LE CATCH

$262, matches

A cropped length and braided pockets make these everyday jeans a little less everyday-looking.

1. Sea cut-out top, $335, netaporter.com
2. Le Specs sunglasses, $79, shopbop.com
3. Miansai screw cuff, $200, shopbop.com
4. Zara bag, $39, zara.com
5. Christian Louboutin ballet slippers, $625, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. See by Chloe jeans, $262, matchesfashion.com

Relaxed jeans, sun-kissed skin and a pair of espadrilles might just be summer at its best. This season, I'm liking the lace-up kind as it looks fresh and different, plus it's a chic alternative to the ubiquitous gladiator. Compelling possibilities include these striped Soludos, above, (but I also like the solid version), along with these by Valentino, Rebecca Minkoff, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Dune, Raye, and OAS.

$149, pixie market

An old but easy-to-throw-on Lanvin blouse gave me the motivation I needed to go to a Monday night dinner party. (You can check out pics from the party here.) This bell sleeved blouse would provide similar incentive--and then some!

1. Pixie Market bell-sleeve blouse, $149, pixiemarket.com
2. Tom Ford Lip Color Sheer in Sweet Spot, $50, bergdorfgoodman.com
3. M2Malletier python bag, $2795, bergdorfgoodman.com
4. Sam Edelman beaded sandals, $180, shopbop.com
5. Theory stretch skinny pants, $265, netaporter.com

Stella McCartney's Resort 2016 collection, presented yesterday in New York, amounts to a strong (and persuasive!) indicator that hemlines are trending longer. Not only were the models, above, showcasing striking floor-grazing statements, but so were (prescient) street style stars, like Miroslava Duma, below, in a current season Stella (on sale here). Designers including Proenza Schouler, The Row and Victoria Bekham also concentrated on below-the-knee hemlines in their resort collections. With all signs pointing to the long dress, I rounded up my favorite currents. They include this Chloe (30% off), this Stella McCartney (40% off), this Tibi (40% off), this Thakoon Addition, this Asos and this French Connection.

Photos: Style, Vogue

$410, netaporter

This dress is equal parts sweet and sexy--and as pretty as can be!

1. Self Portrait lace dress, $410, netaporter.com
2. Jennie Kwon black diamond stud earring, $395, shopbop.com
3. Edie Parker glitter skull clutch bag, $2495, bergdorfgoodman.com
4. Valentino studded sandals, $975, bergdorfgoodman.com

When I think of friends I admire, Reese Witherspoon is up there. Beyond her well documented talents and achievements, there are also the seriously club-worthy dance moves in our morning exercise class, the absolutely can't miss reading recommendations (current pick--Luckiest Girl Alive), and a firm understanding of the glory that is shopping at consignment stores. And now, as of last month, there is her awesome new fashion brand that she somehow managed to launch between everything else she does. It's called Draper James and features clothing, jewelry, bags (including the cute tote, above), stationery, cocktail napkins, and home decor--all amazingly imbued with her distinctly vibrant Southern style. My favorites from the collection: this tasseled cover-up, this effortlessly chic shirtdress, this punchy floral print dress, these tweed gingham shorts, and this cute flowery clutch. Not surprisingly, things are selling out fast, but keep a look out for new desirables to be added the mix. You can check it all out here!

$105, topshop

A grassy backyard party on Saturday night had me tiptoeing in my stilettos. Next time, I'd like to be wearing these chic lace-up block heels!

1. Sportmax Code floral print dress, $276, matchesfashion.com
2. Katie Diamond earrings, $145, shopbop.com
3. Charlotte Tilbury Lip Gloss in Candy Darling, $22, bergdorfgoodman.com
4. Cambridge Satchel cross body bag, $280, shopbop.com
5. Topshop lace-up heels, $105, topshop.com

Several good friends of mine have long been in the practice of wearing caftans as dresses, elegantly transforming the traditional poolside garment into a polished evening-out (or day-out!) frock. Leandra Medine, above, is clearly well-versed in this practice. I'm a big fan of this relaxed-elegant (and beyond comfy) look and would like to jump on the bandwagon this season with these languid lovelies by Christophe Sauvat, Madewell, Gypset, Warehouse, Etro (on sale!), Loup Charmant, and Julie Harrah. (I recently wore this Zara to a dinner party in Napa!)

$280, whistles

I ate my way through Thursday, lunching at Jon & Vinny's (best pizza ever), then dining at Aestus (the cocktails are almost too good!). If I could do it all over again (which I plan to do!) I'll be wearing this day-to-night, super flattering, expanding-tummy-concealing dress.

1. Whistles asymmetric crepe dress, $280, netaporter.com
2. Samantha Wills earrings, $164, shopbop.com
3. Moschino clutch, $109, asos.com
4. Etro beaded sandals, $1100, netaporter.com

At the Veuve Cliquot Polo Match in New York this past weekend spectators executed some winning summer looks. One of my favorites: Diane Kruger in a vintage Roland Mouret jumpsuit, above. Yes, the cut-outs are a bit daring, but they do provide much-needed ventilation, and the wide-leg, loose-fitting pants help balance out the skimpiness on top. Inspired, I hunted down some similar, yet slightly less skin-baring styles and found these by Asos (so cute!), Karl Lagerfeld (30% off), Tamara Mellon (40% off), Rebecca Taylor, and Halston Heritage. Check out more stylish snaps from the polo match here. P.S. It helps to have a cute boy at your side!

Photo: Vogue