It pays to have friends in high (fashion) places--and to be the lucky beneficiary (me!) of their positions! Let's start with my bag designer friend , who turned me on to the (above) CUTEST trench coat in history! It's by , and it's really all I need to look chic right this minute, even with just a pair of jeans and a tee (see my page for proof!). Then there are my beloveds at in Beverly Hills, who curate go-to brands like , for example, and inspire me with these super fancy-looking , and matching (so, so good!); along with (this adorable --see me in it !) and Brazilian label (this ). Additional brands they've turned me onto recently: with its yummy and super affordable sweaters (!); , with its seriously flattering $54 (size up!) and most luxurious-feeling, body-boosting . That's what friends are for, right?!