These sophisticated Mary Janes are quintessentially Gallic-chic and next season spot on.

1. Carven dress,
2. Sarah Chloe ring set,
3. Dior Addict Fluid Stick in Wonderland,
4. Maison Martin Margiela shoulder bag,
5. Joie ankle-strap flats,

This striking tweed (on sale!) dress with an alluring cut-out back is one way to banish those inevitable back-to-reality blues.

My aunt used to drive an antique convertible grey Mercedes, which she called the Grey Lady. We used to take it out for leisurely drives along the coast or to dinner at The Ivy. This is my version of the Grey Lady, a classic beauty that offers a smooth, long ride.

I'll refuse to take off these sexy ankle booties come fall.

This floral print leather dress expertly balances tough and sweet. So good!

The jumble of crystals, chains, pearls, and a cute little charm is just right here.

This Thakoon Addition's sexy cut-out black dress would be a legitimate reason to throw a fun party ASAP.

A doppelganger, this lavishly embroidered frock is summer soiree-perfect.

For weeks I've been coveting this quintessential summer dress. Lucky stars, it's now 40% off!

In walked my friend to pick me up for dinner at Scopa in Venice the other night, wearing a creamy white organza shift dress by . Her tanned limbs practically glowed, and with her hair up in a loose ponytail, she personified summer's lustrous ease. Of course, short little dresses go hand in hand with summer like long beach days and rose wine. I am enamored with them as they easily go from day to night, stand up to the grimiest heat waves and, with either flats or heels, look impeccably chic. Other small, summery miracles include this fringed (pictured below, also available ), this , this (similar to above), this , this , this , and this .