VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT EDITS 2014

Whether you're making your wish list (these gorgeous shoes), picking up a little something for a friend (this happy heart-shaped buckle) or planning your date night outfit (with this sexy combo underneath), I've got a few ideas for you!

1| von follies by dita von teese "man catcher" sheer lace bra and matching thong panty via stylebop 2| charlotte olympia "kiss me lips" embroidered pouch via neiman marcus 3| "chained hearts" sunglasses via nasty gal 4| jennifer meyer gold "je t'aime" pendant necklace via barneys new york 5| charlotte olympia "love me" heart applique suede pumps via net-a-porter 6| gold tone heart belt buckle via c. wonder 7| charlotte olympia "for keeps" acrylic clutch bag via neiman marcus

Need a little more Valentine's Day inspiration? Try one of these:

* Charlotte Olympia made this list more than once... just perfect for times like these!

SPLURGE VS STEAL: WEIGHTLESS VOLUME

In my life-long quest for lush, voluminous hair, I've tried pretty much anything I could get my hands on. Finally I've found a few products that actually make a difference. Both of these products add light volume without the dull, dry finish of products past. The spray-on "lotion" from John Frieda is easy to apply and despite the drugstore price, it lends the same great volume as some of the pricier sprays I've tried! Lift Vertige, from Kerastase's new styling line has given me the best results yet. The gel formula is light and not at all "tacky". The UV filter and heat-protective benefits are an added bonus, especially for my highlighted hair!

Now tell me... what's your secret?

TRY THE TREND: THE NEW TARTAN

What's (really) old is new again... plaid is back for Fall 2013. Brands like McQ Alexander McQueen and Preen are even taking it up a notch by combining it with ever-popular animal prints. Dabble just a little with these Alice + Olivia tartan pumps or go all-out in a coat by Stella McCartney!

Try the trend with one of these tartan styles...
1 vivienne Westwood dual tartan corset/bustier, moda operandi | 2 lauren ralph lauren military tech gloves (in black or red tartan),bloomingdales | 3 grey/beige cowl-neck sweater, dorothy perkins | 4 alice + olivia tartan pumps, shopbop | 5 grevi tweed and tartan wool-blend hat, luisa via roma | 6 stella mccartney tartan fold-over falabella bag, saks fifth avenue | 7 vivienne westwood "porta" ipad case,farfetch | 8 moschino drip effect tartan blazer/jacket, moda operandi

More of my tartan edits:

Happy Fall!

STYLE AT ANY PRICE: GREEN DIAL WATCHES

I fell for this vintage Rolex watch a while back.  I love the cool malachite dial... so unusual!  No longer available (and ever-so-slightly out of my price range), I've searched high and low for a pretty substitution.  Thanks to Michael Kors, I've finally found one.  The Michael Kors "Felicity" watch has that gorgeous green dial with a few sparkling crystals to boot!  So happy... 

NICE ASP: SNAKE-INSPIRED DESIGNS

Beyond the snakeskin trend...  I'm wild about these unique designs that incorporate slithery serpents ​in a whole new way!

1| Chinese Zodiac snake cards and birth announcements from Paper Culture. 2| ​Emitations silver snake bracelet. 3| Snake hoop earrings from Dorothy Perkins. 4| Contemporary vignette featuring snake-printed canvas from Surface View. 5| Melinda Maria turquoise snake ring from Max & Chloe. 6| Rika's dark and decadent snake-print skirt at Matches Fashion. 7| Judith Jack Snake Charmer bangle bracelet from Zappos. 8| Lanvin serpent-print silk dress at the Outnet. 9| Free People'svintage mesh snake belt. 10| Emilio Pucci snake wrap bracelet from My Theresa.

More of my snake-inspired faves: