Design Bitch

When you find a fabulous handbag, you know it immediately. You don’t need a second look, or a second opinion – you know a great thing when you see it. Love at first sight, and you’ve got to have it. Well, I’ve fallen in love with three gorgeous bags and I can’t decide which I love best! All have really great qualities and exquisite soft leather, so it’s making my decision very difficult. If my wallet would allow (or I didn’t need to eat for a while), I’d have all three.

Which one would you choose, if you could pick only one?

MARC by Marc Jacobs Grape Juice Leather Handbag

Chloé Marcie Large Leather Bag

Sara Berman Decca Midi Studded Shoulder Bag

Designers like Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs and a Tory Burch went a little dotty this season with fun polka dot prints punctuated on blouses, tops and skirts and I totally love them right now. This playful pattern showed up all over the runways in different sizes and shapes from tiny pinpoint dots to oversized and textured spots. They can surely get you spotted this spring! Here are some of my favorite ways to sport polka dots right now.

Small Polka Dots

Pair a fun top like this neon Nanette Lepore polka dot top with denim high waisted shorts for a modern retro flair.

Abstract Polka Dots

A dress with a polka dot print that shifts shapes keeps you from looking like Minnie Mouse. Try this chic shirtdress by Ann Taylor to keep it sophisticated.

Polka Dot Accessories

Wearing accessories is an easy way to work in some of this season’s hottest trends. This polka dot enamel bracelet from Kate Spade is subtle yet makes a bold statement.



Bold graphic prints, warm tones, geometric shapes, global inspiration.

MARC by Marc Jacobs Dashiki Striped Jumpsuit, $368.00 at Neiman Marcus

MARC by Marc Jacobs Dashiki Striped Jumpsuit

Forever21 Tribal Foil Tank, $12.90 at Forever21

Forever21 Tribal Foil Tank

Donald J Pliner Beaded Thong Sandal

Donald J Pliner Beaded Thong Sandal

Marc Jacobs Damask Ruffle Jacket – Olive, $2,200 at Saks.com
I never thought I’d utter the two words ‘military’ and ‘chic’ in the same sentence…….but the military look has evolved and designers have created some fresh military pieces – aviator and army inspired. No camo here, instead we’re seeing stylish, subtle prints, fitted jackets and cool combats. Functionality is foremost with understated, clean looks. The color of choice is army green followed by classic navy. Here are a few of my favorite military pieces.

J Brand “Houlihan” Skinny Cargo Pants, $230.00 at Bloomingdale’s

Juicy Couture Women’s Skylar Twill Military Jacket, $298.00 at Juicy Couture

Christian Louboutin Toggle Ankle Boot, $1,495.00 at Neiman Marcus