You Had Me @ Hello [GUCCI]

Gucci's Spring 2012 collection was a shameless homage to the roaring 20's. Beaded dresses and geometric shapes dominated the runway, so it's only fitting that the accessories embody the same festive, jazzy spirit. This suede sandal was the stand out gem of the collection. With a delicate chain detail, art deco embellished heel and super steep arch, it's the perfect update to a swinging classic. Enjoy!

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MIDAS TOUCH [Alexander McQueen]

Everything Sarah Burton touches these days turns to gold, and this shiny suit is no exception. The folks at Alexander McQueen weave gold (and silver) silk into a expertly tailored and polished suit. But even with all its sophistication, there is still an element of ease; the cropped hem on the pant and buttonless jacket take the point home. It's a best of both worlds approach (and execution) that only McQueen could deliver. Enjoy!

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Two Tickets to Paradise [Céline Resort 2011]

In honor of the glorious weather, let's take a look at some summer-appropriate pieces. Phoebe Philo's Resort collection for Céline is the epitome of chic! Drawing on 70's era motifs for inspiration, Philo uses clean silhouettes and color blocking to craft a look that's equal parts ease and sophistication. 

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"Stay Close to Me, Summer" [June Ambrose x Selima Optique]

Celebrity stylist and soon to be VH1 reality star, June Ambrose adds eyewear designer to her extensive resume with a capsule collection of sunglasses created in collaboration with luxury optical brand Selima Optique. Rarely caught without an amazing pair of frames - often of her own design, Ambrose is notorious for her eyewear obsession. The collection offers a range of colors and shapes, so whether your style is classic, edgy or surreal, Ambrose has a pair of glasses just for you. Ever the family woman, the fabulous mother of two even named a few pieces after her children. The full collection is available at Selima boutiques and online. Styled by June premieres March 19th!

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THE TSESAREVICH'S ARMY [Balmain Men's Fall 2012]

Menswear fall collections and womenswear pre-fall collections are released pretty close together, so it's no surprise that many houses work similar themes for the complementary collections. This was the case at Balmain, where Olivier Rousteing looked to czarist Russia's military to rework house staples, like moto pants cut in quilted satin and plush velvet. With such an ostentatious source of inspiration, the collection turned out surprisingly austere. Rousteing turned down the hardware and avoided the prints he used for women's Pre-Fall and opted for a cleaner, meaner aesthetic for the men's collection. The tailoring was cut closer too, with endless outerwear options, from embellished wool overcoats to pony hair biker jackets. Slouchy leather boots contrast some of the polish, but the overall finished product is all luxe. Rousteing is dressing generals, not mere soldiers after all.

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The GRAND DUCHESS! [Balmain Pre-Fall 2012]

Olivier Rousteing continues to clean up the Balmain aesthetic. For the label's first pre-fall collection, Rousteing looked to Russia for inspiration. The result was floral printed suits, quilted leather jackets and pearl-encrusted dresses, all drenched in unabashed luxury, of course. If you're worried that Rousteing is sticking too close to the Balmain formula, he delivered newness  with broader, boxier shapes for blazers. One thing that isn't new this season: I still hate the shoes.