While we're not label conscious (honestly, we're not!), we tend to think we have a knack for identifying designer handbags—tags unseen. If you call yourself a fashionista, then you probably take a certain amount of pride in your uncanny ability to identify designer duds (and knock-offs), too.

What follows are seven designer handbags, each showcasing a classic monogram, logo or print that makes these pieces of arm candy instantly recognizable and highly coveted. Test your logo I.Q. and see if you can name the designer...Answers are below (no peeking!!):

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Answers: 1. Fendi 2. Louis Vuitton 3. Dior 4. Gucci 5. Prada 6. Burberry 7. Chanel

Created back in the 1960s, Havaianas flip-flops have made their way in recent years from small towns in South America, to runways and famous feet around the globe, gaining an almost cult-like following and the title "best rubber flip flops in the world."





Havaianas Top Yellow, $11.99; Slim Season Tomato, $19.99; Swarovski© Star Flower, $99. Available at Shopflipflops.com.

According to the company, Havaianas are made from a top secret rubber recipe that makes them soft as marshmallows, light and durable. We can't verify whether this is true or not because we won't pay more than $10 for flip-flops (we never said we weren't cheap!). Havaianas cost between $14.95 at $22.95 at a retailer like Nordstrom. Sure, that's not ridiculously expensive, but flip-flops are 2 for $10 at Forever21.com.

We will say this: We love the Havaianas official website with its kaleidoscope of colors and chill Latin beats. Who wouldn't want a piece of the Brazilian beach lovin' lifestyle they're selling? And if nothing else, they sure beat Crocs.

What do you think? Are Havaianas truly the best rubber flip-flops money can buy? Or are they just overpriced, overhyped pieces of plastic?

New trends are born every minute (or so it seems), and the latest trend to crop up is something dubbed "Foho" by the UK's Daily Telegraph.

Whether or not they were the first to actually coin the term can be debated: According to Urbandictionary.com, Foho was already defined as "faux boho," or bohemian, referring to a boho look comprised of brand-new, storebought clothes. Essentially, Foho refers to today's bohemian fashion trend rather than the lifestyle.

But the Daily Telegraph has appropriated the term Foho to mean "folk-inspired boho with a twist." Still confused? Read on:

"Foho" is about a more understated, eclectic mix, fusing classic Boho elements - Seventies silhouettes, crochet trims and trippy hippie prints - with more subtle folk pieces, such as washed-out denim and traditional embroideries. Crucially, it also throws in something modern like a great big shiny It-bag or über-cool trainers. It's cooler and far more authentic than Boho and owes more to the original folk look of the Seventies."

So there you have it. Whether you define Foho as "faux bohemian," or "edgy folk boho," you'll still end up with pretty much the same look. The bottom line is Foho is a fun look for summer that will most likely carry into fall, so get creative and get your foho on with some of these essentials:

PATCHWORK

Patchwork lends a folk-aesthetic to this Toile Jersey Tunic Top by Jean Paul Gaultier, as do the cuffed long sleeves, floaty fabric and square neckline.


Check out the Heritage 1981 clothing line at Forever21 for tons of foho looks, like this Taylor Top, $18.00 at Forever21.com. Note also the patchwork.

MAXI-DRESSES

A breath of fresh air amidst the mini-dress season, ankle-grazing maxi dresses are a hot summer trend and very Foho. With the right accessories, you can easily take this Patrick Robinson Long Pleated Dress in Ebony from day to night all summer long. On clearance for $31.49, Target.com

CROCHET

Crochet lends a hand-made, natural feel. Definitely Foho. We love this Crochet Floral Dress, $22.80, Forever21.com

EMBROIDERY

Embroidery is another Foho element (ditto on the tunic shape), as see on this Printed Voile Tunic Shirt by Sigrid Olsen, on sale for just $39.99.

PEASANT BLOUSE

The peasant blouse has also been spotted in the Foho trend. Now, we've seen some with some pretty hefty price tags, and if you ask us, a pricey peasant blouse is somewhat of a contradiction (another reason why we're inclined to say Foho is more faux-boho, and not a more authentic incarnation of the Seventies styles). However, this Embroidered Cotton/Silk Blend peasant blouse from Forever21.com is a frugal foho find at just $24.80. We can see Kate Moss pairing it with black leather pants.

Only one designer is instantly recognizable by the red-lacquer soles adorning his shoes: Christian Louboutin.

Oh, how those sizzling red soles makes us weak in the knees...

While we don't condone counterfeits, we had to tell you that the Oh...Deer! shoe brand has cheap, copycat versions of many Louboutin styles—all sporting that coveted, signature red sole. Surprising? No. Morally suspect? Perhaps. But until they start copyrighting what goes on the bottom of our feet, we'll let you be the judge...

Christian Louboutin Bruge Patent Pumps, $685.00 at net-a-porter.com


Oh...Deer! Marilyn Pumps, $68.95 at zappos.com

If imitation Louboutin's don't suit your fancy but you want a piece of the action, consider this news via Counterfeitchic.com:

According to an article in the British magazine Grazia, the Louboutin look has led not only to mere imitation but also to creative inspiration in the form of the "Louboutin manicure." Zoe Pocock, of London's Charles Worthington salon, will paint your fingernails in the color of your choice, with a familiar shade of red on the underside. At £36, it's a far less expensive indulgence than a new pair of Loubies -- or, for the woman who has everything, an opportunity to take matching the shoes with the handbag to a whole new level.

We're big fans of the concept behind Urban Outfitters' Urban Renewal line of fashion: the Philly-based clothing line takes vintage, deadstock and surplus materials—all sourced from rag mills around the world—and turns them into unique, limited edition garments.









A vintage bed sheet gains new life as a tie shoulder bib trapeze dress while a vintage men's polo is resurrected as a sequin trimmed halter. Constructed entirely by hand, no two pieces are ever alike. The reasonably priced Urban Renewal line has been available at Urban Outfitters stores for over 20 years, and now you can find them online at Urbanoutfitters.com, too.

Breathe easy, Mother Nature.