LE CATCH

Today's date--August 1--hit me like a ton of bricks this morning. Summer's whizzing by! I haven't metabolized my warm and sunny buzz yet! Nooooo! But then I thought about the new and fun fall clothes I'll soon be wearing: pretty knits and different dresses that would soften the cold blow a bit, such as the fall-ready Ganni leather dress, above, on sale, no less! These plush, statement knits by Asos and Cinq a Sept are also mood elevators (in fact, I retail therapied both this AM!). Topshop, thank goodness, is also helping to mitigate the summer-to-fall transition with its just-launched pre-fall collection, featuring wear-now-and-later standouts like this leather jumpsuit, these western-style boots, and this lace-trimmed maxi dress.

My identical twin sister and I were born complementary partners: her Barbie to my Ken (and vice versa!), her backhand to my forehand, her math to my English, and, of course, her photography to my writing. So, it was only a matter of (a long!) time before we joined forces to create @ouiwant, our curation of brands we love--shot, styled and steeped in our professionally-honed, distinctly unique, twin-balanced filter on Instagram. For our debut feature, we hand-picked the most fun, printastic @ladoublej pieces and action-packedvthem for the magic of Mallorca. Follow @ouiwant stories to take a look!

I know, I know: fall is far, far away. But still. When an amazing fall find presents itself, I think it's worth at least some consideration. Especially when it's something you can wear it right now! Case in point: next season's must-have belted jacket. I'm contemplating whether I should snap up the do-it-all Stine Goya, above, or simply hit up H&M's low-commitment but highly-versatile version--and while I'm at it, pick up these key wide-leg pants and these faux leather wide-leg trousers to go with. But let's not forget: it's still summer, stylishly captured in these on-point possibilities from Opt (very Zimmermann at un-Zimmerman price!), Amanda Uprichard and Pamela Munson.

$38, topshop

I'm digging the way this dress reads vintage with a whiff of Gucci. And it's $38!

1. Topshop floral dress, $38, topshop.com
2. Sydney Evan 14-karat gold opal and diamond necklace, $1510, netaporter.com
3. Gelareh Mizrahi clutch, $595, barneys.com
4. Villa Rouge sandals, $99, shopbop.com

The Reformation has just prompted me to interrupt my regular summer (dress) programming with a distinctly cool pair of jeans, specifically the dusty-blue Marine style above, the super cute daisy-print white wide-leg (so cute with a white or black tee or blue button-down) below, and the high-waist linen (!) pair, last pic! All so darn good!

And just like that, ballet flats are back--but with some distinctly cool 2019 details. For example, check out these high-cut vamp ballerinas from Mansur Gavriel (see last pic) or Everlane. Another option: add a colorful outfit-punctuating pop via Margaux or Leandra Medine. A woven Loeffler Randall is alluringly different and so is this striking metallic pointy-toe Schutz. I also love a neutral, go-with-everything snake print, like this Sam Edelman. If the budget permits, investing in the classic, forever-chic Chanel (above) is fail-proof. (Then again, leaping into this H&M is a safe $12 bet, too!)

My battle plan for hot and sticky: this easy, breezy romper! Cut with a slightly oversized fit in lightweight cotton, this one-and-done wonder goes from the beach with these sandals by Havianas or Balenciaga to the city in these chic flats by Margaux.

My weekend kicked off with a stylish start at BeautyCounter's lunch, celebrating the launch of Countertime (new cleanly formulated skincare that's gonna help me get better with age!), and dressing up with other beauties. I whipped out a recently-purchased Asos frock, which solicited the kind of gushing compliments that would send me straight back to the source to mine for more. And plenty more there was: I discovered this floral treat, the leopard-print gem and this cute checked maxi!

$55, topshop

I can always use a little pop in my top!

1. Topshop ruched top, $55, topshop.com
2. Justine Clenquet cultured pearl charm earrings, $85, shopbop.com
3. Charlotte Tilbury Love Lip Lacquer in Berry Nude, $25, netaporter.com
4. Street Level rattan bag, $44, nordstrom.com
5. Aquazzura flats, $695, shopbop.com
6. Frame jeans, $245, netaporter.com

Earlier this month in Paris, when Chanel paired haute couture dresses with simple black loafers (see last pic) on the runway, a trend was born. Now Fall's must-have shoe--the loafer--is on the streets, stepping out with everything from jeans and cut-off shorts to miniskirts and feminine dresses. I'm obsessed with Chanel's wear-with-everything, forever-chic offering, but also love these sleek and less expensive options from Steven (similar-looking to Chanel, below), Madewell, Stuart Weitzman, Sam Edelman, and Gucci.