A girls dinner out at Nobu in Malibu last night involved major rubber-necking (Michelle Pfeiffer, Kelly Rowland, Balthazar Getty, The Murdoch Family, and an Olsen) and multiple platters of sushi and sashimi. This glamorous all-in-one wallet, bag and clutch would have fit into the scene perfectly.

1. Helmut Lang jumpsuit,
2. J.Crew earrings,
3. Henri Bendel bag,
4. Derek Lam sandals,

Just the sight of this summer-perfect clutch puts me in the mood for a festive evening out. (P.S. It's 50% off, along with a bevy of insane designer desirables at .)

This leather trimmed short sleeved J. Brand jacket is going to facilitate those transitional late summer to early fall days of what-do-I-wear dressing. (You may recall my fondness for these stylish last spring.) Bridge the cool/warm gap like this...

At dinner the other night, a friend of mine, who works at one of Wall Street's preeminent investment banks, lamented that her required daily "corporate uniform" (mostly pants, simple silk blouses, and closed-toe shoes) left little room for stylish expression. Well, my friend, here's a pair of classic black pumps whose edgy furry texture say "rebel", but ever so softly, of course. And they work after hours, too, like this!

I see this army green wrap skirt as the cooler, edgier, more feminine cousin of the cargo pant. But it's just as utilitarian and will go with everything from flat sandals to heeled ankle boots. I'd work it like this...

It was years ago, but I remember the day so clearly. I was in New York City, walking down Broadway, near Macy's. Lucky Magazine's fashion director had been telling me that I needed to explore the random stores in this stretch of town due to the amazing costume jewelry that could be found there. I popped into one of them, chock full of brooches, big necklaces, and whatnot, and came upon a fabulous looking metal clutch, encrusted with silver-dollar-sized raw-cut stones. It was reminiscent of Chloe at the time, and yet also vintage-y and unique. The clutch cost $20. I think I bought a couple (one for my twin sister, another for my mom, etc.). I still have this clutch and wear it to the most fashion-y parties, despite the fact that some of the stones have popped out and gone missing. I will always love it--but I'm thinking this pretty turquoise-beaded clutch could easily be its up-to-date replacement.

A slinky, sexy, statement-making evening dress for just over $100? Cheers to that!

"Everything is perforated," my designer friend declared the other day. "It's the thing." These neutral-hued ballet slippers are right in step with the trend--and I love how they'll go (and go and go) with just about everything. P.S. These are also a easy, fresh stand-in for your go-to black flats.

For me, a little, feather-light, slightly sheer dress, like this, is the most stylish anti-humidity weapon. I'd undo most of the buttons, too, of course, and swish around in...

Strange but interesting coincidence: not one but six (unrelated) friends of mine have recently invested in a bright orange bag. I think they're all on to something very good. This cute tote will let one in on it for under $100 bucks.