Deep into shorts season (and the best beach read so far!), yet I'm already tempted to put on a pair of new fall pants. They're more fun looking than ever, most notably because they feature whimsically tricked-out hems, accented with ruffles, slits, rosettes, tassels, cuffs and contrast trims. My favorites are by Gucci, See by Chloe, Cinque a Sept, Cedric Charlier, Fendi, Pixie Market, SJYP, Jour/Ne, The Reformation, H&M, and Zara.

Photo: Collage Vintage

Black pants are always in fashion, but right now they look refreshingly different from seasons past. They're cropped, high-waisted and wide-legged. I've been on the hunt for a new flattering pair, one that I can implement into constant (i.e, use and abuse!) rotation. Today I discovered what might be the most ideal black pants I've come across yet, thanks to a friend who was sporting them. They feature an ankle length hem, amenable to sandals, heels or even boots, and are made from super comfortable tencel fabric. They can be dressed up or down and will work through the colder months. Best of all is their price: $39! (Trust me, they don't look cheap.) You can find them here.

I love Warehouse's take on this season's must-have ruffled cropped pant (the trend all began here)--and its under $100-price tag!

$298, j.crew

Exactly what my summer wardrobe needs: cropped lace pants that go from day to night!

1. Gucci camisole,
2. Gorjana hoops,
3. Giorgio Armani Lip Stain in Attitude,
4. Mango embellished clutch,
5. Christian Louboutin sandals,
6. J.Crew lace pants,

$59,* j.crew

Sweet and girly, this bow-shoulder top is irresistible!

1. J.Crew bow shoulder top,
2. Topshop oversized denim jacket,
3. Anne Sisteron rose gold bracelet,
4. Valentino clutch,
5. Gucci sandals,
6. Fendi trousers,

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$12, h&m

Chanel's 2017 Cruise Collection features an abundance of slide sandals (some with pearls, embellishment and metallics!), proving that this summer shoe has a promising future ahead. So I just picked up this patent leather-like guy, whose price belies its elegance!

1. J.Crew sweater, $
2. Wildfox sunglasses,
3. Rebecca Minkoff ring,
4. Gucci bag,
5. H&M slides,
6. MiH cropped jeans,

$248, intermix

When you mix day-to-night wearability with some glamorous Rosie Assoulin-inspired flair you get this: exactly my kind of top!

1. Francis Poplin ruffle top,
2. Vita Fede metal ball earrings,
3. Khirma watersnake clutch,
4. Paul Andrew wedge sandals,
5. By Malene Birger leather culottes,

$150, matches

This Joseph sweatshirt is an exquisite way to kick up a weekend look.

1. Joseph sweatshirt,
2. Anne Sisteron ear cuff,
3. Trademark suede tote bag,
4. Gianvito Rossi sandals,
5. H&M pants,

My sister recently returned home from a work trip to South Africa and brought back a few gifts for me, including a not so indigenous pair of Topshop track pants. While I was at first flummoxed by this souvenir, I am now grateful as I have been running around in these Topshop-via-Capetown pants non-stop. And as fate would have it, I am not alone. The peeps in Paris are preening around in track pants by Chloe (above, last pic). I could also do daily laps in these pairs by Vetements, Adidas, and Monrow.