For when you want something more than a flip flop... The Athens 12 sandal by Dolce Vita. It's like a combo of flip flops and roman sandals...

Do the loop de loop. Australian jewelry designer Kyo Hashimoto has got some fancy-schmancy designs in acrylic and silver.

Country dress meet luscious silk. This electric blue silk dress by (surprise!) Banana Republic is more SATC than Little House on the Prairie.

Mike & Chris Alister Antiqued Leather Duffle in Espresso. Matches those cute hoodies and jackets they make...

This dress intrigues me... by c.neeon from berlin, graphic screened navy cotton voluminous dress.

It's almost summertime... I like the top for this Tyler Rose "Derby" bikini.

"Alexander McQueen dress has a braided trim, a scoop neck, tonal stitch detailing, a button fastening placket on front and falls below the knee." Pretty!

Duncan Quinn suits and bespoke menswear. Warning: put your earplugs in.

There are so many Loeffler Randall shoes & boots I've drooled over, and while i'm tired of the skull thing, I can't help but like these

Lovely Zard Print Verde Heels by Proenza Schouler - found them on sale at Confederacy today - Pale sea foam snake-printed leather upper with ultra-thin t-strap and adjustable buckle at the ankle. 4 inch heel.

Evisu ~ the history of their back pocket hand painted Seagull ~ and a peek at the new collection under the helm of PDC+Earnest Sewn designer Scott Morrison

When it comes to leather jackets, I'm really into non-black hues these days. Navy, charcoal, and dark chocolate brown still pair well with most everything, but are much more interesting than plain black. This grey cowl neck style by Grai is my current favorite.

Is it too early to think about my holiday shoes? I love these flat festive shoes. They make me want to start planning my holiday party!

This jacket is a show piece and makes a very firm statement. Also very on Trend at the moment but will still last beyond seasons.. by Kirsty Doyle

I love this Maison Martin Margiela 11 bracelet. It is so whimsical. [Ed. note: We also love the ring version as seen in post #2264!]

Opening Ceremony is opening a new store in Japan in 10 days! Really cool renderings of what the mini-brand based areas, plus 1st of many short films to celebrate the opening featuring Chloe Sevigny.

I just discovered Guilaume Hinfray's shoes and I'm mopping up the drool from my keyboard,,, I love the combination of the feminine satin with the edgy metal stud of these Judith flats. Check out his website though, there is more to love...

J.Crew & Essie teamed up... the bright orange/red "One of a Kind" is too bright for me, maybe. But I'm diggin' the neutral "Eternal Optimist" color.

Bottega Veneta celebrates the release of their Fall - Winter 2009/2010 collection and a collaboration with photographer Steven Meisel.

Been hearing lots of good things about a new denim collection called RESIN. They're doing a preview collection this season and have a teaser video on the site... Take a looksy

This Men.Style.com article does an awesome job capturing the essence of Nice Collective's Spring collection

A summer must-have: ASOS Braces Skinny Jeans!

ELOHIM by Sabrinagoh Latest Spring/Summer 09 women collection.

Nike and Lance Armstrong have teamed up to bring out the "stages" collection, and the gorgeous Livestrong M-65 jacket.

Shades of Greige Spring/Summer 2009 from LA based designer Micah Cohen. Fashion forward clothing that is wearable and affordable, contemporary without being overtly trendy and classic without being boring.

Gau Rosaries with bone carved skulls . I love the archaic vibe and unique twist these necklaces have !!

These Safety Pin Cufflinks were too NotCouture not to post ~

the latest collaboration this spring, thom browne for colette: is a matter of excess. 650euro polo shirts, 1415euro tennis shoes and 1850euro belts:

I am really into lace-up shoes these days, and these Givenchy's are in such a delicate shade of cream. Check out how tiny the laces are (compared to that mega-chunk heel)!

Designer Majolie fuses textile and fashion design to create these original and bold knits...These are Amazing....Constance ? Or Candide ?

Early photos for numph's high summer collection are up. I am loving this sassy dress!

I really love all of the jewelry from Deka Ray. The designs are beautiful, simple, yet impactful. I'd wear these rings alone for quiet days and stacked to go out.

Designers sketch what they want Michelle Obama to wear for the inauguration.

The simplicity of this Ben Sherman Woven really does it for me. I love that it comes with the tie made of the same fabric and color. Simply perfection.

Anchors Away! Seems like everyone has a chance to look like a sailor this season. With threads like these, you'll never feel landlocked again.

Yes, please! Miju's Wing and Prayer necklace in black acrylic with a bronze-color chain.

On awesome box design ~ the way the Jurlique Biodynamic Beauty Serum literally unfolds and opens itself, presenting the gorgeous frosted glass bottle to you.... such a nice unboxing experience! See more pics of the line, and scans of the box!

I love Samantha Cole line. A designer based out of London that combines menswear, lots of volume, with feminine accents. Can't wait to see more of this stuff.

Natalia Brilli's sculptural 2009 collection

From a French Artisan based in Nîmes, limited edition, for women in the move: the "Voyager" pants by Mandarinbillie.

Aline Weber by Greg Kadel for Italian Vogue Oct 2008.I love the harshness of her clothing, hair, and outfits mixed with the soft feminine backgrounds.

Unusually cut wool-blend vest to keep warm from fall into winter. By Opening Ceremony.

Fashion icon, Karl Lagerfeld, discusses his personal art collections, his love of German posters from the 1910s, how he has so much furniture that he’s started giving it as gifts, and how he stays ahead of the curb.

What Comes Around Goes Around's Marlon Pea Coat has a taste of 60s era sex appeal and rock and roll irreverence.

Nation Ltd. Burnout Sweatshirt in Charcoal ~ looks so comfy, with a bit of a twist in the texture and color...

Recent fashion graduate and winner of Pringle Award for Visionaire Knitwear, Ria Thomas, makes knitwear look like the coolest of outfits!