LE CATCH

I tend to wear jewelry that does not need to be taken off every day or even every year. My favorite go-to designer Adina Reyter makes the rare, beach-to-black-tie pieces that I live in and leave on! I just added a new spring statement to my steadfast line-up: the colorful enamel beaded choker, above, that also boasts unexpected glints of diamonds. I love how it sparkles with the other myriad beads around my neck--and fetches lots of compliments. Should you too want in on this bling ring, you can custom design your own necklace (or bracelet or a preset version) with colorful enamel, solid gold, pave diamond beads and charms and save 20% on any purchase through April 17 with the code LeCatch20. They're so much fun to create, and the options are endless and endlessly wearable!

Photos: Coliena Rentmeester

Some people believe that hemlines rise and fall with stock prices. The theory is called the hemline index, and that skirts get shorter in good economic times. Well, I hope summer's mini dress trend portends a future bullish market! My strategy is to invest now and add a few high-yield options to my portfolio, starting with the Valentino on crazy sale, below, this Zara (similar to dress, above), Jonathan Simkhai, Arianne Elmy, Saint Laurent and Goldsign.

Cos's signature sleek and minimal (and under $250!) silhouettes are singing my name this spring, particularly the Celine-like sandals, above. Plus: the ruffled maxi, the asymmetrical sheath, the pleated midi skirt, and the eyelet tank dress. Check out the latest line-up here.

$99, mango

Johanna Ortiz vibes for under $100! Yesssss!

1. Mango dress, $99, mango.com

2. Delmarson heart cuff earrings, $195, shopbop.com

3. Habanera x AROSSGIRL bag, $350, arossgirl.com

4. Toteme sandals, $450, netaporter.com

Not at all pajama pants are created equal. Translation: some should never leave the bedroom! However, there are a few (key word!) that are acceptable for wearing out of the house. Case in point: the pair above by Madrid-based Nutka Studios and below by Kivari the Label. I also love these by Desmond and Dempsey (size up for a loose fit), Maison Essentiale, La Double J, and Sleeper. All weekend-ready!

While my closet is far from organized, I do keep my jeans in meticulous order. They are categorized according to fit: high-waist, cropped, straight-leg, etc. But then there is a pair that is in a class all on its own, classified as my denim pants, because they look more like polished trousers than jeans and they deadlock with my tailored blazers (check out the pristine example by Khaite, above, and also here). Yes, they are a special breed and they need to spawn some more options for me pronto. I'm looking into these by Frame, Anine Bing, Zara, and AGOLDE.

When I received the invitation to join Left On Friday, the increasingly popular swimwear brand, at Nobu Los Cabos in Mexico for a weekend of sun, surf, and (endless!) sushi, I felt like the lucky caller on a radio show, winning an unbelievably awesome prize! Of course, I replied yes and even did a little victory dance when my plane touched down on the tarmac. I went on to say yes to lots more: heaps of guacamole, morning beach runs, day to night pool lounging, water workouts, a surf session at Cerritos, plus more spicy tuna rolls than I care to count. I also indulged in multiple outfit changes each day, thanks to the surplus of swimsuit and activewear options, all provided, of course, by Left On Friday. In case you didn't already know, the five-year-old Canadian-born brand has nailed the multi-functional, stay-put swimsuit--rendered in a zillion mix and match colors, butter-soft, compressive fabrics, and flattering fits--that has pretty much everyone I know obsessed. Launched by former Lululemon design and marketing execs, the line has recently expanded into linen button-downs, exercise tights (that I now swear by and you can see why below in the pics!), and cover-ups, all masterfully designed with comfort and versatility in mind. My favorites are the bikini tops, which can double as sports bras (my sis ran in the one-shoulder version one morning!), one-pieces, and matching linen shirts and shorts that can be worn together or separately. Herewith the highlights!

Obsessed with this line

Don't ask me but somehow my researching a summer trip to Portugal ended up with me sight-seeing Lisbon-based Rita Montezuma's Instagram feed and coveting her colorful shoe collection. Although I didn't make much headway with my travel plans, I did manage to source some of Rita's summer-perfect shoes, including her red Margaux ballet flats, white fisherman sandals, green Havianas flip flops and gold metallic loafers. If I were her, I'd add these outfit-finishing sandals by The Row and Gucci to the mix!

Photos: Rita Montezuma

When my friend Sarah Clary, a super successful NYC-based stylist, busted out a made-for-the-runway bustle skirt for a beachside dinner in Cabo San Lucas this past weekend, I was not at all surprised. She can make anything, even the most avant garde and unexpected garment, look not just spot-on appropriate but also inimitably cool. Inspired by her statement-making style, I've started looking into some edgy-leaning skirts for summer that also check the anywhere-wearable box, and already found one that makes the cut and then some: the Solid and Striped eyelet midi skirt, below. It boasts an elastic waist, which means I can also pull it up over my chest and wear it as a strapless dress. Of course, it works sheer, over a swimsuit or boy-cut panties (for the brave!), but I can also layer it on top of a slip or this Zara slip dress for a complete outfit. I wouldn't mind swirling around all summer in these by Ganni, Erdem, Mother Of Pearl, The Great, and Anthropologie. The animal print skirt, above, can be found for $20 here and here.