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At Nobu in Malibu the other night with several girl friends, the table discussion ranged from the crisis in Greece to the presidential primary races. Eventually though things got serious when the conversation moved on to earrings, specifically, our most favorite go-to's. I'm talking about the ones you never need/don't want to take off, because they go with just about everything in your closet. They're perfectly subtle but not in the least bit boring. The other night I happened to be wearing my new favorite pair by Adina Reyter, which garnered table-wide approval. A friend sitting next to me, who has multiple ear piercings, swore by Lena Wald's micro diamonds. Other honorable mentions: these by Ileana Makri, Rue Gembon, Vita Fede, Dana Rebecca, Wendy Nichol, Jacquie Aiche, Sydney Evan and Irene Neuwirth.

$58, asos

So much cooler than your average denim skirt, thanks to the buckle detailing and wrap silhouette!

1. Co ruched blouse, $595, netaporter.com
2. RMS Beauty Lip2cheek in Diabolique, $36, netaporter.com
3. Venessa Arizaga bracelet, $55, shopbop.com
4. Edie Parker trunk bag, $1695, bergdorfgoodman.com
5. Asos block heels, $45, asos.com
6. Asos denim skirt, $58, asos.com

While the couture catwalks are currently the draw in Paris, the city's sidewalks are also putting on a pretty compelling show, replete with prints, prints and more prints. Runway watchers are taking to the streets in bold, bright patterns--polka dots, stripes, animal, florals!--sometimes all mixed together, and the overall effect is tres chic! Pulling off this look here can be made easy with these fantastic printed pieces by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Diane Von Furstenberg (40% off), Rebecca Minkoff, Thakoon Addition, Veronica Beard (which I have and love, and it's now 60% off!), See by Chloe, Joe Fresh, House of Holland, Topshop, Draper James, and Asos.

Photos: W Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Style, Vogue

$348, rebecca minkoff

Here's my kind of summer uniform, ready for sorties into the concrete jungle.

1. Rebecca Minkoff military-inspired dress, $348, rebeccaminkoff.com
2. Adina Reytner pave lightening bolt earrings, $528, shopbop.com
3. Charlotte Olympia clutch, $1595, nordstrom.com
4. Madewell sandals, $149, madewell.com

Take one, or better yet, several looks at stylist Natasha Goldenberg's instagram account (@ngoldenberg) and you too will become convinced that she's got summer style nailed. Her effortlessly chic, everyday-ready and motherhood-friendly look is nailed in a mix of breezy, calf-length dresses, like this Madewell, this Line & Dot, this Alice & Olivia and this Sportmax (as well as this Proenza Schouler, below, and this Valentino, featured in the second snap down) along with standout flat sandals such as these, these and these (similar to the pic below, or in metallic gold here). She finishes things off with accessories that are unrepentantly bold and edgy: her signature sunglasses are round, oversized and retro-spirited like these, while her bag is statement-y yet big and practical enough to tote a package of hand wipes or two. I'll take it all, please!

Photos: Natasha Goldenberg

My long whirlwind weekend served up the requisite fireworks, a last-minute trip to wake surf at an inland LA lake (yes, those exist!)--along with an introduction to a rather perfect pair of white jeans. I met them by way of a good friend, who sauntered into my house for a barbecue wearing them, their high-waisted, wide-legged silhouette so spot on right now and flattering. They're by Ulla Johnson and only available here. Since wide-leg white jeans are the ones to have this summer, I sought out some more excellent options. My top picks include these by Seven For All Mankind (similar to above, 30% off!), MiH, J Brand, Michael Kors (75% off!) and Topshop.

Happy 4th to you all! In between all the beaching, swimming, barbecuing, and Fourth of July parading this long weekend, I'll be cracking open this raved-about novel, sampling recipes from my new favorite cookbook, and lounging around in this newly purchased bikini top. I'd also like to while away the holiday with these stylish 80-degree staples: a pair of Le Specs mirrored sunnies, an off-the-shoulder Mango dress (similar to above), glimmery-glam K.Jacques sandals, a Janessa Leone straw hat, and a chic skin-baring beach-to-BBQ Zara top.

LA's current heat and humidity isn't getting in the way of my buying this Harvey Faircloth faux fur trimmed army jacket. Put simply: it's awesome! A perfect blend of laid-back and luxe. A genius layering piece. An everyday staple and night-worthy, too. And come fall, I'll be wearing it day in and day out! You can also find it here.

$118, trademark

A simple, little (gorgeous) piece that will keep giving and giving. . .

1. The Row blouse, $790, netaporter.com
2. Trademark choker, $118, trade-mark.com
3. Natasha Couture clutch, $78, nordstrom.com
4. Nicholas Kirkwood pointy toe flats, $395, bergdorfgoodman.com
5. A.L.C. scalloped shorts, $265, matchesfashion.com

I've long been lusting for Vika Gazinskaya's cropped top, beloved by fashionistas far and wide, including Leandra Medine and Lauren Santo Domingo, below. But the steep price tag? Not so much! So, I was quite delighted to come across this piece by Nicholas, which has the same asymmetrical detailing, breezy volume and outfit-making punch!