Although it’s been awhile since I did a “Me Wants It” post, I’ve been doing plenty of window shopping in my spare time. My “one day I will own this” list is growing by leaps and bounds.  Unfortunately, some of these pieces will likely be mine only in my dreams.  Others, however, are sure to be additions to my closet and/or jewelry collection!

Alexander Wang Mesh Sweater

Let’s start with this mesh sweater by Alexander Wang.  I am loving the scoop neck on this in addition to the sheer design.

Mesh Sweater by Alexander Wang ($395 at farfetch)

Foley + Corinna Sheer T-Shirt with Antique Ivory Lace

Next up is this gorgeous t-shirt by Foley + Corinna.  There have been quite a few gorgeous F + C pieces featured in the blogosphere lately, including this stunner on grit & glamour and this one and this one on full time fabulous.  I adore them all, but find myself drawn to this sheer t-shirt lately.  Beautiful, no?

Sheer Black T-Shirt by Foley + Corinna ($295 at Foley + Corinna)

3.1 Phillip Lim Roped Maxi Dress

I am in love with the rope detailing around the waist of this dress.  It makes me think of warm summer nights in Santorini.  Just amazing.

Roped Maxi Dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim ($750 at farfetch)

Now, on to some accessories…

Kristen Bag by Alexander Wang

I love the supple leather and edgy look of Alexander Wang’s bags, so it’s no surprise that this one made it onto my list.

Kristen Bag by Alexander Wang ($825 at farfetch)

Stud Chain Cross Body Bag by ROMYGOLD

Check out this amazing cross body bag by ROMYGOLD.   This is quickly becoming one of my favorite handbag lines.  I love the way they incorporated both round and square studs into this design.  It looks luxe, edgy and classic all at the same time!

Stud Chain Cross Body Bag by ROMYGOLD ($295 at ROMYGOLD)

Dash Covered Platform Pump by Sole Society

Sometimes it seems like hunting for the perfect nude pump is akin to hunting for the Holy Grail.  I finally found my perfect nude sandals but the perfect pumps have eluded me.  Until now.  These Dash pumps are available through Sole Society, a shoe club that was recently launched by popular  flash sale site Hautelook.  I’ve already purchased a couple few pairs of shoes via Sole Society and am planning to add these to my collection as well.   Tell me these don’t remind you of the YSL Tribtoo leather pumps. Great alternative, no?

Dash Nude Covered Platform Pumps $49.95 via Sole Society. (Click on the image if you need an invite)

Note: Sole Society shoes are branded Marco Santi, which is a Vince Camuto company, and many styles appear to be rebranded BCBG or Jessica Simpson shoes. You can’t beat that for the price!

Lanvin Wedge Heels

At first glance you may think it’s a heel, but guess what? It’s a wedge!  These are definitely in the “will only own them in my dreams” category, but I had to share them with you.  I am obsessed with these.

Lanvin Wedge Heel ($1,435 at farfetch)

And of course, some rings… because everyone knows I have a fondness for rings!

KD2024 Onyx Ring

Look at the amazing detail on this ring.  It is designed so that the textured swirls look like the tentacles of an octopus are wrapping the onyx stone in their grasp.  So unique.  Love.

KD2024 Onyx Ring ($471 on farfetch)

Inverted Dome Ring by Bauble Bar

I am drawn to the fact that this is an inverted dome ring.  I tend to gravitate towards silver jewelry (except for my YSL arty rings) and am trying to get away from that a bit (although I just purchased another silver piece I’ll be sharing soon!).  This would be a great piece to add to my gold collection.  I love the idea behind Bauble Bar.  They source their jewelry directly from designers so that their customers don’t have to pay for on-trend pieces at an insane markup.

Inverted Dome Ring by Bauble Bar ($46 on Bauble Bar). Sign up through my invitation by clicking the image and you'll also receive a free welcome gift!

Double Mesh Gauntlet Ring by Made Her Think

I am a huge fan of Made Her think jewelry.  I own a few pieces that I adore, but this ring has captured a special place in my heart.  WANT.  Major WANT.

Double Mesh Gauntlet Ring by made Her Think ($637 at Made Her Think). I love this ring to pieces.

So, what do you think of the pieces above?  Anything capture your attention?

What is currently on your wish list?

Last week marked the beginning of “Designer Sale” season.  Net-a-Porter,  Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, among others, all began the month of December by kicking off their big designer sales.  Many items have already sold out, and sizes are limited in others, but there are still a ton of goodies available.

Although I have added more than a few accessories to my various shopping bags, this post focuses on some of the boots (and other footwear) still available.  Being that I want them ALL, I have some decisions to make!

