Bird's The Word

Sheer toile fabric has been around since the 1880s in a variety of colors and prints, typically consisting of only two colors and depicting country scenes or floral motifs. The classic design has been re-imagined in this dainty bird print. Vintage details like the elbow-length shirred sleeves and built in waist tie to be arranged in a flirty bow make this cotton/silk blend toile blouse the cat's meow. ($150)

Obi-Wan

Considered a necessity amongst Tatooine princesses, this leather obi-style belt wraps around once and ties high in front or back. Available in a dozen colors with atleast six different styling options, this belt will handily take over the spot as most versatile amongst your collection. Custom colors are available for native New Yorkers, just swing by the Nolita shop. I'd like to see one in white to compliment a funky wedding dress, or pastel colored belts as original-like accessories/gifts for the bridesmaids. Sweeet! ($98)

Installation Art

Spice up your cubicle with these witty self-adhesive wall decals. Peel and stick. It's that simple. And soon that little Blik character will be shaking his groove thing in your office or even the kids' room. Keith Haring would have loved the low price point, his desire was to create affordable art to be enjoyed by the masses. ($35)

Pay It Forward

Do gooder website Gaiam.com peddles all sorts of "green living" products, from solar powered cell phone chargers to organic cotton bedding. The site also offers support and practical assistance to artisans throughout the developing world by selling their wares. This gorgeous zulugrass beaded necklace is made by Kenya's Maasai women, the cash they've earned has raised their family status and pays for the education of their children. Champion the indepence of enterprising women on the great continent, and look good doin' it too. ($32)

Be Right Black...

What's your go-to dress? The dress you immediately grab when you've only 10 minutes to get ready for a last minute invite to a UN reception for dignitaries and celebrities. Classy and uncomplicated, the perfectly fitted shape is designed to compliment most figures — the little black dress. Darling details include the cap sleeves; portrait collar, and gathered front draping with an attached skinny belt. Très élégant. ($545)

This Is Why I'm Haute

I've gone ga-ga for this brilliant woolen polka dot short coat from Sonia by Sonia Rykiel. A modern take on Victorian tailoring; darts, pleats, and folds dominate throughout. Fitted and pleated sleeves, puffy shoulders, nipped in waist and subsequent flare are also dead giveaways. The grand doyenne adds off beat touches like assymetrical button fastening and pintucks througout to sweeten the deal. ($730)

Filla Furla Fulla Stuff

Furla has been a hot European label for quite some time now; quietly building momentum as a premium luxury brand in the States. Take for instance this delectable old lady bag — voted most likely to been seen dangling from the arm of an Olsen twin, it's a modern classic. Stately even. A clever throwback to the vintage croc bags of yore, this large sized copy is made of lustrous embossed leather with a Windex shine! Lovey. ($645)

Rocker Chic

Strut pout, put it out, just like you're Sheena Easton! You'll be singing those lyrics and strutting your stuff like an 80s rock star in these bitchin' stiletto heels. Metallic, mauve-colored snakeskin alternates with black patent leather to provide a sexy "V" shaped contrast on the vamp. British brand Strutt Couture creates shoes for the attention seeker in us all; they know you may not want to make a statement with anything other than the shoes on your feet. Now on sale for (£99/$199)

Power Puff

Every dame knows to set her makeup in place with a final light application of powder. Today's woman typically uses whatever sponge or brush packaged with her compact; women of the past used down puffers. That's right, little handmade goose down powder puffs. The base is crafted of pleated satin with a delicate turned wooden handle for easy application. A lovely addition to any vanity. ($58)

Butterscotch on the Rocks

New York based label Madison Marcus creates feminine and flirty designs for the urban chic, like this perfectly delicious cropped leather trench. Made from supple butterscotch colored leather, it's a welcome respite from the typical black leather jackets which dominate the racks. The double-breasted jacket has covered buttons and a detachable belt, which ties empire-style directly below the bust. Pair with a flouncy silk dress or skinny jeans and ginormous Jackie-O sunglasses. Smooth like butta! ($528)

Good Sport

Take your ordinary casual cotton, rugby striped weekend dress, but instead cut it from a silk/cashmere blend, and it's no longer ordinary. Perfect for a brunch at Pastis or a football party, the dress is luxurious yet unpretentious. Although it's at mini length, the high scoop neck and 3/4 length sleeves, add a touch of casual modesty. Bonny over a pair of skinny jeans, or belted with heels, this is a versatile wardrobe basic. ($154)

