By Malene Birger's Pillar Jersey Dress is the perfect summer day dress.

I usually steer clear of fringe, but I can't resist the glam-rock style of the Eden dress by With Hearts in My Eyes.

I love Apolis Activism's shirts, so it's no surprise that they make these great charcoal utility pants.

The 70's jean, in the perfect blue wash. Judi Rosen Stove Pipe Bells.

This is what I want to be wearing while whizzing down the streets of Montmartre on a bicycle. Paper Cut Dress by Mine.

Though Spring seems to have finally arrived, there's still a bit of a chill in the evening air. This distressed hoodie by Nice Collective is just the right thing. I'm loving the purple color.

This Helmut Lang cami dress is an easy summer neutral. Great over a crisp white tank or on its own.

Atelier 11 is an Antwerp-based jewelry collective that creates unisex pieces from silver. They also happen to be the manufacturers of Raf Simons' jewelry collection.

No matter how hot it gets, we New Yorkers can't seem to give up our favorite, slimming hue. For summer, wear it loose and drapey, and show a bit of skin. By Surface to Air.

I love the electric hue of this utility dress by DKNY. It's easy to throw on and features practical pockets so you can run around sans handbag.

Maison Martin Margiela's accessories range features some great unisex options, like this lovely ring. And at $155, it won't break the bank.

Normally, I'm not into anything resembling crochet, and I generally steer clear of floral patterns. However, this summer frock has me dreaming of a hot, New York summer. Rose Bib Dress by Hera.

Brown Sound's Spring/Summer '08 collection takes its inspiration from Big Sur, channeling the laid-back, Northern California cool of the place that Jack Kerouac made famous.

Alex and Chloe's Santa Cruz black aviator might just be my new favorite style for Spring/Summer. It's unisex and available in black (shown), brown quartz, and grey quartz.

This pretty little dress in eye-popping turquoise is cut from parachute silk and features variegated pleating to create beautiful movement and fluidity. by Chloe

Grace Sun's lovely Scarf Cardigan can be worn several different ways.

This Opening Ceremony hoodie is very reminiscent of Artysm's Jack'art sweatshirts (Ed. note: see post #577). I prefer the original, but this one happens to come in a fun, punchy color and costs a lot less.

I never thought I'd use the words "lovely" and "windbreaker" in the same sentence, but this is truly the most high fashion version I've ever seen. Rag & Bone Anorak Pullover Jacket.

The Brooklyn-based menswear label Yoko Devereaux has a knack for turning out sophisticated casual wear at affordable price points. This is a great cardi that lets you pull off the A.P.C. look for less.

I'm coveting this parachute style jacket/tunic by mk2k. The sleeves can be unbuttoned and the belt is detachable, affording a variety of styling options.

This twill pleated shrug by doo.ri is an elegant, timeless piece some unborn person would be thrilled to inherit someday.

I've never seen a parka look this good. The French seem to do low-budget, mass market so much better than we do.

This vintage bathing suit seems like the sort of thing I'd see in faded photographs of beachgoers from the 50's.

For some reason, blue shorts are everywhere this season. La Rok's Josephine short features a high waist and gold hardware.

This cardigan/hoodie combo from B.Son is the perfect lightweight topper for Spring.

This is a look I love from A.P.C.' s Spring collection. I like to call this color "postman blue." It's a great look for Spring, and a welcome respite from the ubiquitous khaki and grey.

This gorgeous little number by Lascivious is meant to be seen. It could be worn under a blazer, a la Madonna.

G-Star Raw's Marker Jacket is great for those early Spring days when a bit of chill still hangs in the air. I like the pocket detailing.

I love this Alexander Wang look from Otte's Spring lookbook. The unexpected pairing of the neutral jacket with the bold, fluorescent shirt is really fresh -- I can practically smell Spring just looking at it.

Is millinery back? At New York Fashion Week, designer James Coviello sent models down the runway in stunning headpieces that nearly stole the show.

Jemema stripe tank by Velvet. I can already tell this will be one of my favorites come summer.

I love the back of this dress by Heimstone. The pairing of the delicate fabric with leather and hardware accents is a perfect example of the tough-meets-feminine aesthetic they're known for.

Nudie Jeans Slim Jim Skinny Jeans in Dry Grey. The dry coated grey finish is really unique, and they're really more of a straight leg than the name implies.

South Willard has some beautiful Raf Simons ties right now. I'm really digging the French blue and French gray (pictured here).

Aussie label Thurley creates beautifully detailed tunics and dresses.

This toggle button, cutaway cardi from Gentle Fawn is the perfect go-with-everything topper.

This is a cardigan I'd definitely borrow from the boys. Landon cardi by Pour.

I just discovered that Nixon, one of my favorite men's watchmakers, also does belts. Their styles feature the same fusion of modern design and retro kitsch that make their watches so popular.

Combining a worn-in, downtown aesthetic with luxuriously soft, supple leather, Kooba's Lola bag would make the perfect everyday accoutrement.

A fitted jacket is key for days when you don't want to deal with layering, but need a little something to ward off capricious chilly breezes. Soni & Cindy Charlotte Coat.

Rag & Bone's Boxpleat Shirt is an interesting take on the classic dress shirt, elevating your look from predictably boring to refreshingly modern.

Werkstatt: Munchen is a Munich-based jewelry label designed by Klaus Lohmeyer. The silver and leather pieces are all handcrafted. Great on guys or gals.

I love the off-kilter pocket on this Ijin Material polo.

I had no idea Marimekko made clothes for hipster babies. This striped onesie is perfect for the Brooklyn stroller set ~ also check out the puma canvas slip ones with black robots on white.

The Origami scarf by SoloUniko snuggles up to your neck and has a button to keep it in place.

Foley + Corinna's glazed leather Jet Setter Jr. Tote is now available in a sunny hue that's perfect for spring.