Pretty and dark at the same time. Gigi kitten heel by Tracy Reese

I'm drawn to big and shapeless items lately... This Linus sweater by Mike & Chris is no exception. (Only thing I don't like is that it's mostly viscose..)

Ooh cool hooded jacket by Stella McCartney

I saw a woman wearing earrings similar to these (or maybe these were it?) and thought they looked pretty cool. You thread them through your ear... Long chain earrings by Campise (30% off)

Grey and black is everywhere which makes a rich color like this stand out all the more. It's mighty peasant-y, but I bet this Jovovich Hawk dress could be modernized with some sort of jacket or something

I've always been a huge fan of unstructured clothing, so obviously, I found this Zero Maria Cornejo dress soooo cool!

Cropped box cut city patent leather jacket by 3.1 Phillip Lim. 30% off at LaGarconne.com!

Sample Sale Alert! Brooklyn designer Hayden-Harnett's got all kinds of goodies for 30-90% off.

I love a man in plaid. This Shades of Greige jacket pulls off "rugged" without becoming "Paul Bunyun."

Nixon watches have a kitschy-retro appeal but feature cutting edge technology. This one is appropriately named The Player, and features a real diamond embedded in the wood paneled face.

Alexander Wang updates the denim jacket with an almost-black finish, bracelet-length sleeves, and a slim, shirt-like fit. Nero jacket, now on sale @ Blaec.

French label Surface to Air also makes great jewelry for the menfolk, like this sword necklace. Now on sale at Factory People.

Incredible accordian pleat skirt by new line Harlan Bell. Just discovered this line and amazed by the spring collection (and the wood-grain blouse for fall).

Cutest large bow coat by Erotokritos. (And it's on sale!)

Coziest cape woven with an allover plaid, cut in a loose oversized fit with a button placket and buttoned front pockets by Lux.

Gift Guide Day 17 ~ all about grooming, some gadgets and potions for men and women that even look good in your bathroom...

Cecilia Carlstedt's illustrations are like some surreal parallel universe... so cool that she collaborated with H&M on a t-shirt (among other things) i had and didn't even know 'til today!

Alexander McQueen has this weird thing going on that makes his designs so much cooler don't you think? McQ by Alexander McQueen.

This Bejeweled ribbon cuff by Banana Republic is a timeless beauty. The design screams Starlet with a modern twist. It has a great fashion vibe for dress-up or just your ordinary jeans and top ensemble.

This pocket sweater dress by Generra looks sooo comfy... This would be for the days when I'm too lazy to put on separate pieces and I want something easy to wear.

Most definitely not what most would consider "sexy lingerie" but I'm oddly attracted to the old-fashioned & tomboy-ish "Smoking bra" and undies by VPL. Looks comfy for lounging around... Also love the green!

Pretty "Jingle skirt" by French connection

Go behind the scenes and into the fitting tests with the fabulous girls from Rodarte, it's almost better than the runway show!

Interview with Proenza Schouler on nymag.com...The spring08 collection is mostly dark colors! Yay. (And also depressing that they are the same age I am.. Sigh.)

very chique environmentally friendly dress by Canadian Designer Elroy from Spring 08 collection.

Cool boyish outfit by Twenty8twelve, Savannah and Sienna Miller's new clothing line. (she looks a little like Brandon Flowers, doesn't she?)

Cute little Scarf/Hood at Red envelope.

Ooh, cool arrow necklace with a garnet as a drop of blood. by Wouters and Hendrix

as usual, Rick Owens gives us yet another incredibly cool leather jacket. we just can't get enough of him!! Spring 2008 RTW.

The sweatshirt is reinvented! Now with interesting texture and shape, 'sweats' has a new meaning. This garment is unisex and features a built in scarf to keep you warm. By Henrik Vibskov.

When is a bag more than just a gorgeous leather expedition pack? When it's filed with chilled champagne, indestructible glasses, a compass, and a silk map.

For our men who have it all ~ nappa leather cuff link box with suede lining so he can keep them under lock and key. £380.00 from Bill Amberg

i'm not sure what the mutual attraction between music and leather is exactly, but we are all over this punk inspired accesories by french DJ & designer Ronald Pineau.

lil shop is Comme des Garcons' newest shop in Berlin. As the name suggests, it's only selected clothing from Comme and Junya Watanabe, plus fragances, accesories and shoes.

Steven Alan knows ties. The purveyor of stylish menswear's current offerings include this great skinny tie. I like the subtle pattern on this woolly one.

just awesome clothes for winter inspiration. (love the parka, latex leggings, the hair and the camera!) [photo gallery over at Hint]

to meet the technical, practical and creative needs of a talented sound designer's lifestyle or simply for all those passionate with music and tech stuff, check out Longchamp Michel Gaubert bags!

Cool dress by Vena Cava in a nice deep purple. Love the straps and buckle detail at the neckline. (now 30% off)

Radiolaria Necklace by Nervous System. Waterjet cut silicone rubber, available in black and white.

Designers have become fascinated with hoods lately, it seems. This wool hooded blazer by Crispin & Basilio is certainly a new take on comfort. And it's lined with silk!

Oooh, the math geek within is quite drawn to the concept of a Mobius Scarf ~ spotted over at Free People in cashmere! I'd be so tempted to just keep cutting it in half...

Conroy & Wilcox thorn cuff and rings in gold and silver

I know what you're thinking... and they can be wore in daylight too... Christian Louboutin lace-up patent ankle boots.

Twelve By Twelve, Forever 21's upscale line, has cute collections like "Mystical Forest" featuring this unique and eye-catching vest -style belt.

So many dress sales, so little time. Net-a-Porter has some great little frocks at up to 60% off. I love this easy, breezy dress by Malene Birger. Now $153 and perfect for resort.

I loved this men's spike cuff the minute i laid eyes on it! I'm sure it would look super hot on you, yes, you. By Giles & Brother.