First, let’s revisit a few pairs that I have already featured in the “Me Wants It” series (or in my boot-related guest post on The Fabulous Life of the Not So Rich Infamous) that are now on sale.

These fold-over boots were one of my favorites this season, and they are still available in all sizes on Saks Fifth Avenue, and limited sizes on shopbop (6.5 and 10.5).  If you wear a 9.5 or 10 you can buy them at net-a-porter for an even better price!

Belle Sigerson Morrison Fold-over leather boots. Original price $450, Now $314.99 (also available in size 9.5 or 10 ONLY at net-a-porter for $270!)

These Lanvin boots are still pricey, but if you can afford them, now is the time to buy them!  They are a great color and will work for the Fall and Winter seasons.

Lanvin Knee-high leather boots. Original price $1,640, Now $1,148

Not everyone can rock thigh-high boots, especially this color and material.  If you can, you can’t beat these Stella McCartney boots for great quality, look and price!

Stella McCartney Thigh-high satin boots. Original price $1,045, Now $522.50

I just recently posted about these Alaïa sandals, and now they are on sale!  Still love them.  Still can’t really afford them.

Alaïa Chain-link leather sandals. Original price $2,680, Now $1,608

Although I haven’t featured this particular pair of YSL Tribute Sandals before, I have featured other styles.  The stud detailing on these gives them a bit of edge while still looking classic.   These would become a staple piece in any wardrobe.

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute studded leather sandals, Original price $1,250, Now $875

I first spotted these OTK boots on one of my favorite fashion bloggers, Tiffany of I am Style-Ish.  If I buy anything from this post, it will probably be either these or the Belle by Sigerson Morrison fold-over boots.

Roberto del Carlo Over-the-Knee Boot, Original price $725.00, Now $439.00 SALE

These Chloe Boots are another great option.  I love the strap and buckle details, and all sizes are still available at Bergdorf Goodman!

Chloe Wrapped Strap Boot, Original price $1,195.00, Now $836.00

What makes these YSL pumps so fun is the design.  They aren’t really a pump, and they aren’t really a wedge.   You’d definitely make a statement wearing these!

Yves Saint Laurent Clunky Suede Pump, Original price $780.00, Now $522.00

I’ve mentioned my love for Brian Atwood before, so it is only fitting I include these cute ankle boots.   All sizes are still available at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Brian Atwood Helix Suede Ankle Boots, Original price $835.00, Now $583.99

Finally, these nude platforms aren’t on sale.  But they are Brian Atwood.  And they are nude.  With black mesh detailing.  What’s not to love about these?!

Brian Atwood Dante leather platform pumps $640

Have you done any shopping at the Designer Sales, either for yourself or gifts?

Or is there something you have your eye on but are waiting to see if the price drops further?

Last minute work deadlines before the Thanksgiving holiday, combined with the holiday itself, leaves little time for blog posts this week.  Here is a quick roundup of topics to ponder  in this week’s Whatever Wednesday.

Tom Ford for…. H&M? Unlikely

I am filing this one under “rumor status” for now, but according to this article in the French Tribune, the next big designer that will follow in Lanvin’s footsteps and create a capsule collection for H&M will be Tom Ford.

In my opinion, it's unlikely we'll be seeing this logo...

Although this possibility is exciting (and, for once, I would be the first in line at H&M!), I am doubtful about the authenticity of this news. According to this December Vogue article, his newest collection will be small and exclusive, and sold only in his sixteen menswear stores, until next season. No mention of an H&M collaboration is made in US Vogue, instead we received news of a Fall makeup line launch.

When describing his new collection, Mr. Ford shares that it was designed with longevity in mind. These designs are meant to become staple pieces in someones wardrobe. In fact, the Vogue piece states:

It’s not for the Gucci girl he left behind. “At this point?” he considers. “She’d be too trendy.”

Given that, I don’t see how a collaboration with H&M would make sense. Regardless of whether the French Tribune article is fact or fiction (I call fiction!), what do you think of the idea of Tom Ford for H&M? Would you buy it?

And how unlikely is a collaboration of this caliber, given that Valentino is doing a limited collection for Gap and Karl Lagerfield is doing the same for Macy’s?

Looking for a new home in Manhattan? How about Coco Rocha’s?

Coco Rocha and her husband are selling their Manhattan digs and moving to Brooklyn. The good news? According to this New York Times article, the price on their Gramercy Park condo dropped. The bad? It’s still just a tad out of my price range at $1.59 million.

In case you missed it, the condo was featured in a Vogue spread last month. A few of my favorite shots are below. Click here to check out the rest.

