Patterned Super-Size Three-Ring BinderWhen you want to make your special projects just that much more special, tote them around in one of these babies. The pretty flocked patterns come in red, black, brown, and olive. These are pretty big (the spines are more than four inches across) so you can basically prettify your entire workload.
$18.00 each, See Jane Work
Enzo Angiolini Verdure Slingback PumpThese patent leather pumps, with three-inch heels, are classic and beautiful. I love the open toe with the flat, shiny bow on top. These dress up any outfit. They also come in red and ivory.
On sale for $64.90 (until August 6), Nordstrom
Gothic Dinner Plate SetYeah, they're only made of melamine, but these dinner plates, designed by Thomas Paul, still manage to give your meals a little class. I especially like how the doily pattern on each plate is a little different.
$36.00, Elsewares
Leopard RainbootHow totally awesome are these galoshes? I usually try to keep the animal print to a minimum, so as not to look like Peggy Bundy, but these leopard print puddle stompers are just too hot to resist. They're cute enough to wear all day.
$34.00, Urban Outfitters
Isaac Mizrahi Big Square SunglassesWhat faboo cheap shades from Isaac Mizrahi! And the best part is that they have 100% UVA and UVB protection. So you not only look glam, but your eyes are super protected from sun damage.
$19.99, Target
Eva Solo Forentine VaseThese mouth-blown crystal vases, which are a little more than 10 inches tall, have a lovely shape. They look striking even without flowers in them. The vase was created by Eva Solo, a cool Danish design house.
$78.00, Greener Grass Design
Vessel Magazine Tote BagI'm always lugging around magazines, because I like to read them on the subway. Hence, I have quite a few big bags. I wouldn't mind adding this white linen tote to the collection. I like the vase design on the outside and that, unlike many totes, it has a zipper closure.
$58.00, Lotta Jansdotter
Smith’s Rosebud SalveI can't stop slathering this stuff from the Rosebud Perfume Company on my lips. It has a soft rosy taste, it feels great on, and it has a bit of a shine to it. Supposedly, you can use this stuff to soften your cuticles too.
$5.50, Drugstore.com
Stila Mandarin Mist Eye Shadow TrioI like these new pink shimmery earth tone shadows from Stila. They're part of the Mandarin Mist line. These three-packs come in two similar varieties: kitten and mandarin. Kitten has more of a plum palette and mandarin's palette is more pink.
$24.00, Sephora
Tiki Idol Luncheon NapkinsThese tiki party napkins are so cute. If you're going to get your hula on, check out Plum Party's other fun Hawaiian party supplies. They even sell a 12-pack of grass skirts.
$5.50 for a set of 16, Plum Party
Coconut CupsBring on the luau! These plastic cups with hinged lids and holes for straws are even better than drinking out of actual coconuts, because you don't need a jackhammer to get them open. These would be great for frozen pineapple or coconut drinks and desserts.
$15.99 for four, Target
Hostess Cupcake Lunch BoxI'm not going to lie to you. I squealed when I saw this. I mean, it's got that great giant swirly frosting on the front and a pattern of hearts and cupcakes along the sides. I may have to start bringing my lunch in this. Of course, all I will want to eat for lunch is cupcakes. Also, check out the cupcake coin purse.
$12.00, Fred Flare
Anne Klein Mistral WedgesI've been rocking the wedges this summer (they're more comfortable than heels), and I like how these patent leather slingbacks are dressy enough to wear with a suit dress or some really nice trousers. The basketweave wedge heel gives it a summery look.
$88.95, Zappos.com
Little Birds Wall ClockThis clock, which is 12 inches in diameter, may not be the best for telling time, but that's okay by me. It has an adorable vintage bird design on a glass and has light pink hands. It runs on one AA battery.
$24.00, Urban Outfitters
Maria Bianca Nero Silk Chiffon Eyelet DressThis white spaghetti strap dress is absolutely gorgeous. It has a lovely silhouette and is made of silk chiffon with a silk sash and adjustable silk straps. The lower half of the dress is overlaid in a delicate eyelet fabric that hangs beautifully.
$298.00, Nordstrom
