This clutch had me at its striking animal print-graphic stripe combo, but the fact that I can monogram it makes it downright irresistible.

1. Rebecca Taylor leather-sleeved tweed dress,
2. Iosselliani brass ring set,
3. C. Wonder synthetic leather clutch,
4. Steven strappy pumps,

Clean, fresh, easy--but also thoroughly sophisticated. The zippers are very , and the jacquard texture gives it just the right amount of heft. It's definitely the kind of sweatshirt I'd live in!

When I was in Athens, I popped into Mango, which was down the street from my hotel, and picked up a cute checked knit that was not only on sale, but previously featured on LE CATCH. But now I want this new crochet-trimmed (very Coco Chanel) metallic one, too. Gah!

Now this is a dress that will help you make an entrance--and then some. Summer cocktail party on with...

As you know, I am all for an . But I've been thinking that a conversation-starting clutch may be in order, too! Inspired by the big statement bags going to and from the recent haute couture shows in Paris (below) and the kooky book-inspired totes spotted out and about on the streets (above), I reckon these unorthodox (and sometimes quirky) accessories will lend a fun (and labor-free) dose of pop to any outfit--even my boring basics. The best eye-catchers currently on the market include this , this (pictured below), this Pop Art cheapie but goodie, this , and the tome-like (I was an English major in college and wrote my senior thesis on Jane Eyre, so this seems quite appropriate!).

I'm inclined to make a big statement in this pair of embellished French Connection shorts (that are on sale!)--along with the following lovelies...

Clearly, this is a heat wave-friendly lightweight that you could wear casually, but I love the fact that you could also crank it up a notch like this...

I traveled to Greece over the 4th of July (I will share pix/details of my trip later today!) with my friend Stephanie, who managed to beat Athens' 90-degree heat in a series of cute, wear-everywhere, day-to-night rompers, just like this.

I am a big believer in the simple white blouse and its forever fresh look. This one is boxy and loose-fitting, with a Chloe-esque vibe--qualities that make it suitable for just about everything on my summer agenda.

A throw-on-and-go jersey shift dress executed with a vibrant mash-up of prints is a total score in my book. And it'll win even more hearts with...