Kinda funky raw edge loafer by Paul Smith.

Unusual and appealing print on this Marc Jacobs Collection cowl neck dress

Gorgeous Nationale pleated dress by Zac Posen.

Etcetera Media has a gorgeous felt tote - the Stockholm bag

Some great pics from the Valentino a Roma 45 Years of Style exhibition. You gotta check out all the red dresses too.. I'm amazed at how they're all the same shade of red (from notcot.org #5309)

a star is born...KOSTAS MURCUDIS

Nom de Guerre's Spring 08 look book is up on its site already, and looking mightly fine. I love the springtime light layering.

Fifi Lapin is a blog about a little socialite rabbit named Fifi and her fashion obsessions. She has the best outfits! Prints available from the artist's etsy store - you can even request a custom outfit!

The awesome portfolio of Royal College of Art graduate Aitor Throup. Love his illustrations and his clothing designs are interesting to say the least...

Plaid blazer with raw edges by Signorelli. There's something about crazy buttons that always gets me. Cool screenprint on the back too

I think my hair dryer is on its last leg. This ceramic-heated dryer from T3 looks amazing. It's supposed to dry hair 60% faster with its negative ion technology, which eliminates frizz and boosts shine!

Sweet dress with lots of pleating detail by Tracy Reese (on sale!)

Rebecca Minkoff's latest for fall: Matinee... from model shots and product shots to a sneak peek of the launch party... we're in love with this new bag.

ThisWorks - love the packaging of their giftsets ~ with titles like Survive. Who doesn't need one?

Cool dotted silk dress by Lover. (on sale and only one size left, sadly)

Giuseppe Zanotti Semi-Wedge Patent Pumps - Sak's calls these an architectural marvel... i'm loving the wood heel.

I wonder if i'm craving this bag b/c of its name... Fugitive Bag. "This steely specimen will speed your getaway with tons of space for your on-the-run must-haves. "

Its almost time from winter again, and there is no better coat to arrive in than this one by Corpus. Check out the detail on the sleeves.

Strangely attracted to patterned stockings. Want to wear with solid day dress and mild shoes. Sexy like tattoos, sans the committment. Possibly slight protection against approaching autumn?

Diggin' the print on this Loomstate for Barneys Green
Barracuda Print Beach Bag

April sweater by Mayle. It is one of a "monthly series of limited edition sweaters designer by Jane Mayle and inspired by a hand painted calendar."

Kind of silly, yet I am totally drawn to it. Moschino Cheap & Chic Kiltie Bow Front Shoe.

[NOTCOT.org #5278] "Passion" cufflinks from John Ferdinand, a new men's accessories brand. Styled in silver and inlaid with ebony. The wood used is actually offcuts from furniture manufacturing.

Uniqlo's Fall men's collection is looking good too. I love the way the looks are put together and merchandised - take note men!

Uniqlo's Fall look book is up on their website. I love their concept of simplicity, and I definitely spy some pieces I need to get my hands on.

Derek Cruz, of Black Sheep & Prodigal Sons, vintage ivory piano keys proved the perfect canvas for his latest collection: a limited-edition line of necklaces made exclusively for BBlessing in New York.

Stella McCartney Patent Appaloosa tote. Delicious & animal friendly.

Cute G-Star trucker check shirt. 10-4, good buddy.

Wow. Crazy mermaid skeleton necklace by Mended Veil.

Chloe aviator sunglasses with leather trim. Fancy.

Rubber ducky, you're the one... super cute yellow duck pendant necklace by ginette_ny

I think I need to be wearing this when I'm working on NotCouture... tiny safety pin bracelet by Giles & Brother

Do you miss back to school shopping? Bring back some of that feeling with this adorable LaRok parochial school shirt

Glossy, matte, glossy, matte... Striped skimmer by Dolce Vita

Here's a great animal-free bag from Stella McCartney. I love the use of felt, and the patent trims are perfect.

Cyberoptix TieLab - Clipper Ship tie. Clippers were named for their speed and relatively short lifespan - live fast, die young!

"Sometimes you look at a shoe and you realize that it's not just a shoe. It is art. It is multiple orgasmic sex. Christian Louboutin introduces the multiple orgasmic sex peep-toe." Papier blog's advertising copy writing is too cute.

A.P.C. has released its Fall collection, with great fall basics like a tartan peacoat and cashmere knits.

One of my favorite online stores, Oak NYC, is expanding it's cut & sew house label this fall. Check out their look book. I'm loving the direction it's going! Can't wait till fall...

Love this outfit from Lyell, and now the Pinwheel Camisole is on sale at Refinery 29. It would be a pretty layering piece through to the fall, too.

Dror Benshetrit's Urban Cast-Away line of jewelry will change the way you thought you saw porcelain - these are second hand fur dipped into porcelain, then shaped and fired.

Simmons Jewelry - $125, and half goes to Diamond Empowerment Fund. Rough Diamond & Malachite Green bracelet

Little drummer girl. Guest designer Alice Ritter created this awesome Ink Modern Armory Chic Coat for the Nave label. It has puff sleeves and four buttons above an empire waist. Scrumptious!

MUahaha. How hilarious is Homer as Karl Lagerfeld?? Check out more images from the Harper's Bazaar August 2007 illustrated fashion spread with the Simpsons!

Show-stopper. I will admit love my L.A.M.B. Enamel Tile Bracelet Watch. I also love that you can't tell it spells out "LAMB" when you're wearing it.

Recent FIT graduate Jinny Kim is causing quite a stir with her new line of glam shoes. These red patent stunners are sure to set hearts on fire.