LE CATCH

$24, h&m

I'm totally into this sweater's Gucci-esque, '70s-spirited vibe--and its price cannot be beat!

1. H&M glittery sweater, $24, hm.com
2. Melinda Maria serpent pave ring set, $85, nordstrom.com
3. Clare V. patchwork clutch, $245, shopbop.com
4. Jimmy Choo slingback pumps, $795, netaporter.com
5. J.Crew metallic pleated skirt, $128, jcrew.com

'Tis the season to bring on the bling, and I'd like to shine in this opulent-looking but reasonably priced ear cuff! I love how it outlines the curve if your lobe, plus it comes with a dainty and more discreet mismatched stud.

$144, the outnet

This cape-like bell-sleeved blouse is all the holiday drama I need!

1. Maje cape blouse, $144, theoutnet.com
2. Vince fur vest,$995, shopbazaar.com
3. Rebecca Minkoff ring, $68, shopbop.com
4. The Row suede clutch, $1450, neimanmarcus.com
5. Manolo Blahnik ankle tie pump, $745, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Topshop leather trousers, $320, topshop.com

Lustrous, glamorous and highly coveted, Gucci's pleated metallic skirt is perfect holiday party material and beyond. I am obsessed--and also titillated to discover it has less expensive yet equally dramatic doppelgangers, which you can snap up here and here!

I love the unexpectedness of wearing a bohemian basket bag with a fall-ready, city-proof outfit. The combination yields a right-this-minute magpie coolness. Check out these year round-worthy versions by Muzungu Sisters (above), Sensi Studio, Figue, and Vix.

Photos: Manrepeller, Vogue

$298, french connection

I'd like to fend off Mr. Frost in this faux fur-trimmed motorcycle jacket.

1. Gucci bloom print jersey sweater, $1200, gucci.com
2. French Connection faux fur-trimmed faux leather jacket, $298, frenchconnection.com
3. Ginette_NY sequin ring, $690, shopbop.com
4. Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss in Hollywood Red, $26, nordstrom.com
5. Rag & Bone leather brogue sneakers, $395, shopbop.com
6. Acne Studios jeans, $290, netaporter.com

As promised, I scoured Nordstrom's epic sale and whittled down my picks. Herewith a meticulously chosen edit that covers day to night, forever-good (example, above, from Marc by Marc Jacobs at 40% off!) to right this minute! Ring me up, please, on this holiday party-perfect Burberry frock, these ankle-strap Jimmy Choo sandals to go with, these cropped leather Rag & Bone pants, this Tibi shearling lined coat, these frayed hem Mother jeans, this wispy, resort-ready A.L.C. dress, these ultra-sleek Derek Lam sneakers, this work-bound Theory shirtdress, these Tory Burch peep-toe booties, and this elegant draped Vince jacket.

Continuing on the subject of cool-weather style, model Karlie Kloss clearly has this kind of (everyday) dressing down cold, as demonstrated yesterday on the autumn-brisk streets of New York City. I especially love her striped jacket--it's like a cape, poncho and blanket coat all in one. Unfortunately, it's nowhere to be found! I've been trying to track down its provenance all morning, but no luck (help, anyone?). So, I resorted to finding equally amazing alternatives, including these by Free People (40% off!*), Alice + Olivia, Theory (it's reversible!), Rag & Bone, The Kooples, Madewell, and Burberry. *P.S. Nordstrom just kicked off its fall clearance sale, offering 40% off current cold-friendly pieces. Check it out here. I will post my sale favorites tomorrow morning!

Photo: Splashes

Perhaps the only downside to this year's never-ending LA summer has been the total lack of opportunities to bust out one's new cooler weather gear. This week the weather finally broke, and a festive lunch with friends yesterday thus offered us the moment we had all been waiting for. Out came the woolens and the knits, the boots and the (faux) fur! The highlights included statement sweaters like this Elizabeth and James, this Figue (on sale!), this Pixie Market and this Isabel Marant (the sweater, above, is by Celine); dramatic midi skirts, like this 3.1 Phillip Lim, this Reformation, and this Tibi; along with sleek, chill-proof cover-ups, including this coat-like cardigan by Theory (styled over the shoulders!), this frayed boucle Topshop jacket and this sleeveless Rag & Bone duster. In spite of being out practice, it looks like we Angelenos are going to have this brisk weather thing down cold!

Photo: French Vogue

$199, the outnet

I recently indulged in a midweek two-day getaway with a friend, who brought only one but great jacket, which saw her through every lunch, dinner, and more. I'm thinking this statement jacket by Maje could do the same thing for me next time!

1. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania blouse, $353, matchesfashion.com
2. Maje embellished cardigan, $199, theoutnet.com
3. Lancome L'Absolu Rouge in Berry Noir, $33, nordstrom.com
4. Clare V. quilted clutch, $230, shopbop.com
5. Valentina Carrano ankle strap flats, $495, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Madewell jeans, $130, netaporter.com