LE CATCH

You know that quiet heartbreak when you hesitate on a purchase—maybe you think, “I’ll sleep on it, be sensible”—and then BOOM: sold out in your size by morning? That’s happened to me too many times to count, and let me tell you, every time it stings more than stepping on a rogue LEGO in bare feet. So here I am, nursing my cumulative cart-remorse. I came across the studded H&M knit skirt, above, in Amsterdam a few weeks ago, mentally hearted it, and planned to buy it online to spare myself from packing one more thing in my already jam-packed suitcase. It’s now sold out in most sizes—but not in mine—so I snapped it up (truth be told, I bought the matching sweater too!). Yesterday, at the Attersee trunk show, I tried on the “Feed Bag” belt—the kind of piece that would do wonders for literally anything: dresses, skirts, jeans, jackets, coats—basically the entire contents of my closet. And yet, I hesitated. I told myself I’d think about it. Then the hearts started rolling into my DMs after I posted it on Instagram last night. Apparently, everyone else saw what I was in denial about. Consider this my redemption arc: it’s now on its way to me. Plus, I am contemplating this, this and these for future pray-it-doesn't-sell out purchases. Can't stop, won't stop!!

$236, nordstrom

Leather and lace--my daily love story.

1. Calvin Klein scarf-detail cashmere sweater, $1650, mytheresa.com
2. Rohe corduroy pants, $505, mytheresa.com
3. FREYRS sunglasses, $85, freyrs.com
4. Jenny Bird ring, $138, shopbop.com
5. Woolrich x Target socks, $8, target.com
6. Maison de Sabra wristlet phone case, $138, maisondesabre.com
7. Charlotte Stone leather shoes, $238, nordstrom.com

It feels like a migratory pattern has suddenly reversed: a herd of New Yorkers has landed in Los Angeles this week, trading their downtown swagger for sun-drenched lunches at San Vincente Bungalows and coconut-milk cortados at Erewhon. Of course, I'll be joining them. For me, the co-mingling kicks off on Thursday night with a fête for Laura Brown—the sharp-witted Australian media maven and former InStyle editor-in-chief—and Kristina O’Neill, the effortlessly polished former editor of WSJ. Magazine, celebrating their new book All The Cool Girls Get Fired at Tory Burch in Beverly Hills. I'm anticipating peak bi-coastal glamour: sharp tailoring, sculptural jewelry, and enough lace to remind us summer isn’t completely over—at least in California. On the same night (of course!), Kallmeyer is hosting at The Dresden with, no doubt, guests in the line's enviably-cool minimalism. Think signature tuxedo shirts (now on sale, below, which I snapped up for the occasion), and dresses that drape just right. However, since denim is practically the official uniform of Los Angeles, jeans will be out in full force—but this week they’re getting a sophisticated upgrade for our visiting Manhattan set. I love the pinstriped pair by Zara, above, and these suede-trimmed(!) J.Crew, below. I'll also be dropping by Attersee's trunk show at Sunset Tower to not only take in the refined sensuality of Isabel Wilkinson’s architectural silhouettes but also the crowd of linen-and-gold-wearing devotees who looked like they just got back from summering in Hydra. And because no New York takeover would be complete without a hit of Tribeca edge, I'll be hitting Nili Lotan's spring preview today--and fast-forwarding to Marlien in March, wearing the line's signature slouchy barrel-leg pants, gauzy shirting, and faux fur-trimmed army jackets (below) that whisper cool more than they shout. I'm plotting to show my fellow New Yorkers the good side of the 405 by wearing this boucle 3.1 Phillip Lim knit, this studded Pistola jacket (I'm sporting it as a shirt), this Tibi car coat, this fringed Dries Van Noten, these tasseled Jimmy Choo loafers, or this multi-pocketed Mango. This week will be going by faster than a New York minute!

Friends from Jackson Hole blew through town this weekend—bringing with them tales of first tracks, snow forecasts, and unmistakable mountain magic. Naturally, our conversation veered straight into deep winter mode, and before long, I was mentally catapulted into a subzero wonderland of travel and wardrobe planning. There’s the Sun Valley Film Festival in early December—fire pits, faux fur, and film people at The Roundhouse. Aspen over New Year’s is a strong maybe, and then a girls’ trip to Jackson in January. Already knee-dip in style inspo from my friend, Counter Beauty founder Gregg Renfrew, above, I ticked off the jacket box with the Polo Ralph Lauren, below, for under $500! And yet: winter isn’t just a far-off fantasy. Snow is already dusting the San Gabriel Mountains, glistening like a postcard every time I head east on the 10--a bright-white reminder that it’s officially open season for slope-chic pieces—even if your idea of mountain life is more Topanga Canyon than Courchevel. The Outnet has a TON of Alpine-glam wins, including this, this, this and this. Plus, some sea-level finds that stand up to snowy conditions: the easy-to-layer Sezane, the striped Banana Republic (picture the big collars spilling out over a jacket), this leather-looking puffer (size up and get double takes at White House Tavern), the cropped J.Crew fair-isle knit, the Tory Burch wool hoodie, and this Bode-like embroidered jacket.

