LE CATCH

Seventy two hours in New York this past weekend was all it took to realize my fall wardrobe is seriously lacking in the accessories department. A brisk morning bike ride to La Bicyclette in Brooklyn definitely warranted a pair cute leather gloves, similar to above, like the ones I saw many others sporting even without bikes. I sourced great color options at a hard-to-beat price at Land's End, BTW. I could also use socks in fun, unexpected colors such as these from J.Crew, Alex Mill (blue ones below) and Bombas for additional outfit pop! And the way to layer knits right now is tied around your waist, under or even or over a jacket, just FYI. Of course, mandatory by now is the barn jacket, which, if you're still in the market for one, I love these by Pixie Market, Alex Mill and Wyeth.

$88, madewell

This mini bag has major oomph.

1. Alex Mill cashmere sweater, $325, alexmill.com

2. Ganni jeans, $295, bergdorfgoodman.com

3. Cos jacket, $170, cos.com

4. Madewell bag, $88, madewell.com

5. Casablanca gold plated ring, $112, shopbop.com

6. Reformation loafers, $268, reformation.com

If I hadn't packed my trusty, go-with-everything AGOLDE jeans this past weekend I am not sure I would made it through the whirlwind of meals at Sartiano's, Eel Bar and Cocodaq comfortably on my style game. Not coincidentally my sister worked her pair in black as well! And in another twist of fate this Monday, they're now on sale at Shopbop, along with tons of other new downtown-ready staples (at 40% off!) including these Schutz ballet flats, this Vince t-shirt, these Cult Gaia wide-leg jeans, these Sam Edelman Mary Janes, this Z Supply striped sweater, and these Stuart Weitzman flats. Shop it all here!

There's a poached chicken salad that everyone likes to order for lunch at Farmshop in Brentwood, to which I attribute miraculous stay-full-till-dinner properties. While I was mowing mine down yesterday, I paused to savor my friend's earrings--a jaw-dropping pair of puffy gold heart hoops. She informed me that they were by Real Fine Studio, a new LA-based line that also designs the cutest signet rings, which apparently are all the rage with twenty-something hipsters. We also talked about an upcoming wedding in Lake Como and what to wear (this, this and this), bags that don't break the bank (my new Coach, below, and the $88 Bottega lookalike, last pic, real deal here!) and bags that will (Khaite!), favorite new jackets (Simkhai, Pixie Market, Mango), and the next must-read on my list! Happy Weekend!

$129, zara

Don't tell my sister but I just bought her double breasted, double lapel Loewe jacket at Zara. ;)

1. Zara double lapel blazer, $129, zara.com

2. Mother jeans, $166, shopbop.com

3. Missoma mixed metal hoop earrings, $223, shopbop.com

4. Coach bag, $295, shopbop.com

5. Stems cashmere socks, $23, revolve.com

6. Zara patent leather pumps, $59, zara.com

In case you’re wondering, the path of least resistance to evening glamour is ME + EM’s new sequin pants. They’re beyond comfortable and yet they can confidently whirl around a party with the elegance of a cocktail dress. I love them–and all the easy on-top options to go with including the tie-neck blouse with elastic cuffs, pictured, this pinstripe ruffle top, this cropped tux shirt, the ruffle silk blouse, and this striped silk top. P.S. All of these tops yield instant party perfection! This post is in paid partnership with ME + EM.

I love a good micro trend--the kind that's so niche and subtle it could easily fly under the radar of anyone not in the know. My latest go-to is a cuff bracelet worn over a sleeve. It looks new and fresh and IYKYK cool, especially styled with a sweater or even a jacket or coat! Try working it with the cuff below from Lizzie Fortunato, or these affordable options from Kenneth Jay Lane, Jenny Bird, and Amber Sceats.

I vividly remember stealing my mother's Ann Taylor trousers to wear during my college internship at People Magazine, as if it happened just yesterday. Well, just yesterday, she wanted payback by appropriating my brand new Theory trousers, above. She acknowledged their flattering fit, the luxuriously soft and lightweight, non-itchy wool, and the gorgeous navy (a perfect neutral!)--all rare qualities to find one pair of pants! Even my twin sister asked to borrow them for an upcoming trip to Rome. Sorry, get your own, because I'll be wearing mine non-stop with everything from denim (Blaze Milano, pictured), polished blazers (Theory) and even simple boxy tees. Finally, we can all call off the search for the best-fitting, infinitely versatile trousers.

I firmly believe in buying a great party dress when I find one rather than waiting for a special occasion. For me, options become frustratingly elusive when I need (just) one the most, so I instantly snapped up the under $200 beaded Anthropologie sheath, above, and the leather Mango fringed skirt, below. Also poised to party: this Xu Zhi draped chiffon skirt, this sequin Halston and this maxi La Double J.

$495, maje

Don't mind me, but I'll be making a big bejeweled statement this season.

1. Maje jeweled cardigan, $495, maje.com

2. Nili Lotan jeans, $395, saksfifthavenue.com

3. Alex Mill waxed barn jacket, $325, alexmill.com

4. Kallmeyer suede clutch, $945, kallmeyer.nyc

5. Khaite boots, $1250, netaporter.com