Image via Vogue.com

Image via NYT (I had to sneak this one in, even though it wasn't in Vogue))

Image via Vogue.com

I wish this was my workspace. Image via Vogue.com

Shop HauteLook on Facebook

Love sample sales? I certainly do. My “Shopping I Love” page is full of Sample Sale sites that I frequent. HauteLook is one of my favorites. Their website is easy enough to use as is, but, as reported by the New York Times, now you can shop select flash sales via Facebook.

The current Flash Sale on HauteLook's Facebook page.

If you are a “fan” of HauteLook’s Facebook page, you will now see upcoming sales promoted in your newsfeed. To start shopping an upcoming sale, you must first sign on or register via a widget within the HauteLook news feed. From there you can browse, add an item to their cart, and check out without ever leaving the Facebook page. Easy.

I wonder if this type of ecommerce via Facebook will become a trend amongst other online retailers. What do you think?

Need something to do this weekend? Go see 127 Hours

This is not fashion-related, but I wanted to share anyway. A friend and I had the opportunity to go to a screening of 127 Hours last night. The film is based on the true story of Aron Ralston, a canyoneer who was forced to amputate his lower right arm free himself after being trapped in canyon by a boulder for 127 hours. The film, starring James Franco and directed by Danny Boyle, is a fascinating look at survival and human courage. I highly recommend it, but be aware that some parts are difficult to watch!

Let me know what you think if you go see it!

Karina Gubanova by Photographer Jesse Untracht-Oakner

This photoshoot is mostly NSFW (click here to view the other images) but I absolutely adore this shot. Especially the accessories Karina Gubanova is wearing – those earrings, that bracelet, that ring – I want them all!

Covetable jewelry... (image via fashionising)

For those of you who celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow – Happy Thanksgiving!  May you always be surrounded by the smiles of friends, the love of family, and the happiness and joy that shopping brings

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It’s been 12 days now that we haven’t had heat in the house.  Our furnace is under warranty (which apparently means slow service), and we are waiting on one part to be delivered before they can fix it.  They swear it will be here by Thursday at the latest, but we’ll see.  It’s being delivered to Cleveland from Texas.  Via turtle express, apparently.  Anyway – the no heat situation isn’t helping me get over my cold at all, so I am still a bit slow in the posting department.

I spent some time this morning doing some window shopping, which always warms the soul!  Keep reading to learn more about the pieces that stood out.

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I don’t own any velvet clothing.  I know it’s becoming more popular again, especially around the holidays, but I haven’t seen much in the way of velvet that has captivated me.  This Azzaro mini-dress could potentially change that.  The front is rather tame – but the back!  Wow.

Azzaro V-back velvet minidress @net-a-porter

My go-to leather jacket is a black Michael Kors that I’ve owned for a few years now.  It’s simple, the leather is amazingly soft, and I absolutely adore it.  The quilting on this jacket by Maje caught has caught my eye though.  I love the texture it creates.

Maje Leather Jacket @net-a-porter

I love dresses that have a greco-roman feel to them, and this pleated one-shoulder mini by Behnaz Sarafpour is just that.  The gold color is festive, but not overwhelming (I just can’t do the gold lame look!).  I’d love to wear this to a holiday party! Or a hot date (one of which I hope to have soon!)

Behnaz Sarafpur minidress @Saks Fifth Avenue

I can’t remember if I’ve mentioned this before, but I have been coveting a sequin sweater or cardigan for what seems like ages now.   Ann Taylor LOFT had an adorable cardi last year that I missed out on, and ever since then I have been lamenting that fact.  This DKNY sweater is even cuter and can be dressed up or down.

DKNY Dolman Sleeve Sweater @shopbop

Now, on to my favorite part – the accessories!

I always, always love Lanvin jewelry.  This diamanté and glass-embellished brass ring is just lovely.  The stone is in one of my favorite colors, and it makes quite a statement.

Lanvin ring @net-a-porter

In the past few months I have developed a fondness for watches in rosegold, but usually the ones I love are out of my price range.   This rose gold-plated stainless steel watch by Michael Kors is affordable and, although only plated, fits the bill nicely!

Michael Kors Watch @net-a-porter

I love the contrast of the suede and black cutouts in this Dior bootie.  Perfect.

Dior Eclipse Peep-Toe Boots @Saks Fifth Avenue

This Hayward pump by Dolce Vita has an interesting half wedge/half heel thing going on.  I like.  A lot.

Hayword Pumps by Dolce Vita @Solestruck

Finally, these Alexander McQueen engraved boots truthfully aren’t my cup of tea, but wow – look at that detail!  i would love to wear them just once.

Alexander McQueen floral engraved leather boots @net-a-porter

Have you done any shopping lately? What has caught your eye?

Photographer: Cedric Buchet