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I am intrigued by the loose-fitting leather sweatpants that seem to be proliferating in a defiant response to last-season's skin-tight leather leggings. The thing is though, I don't know if I could pull them off. They certainly are de riguer given that French Vogue editor Emmanuelle Alt (second picture below) has been sporting them, and designers like Rachel Zoe and Reem Acra are on board for Fall 2013. If you are more adventurous than I (or taller and skinnier), you might consider these options from Vince, J Brand, Asos (on sale!), and Helmut Lang (also on sale!). Or you might just go for these coated chinos from 7 For All Mankind instead, which is what I did. These comfy pants manage to be slightly slouchy without adding five pounds to your frame (i.e., they're flattering!). I also think they have a much longer shelf life.

Photos: Camille Over the Rainbow, Style

$59, mango

I got one thing on my mind: vacation. All I want to do is find a chaise lounge and read US (I can see my husband rolling his eyes now!) magazine. Please come find me languishing in this cute dress and bring me a mojito while you're at it...

1. Mango embroidered dress, $59, mango.com
2. Asos sunglasses, $19, asos.com
3. J.Crew bikini top, $52, jcrew.com, J.Crew bottom, $48, jcrew.com
4. Mar y Sol raffia tote bag, $110, shopbop.com
5. Rebecca Minkoff metallic sandals, $165, shopbop.com

Leave it to Celine to re-imagine the old slip-on Vans-style sneaker and make it a (highly coveted) thing. New York-based uber makeup artist Gucci Westman sported Celine's snake print sneaks pretty much everyday during New York Fashion Week. Zara, of course, has already come out with its iteration (a black pony hair riff on Celine's blue pony-hair original, pictured below), but, it's not yet available online. My sister, however, managed to snap up a pair this week in LA. (In Europe I've heard it's long been sold out.) Have no fear, because there are other compelling options to be had from Vince, Chausseure Lapin, and Vans.

Photos: Little Aesthete, Camille Over the Rainbow

$298, madewell

Though I conduct much of my business out of my own home office, I still like to get dressed for work every morning. It makes me feel more professional--plus, there are too many clothes in my closet that need to be worn! Enter this graphic striped skirt, which though I picture it primarily with my off-duty activities in mind, would double nicely as an I-am-at-work-take-me-seriously ensemble anchor...

1. Topshop t-shirt, $24, topshop.com
2. Lauren Wolf pyrite earrings, $88, shopbop.com
3. Theory blazer, $385, netaporter.com
4. Henri Bendel stack ring, $98, henribendel.com
5. Asos bag, $53, asos.com
6. Jeffrey Campbell cap-toe booties, $160, shopbop.com
7. Whit asymmetrical skirt, $298, madewell.com

This picture of talented stylist and friend (and my former intern!) Samantha Traina inspires me to sub in an unexpected pair of loose-fitting white pants for my perennially-stylish crisp white jeans. Sam thoughtfully counterbalances these slouchy trousers with sexy lace-up sandals and a tailored blazer for a completey polished but still relaxed look. Here are a few white pants to try from Phillip Lim, A.L.C., and Vince.

Photo: Jak & Jil

$101, asos

These peep-toe booties are the summer version of your trust-worthy, fail-safe, go-with-everything, wear-everywhere winter boots. Wear them with..

1. Issa floral print dress, $526, matchesfashion.com
2. Super Sunglasses, $249, shopbop.com
3. A.L.C. spiked hoops, $75, shopbop.com
4. Jerome Dreyfuss snake effect mini shoulder bag, $675, netaporter.com
5. Dune booties, $101, asos.com

Not too little, not too much: this, to me, exemplifies perfect wrist stacking. This look is something you can pull off day in and day out. It's subtle, uncontrived yet statement-y. But it all hinges on that beautifully retro, elegant round face watch, which is by Daniel Wellington. It looks way more expensive than its $229 price tag. And I love that it's as interchangeable as any other outfit-finishing bracelet. For less expensive options, check out these from Kate Spade, Asos, and Kenneth Cole. The bracelets you can find here, here and here.

Photo source: Pinterest

All of a sudden spring is in the LA air. Maybe it has something to do with the time change, or the perpetual sunny skies, or the continuous string of 70-degree-weather days. Whatever the reason, it is here. And it's coaxing all my warm-weather clothes out of winter hibernation--and making me think about what I really Among the

$84, monsoon

Hanging out with dozens of effortlessly chic French women is how I spent the better part of Sunday. I took my kids to an Easter party-fundraiser hosted by a few friends for a local French elementary school. The poolside setting had all the trappings of a South-of-France rendezvous, complete with kir royales, straw fedoras, strappy sandals, Birkin bags and a scorching hot sun. After I devoured the poached salmon and asparagus lunch and fed my kids handfuls of chocolate, I endeavored to crack the secret of French summer style--and I can tell you this: it starts with something classic, fuss-free, and bare-leg-friendly. Something like this louche print tunic, along with...

1. Monsoon wooblock print smock top, $84, monsoon.co.uk
2. Topshop straw fedora, $45, topshop.com
3. Alexander McQueen round sunglasses, $365, shopbop.com
4. Foley + Corinna canvas and leather tote, $295, revolveclothing.com
5. Ishvara lace-up sandals, $250, shopbop.com
6. Current/Elliot cut-off shorts, $178, netaporter.com

Last night I had the pleasure of attending the grown-up (and girls-only) version of a pizza party. My friend's wood-burning outdoor pizza oven (manned by an expert pizza chef) turned out one insanely delicious piping-hot pizza after the other, all of them tastier than the next: artichoke and pesto, margherita, black truffle and asparagus (my fave!), proscuitto and arugula, spicy meat, etc. I seriously must have eaten ten slices! It was fantastic! Until, of course, I awoke this morning and remembered....I had eaten ten slices. (Not to mention the yummy heap of arugula and parmegiano salad, strawberries and cream for dessert, and, oh, two magnums of pinot noir.) Needless to say, my thoughts soon turned to whether I would ever be able to wear any of my clothes ever again. Fortunately, as it happens, for Fall 2013 Celine (above), Givenchy and Lanvin showed below-the-knee skirts, all with a subtle flare or ruffle peeking out at the bottom. This means, naturally, that the flared skirt is the shape of things to come. But more importantly, this new silhouette is flattering, even for those who dare (accidentally?) to eat more than the daily recommended allowance of pizza. If you're interested in getting a jump start on this new trend, check out these feminine options from Peter Pilotto and The Outnet.

Photo: Style.com