In the annual international Swarovski Create-Your-Own-Style contest. Aria was awarded with a semi-finalist position, which placed her in the top 20 participants. The piece was named ‘Modern Mermaid’. It's available if you can afford it ...

This skinny tux jacket by Lover is so adorable! I love how unexpected and different it is. I'd throw it over a dress with beaten up boots for a dressed down look.

Dolce Vita Olivia Platform - Metallic leather platform pump with an extra-high covered heel. Hmmmm craving pewter pumps...

Nail File of Natural Stone from the Pyrenees Mountains, with case - by Lime. 3 very smooth sides for smooth finishing and real control with 1 coarse side for filing down.

This button down shirt dress by Ben Sherman is super cute! It would look adorable paired with dark tights.

This woodsy bag by FluffyCo is quite possibly the coolest duffel ever.

giuliano fujiwara spring '09 collection is a play on proportions and lines. however new and a bit futuristic the look, it's surprisingly wearable and completely cool...

Ooh la la... Prada, I love you so.

The Peel label was launched in the Fall of 2004 by Vancouver designer Megan Berks. The line has become synonymous with classic style and lovely details, resulting in clothes that will stand the test of time. I can't wait to wear this lovely wool dress.

Understated, premium quality, timeless. Surely a winter jacket to last a lifetime. From Moncler.

check out bikbok's style book. they went from tween style to vintage inspired looks.

This Brooklyn Industries down-filled parka with details based on jean jacket styling is designed to keep you very warm, but still stylish.

multi coloured crystal cuff. the crystals resemble flowers, by tom binns, obviously.

i am all ruffled up over this one. FREMONT flora dress. perfect for every occasion.

A new online accessories boutique. For women who love jewelry and accessories. Over 25 designers featured from CC SKYE, Melinda Maria, Robert Lee Morris, and Melissa Joy Manning. Enter 20OCT for 20% off this month. ACCESSORIES FIRST!

Fantastic feminine dresses paired with masculine accessories by Karen Walker.

pulver's simple sophistication will make you rethink berlin's fashion scene

Peter Hornstein is a new designer and i'm absolutely in love by his work. This is from his Spring Summer 2007 collection

Claudia Schulz Hats are uniquely designed based upon classic minimalist design principles showing simple lines, striking colours and refined accent details, creating a wearable, modern-urban hats.

BEREITSHAFTSTAUSCHE BAGS - Very slick designer bags, includes area for 13.3 or 15.4 notebook / laptop. Made of Leather. At the Moon Cruise Gallery

Jewel tones are in this fall and Rock Steady presents a lovely burgundy number, with little black sparrows at the shoulders. It's pieces like these that make me love being a retro girl!

chicago's ikram boutique - highly inspirational selection from thakoon to junya watanabe via lanvin - where PR's new favourite word 'curate' actually seems true.

Lovely boots from Keller

Cool canvas and leather bag by Another Bag

What every fashionable woman should have: Well the ones that live in Florida or hurricane areas.

Silk Jacquard Scarf ~ from urbn for under $30!

Wallace and Gromit turn male models in DDB's fun new campaign for fashion store Harvey Nichols

Nom de Guerre's fall 08 collection titled "The World As Will and Idea" is a natural evolution for the NY based design collective. Using a subterranean concrete bunker for a think tank, the designers pull inspiration from their immediate environment.

Super cute new pendants by Han Cholo ~ my fav is definitely the mini Ray Gun and Arcade Machine!

Sorta wanting these ankle boots by Moschino Cheap and Chic. (on a side note...I always think it's funny that the line is called "Cheap and Chic". They got the "chic" part right...)

Nail polish names by OPI: My chihuahua bites, An affair in red square, Suzi sells suchi by the seashore, Pink about it, Dating a royal, Penny for your thoughts,… sooo cool!

Beautiful knee length dress with below the hip belt and stunning neckline. Fabric is Nylon Twill. by Dollface Clothing

A sophisticated offering from Marc by Marc Jacobs. The Owl convert clutch (on sale!)

For the environmentally conscious, Ecoist has one of a kind handbags made of repurposed movie billboards. Shown here: Chuck and Larry.

Bellona - Convertible pleated handbag from RanHee Joo

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.

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.

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.

The essential Zip Up Dress by talented New Zealand Designer Jaeha, featuring double zips detail on the front, simple yet versatile!

I love this pretty coat by Lovenia.

Think Pfeiffer's catwoman as a man's shoe, by Common Projects.

I saw some Jesse Kamm designs in person today and now I'm a fan. I love her total DIY approach!

Gorgeous Trousers from ADDRESS!

This is The Coaster from Scapegoat. These guys make some real cool men's jackets, and i hear women's is hitting fall 08. I love their slogan "technically correct and always appropriate." I hope it stays cold for a while so i can rock it!

On cute splashy totes for spring/summer, i'm craving this shiny silver ~ recycled sail totebag with rope handles, and a cute little anchor charm!

Dying over this gorgeous pink taffeta dress by Katy Rodriguez. Simple yet over the top all at once!