Queen of the Galaxy

Jane Fonda's costumes in the 60s sci-fi classic "Barbarella" seemed to have taken inspiration from an R-rated comic book. Plastic bras, body stockings, mesh bikinis, metal breast plates, vacant stares, and studs... lot's of studs. Precisely why the Barbarella Clutch Bag shares its name with the intergalactic sex kitten. The imagined film prop has the practical feature of a detachable wrist strap and will be found suitable by most earth women. (£25/$50)

White Said Fred

Get ready for your closeup darlings because you'll feel like a mega movie star in this posh vintage white belted coat. Made by Lilli Ann, known for workmanship and quality fabrication, this 50s era coat is in excellent condition. The weather may have turned a bit frigid, but that doesn't mean you can't emit your own heat! Pop your collar and go for high drama with Jackie-O sunglasses and bright red lips. ($165)

A Little Birdie Told Me

"No matter how old or fat you get, your shoulders will remain fabulous." Which is why every woman regardless of age or size should have at least one asymmetrical shoulder baring blouson. Vintage inspired line Voom has created this elegant silk top with gorgeous Kimono-style fabric depicting parrots and exotic blossoms. The generous sleeves and drapey cut conceal flesh without sacrificing style or femininity. ($196)

Boot Up

Spoiled prepster Blair Warner was hands-down the best dressed character on "The Facts of Life." Her wardrobe was kickin' and the other girls always hated on her cashmere sweaters and designer denim, but Blair just kept on shopping. She had a pair similar to this tall pull-on Frye boot — in both colors! And who could blame her? The sensible 2.5" stacked heel makes walking to the other side of Eastland Academy's campus a breeze; and buttery smooth leather protect the pins from inclement weather. Hey, that last bit rhymes! ($378)

Yes You Can-Can

Leave it to French catalog giant La Redoute and legendary designer Christian Lacroix to bring haute couture to the masses. Affordable luxury in the form of the 'Falbala' trench coat; the best from the capsule collection has oomph to say the least. Whimsical tiers of flounces and ruffles contrasted against black stockings are classic Lacroix, and methinks purposely evocative of fin-de-siècle Paris. The word 'Falbala' is an old fashion term meaning showy trimming, ruffles and ornamentation; typical of the 1890s cabaret costumes of dancing girls as depicted by Toulouse-Lautrec. Simply smashing! ($300)

Pizzazz, Stormer, and Roxy

Once Steven Spielberg signs on to direct the live action version of "Jem and the Holograms," my dream casting for The Misfits are Juliet Lewis, Gwen Stefani and Pink. Dressed as daddy's little rich punk rocker prom girls, these bitchin' 4.5" zigzag skyscraper pumps from Stefani's L.A.M.B. label are wardrobe no-brainers! The amazing contrast of shiny textured snake skin accents stitched atop matte black suede is like sooo radical; the sexy peep toe and covered platform contemporize the totally 80s shoe. Double lovey! ($295)

Harlequin Romance

Still sleeping in old tee shirts? Grow up girl, you're a woman now! Many refined ladies retire to bed in Regency romance novel lingerie, like this silk georgette pale pink nightie with matching panties from Jane De Lacey. The neckline has a crushed silk flower rosette and ribbon embellishment and the panties are trimmed all round with a delicate lace. (£165/$330)

Hoop-La

The most prized of all metals, gold is one of the most recognizable symbols of wealth. Ancient cultures mined, bent, forged and hammered the ore into natural shapes to adorn their bodies. Reminiscent of a primitive relic, the handcrafted 18K Soleil Crescent hoop earrings have a modern organic feel as well. Designed by former sculptor Shaesby Scott, they're certain to survive this age and beyond. ($660)

Ms. Pac-Man

This lively yellow and black polka dot cropped cardigan is just darling! Reminiscent of the 80's arcade game, the polka dot pattern has actually been around since the 1840s and it hasn't lost its popularity yet! Versatile enough to pair with sexy black wiggle dress to Sunday best, you'll be surprised at how many wardrobe options are revealed. ($129)

The Hunt for Red DigiCam

Remember when product placement in movies gained popularity amongst advertisers? "Back to the Future" was an originator, "Austin Powers" got cheeky with it, and now it's moved onto music videos. Notably the Ciara video, "Can't Leave 'Em Alone," featuring the newest slim line gadget, the Sony Cybershot DSC-T100 8MP Digital Camera. Less than an inch thick and only 5 ounces, the protective face cover slides down to reveal the 5x optical zoom lens with 8.1-megapixel resolution, and check the ginormous 3.0-inch LCD screen on the rear. Celebu-cred at it's best! ($400)

