LE CATCH

If my kids had their way, there would be at least a dozen new sneakers under the Christmas tree. If I had my way, I'd run around shopping for them in these newly trendy kicks by New Balance. Evidently, all the cool London girls are wearing them (pictured!). See other colors here.

Somehow holiday shopping for my nearest and dearest inevitably results in shopping for yours truly, and, truth be told, I am not mad about it. While I was snapping up a few things for my niece at Anthropologie, I came across the above Paco Rabanne-inspired skirt, the pearl-embellished button-down, below, and the sequin jumpsuit. Yes, I'll take them all, thank you!

$250, the outnet

The most stylish (faux fur) defense against bitter cold I've seen yet this season.

1. Cordova sweater, $390, netaporter.com

2. Citizens of Humanity jeans, $255, mytheresa.com

3. Each x Other faux fur coat, $252, theoutnet.com

4. Jimmy Choo boots, $777, modaoperandi.com

When a friend of mine sold her company for a kajillion dollars a few months ago, I told her to buy this pretty yet pricey Carolina Herrera dress to celebrate in--and so I could borrow it, too! A few days ago, she repaid me the favor by alerting me to the fact that it's now on sale at 40% off--along with tons of Johanna Ortiz (above), and this NYE-perfect Brandon Maxwell, this Zimmermann staple, and this statement Paco Rabanne.

A new year calls for a new top. One that is strapless, equal parts edgy and elegant and day-to-night wearable. Designers from River Island to Isabel Marant are serving up alluring options, all of them wearable now (underneath an oversized blazer or cardigan) and later. The one pictured above is by Nanushka, but I also love these by Toteme, Pixie Market (below), Tibi and Veronica Beard.

Even though I will always identify as a New Yorker, I role play as an Angelino once the temperature dips below 60 degrees, dressed in an excessively warm winter jacket. Such was the case the other "chilly " night in Beverly Hills, when I busted out the above Sacai. Though it might have been a bit overkill, it did overachieve in a cool and stylish way, perfectly pulling together my dress-and-knee high boots outfit. Some other new LA-winter wardrobe staples I have in current rotation: the most sumptuous Doen cardigan, below, this cut-out Ninety Percent dress, this faux leather white button-down by Mother Denim (the chicest!) and the Blank NYC under-$200 fleece jacket, last pic!

Even though I'm about to celebrate my umpteenth Christmas in Los Angeles, I still find it challenging to get into the holiday spirit when it's 70-degrees and sunny outside. My consolation prize, however, is that I can wear summer-y open-toe sandals year-round--and, yes, even to holiday parties! I recently bought these chic pearl-studded Toteme sandals that are perfect for merrymaking and more.

I woke up to a text this morning from a friend, airing her grievances about a sweater featured on Le Catch that had sold out. After assuring her I'd share with her the one I purchased, I recommended she pounce faster next time! Plus, I promised I'd serve up some more pieces to pounce on today. So, herewith, the must-have cashmere balaclava from J.Crew, above, the fringed Ralph Lauren-spirited shirt jacket, below, by H&M, along with some bell-sleeved stripes, the puff-sleeve Khaite-like blouse, and the sequin wrap dress. I also just splurged on this on-sale Valentino shirt! As always, more to come...

Leave it to Zara to whip up a ski collection that can stylishly swish off the slopes. Let's start with the cute hooded knit, above, and the waterproof down puffer, below, that's equipped with technology to assist rescue professionals locate you in case of an accident, avalanche, or loss in a remote area. Genius, no? Other cold-weather experts: the asymmetric-button sweater, below, and this Prada-inspired bomber jacket! P.S. Khaite just launched a compelling apres-ski range, steeped in cozy cashmere. Check it out here!