LE CATCH

From the look of things in Paris, it doesn't matter what you're wearing as long as you have a great trench coat topping it! That's according to everyone, it seems from these pics snapped last week. The new requisite layer is typically belted and beige, like this, this, this and this, but there also some good outliers with outfit-making prints, mock croc or fringe.

$29, h&m

Loafers so good (and cheap!), I want them in brown, too!

1. Kule cashmere sweater, $89 kule.com
2. MSGM blazer, $695, matchesfashion.com
3. Clare V snake embossed clutch, $235, nordstrom.com
4. Gucci socks, $100, gucci.com
5. H&M loafers, $29, hm.com
5. SLVLAKE jeans, $310, netaporter.com

$95, nordstrom

I have big plans for this Topshop dress, which include jam-packed work days (with a blazer and heels) and unbridled beach loafing (unbuttoned over a black bikini). Want to join me?

1. Topshop shirt dress, $95, nordstrom.com
2. Theodorra Warre garnet hoop earrings, $228, matchesfashion.com
3. Gucci Beauty in Odalie Red, $42, netaporter.com
4. Loeffler Randall bag, $125, jcrew.com
5. Ulla Johnson boots, $477, shopbop.com

Bright and sunny is in the forecast, according to Paris' haute couture show-goers, whose bags are anything but black. Rather, red, pink and green are current faves, especially in the Chanel variety (some vintage ones can be found here and here). These bold beauties by TL-180 (LOVE!), Clare V, Vasic, Bottega Veneta, and Ganni also deliver high-impact, spring-ready style. Oh, and baubles are bright too, just FYI. Come in hot with these by Roxanne Assouline, Bauble Bar, J.Crew, and Shashi.

$138, j.crew

Relaxed but polished--what more could I ask for?

1. Miu Miu sweater, $840, netaporter.com
2. J.Crew sweater blazer, $138, jcrew.com
3. Reformation jeans, $128, netaporter.com
4. Wicker Wings bucket bag, $176, shopbop.com
5. Ferian Wedgewood signet ring, $769, matchesfashion.com
6. Steve Madden boots, $52, nordstrom.com

My Timeless Pearly letter pendant, above, is one of the best gifts I've ever received--from myself! I love how it pops against both sweaters and bare skin--and it even works as an earring (on a huggie). And it doesn't come off as precious, just pretty. Especially paired with something lacy, like this, this, and this. (My gold chain link necklace is by Jenna Blake.)

While everyone in LA is chattering about Jennifer Aniston getting back together with Brad Pitt (and that pic at the SAG Awards!), I want to talk about her sexy white slip dress that, in my opinion, could seal any deal! I mean... gooooorgeous! It's a dress that will launch a thousand slips. Like, on all of us: We can work our own real-world red carpets in similar head-turners, with help from a swingy coat or menswear-inspired blazers, such as these by Joseph, The Reformation, JW Anderson, Veronica Beard, Madewell, and Alix (similar to below).

This is the time of year, deep into winter, when my washing machine and dryer conspire to steal my socks. One by one they mysteriously disappear to I have absolutely no idea where. And I'm left with an anemic batch of singletons in my drawer. But, don't you worry, I will overcome this crisis--and re-stock with extra stylish, wardrobe-enhancing socks that will be too distinct and cool to get lost in the shuffle. These options by Triple 9 (above), Madewell, Happy Socks, and Gucci (definitely not losing these!) will be too big to hide!

Considering how much I wear jeans, I suspect spring's must-have denim dress will soon be a huge player in my weekly rotation. In fact, I might even want to start subbing one in now.

My son's club volleyball tournaments are really starting to take a bite out of my weekends (you can find me in Anaheim this Saturday).