Intricate bead and rhinestone necklaces call to mind the dazzling jewelry from Lanvin's spring 2009 collection. Here's a round-up of some of best inspired-by necklaces that I spotted at Forever 21, Arden B. and Banana Republic. Are you a fan of this look?

One of the t-shirts below comes from a designer who has become a favorite among young Hollywood and costs a whopping $88. The other tee shirt doesn't carry a designer label, but the pricetag is sure to make you smile. Can you guess which is which?







Answer after the jump! (or keep scrolling...)

These Libby Edelman "Mayes" gladiator-style sandals feature crisscross woven straps with metallic accents. Regularly priced at $79.99, you can pick them up on sale at FamousFootwear.com for $29.99.


If you can't find your size at Famous Footwear or just want to save a few extra dollars, Payless offers this look-alike—the "Purr" sandal by Montego Bay—for just $19.99, available in either brown or white. These look so comfy and I'm loving the low wedge heel.

Today marks the launch of the Gap CFDA Design Editions khakis collection designed exclusively for Gap by finalists of the 2008 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund—Alexander Wang, Vena Cava and Albertus Swanepoel. The launch coincides with last night's CFDA awards, aka the Oscars of fashion, where Wang won the 2008 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award while Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai (the ladies behind Vena Cava) along with Swanepoel were runners up. The collection, which ranges in price from $39.50 for a khaki fedora to $88 for a printed khaki dress, is available at www.gap.com and select Gap stores nationwide.

My two cents: I love the detailing on the Vena Cava dresses and could use that khaki moto jacket. But Alexander Wang's pleated, high-waist, tapered khaki trousers aren't exactly something my wardrobe needs at the moment. Nor am I clamoring to get my hands on one of five khaki hats. What do YOU think?

See the whole collection after the jump...

Dainty ruffles add a stylish touch to this country-cool Geren Ford Gather Ruffle Neck Top, which sells for $258 at Shopbop.com.


If you're merely looking for any ol' sleeveless plaid top with ruffles (ya know, nothing too specific), then Forever 21 might fit the bill. This Marisol Woven Top features a smocked yoke with ruffled trim and retails for just $14.80.