Hollywood Duffle

Simultaneously functional and irreverent, the classic design of the composition notebook has been applied to a cutesy duffle bag. A great gift for teens or adults, it's large enough to be used as an overnight bag, gym bag, and a sassy alternative to the backpack or just a big ass purse. The bright yellow straps nicely complement the mottled pattern and there's even a space to pen in your name and email address. It's from Fred Flare so it's practically guaranteed to generate random smiles. ($25)

Number One Stunna

Trench coats are best worn by dime detectives and the foxy dames they're searchin' for. Quite possibly the most provocative article of outwear ever produced, this lace trench coat, from Sydney-based fashion label Wheels & Doll Baby, may get you caught. Cut from Champagne colored heavyweight duchess satin with a splendiferous black French Chantilly lace overlay... luxury incarnate. Pair with a brightly colored silk mini dress with just a hint of hem peeking from the bottom. It's so sexy you'll be tempted to wear it alone. Don't. ($695)

Can You Dig It?

Plucked straight outta Willona Woods' closet, this retro-styled tunic is groovy man! The honeycomb design along with the cut, contrast striped trim and button detail are 70s redux. Incorporate words like "sucka" and "jive turkey" into your vocabulary. Skip the bell bottoms and pair with skinny jeans or mellow out poolside as a cover up. Lovey! ($62)

Couture Club

Evening gowns with intricate embroidery require hundreds of hours of manual labor. The artisans who create this work typically spend their entire careers in one couture house like the House of Lanel which specializes in embroidery. This year, because of the weak dollar, I simply refuse to spend sixty thousand on a new gown. So I'll take a small dose of couture in the form of a limited edition, framed example like this gorgeous Oriental bottle sewn onto a silk satin canvas. A stunning piece of art for the boudoir. ($986)

Radical Lace

Delicate, frilly, feminine, girly stuff has it's place in every woman's lingerie drawers, but it's always lovely when a lingerie-inspired article of clothing or even a shoe can cross over into the mainstream wardrobe. Like this amazing lace blazer which has been fashioned from embroidered net fabric. Pair it with a little black dress, long evening gown, denim, whatever — it raises the level of anything you wear it with. ($320)

Diamancel Doll

Pumice ain't got nothin' on diamond dust! That's right, the leftover grit from the hardest substance on earth can become your high end foot sloughers. "Dissolve" dry, cracked, foot calluses with a simple flick of the wrist; the diamonds do most of the work. Stretch out your pedicure and retain maximum foot buffyness and toe integrity with the pedi-paddle trio. ($115)

Meet The Parents

This is it. This is the dress you wear to meet his parents this summer. First impressions are everything, and appearing to be stylishly demure is the fashion objective. High neckline? Check. Knee-length skirt? Check. Let's face it, you don't wanna look common, so play down the cleavage action and concentrate on your arms and face. The classic A-line shape of this silk polka dot dress could trigger a nostalgic memory from their youths. You get a pass for bare arms... it's Brooklyn in August, yo! Stash a shawl or cardigan and tie a scarf to your bag just in case. ($168)

Peep This

One of the earliest types of lace is a stitchcraft called Guipure. It typically has an embossed pattern and is made with a heavier or even metal thread and sewn like needlepoint. Usually used as trimming, the omnipresent Stuart Weitzman has crafted these peep toe pumps out of the material. Aptly titled the "Lingerie" heel, it has leather trim and soles as well as a 3 3/4" covered heel and insoles cushioned with a 1½-millimeter-to-three-millimeter layer of latex. Your go-to special event shoes of the year have arrived. ($299)

Who Ya Gonna Call?

Forget the iPhone, check out the lightweight Samsung SGH-T509. The Kate Moss of cell phones, she weighs in at 2.72 oz and measures less than a half an inch thick. Released a year ago, in competition with the now fat-in-comparison Razr; her sleek and futuristic design retains that newness factor. Standout features are video recording, speakerphone, and vivid display. ($200)

Royal-Tee

Can you name the current Miss World? Neither can I, so fake it and claim the crown for yourself with this fun Miss World T-shirt. Practice your pageant wave, stock up on the Vaseline and Preparation H, (for your teeth and the bags under your eyes silly!) and continue your reign until too many washings fade your sash. ($46)