This hand-painted monogrammed tote is a style slam dunk.

1. Gucci wool sweater,
2. Current/Elliott camo jacket,
3. Rae Feather varsity basket bag,
4. Van sneakers,
5. M.i.h. Jeans,

This basket bag boasts a vacation vibe but its lined pocket interior yields everyday practicality.

A statement military jacket fit for everyday battle!

While everyone in my neck of the woods is still reeling over last's night dramatic ending at the Oscars, I've moved on to the fantastic and inspiring theater that is Milan Fashion Week. The fluffy feathers at ! The wild florals at ! The bold red boots at ! Off the catwalk, blockbuster outerwear played the starring role, specifally graphic furs, high gloss leathers and fluffy jackets. Here are some of my favorite looks--and ways to pull them off right now from (on sale!), , , , , (on sale!), and .

I wore this spring-y shoulder-baring top other night underneath a chunky faux fur jacket, like this...

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 (above), , , , and . Forge on!

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

Zara nails this spring's must have, the basket bag, with a detachable cross-body leather strap and chain link handle. Love!

Just in: Groundhog Day's Punxsutawney Phil is forecasting a long winter, which warrants serious consideration of 's latest reversible puffer jacket: retro chevron on one side and classic khaki on the other. A most excellent two for one, folks!

A stylish way to slip into the backless loafer trend--very Gucci looking at a very un-Gucci price!