LE CATCH

Last I checked, Christmas comes after Thanksgiving, but already I'm seeing evergreen and elves everywhere, plus turkey, tinsel and trimmings. In the spirit of getting ahead of the game, I bring pre-Black Friday sales tidings to you and your kin! Specifically, Shopbop's half-off sale, where I snapped up the greatest warm-weather pieces for future (as of yet unplanned) tropical trips, including the ethereal Zimmermann, above. There's also epic Ulla Johnson up for grabs, both wintry (this, this and this) and spring-y (this and this). Also pounce-worthy/gift-able: these $70 leopard-print Sam Edelman loafers, this Isabel Marant Etoile pullover (I also want these sneakers badly!), this Ganni statement sweater, and this Brinker & Eliza spot-on gold link coin necklace. Ready, set, start your holiday shopping here!

While my twin sister and I have fought over lots of things throughout our lives--like who got more bacon at breakfast to first dibs on our first crush, who, BTW, didn't want to date either of us!--it now takes something pretty major for us to go head to head. The other day, that something major was a pretty Lela Rose dress. It was major in its flattering fit and show-stopping splendor. Seriously, phenomenal! Because we were in front of other people, we bickered about it politely at first, both of us (really, really) wanting it. We did agree it made sense to each choose a different Lela Rose dress and share--two for one, if you will--but... no. Finally, I stooped to pointing out that I saw it first on the rack and, so, fair and square, it should be mine. Thankfully, she conceded. (It seems those six minutes of seniority are still serving me well!) Following in Coco's good-will footsteps, I am now going to share this dress and other Lela Rose favorites, with you too, specifically her new Spring 2020 collection, replete with major prettiness, enough to go all around, in fact. They're more than perfect for parties, but to gloat maybe just a little, I'll be wearing mine simply to hang out with my sis, too.

For me, the daily recurring question is: jeans or a dress? Lately, though, I've been adding another option to the query: Leather pants. Popular with my peeps, leather pants (faux, vegan, you name it!) effect luxe but laid back. They're cut more like trousers or even jeans--but definitely not tight leggings. If you're interested, Net-A-Porter has a slew of them on sale today, including the vegan leather belted Nanushka pair, above! Plus: tons of stunners to go with including this Acne Studios whip-stitched turtleneck (which you'll be seeing me in from now on!), these everyday-cool Isabel Marant black ankle boots, and this Ulla Johnson ruffle-trimmed blouse. Shop the just-launched, generously-stocked sale (at up to 50% off!) here.

$250, nordstrom

I'm taking this feather-trimmed statement jacket directly to Party City!

1. Chufy blouse, $470, netaporter.com
2. Blair Edie x Halogen feather-trimmed jacket, $250, nordstrom.com
3. Tom Ford Beauty Liquid Lacquer in Stolen Cherry, $54, netaporter.com
4. Cult Gaia tortoise bag, $152, shopbop.com
5. Saint Laurent open-toe sandals, $995, matchesfashion.com
6. Frame straight-leg jeans, $210, netaporter.com

When the Getty Fire forced us to evacuate our home a few weeks ago, my husband packed up the car with, of course, important papers and photos, but also, wait for it... his ski boots! That's how meaningful skiing is to my family! My sons are equally dedicated, and with a ski trip on the books, I've rounded up the best of this season's slope style and thought I'd share. One thing I should point out: this year's assortment stands out from the past with non-ski (read: unexpected) brands offering pieces that swish equally well on and off the blue runs, such as Free People, above, and Madewell, below. Yes, they may be less technical, but they peak, style-wise. A few of my favorites include these super-flattering Perfect Moment flare pants, this Holden bib, these statement We Norwegians wool leggings, this J.Crew fleece bomber jacket, this I Love Mr. Mittens turtleneck (40% off!), and this H&M zip-up pullover ($34!--this chunkier one also amazing).

$34, h&m

I love this turtleneck's tiny pearls and big-time style.

Winter essentials--hats, gloves, scarves, and whatnot--are just that. Essential. But, for me, they are more than that: they are salt to a wound. Yes, it's cold outside but it's so cold I have to insulate every inch of my body. All of which is to say these are not things I generally get excited about buying--unless they go the extra freezing mile and look super cute. Like, say, the fringed Mango shawl, above, at home over a sweater or out in the elements atop a wool coat. Or the colorful Acne Studios poncho/jacket, below, that will perk up any drab winter outfit (this Rachel Comey is similar). These accessories actually make me excited about the cold. Now I'm like, bring it on! Other stylish (read: atypical) frost fighters: this faux fur leopard print Apparis scarf, this Eugenia Kim faux fur snood, this Joseph draped turtleneck wrap, these H&M smartphone gloves, this plush Jocelyn bandana, and these Ganni extra-long striped gloves.

$280, topshop

Slip on, have fun, repeat! Happy Weekend!

1. Topshop embellished slip dress, $280, topshop.com
2. Tibi blazer, $895, matchesfashion.com
3. Mae Cassidy pearl embellished clutch, $345, netaporter.com
4. Chanel lip and cheek palette, $60, nordstrom.com
5. Aquazurra lace-up sandals, $725, shopbop.com

A friend of mine is heading to Copenhagen this afternoon for four days, prepped with a long list of Danish design to-do's, prayers to get into Noma, and a carry-on. Her packing mandate: no bulk! To keep the cold at bay, she packed layer-friendly, lighter-weight knits, knowing that all she has to do to look stylish throughout is...tuck in her sweater! These pics prove how this styling trick actually does a lot to effect a more polished, figure-flattering look. Sweaters I suggested she take (and also wear back at home) include this And Other Stories outfit-maker (or this one), this COS zip-up jumper, this Jonathan Simkhai braided cotton turtleneck, this scalloped-striped Madewell (on sale*!), and this C/Meo Collective ball-knit sweater. P.S. Tons of cold-weather cuties just hit the sale racks (through 11/17!) over at Nordstrom (like this, this and this). Take a look here.

I like the all the pearls popping up on this winter's knits. In fact, I have my eye on more than one version--no surprise there, right?! Take a look at these by And Other Stories, H&M, Co (re-sale!), Chanel (re-sale!), Alexander Wang and 3.1 Phillip Lim and tell me which one you love best!