This school boy cardi from Reyes is a steal. Wear it open with the sleeves scrunched up over a white tee and some navy shorts. Originally $480, it's now on sale for $144.

I love the combination of rich cognac leather, rivet accents, and cutout sides (summer feet need ventilation!) on these Charlotte Ronson flats. They'll also look great with your navy tights come fall.

This is what I'd call a back-to-school jacket for a young adult male. The colored stripe is fun and playful, but the tailored fit and muted brown hue are all grown up. by Diesel

Terre Peck's Treccia Sandal is a lovely way to do black and white this season. It also gives you a bit of extra height. Now $219 (was $365).

The gorgeous leather on this handmade Pollux tote will get more beautiful with wear, and it's large enough to cart around your laptop.

I have to love a designer who references estranged rockstar-supermodel couples in her style names. Meet Alice McCall's Stephanie and Axl swimsuit.

This Alexander McQueen peep-toe pump is fit for a siren. Sleekly modern, with a dash of glitz. [Ed. note: a variation of the shoe we saw in post #1634 ]

Adeline Cacheux has come up with a way to add some glamour to your messy summer updo with these "Bijou de tete" ("head jewels") 100% sterling silver with elasticized band.

I'm enamored of this pump by Henrik Vibskov. It features a swathe of lycra fabric that wraps up the leg.

I'm not a huge fan of tie-dye, but I do like this scarf by Rabbit on the Run.

The Make Up Room bralette by The Lake & Stars is meant to be seen. I love the crisscrossing neon straps in the back.

I love the minimal look of the Arena 2 Canvas high top. A crisp, clean alternative to your battered Converse, no?

Comfort meets luxury in this simple ribbed tank dress from Rick Owens' Lilies line.

This year, I'm all about jewel tones for swimwear. Haverhill's intricately pleated Alexia bikini comes in a lovely emerald hue.

A summer cotton shirting style from Steven Alan. Have an intern order up some lemonade with that lunch.

The perfect sunglasses for the summer: vintage Lanvin red 80's glasses with brown gradient lens. Just be sure to pass them down to someone special someday.

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.