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Years and years ago I'd fly to London just to shop at the High Street stores (i.e., Topshop, Warehouse, etc.), because the offerings were so on the mark (i.e., runway-inspired but affordable) and relatively unidentifiable (i.e., rarely seen in America). But, now, of course, thanks to the internet, I can click and buy from wherever I am. Still, sometimes it helps to see (cheap) things in person before purchasing, particularly home decor, so while I was in London over the weekend, I popped into H&M Home, which has no physical stores in the US. Put simply: I was blown away--it was almost hard to believe at first sight! So much for so little! Even though I can buy the goods online back at home in the States (yay!), I had to buy some (and commit to lugging them back) as they were so amazing. Plus, I feared they'd sell out, which, apparently, is typical since the offerings are so desirable. Here's what I snapped up: these pretty palm-print glasses, these amazing Hermes-spirited plates, this boho-chic tablecloth, this chic marble bowl (perfect for olives or nuts), and these kitschy candlestick holders. Stockpiling at home, to be continued!

New York's hottest day of the year so far had me debuting a denim mini, above. Truth be told, I bought the Topshop skirt because it was on sale for $29(!) and I thought it could stylishly sub in for standard-issue shorts throughout the summer. Along with the skirt, I wore a Reformation white t-shirt (perfectly cut, in my opinion) and Chanel slides to step things up a notch (or seven). Lastly, I applied GOOPGLOW Body Luminizer to my legs and arms for an opulent, radiant, heat-is-my-friend glow. And that may have been the best style hack of all! Have a great weekend!

When my LA friends clean out their closets, they hand off their beloved castoffs to Dana Weinrot, who sells them via Celebrity Owned to people like me! For a while now, I've been asking her to open a phsyical space, where I can peruse the offerings in person. I'm happy to report she has finally conceded, and her office-meets-store is now filled to the brim with the latest and greatest investment bags, some of them new and others gently used, along with choice pieces from Christian Dior to Zara. My first trip netted several standout dresses, including the print Preen, above, and a gorgeous pastel-hued Etro blouse. Enjoy it all here!

P.S. One good shopping tip: I've found that searching by designer turns up more desirable, easy-to-wade-through results.

Right after lunch at Frenchette yesterday, I ran into a hair stylist with whom my sister consistently works. As per usual, I assumed he thought I was Coco, and so, before he could even say hello, I introduced myself. As it turned out, he knew who I was and informed me that my sister was actually shooting across the street. What a crazy coincidence! But, well, then again, not really, as we are always unwittingly showing up at the same places, wearing the same clothes, etc, etc. Such was the case the other day, with both of us breezing around in the same Rebecca Taylor lovelies, above (here, too). P.S. We also recently bought these same pieces, 2500 miles apart, by Khaite sweater (we both snagged on sale in pink!) and H&M.

Denim do

Summer's must-have denim--high-waisted, cropped jeans, miniskirts, and wide-legged whites--can be had for waaaaay less at Shopbop, starting today! Check out this indigo perfection by Lee Vintage (ecru! $68!), Re/Done (easy-going, perfectly-cut ), Frame (the iconic mini), and Goldsign (sleek, dark-rinse ). Plus, there's a ton of on-sale outfit-making stuff to go with, like this, this, this, this, and this.

At the start of every summer between the ages of 8 and 13, my twin sister, best friend and I would hit up the Westhampton Beach marine shop and buy ourselves a new puka bead necklace for the season. I'm now resurrecting this tradition with a more grown-up and elegant version, above, by Jenna Blake--and it seems I'm not the only one bringing back the puka (see trendsetter Leandra Medine, below), who's sporting a fun and colorful Gimaguas. Other super affordable, summer-perfect options include these by Shashi, Dannijo, Argentino Vivo, and Bauble Bar.

While I was stationed seaside in Malibu this past weekend--where the most quintessential "California Girls" congregate and make good on their reputation--I couldn't help scope out other bathing suits.

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Summer officially starts today at 11:54AM EST, and I thought I'd celebrate this annual, highly-anticipated event by offering up some long-summer-day style inspo, starring Copenhagen-based stylist Emili Sindlev. (P.S. She'll be relishing her 9:57PM sunset tonight!) Anchored in prints, eye-popping colors and the combination of the two, Emili's summer dressing approach is fun yet easy to emulate, particularly with Net-A-Porter's 20% off today-only sale. Use the special code here to redeem discount. Get on it with these warm weather gems by Ganni (similar to above), Blouse, Stine Goya, Eve Denim, Self Portrait, Faithfull the Brand (like last pic), and Cami.

Photos: Emili Sindlev