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
Silver Slippers Colorblock DressThis is one of those types of totally cute outfits that you know Ugly Betty's coworkers would inexplicably make snide comments about if she wore it. The colorful tiers at the bottom of this cotton dress have a fun, Mexican-inspired look. The flattering empire waist is highlighted with a pretty embroidered ribbon belt that ties at the back.
$88.00, Urban Outfitters
Vinney PumpsKnow who would love these shoes? Snow White. (Or wait...was she barefoot? I can't remember. She was always kind of lazing around the dwarf house while they were off in the mines, wasn't she?) Anyway, whether or not you lay claim to the title "fairest of them all," these patent peep-toe pumps with bows are sure to get you noticed.
$79.00, Naturalizer
Geode Slice NecklaceThis necklace, designed by Peggy Li, is so beautiful. It's made of a milky slice of agate geode from Brazil, with crystals lining the center. The agate pendant is about 1.5 inches long. It comes with either a gold-fill or a sterling silver chain, in lengths of 16, 18, and 20 inches.
$59.00, Peggy Li Creations
