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Summer Hats

Look stylish while getting some protection from the sun with this Uptown Fedora from Banana Republic that's on sale for just $29.99. I like that it's straw so you can still keep cool and the color brown is a little different for this time of year.

Here are more summer hat picks:

Asymmetrical Straw Cloche ($34 at Urban Outfitters)

Straw Bow Cloche ($40 at Urban Outfitters)

Bow Cloche (On sale for $14.99 at Urban Outfitters)

Spillane Straw Fedora ($28 at Urban Outfitters)

Albertus Swanepoel pleated khaki hat (On sale for $34.99 at the Gap)

Statement Necklaces

I'm a big fan of bold, statement necklaces and this Gemma Redux necklace worn by Jessica Alba gives a fresh touch to her simple outfit. Check out more statement necklaces just like Jessica's in the slideshow at Stylehive.

Easy Summer Metallics

Metallics are a perfect choice for casual summer wear and it doesn't have to be for a night out on the town. I love this J.Crew metallic pleated cotton strati tank ($110) that's paired effortlessly with a pair of jean shorts. And it doesn't have to be sequins or silk to give it shine. Find fabrics that have a slight sheen to them like the rayon blend Banana Republic Sculptural top below.

Here are more metallic tones for summer:

Burnished Linen Bermuda (On sale $29.99 at J.Crew)

Sculptural Top ($59.50 at Banana Republic)

Silk Ruffle Top ($79.50 at Banana Republic)

Carina Metallic T-strap Flats (On sale for $68.00 at J.Crew)

Metallic Tonal Capri Sandals (On sale for $39.99 at J.Crew)

Happy 4th Blogaversary Coquette

Today is Coquette's 4 year Blogaversary! I still can't believe how time is flying by. Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for being such loyal readers. Pictured above are cupcakes from my favorite place in SF, Miette.

Stay tuned! Something new is coming on the horizon.

xoxo,
Natalie

(Photo by Frankeny Images)

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

Here's this week's Web Snob with the latest in fashion, beauty, celeb, and lifestyle:

• Bag Snob- Alexander McQueen Glove clutch is bizarrely cool.
• Stylehive is still not over Blake Lively's bright CFDA awards dress, and has found a few that might just do the trick.
• Shopping and Info found the pink floral skirt worn by Vanessa Hudgens.
• All Lacquered Up gives you a look at the MAC Nail Trend FW09 collection before its August launch.
• Stiletto Jungle plans out an inexpensive at home facial.
• Allie is Wired fashion face-off: Carrie Underwood vs. Whitney Port.
• Bag Bliss Find: Summer clutches for under $90!
• Beauty Snob loves Motives Liquid to Powder foundation for flawless skin!
• Daily Obsession has the first look at Posh and Beck's steamy new campaign for Emporio Armani.
• Fashion Pulse Daily can't get enough of Phillip Lim's eco-conscious collection, Go Green Go
• Looking for a personalized mom necklace? I'm Not Obsessed shows you a celebrity favorite.
• Second City Style discusses what's hot in accessories right now with eBay Style Director, Constance White.
• The Beauty Stop explains how to get fast and easy hairstyles for summer.
• The Jet Set Girls found three great Fouth of July outfits for under $160!
• The Shoe Goddess revisits the 80s with these fabulous Jimmy Choo studded leather boots!
• eye4style reports on the new line from Beyoncé and Tina Knowles - is Sasha Fierce on your shopping list for fall?

Shop Sigerson Morrison Shoes Online

One of my favorite shoe brands Siegerson Morrison just opened up their online shop which also sells their belle line. Their strappy heels are my favorite because they are so well made. I have a pair of metallic silver ones that are still going strong after 5 years. I haven't even had to get the soles and heel fixed. I might have to add these light gold strappy heels to my collection now that they are on sale for $357 (regular $595).

Here are more of my picks (some of the summer shoes are on sale!):

Dorsay Ankle Wrap Peep-Toe in Raspberry (On sale for $327)

Gladiator Wedge ($450)

Skinny T-Strap Thong with Ikat Weaving (On sale for $346.50)

Belle - Rock N' Roll Peep-Toe Sandal Bootie ($290)

And take a peek into the pre-fall 2009 collection!

Tiny Bubbles

I just spotted this cool looking Bubble Necklace ($115 at MoMAstore) at Stylehive. Made by designers Marina and Susanna Sent, who belong to a family which has worked for generations in Murano, the ancient center for the production of Venetian glass in Italy. I just love the idea of wearing tiny bubbles around your neck!

Prints and Patterns

Prints are in and if you want to go for designs that go beyond stripes or animal spots, get a beautiful dose of graphic play this season with tribal patterns or Ikat prints. The tribal look always feels like summer and I love the zigzag print on this Banana Republic Silk Zigzag shift dress ($98).

