LE CATCH

These pics hot-off-the-Vogue-Espana press are inspiring me to inject a little spring into my winter game. Following the lead of these stylish New Yorkers (all photographed this past week), I'd like to team my cold weather gear with some skin-baring sandals. The combo is unexpected but somehow works! Of course, weather conditions must allow for this footwear choice, but I say, if the temp is close to 50-degrees, I'd go for it with styles like these from Sanayi 313 (above), Manolo Blahnik, Gianvito Rossi, Miu Miu, Gucci, and Asos.

Photos: Vogue Espana

In New York fashion warriors are busting out bold camo prints to battle the cold and punctuate their style statement. Chalk it up to current politics or perhaps a simple retreat to a tried-and-true print; either way camouflage is back, big time. Some excellent ways to join the brigade come from Canada Goose (above), And Other Stories, Free People, Levi's, and Topshop. Forge on!

Photos: Vogue, W Magazine

$380, the outnet

It's all about the tactile, vintage-y feel of this tassel-trimmed knit skirt--so good!

1. J.Crew sweater shell, $59, jcrew.com
2. Karen Walker sunglasses, $250, shopbop.com
3. Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Burnt Red, $28, nordstrom.com
4. Miu Miu appliqued printed leather pouch, $310, netaporter.com
5. Aquazzura raffia sandals, $925, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Derek Lam knit skirt, $380, theoutnet.com

So excited to be included in J.Crew's spring style guide, just out now! Everything about the shoot was fun, from being photographed by my twin sis to test-driving new season styles and coveting--no joke!--pretty much everything on the shoot's clothing racks. My favorite pieces include this embellished cardigan, this cotton voile tunic, this cropped trench, this one-shoulder ruffle dress (in so many cute colors!), these sailor jeans and these fun sparkly sandals. For more BTS details, snaps, and to see how I styled the pretty print skirt, above, in various ways, click here!

Fashion over function is typically the mandate for New York Fashion Week goers. But not this year, as they're opting to weather the cold in more practical style--with help from the humble hoodie. Worn under a more luxurious statement coat, this practical layer lends much-needed warmth, downtown edge--and, ideally, a fun pop of color. I like these hoodies from H&M, Topshop, Volcom, Tibi, Rebecca Minkoff and James Perse.

$298, rebecca minkoff

LA's sunny, spring-like weather has me pining for this floaty, off-the-shoulder dress.

1. Rebecca Minkoff dress, $298, rebeccaminkoff.com
2. Tory Burch sunglasses, $225, shopbop.com
3. Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips in Carina's Love, $34, nordstrom.com
4. Delpozo clutch, $1900, modaoperandi.com
5. Sophia Webster metallic slides, $325, netaporter.com

For those of you who missed out on the Miu Miu lookalikes yesterday, don't despair because now you can get your hands (and feet!) on these pearl-trimmed Chanel-ish slides (the real ones, above, are already sold out.) Happy Friday!

Looking ahead to summer (in spite of the thunder snow and pouring rain!), I'm looking to the currently sun-drenched Australians, who are eschewing the traditional swimsuit cover-up for a knotted old-school t-shirt instead. The look is understated and cool--yet alluring, too. I'm particularly partial to the Billabong long sleeve t-shirt, above, as wearing one might help me better blend in with my surf-loving boys and husband! Other great options include this, or this (in size small!), or this.

Last week I contemplated buying these playfully decadent Miu Miu slides, but then convinced myself to wait and see. Good thing as I discovered another version this morning at a price that permits me to purchase them in pink too!

$150, draper james

This fluttery pink top pretty much sums up the essence of spring!

1. Draper James gingham top, $150, draperjames.com
2. Mango patch army jacket, $119, mango.com
3. Zara bag, $49, zara.com
4. Chloe slides, $575, bergdorfgoodman.com
5. Raey jeans, $145, matchesfashion.com