LE CATCH

That particular kind of piece we all quietly covet--the one that looks far more expensive than it is, carries that quiet designer energy, and resists easy identification? This is it. A jacket that could be Prada. Or Marni? Or maybe even vintage Miu Miu? I’ve gathered a few of those rare finds today — elevated, elusive, and surprisingly accessible. The kind that gets mistaken for something twice (or three times) the price: the Gucci-ish tote ($16!), below, this Farm Rio dress (reminds me of this), and this Siedres coat.

For me, the thrill of the hunt is half the fun. That moment when I spot the thing—the under-$50 gem that looks like a million bucks. The why-is-this-not-sold-out-yet shoe. The wear-it-every-day blazer that no one else has clocked yet. But the other half? Sharing the spoils with you. That’s what LE CATCH was founded on: the thrill, the discovery, and the quiet confidence that, yes, you can show up to a swanky soirée in something that cost $50 and still look like a total knockout. So, I’m especially excited to share a new tool for the treasure hunt: All my links will now automatically populate/can be found (forever more) on Shopmy's Storefront. Read: you can see all MY links in once place. Another tab for your shopping pleasure: Circles lets you shop through curated groups of trusted tastemakers—think of it as building your own stylish inner circle of fashion editors, insiders, and in-the-know friends--or personal boutique. Instead of being swallowed by algorithmically-served picks, Circles is guided by people whose taste you actually trust. You can create your own custom Circles--include mine, please, which Shop My named, "Our Most Trusted Curators" and "California Curators." It's shopping by way of community, not code. Everything is organized beautifully, so you can wishlist and save your favorites from all your trusted sources in one place. And since decision fatigue is real, the platform also highlights the most popular picks across the community, so you can quickly spot what’s trending, what’s working, and what’s worth clicking add to cart. Please follow me for access to all my shopping links, IG posts, outfit collages, inspo and more. Thank you!

American Airlines just pinged me that I'll be landing in New York just as the heatwave breaks—with thunderclaps and pouring rain to prove the point. (Okay, they may have stated this a little less eloquently, but you can read between the lines: delays?) At least I’ll know what to wear. Unlike a few weeks from now, when a trickier kind of weather rolls in: fall on top, summer on bottom. Or is it the other way around? Either way, Zara and H&M seem to be ahead of the curve, helping us dress for the inevitable in-between, with its just-out collections. I already stocked up, springing for the suede jacket, above, (I have an asymmetrical Tory Burch skirt en route to my doorstep that looks similar to above, but I think way chicer), and the red sandals. Now pondering the H&M denim jacket and lace skirt, below, the Mayle Vasquez fringed dress and these crazy pearl studded jeans.

Now that we’ve successfully sidestepped a tsunami (phew!), it feels only right to focus on something far less stressful—like fashion. A quick trip to the Apple Store at the mall yesterday turned into a full-blown browse-a-thon. I found myself drifting in and out of shops, where knits were already making a strong appearance—and everywhere, autumn shades of brown and orange. Fall is clearly creeping in, and it’s not even August yet! So what does a summer-loving girl to do? This morning, I turned to Net-A-Porter’s Pre-Fall Edit—a stellar, makes-sense selection that's prepping me (stylishly, sensibly) for the chillier, shorter-day reality ahead. It’s full of pieces that don’t scream "summer's over" but whisper "it’s okay to layer again." Think soft tailoring, rich color palettes, and transitional staples that work just as well now as they will in October. There are major pieces like this Loewe peplum jacket, this brown suede Roheskirt, and the tasseled Isabel Marant bag, above, that will temper the sting of a 50-degree day. But also everyday essentials that will keep one beach bum moving forward till spring: these Aeyde suede ballet flats, this Kallmeyer chiffon skirt, and these most excellent TWP wide-leg pants. Check it out for yourself here.

At a baby shower the other day, a friend I hadn’t seen in ages paused mid-chat, took a sip of her wine, and said, “You do beach well.” I smiled and said what I always do when I hear that (because, yes, it’s not the first time): Who doesn’t? I mean, the beach requires very little clothing. Says the girl who owns more bikinis than underwear. (Guilty. Proud.) And because I can never have too many, I just added one more to my collection: the black Cynthia Rowley stunner below. Equal parts classic and statement-making—it’s poised for its Hamptons debut this coming weekend. Also making a comeback are my favorite styling extras: Chan Luu sarongs, and sheer lace (Doen below), this new lace cover-up and Dolce-looking mini, these Posse gingham shorts, this embellished see-through J.Crew top, the Le Bop top and skirt set, this Topshop open-stitch wrap dress, this cinched Asos t-shirt (in white and black!) and these new sunnies!

$77, viola pisenti

My new favorite beach bag.

1. Toteme dress, $780, mytheresa.com

2. Ann Taylor fan drop earrings, $44, anntaylor.com

3. Mexican bag, $77, violapesenti.com

4. LQFQ sandals, $44, amazon.com

I spent the majority of Sunday on the couch, with my youngest down and out with a summer cold—not exactly the exciting weekend agenda I had in mind, but so it goes. Being homebound, however, did not stop me from falling down an extremely active rabbit hole: the elusive hunt for Madeline Fass’ 2023 Proenza Schouler cut-out dress, above. No dice (yet), but the search led me to flirt with more recent Proenza—on major sale, no less—because if Jack & Lazaro are headed to Loewe, their final PS pieces feel suddenly extra collectable. (Eyeing this forever top and statement dress). Also justifying all of this dress-hunting with the fact that my niece is getting married in September, which clearly calls for a best-dressed guest moment. And so: more cart-filling with this, this, this, this, and this.

$295, my theresa

This red mini makes the weekend-carry-on cut.

1. Faithfull dress, $295, mytheresa.com

2. Le Specs sunglasses, $85, havenwellwithin.com

3. Coach snail bag charm, $95, coach.com

4. Sylvia Toledano hoop earrings, $150, modaoperandi.com

5. The Row cotton knit tote bag, $950, modaoperandi.com

6. Stuart Weitzman leather sandals, $195, stuartweitzman.com

My friend Kate splits her time between Hawaii, Sun Valley, and LA—a dream geography that certainly doesn’t hurt when it comes to maintaining that jet-set, sun-kissed glow. But lately, something’s different. Very different. Her skin has taken on a new kind of noticeable radiance—dewy, luminous, and impossible to ignore. While it would be easy to credit her lifestyle trifecta, those who know her know better. As a former beauty editor with a intrepid approach to product testing, Kate has long been the go-to for what actually works. And now? She’s clearly onto something. Is it a new serum? A skin tech breakthrough? A not-yet-launched facial protocol? After two days of living under the same roof (and okay a sneak peek into her dopp kit!), I finally cracked her code: a mix of Plated Science Intense Serum and Epicutis Lipid Serum, topped off with (and this may be the key to it all!) face-finishing Westman Atelier Complexion Drops and Sun Tone Bronzing Drops (no wonder this product keeps selling out!). Look out for my glow up, friends!

For some, summer may be synonymous with minimal--all clean lines, airy fabrics, whisper-light everything--but I'm going full more is more. Like in Mallorca, where my sister and I layered our usual Adina Reyter gold and diamond baubles with bold colorful beads and sunshine-sparkly charms from Kate Collins. Fun, no? I intend to keep piling it on for the foreseeable future-- sparkle with my jellies (see below for under $200), color ($45 lace-up sandals), lace shorts and more sheer lace, cashmere stripes, statement denim, and non-stop fringe— the kind of playful excess that feels just right with sun-kissed skin and salty hair. Have fun this weekend!