Last spring's Alexander McQueen collection included this resplendent chiffon dress featuring a rainbow-colored feather print...


...which is the first thing I thought of when I saw this Feather Print Chiffon Maxi Dress, currently for sale at Forever21.com for $27.80. It's not a copy by any means, but the colors and sweeping floor length skirt conjure up a similar mood. It's also part of the new Love 21 line (misses sizing and more modest cuts), which I have yet to see in person. Unfortunately none of the stores I've been to so far have it in stock so I guess I'll have to order online. Has anyone else tried Love 21 yet?

I finally checked out what was left of the Matthew Williamson for H&M collection at the store on Fifth Avenue at 42nd St in NYC, and in all fairness, there wasn't very much to review. But I think I got an adequate taste of the collection's summery, world-traveler, exotic get-a-way vibe, as well as a sense of the quality (on par with the rest of H&M's "nicer" things) and the prices (steep). The only thing I really wanted was a wildly colored bag but I couldn't fathom spending $95 odd dollars on a canvas duffle from H&M, Matthew Williamson or not. Did anyone scoop up some goodies from this collection? What did you think of it?

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Pucci-esque chiffon kaftan. Love the print. No place to wear it.

detail of the kaftan

Ok, I'll admit I felt kinda glamorous when I tried it on...

These DV by Dolce Vita sandals are currently on sale at Lord & Taylor for just $39.99, and you can get an additional 20% if you have a coupon (got mine in the mail but you can ask at the register). I bought the black patent ones and my sister bought them in dark brown with bronze stud embellishments in store (NOT online). Use code TAKE at checkout if you order online, though most sizes are sold out (some exclusions; ends 6/8). Happy shopping!

Adorn yourself with this glistening Ben Amun gold necklace with discs that resemble the rich remnants of some ancient civilization. It's $198 at Singer22.com


Less expensive alternatives to the disc necklace trend are everywhere for those of you who don't want to spend a small fortune. Forever 21's "Moroccan Metal Necklace," for instance, captures a similar feel for just $6.80.

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