I needed to check on the rumor that the Chanel bottles are the same shape as Plaza Vendome... and also see some pics of the original sketches and evolutions of the bottles.

Love the heel on these shoes by Corso Como

Thankfully it's not super hot here in SF like it seems to be in the rest of California (and the US?) so I can think about jackets like this cute dashed stripe one from Marc by Marc Jacobs

These sweater knit bangles are perfect for fall. Soft merino wool or cashmere from Yarborough Cashmere New York. Exclusive to Colette.

Shu Uemura's Edo Komon Fall Collection - Inspired by the patterns and colors of nature replicated in kimono design

Awesome bags from the young German designer, Laphan Fan who is currently living in Hong Kong.

I'm thrilled to see that sustainable design e-store Branch now carries the awesome reclaimed sailcloth bags from Red Flag Design, a local company here in Vancouver.

Get comfy-cozy in these Fornarina suede sweater boots. The boots have a sexy and sensible 3.25-inch cone heel and a buckle detail to break up the simplicity.

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

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.

Unlike their usual massive-faced watches, the Nixon Rotolog Watch in Bamboo/Teak are smaller and much more sleek. I love the mix of wood and metal (they've got colored enamel versions as well).

This ad for Chanel autumn/winter collection mesmerizes me. I love the opulence of the gorgeous necklace.

Rachel Roy's Karolina Trench Dress in the Pre-Fall '07 Collection is mesmerizing me as well.

Knox's Quintana bag. Another bag that does double duty as a tote or shoulder bag. Kinda loving the two tones on this one. (via notcot.org post #4863)

Wow. It's like jewelry... for your jeans. Bones Key/Belt chain by Roen.

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet... Phillip Lim releases a sleevelss version of his wildly popular rosette dress, a collaboration with Koi Suwannagate.

Suit-tacular. This GQ guide on suits is surprisingly informative, thorough and helpful for building up your business wardrobe.

Anchor ring by Femme Metale to go with a cute nautical-inspired outfit

Interesting new line of grooming for men - Ritual. Nature Calls, The Whip, Trifecta (it is for hair, body, AND face), and more.

Silver Rain by La Prairie. Sweet bottle, and judging by the fragrance's description it probably smells pretty sweet too.

Loving these crystal "Diamonds Are Forever" pendants by TomTom Jewelry

John Patrick presented his classic Americana-inspired Spring Summer 2010 collection at Keen's steakhouse in NYC with special guest supermodel Shalom Harlow!

Tarte Bottoms Up™ - Lower Lash Mascara ~ i had no idea there were special mascaras just for the teeny bottom lashes... "flake-free, water-resistant formula with a precision tapered brush"

Obsessed with design, ISAORA challenges stereotypes by creating snowboard inspired apparel designed with an elevated aesthetic that performs, protects, and surprises both on-slope and on-pavement.

Athens born designer Mary Kantrantzou's fashions are nothing short of art. Her latest RTW uses a specially created jersey fabric on which she prints tromp l'oeil images of perfume bottles.

Love the natural beauty of these buffalo horn bangles from Gargyle

Beautiful, retro-inspired Fall 09 collection from Suzabelle.

Esse Ut Esse have this great new striped leather shoe in navy blue and white. The shoe with lace fronts also features an elegant yellow leather interior trim with brass tipped black laces

Emerging designer Kate Towers has been on the minds of the fashion design community for weeks. Get inside her head in a new interview.

You'll feel like Thumbelina - using a leaf to keep dry in the rain!

Loeffler Randall's exciting new women's collection proves they can do more than just shoes. The back of this sheath dress reminds me of venetian blinds in Los Angeles.

former rocket scientist Lia Lintern turns designer, offering a collection of gorgeous cashmere wool custom-made coats. surprisingly affordable, considering the work that goes into it!

I'm mad at myself for not having spotted these cool Grey Ant pants earlier.. now they're on sale and there are none left in my size!

spirograph beauty invasion

Collar Ink ~ you can truly accessorize anything ~ even your collar stays ~ cute packaging with the little glass vial!

Amazing vintage Harris Tweed jackets. And how to get them for cheap.

The wonderful felt jewlery of Gail Crosman Moore.

I'm loving these Adidas by Stella McCartney running shoes. Great colors and stylishly retro.

Valet Mag ~ is a gorgeous online mag for men's fashion/trends/etc

JR - The French Master of Fashion Collage is bringing more than just AMAZING collage - He also offer the mp3 Soundtrack of EVERY single Runway Show

I don' t think I have ever wanted a pair of boots more, THE BARD by LD Tuttle available at OAK

Now that Fall is in the air, it is time for Chanel's two tone tights to make their debut ... the signature Cs at the ankle can bring a smile to any girl's face.

It's October but it feels like July in socal I love this set by Ecobabe just what I need for those too hot for clothes days.

Adidas by Stella McCartney fall/winter collection

Interview with Sophie Hulme, a young and innovative designer hailing from London.

Autumn/Winter 2008-09 YSL Manifesto was passed out to 5000 lucky passers-by in major cities packaged in this too cute inverted logo cotton tote.