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$119, mango

Valentine's Day--or any old date night for that matter--would be a legit excuse to slip into this flirty dress.

1. Mango one-shoulder dress, $119, mango.com
2. Topshop leather jacket, $370, topshop.com
3. David Galan wristlet, $328, shopbop.com
4. Manolo Blahnik ankle-strap sandals, $725, nordstrom.com

Not even a whiff of spring in the air--just the polar (vortex!) opposite--but already my beloved just-released Spring 2014 Burberry Prorsum t-strap sandals, which I've been pining for since last September, are quickly selling out! While there are no sizes left in the white version on Burberry's site, the pink (cuter, in my opinion!) are still up for grabs and are available here.

$210, reiss

I stole a braided sweater from my sister's closet in New York a couple of weeks ago, even though it's (really) small on me. Still, I've been squeezing myself into it, just because I love the detailing so much. This pastel lovely might allow my sister to get her sweater back!

1. Reiss braided sweater, $210, reiss.com
2. Rebecca Minkoff mini bar stud earrings, $38, shopbop.com
3. Anya Hindmarch clutch, $795, netaporter.com
4. Sole Society block heel sandals, $59, solesociety.com
5. Jovonista textured skort, $90, topshop.com

This spring designers from Chloe to Isabel Marant will be serving up various interpretations of the shower slide, the onetime locker room staple. But Swedish stylist and blogger Columbine Smille, pictured above in Tulum recently, has me convinced I should stick to the original Adidas sandal. It costs $20 and is the real deal! That being said, I adore Newbark's version, which is more feminine and refined. Either way, my tootsies are going to be comfortable come spring!

Photo: Columbine Smille, Pinterest

$240, nordstrom

I've never seen a hoodie as cool as this biker-inflected sweatshirt. (Of course, it's designed by the masters of effortless chic, French-based The Kooples!)

1. Chloe cotton jersey top, $550, netaporter.com
2. The Kooples cotton hooded biker sweatshirt, $240, nordstrom.com
3. Frame Denim faded wash jeans, $200, netaporter.com
4. Anya Hindmarch tote bag, $395, shopbop.com
5. The Row tortoise aviator sunglasses, $413, shopbop.com
6. New Balance for J.Crew sneakers, $80, jcrew.com

With the commencement of New York Fashion Week just days away, I am (obsessively) mulling over what to pack. Obviously, this is the time to bust out my wardrobe finest and showboat those statement accessories. This is also the time when I crave new dream outfits that include NYC-chic yet chill-proof accoutrements. As luck would have it, Shopbop is staging a behemoth sale, clearing out tons of amazing winter pieces, such as this Rag & Bone tuxedo blazer, this Amour Vert jumpsuit, this Theory fur cardigan and this Ella Moss ruffled dress (all 30% off) that are not only fitting for the front row but for back-in-Cali, too. My fantasy packing list would also include these statement coat and jacket options; these whimsical, look-at-me patterned skirts by Jonathan Saunders, Peter Pilotto and J.Crew (oh, and this solid one that's similar in spirit to the one above); these fancy schmancy party dresses from Marc Jacobs, By Malene Birger and Alexander Wang, along with these street style photog-friendly Ray Ban mirrored sunglasses. In reality, I will be bringing shoes that I could walk everywhere in such as these versatile ankle Jean-Michel Cazabat boots, a fashion-y but still office-appropriate dress such as this tweed McGinn and a skirt like this full leather Asos, a quirky, texture-rich clutch (this Anthropologie bag would be a slam dunk!), and a high-wattage Saint Laurent bag. I will definitely update you on how the suitcase and the fantasy integration come together next week. Wish me luck!

Photo: Candela Novembre

$225, nordstrom

This bold sandal nails spring's metallic trend and may just be the ultimate outfit-maker.

1. Mango textured dress, $119, mango.com
2. Zara embroidered jacket, $179, zara.com
3. Henri Bendel snake ring, $78, henribendel.com
4. Graf & Lantz reversible clutch, $138, shopbop.com
5. BCBG Max Azria metallic sandal, $225, nordstrom.com

My twin sister Coliena showed up to watch the Super Bowl at my house yesterday wearing a new and super cute varsity jacket. She looked suitably sporty and stylish for the occasion, so, of course, I asked for details. It turns out, her inspiration came in two parts. The first was back in November when she was photographing Gwyneth Paltrow for her website Goop, and GP turned up at the shoot in an awesome Louis Vuitton leather varsity jacket. Then a few days ago my sister did a shoot for a British fashion mag with a major London stylist, who not only sported this floral print varsity jacket but also declared that spring would be chock full of these sporty-retro toppers. (In other words, they're about to reach their fever pitch!) This finally prompted Coliena to go out and buy her own sleek version from Zara. Naturally, I want one now too and will be teaming it with more romantic, feminine pieces, such a pencil skirt or anything lace. So far these players by Current/Elliott (30% off), Rag & Bone and Club Monaco are making the cut.

$57*, oasis

The luxe gold hardware on this tote bag makes this an everyday-running-around game changer.

1. J.Crew swing sweater, $88, jcrew.com
2. Nacre pearl and silver strand bracelet, $38, anthropologie.com
3. Oasis orange bag*, $57, oasis.andotherbrands.com
4. Mother of Pearl slip-on sneaker, $370, netaporter.com
5. J Brand tailored trousers, $498, matchesfashion.com

*Get this price--and 20% off everything else--with the code LECATCHOA20 through 2/9.