steven Alan’s adorable Camden is equal parts jumper, dress, and suspendered skirt. $235

Cheap Monday’s Pencil Skirt is easy like Sunday morning. $110

The Spendy Picks

Suspender straps are an unexpected detail on Emporio Armani’s Sequined Stripe Top. $398 (orig. $995)

Rag & Bone’s Madras Culottes are surprisingly dressy. $280 (orig. $400)

Part top, part work of art: Reality Studio’s Rousters Suspenders Pullover. $267

Daily Obsession: Ruffle Clutches

Add some fashionable frivolity to any ensemble with a ruffled clutch.

$100 and Under

Ruffles go industrial with this Chinese Laundry clutch. $19.94 (orig. $56)

Distressed dove grey vegan-friendly material gives Travelon’s Ruffle Clutch a vintage feel. $30

A rich purple hue and oversized kiss-lock closure lend youthful sophistication to Aldo’s Clementon Clutch. $15.98 (orig. $30)

The Mid-Rangers

Pyramid studs toughen up Betsy Johnson’s Tuxedo Royale Clutch. $125

Navy is a classic alternative to black with this Santi clutch. $223

Patent leather is molded into hand-held sculptural art in Goldenbleu’s Cora Ruffle Top Clutch. $196.99 (orig. $395)

The Spendy Picks

Ruffles are architecturally deconstructed in Christian Louboutin’s Cadeau Bow Kiss-Lock Clutch. $945

Glam rock meets high style with BE & D’s Tuilleries Clutch. $437.25 (orig. $795)

For the classicist: Dolce & Gabbana’s Miss Lexington Clutch. $796 (orig. $995)

Daily Obsession: Belted Print Dresses

A belted waist adds a little shape and a hint of formality to summer prints.

$100 and Under

An ikat pattern lends an exotic feel to this Arden B belted print dress. $78

A wraparound design makes Express’ Tulip Dress extra flattering. $59.50

A red belt adds a welcome splash of color to Forever 21’s Safari Short Dress. $22.80

The Mid-Rangers

An oversized floral print imbues Tibi’s Incognito Belted Dress with a Latin American flair. $183 (orig. $365)

A.B.S.’ Printed Jersey Belted Dress, with its boatneck and 3/4 sleeves, is demurely sexy. $138 (orig. $230)

Surprise infusions of purple at the belt and back of Julie Haus’ Paxton Dress render it utterly unique. $166 (orig. $415)

The Spendy Picks

Nouveau preppy goes on safari with Tory Burch’s Rdson Silk Dress. $315 (orig. $628.60)

A minimalist feather pattern gives this Lia Kes cocktail dress a certain cool chic. $338

Gold Hawk’s Water Color Print Poncho Dress was made for tropical jet-setting. $363