Here are more dresses with prints:

Silk Printed Ruched Dress ($98 at Banana Republic)

Gap Vena Cava Khaki Zip Dress ($88 at Gap)

Urban Renewal Gauze Strappy Dress ($48 at Urban Outfitters)

Urban Renewal Smocked Gauze Tube Dress ($58 at Urban Outfitters)

Ikat Halter Dress ($225 at J.Crew)

H81 Mixed Ikat Sundress ($24.90 at Forever 21)

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

Here's this week's Web Snob with the latest in fashion, beauty, celeb, and lifestyle:

• The Daily Obsession brings you the chicest finds under $50.
• Bag Snob exclusive: Speedy Sequin from Louis Vuitton, Snob or Slob?
• Going away for the weekend? Find out what to pack at StyleBakery.com
• Stylehive has rounded up our favorite bright and colorful pairs of sunglasses, perfect for the brighter days ahead.
• Shopping and Info loves the Chanel nautical stripe worn by Claudia Schiffer and Sienna Miller.
• Check out Second City Style's recent 'He Said/She Said' about the recent ripped denim trend.
• Beauty Snob falls for Bobbi Brown Fall Nudes collection!
• Stiletto Jungle found cream eyeshadow the really doesn't crease.
• All About the Pretty gives us what's in her Beach Bag this week.
• Enter All Lacquered Up's giveaway and you could win bottles of Chanel Cosmic Violine and Mica Rose nail polish.
• Allie is Wired has crazy celebrity teeth transformations.
• Bag Bliss suggests a money-saving idea: How to Host Your Own Clothes Swap Party
• Fashion Pulse Daily picks its canvas favorites for June, ranging from hats to bags and shoes!
• The Beauty Stop reports on the to-be-released Twilight Beauty Makeup from the makers of DuWop.
• The Fashion Bomb compiles a fashion tribute to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
• The Jet Set Girls visit the Barbie Suite at the Palms Las Vegas.
• The Shoe Goddess is completely enamored with these super hot Giuseppe Zanotti platform boots!
• TheMakeupGirl visits the >Ritz Carlton Spa in Marina Del Rey and has the best massage ever.
• V-Style discovers an unexpected skin care product in extra virgin olive oil.
• eye4style gets glossy at Dashing Diva..

Rollasole: Vending Machine Flats to Save Stiletto-wearing Feet

On NBC Nightly News last night, I caught a story about 27 year old UK entrepreneur, Matt Horan who started a company based off an ingenious idea. Rollasole is an emergency ballet flat sold in vending machine at UK clubs. For about 5 pounds (around 8 bucks), you can relieve your dancing or partying feet with these comfy and cute ballet flats that roll open and come complete with a little carry pouch (for you to tote around and use later!). Within 6 months of starting his business, Horan has sold thousands of Rollasoles and has expanded to the wedding/special occasions market. The next expansion? Over the pond, of course. Rollasole is coming soon to the U.S. to bring relief to our stiletto-wearing partying feet.

NBC hasn't posted this video segment on their site (and not sure if they will), but I've contacted them and will update this post if it happens.


More on Rollasole at the London Evening Standard and Perez Hilton.
You can follow @Rollasole on Twitter too.

Coquette Giveaway: Win a Pair of Current/Elliott Jeans from chickdowntown.com

I'm super excited to announce the Coquette & chickdowntown.com Giveaway today! One lucky Coquette reader is going to win a pair of current elliott jeans (your choice)! If you don't know Current/Elliott -- you should! this hip denim line was started by two LA stylists-turned-designers, Emily Current and Merritt Elliott, almost a year ago in July 2008. They self-advertised their new wares at photo shoots and soon, everyone wanted a pair of the looser, cooler jeans. Vogue's July issue calls Current/Elliott "the most refreshing denim line to come out of LA’s jean scene in a long, long time."

I absolutely love these current elliott boyfriend jeans (see previous Coquette post) which you could pair this summer with Nation LTD tees featured in great colors.

Enter the Coquette & chickdowntown.com Giveaway!
Just leave a comment to this post telling me why you like Current/Elliott and what you would wear with your new pair of jeans. Please make sure your email address is in the form field (won't be published). All entries must be received by Noon PST on Friday, July 3rd.

And for the latest chickdowntown.com news + cool fashion giveaways, follow @chickdowntown.com on Twitter and become a fan of chickdowntown.com on Facebook.

Update 7/3: Thanks everyone for entering! This giveaway is now closed. The winner will be announced next week!

Belts Under $50

A cinched waist is the look this summer and you can also add a splash of color at the same time with this Another Line Covered Buckle Snake Texture Belt ($38 at Nordstroms). This would look perfect over a simple dress, long tunic top over jeans, and more! Belts are a great way to update your wardrobe to get more bang for your buck! For more belts under $50 take a visit to Stylehive.