In case you missed my latest Substack from Sunday, I'm linking it here. Because ever since I returned, I've been flooded with questions--everything from the newest see-and-be-seen restaurants (Cherry, Le Grand Cafe--bon chance getting in!), best vintage spots (I referred to this guide), coffee to cross town for, sandwich lines worth waiting in (Le Petite Vendome), how much outerwear to pack, etc. You'll find all of this insider intel here!

It’s no small thing to inspire a supermodel’s style—but that’s exactly what happened yesterday when my friend Molly Sims stepped out in an outfit inspired by one I wore not too long ago in New York (below). Her version (with a Toteme skirt, also in this color) reminded me why I fell in love with the look in the first place—and sent me down yet another sourcing rabbit hole for more of those dreamy sheer skirts that somehow feel both effortless and elevated. See below with this $39(!) Asos and this ALC. Naturally, that detour turned into full-on internet trawling, amounting to an end-of-week data dump--the styling sparks and the unexpected finds currently cluttering my browser--to share with you: Anthropologie's embellished coat, Clare V's chocolate velvet pouch, my new Dries Van Noten wrap cardigan (sourced on the day I wore the above outfit!), Edie Parker's glam lipstick lighter case (great gift idea!), this outfit-making denim jacket ($125!), and, finally, the leather and the cute wristlet leather phone case I was telling you about yesterday. Have a great weekend (I'll be reading this as I can't put it down! )

There’s one underrated upside to jet lag: waking up before the rest of the world--and getting sh*t done. This morning, it was just me—and my twin sister, who’s even more jet-lagged than I am, having crossed two oceans from Amsterdam to work in Hawaii. At the crack of dawn, we FaceTimed about everything and nothing: our children, the state of our skin (we are both trialing this and this right now), and the random things suddenly feeling essential now that the seasons are truly shifting. While she made me swear not to post her latest discovery until after her photo shoot today (all I’ll say is it’s an iPhone case I’ve never seen before and bought on the spot—so cute, and already sold out in her color--stay tuned though!), we did share notes on a few other things worth jumping out of bed early for, including the Zara charm-laden belt, above (in her cart!), the faux fur Mango scarf, the Cos choker necklace, the fringed Zara sweater (in both of our carts pre-call!), the cute fleece from The Great, hair ties from Target ($6!) and an expensive-looking wallet from Madewell! Yes, sometimes the best ideas—and conversations—happen before sunrise.

$104, river island

Sporty, but sparkly--my kind of combo!

1. River Island striped polo with embellished collar, $104, riverisland.com
2. Auralee Tokyo pants, $675, mytheresa.com
3. Michael Kors coat, $3990, modaoperandi.com
4. ME + EM faux fur bag, $595, meandem.com
5. Donna Karan New York flat, $160, nordstrom.com

Lately I keep finding myself halfway through a day feeling confident in my outfit...until I don't. This happened most recently, while standing in the epically long line at Cédric Grolet in Paris, the louche Parisienne in front of me with her messy bun, perfect suede jacket (above), and espresso nonchalance made me want to book it back to my hotel, re-dress and start all over. This isn’t exactly envy, more like sartorial osmosis—her vibe seeps into my bloodstream, rewrites my mood board, and suddenly my neat outfit feels…wrong. Is this style transference? Or just chronic indecision masquerading as aesthetic sensitivity? Either way, I left the line convinced I didn’t need another pastry—just more spot-on pieces that will always satiate the first time around. Here's what I've rounded up since I've returned: the instantly-sleekifying Reformation blazer, Jessie Loeffler Randall's pink-collared jacket (same thing always happens when I see her!), these outfit-making embellished Tory Burch slingbacks, an Heirlome-like brooch (thank you, Etsy!), Elle Collection's beaded shirt ($94!), H&M's denim skirt ($40!), and a reversible Zara coat.

$198, gap

The Sandy Liang x GAP collab understood the assignment: cute, cool, and nearly gone!

1. Loeffler Randall cardigan, $395, loefflerrandall.com
2. AYR jeans, $245, ayr.com
3. GAP x Sandy Liang faux fur pullover, $198, gap.com
4. Marland Backus charm bracelet, $115, ssense.com
5. Balenciaga pre-loved bag, $945, vestairecollective.com
6. Varley lace-up boot, $498, varley.com