Trollsta Side TableI like the baroque/mod look of this simple black side table. It's got these funky baroque-style legs that kind of contrast the a more square modern frame. Plus, it has a handy little shelf for storing books, magazines, or a few snacks for munching on while you watch TV.
$79.00, Ikea
Seychelles Foxy Mama SandalsThese platform sandals truly are foxy. Especially if you've got a bright new pedicure poking out from the peep toes. They have a cool retro stacked three-inch wooden heel and pretty dark teal leather T-straps. They'd look totally cute with a sundress or a long flowy summer skirt.
$89.95, Nordstrom
Tea Bowl LanternsThese hanging lanterns give your porch or deck or balcony a little romance. I like how easy they are to set up too. You just pop in a votive, and hang it from a hook or a nail. They come in two sizes, one with a five-inch-wide base and one with an eight-inch-wide base. Besides the color seen here, you can also buy them in turquoise or white.
$38.00 and $58.00 each, Anthropologie
Moonstone Cushion Sterling Silver NecklaceThis little necklace is simple and beautiful. I love the way the milky, opalescent moonstone pendant almost seems to glow from within. It comes on an 18-inch sterling silver chain with an oversize clasp that makes it easy to slip on and off without assistance.
$52.00, A Pretty Rock
Oh Deer Gumdrop T-strap Houndstooth FlatThese T-strap flats demand attention. The loud houndstooth print makes a subdued outfit--yes, I'm thinking of the all-black outfits we often wear in New York--more interesting. And it makes loud, colorful outfits all the more loud and insane.
$89.95, Solestruck
Nine West Eden FlatsThese ballet flats are bright and fun. In addition to this color, they come in blue, yellow, and brown. And the python pattern makes them a lot more interesting. These would look great with jeans or a summery skirt.
On sale for $59.99, Nine West
Gucci by Gucci Eau de ToilettePerfume is a very personal thing. One gal's signature scent is another's stinkfest. That said, I really like this new fragrance from Gucci. It smells rich and feminine and womanly without getting too fruity or old-lady-ish. I could definitely see wearing it on a date.
$65.00 for a 1.7 ounce bottle, Sephora
Citrine Fringe EarringsI love the golden sparkle of these citrine earrings. The citrine drops are decorated with a little fringe of golden garnets. The earrings are a little less than an inch long.
$60.00 for silver or goldfill metal components and $75.00 for 14-karat gold, Michele Lynne Designs
Djallaba TankThis soft gray jersey tank has such pretty embellishments. The scoop collar is decked out with pleated ruffles, lace, and flowers made from fabric and buttons. This would look great by itself with jeans or under a nice jacket.
$78.00, Anthropologie
Birds of a Feather Decorative PillowThis throw pillow is a bit strange, but I like it because it's sort of like a pillow version of Turducken. Actually, I guess it's more like Owldoveheart. Fortunately, you don't have to actually eat it. You can just put it on the couch and perplex your guests.
$70.00, Bunny Maxwell
500XL Giant Earbud SpeakersBest. Speakers. Ever. Well, funniest, at least--I don't know about the sound quality. You can use these speakers, which are shaped like oversize iPod buds, for your computer or for sharing your MP3s with a wider audience. Just try to resist taking a picture of yourself holding these huge things to your ears as you casually bop to your iPod tunes.
$60.00, Fred Flare
Spine Wall ShelfI love the look of this vertical shelf for books and knickknacks. It's way more interesting than a plain horizontal slat. Plus, it nestles perfectly into small vestibules and corners. It's about three feet long and eight inches wide.
$79.00, West Elm
Naturalizer Sherene WedgesI'm going on a trip to the tropics in a few weeks, so I bought a pair of these sandals. They're comfortable, with a two-inch wedge heel, and come in 10 different colors, including red and white striped and a black and white floral. They'll look great with sundresses or linen trousers.
$63.00, Zappos
Goldfish BagI like goldfish. Especially in cracker form. So I think this clutch is pretty great. It's made of blue cotton linen with an orange cotton twill lining and orange leather appliqués. The bag is pretty roomy too--it's 14 inches wide.
$75.00, MoMA Store
Antique Pottery Shard NecklaceI like how this pretty necklace from Twist Style in Richmond, Virginia, looks both Victorian and modern. The pendant is made of vintage porcelain pottery, and the strand is hand-knotted cord, which is about 17-inches long, that's strung with blue Italian crystal beads.
$68.00, Etsy
