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Fall Style Pick: Stuart Weitzman Spats

This is my favorite time of year when the fall collections hit stores and online. I'm always the search for a perfect pair of boots each season and these Stuart Weitzman Spats ($695 at stuartweitzman.com) are the best. They work perfectly for a dressed up look and can even help snazzy up a casual denim outfit. The pull-on suede boots go up to the knee and the button "spats" and fold-over detail are the accents that make these boots a must-have. Choose from Black or Topo suede.

Coach Legacy Collection Fall 2012 - Preview the Lookbook!

(Lookbook photos courtesy of Coach)

As previously reported on Coquette by Leigh back in March (post here), Coach is coming out with the new Coach Legacy Collection for Fall 2012. The bags, accessories, and shoes pay homage to their classic designs with some modern updates. I can't resist the candy colors, I've had my eye on the blue legacy duffle ($348) one since Leigh posted the photos last March but now that I've seen the color block version below, I'm sold on the blue, red, and tan duffle.

legacy color block leather candace medium carryall ($458) + legacy color block leather medium duffle ($398)

(Photo: fabsugar)

The bags have already been spotted by celebs like Kristen Bell and Rachel Bilson. The relaxed and stylish duffle bags are perfect for both work and play. The line of bags, shoes, and accessories will be available in select Coach boutiques and you can shop by color on Coach.com.

See more bags, shoes, and accessories from the new Fall 2012 Coach Legacy Collection after the jump!

Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama Collection - Seeing Dots!

Louis Vuitton has collaborated with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama with a new collection that will launch at Louis Vuitton boutiques starting tomorrow, July 10th in NYC at the Fifth Avenue Maison and Soho Kusama concept store. The collection will then be available nationwide in select Louis Vuitton locations on July 19th.

Marc Jacobs has been a fan of the artist's sculptures and paintings when he encountered her work in Tokyo back in 2006. In this fun collection, Kusama's organic repetitive polka dot patterns cover everything from ready-to-wear to bags, accessories, and shoes. For the artist, who sees her life as "a dot lost among millions of other dots", this collaboration will allow her to spread her polka dots infinitely across the world and convey her message: "Love Forever".

You also won't want to miss all the beautiful Louis Vuitton windows worldwide which will be decorated with Kusama's emblematic motifs. If you are in NY, the Yayoi Kusama exhibit will be at the Whitney Museum. I can't wait to see the displays at Champs-Élysées LV in Paris!

Visit the Louis Vuitton Yayoi Kusama site for more info.

I love the Pochette Accessoires Monogram Vernis Dots Infinity in Black. So adorable.

For a preview of more accessories and shoes from the Louis Vuitton Kusama collaboration, just click the link below for more goodies after the jump!

Converse + Marimekko = Stylish Sneaks

I've been a long time fan of Marimekko fabrics. For all of you who love the brand's Scandinavian style, Converse has collaborated again with Marimekko for it's fifth collection this July, featuring some of their classic colorful patterns from the 1960's. Pick the classic hightop style such as the Chuck Taylor Marimekko (top, $90 at Converse) that come with a contrasting interior print you can flip over to reveal. I also love the classic Jack Purcell sneaker reinterpreted in a new silhouette inspired by Jack's wife Helen. These Jack Purcell Helen Marimekko sneaks (on sale for $59.99 at Converse) are perfect for sunny days.

Get a matching cinch bag with each US purchase on Converse.com. To see all the Converse ♥ Marimekko sneakers, go to Converse.com and search "marimekko" in the top left search bar.

Here are more of my favorites:

Jack Purcell Helen Marimekko (on sale for $59.99, was $90)

Chuck Taylor Marimekko ($90)

Chuck Taylor Marimekko (on sale for #39.99, was $90)

Chuck Taylor Marimekko (on sale for $39,99, was $90)

CitySlips Foldable Ballet Flats - Get 20% Off these Little Feet Savers

A few years ago during NY fashion week, Leigh and I were huddled on a Soho bench after the Vivienne Tam party, talking off our heels and resting our feet. We really weren't sure how we would put our heels back on to walk the five minute distance back to my hotel. At this point, the walk felt like it would take hours. She had about a million bandages on her feet so I dubbed them "mummy feet" and we laughed at the pain we go through for fashion.

Today with CitySlips, I know it would all be different. CitySlips foldable ballet flats that are so compact they can fit inside your handbag. The fold up nicely in their small square travel bag. Once you've partied on through the night and need to give your feet a rest, simply take out the flats to unfold and wear. The small square travel bag transforms into a larger tote bag where you can then also carry around your heels. Genius right?

I got a pair of the Black Snakeskin to try out and am impressed with the fit and quality. I've used these even to have in my bag as I am breaking in a pair of sandals now. Keep in mind these are only temporary shoes to let you finish off the day or evening so you don't end up with mummy feet. Since these flats have to be compact and fold up, the soles aren't really made for everyday wear (although they are totally cute enough to be). Just use these as your emergency feet savers. They come in a variety of colors in snakeskin or matte as well as a leopard print. At just $24.95 these foldable flats are perfect to get for yourself and as gifts for friends.

Coquette readers can also get 20% off CitySlips by entering the code coquette at checkout. Shop CitySlips now!

Note: Review product provided by CitySlips.

Shopbop's Summer Shop

If the warm weather has you thinking about a little summer refresh for your closet, look no further than Shopbop's new Summer Shop. Stock up on the latest dresses, rompers, swim wear, sandals, and more.

Here are my favorites:

Shoshanna Elizabeth Floral Printed Romper ($330)

Rory Beca Kees Wrap Drawstring Romper ($229)

Jimmy Choo's New San Francisco Boutique

(Photo: Drew Altizer)

Jimmy Choo
166 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA
(415) 391-3300

Last Friday, I had the honor of being invited to a special press opening of the new stand-alone Jimmy Choo boutique in Union Square, San Francisco. Waiters with mimosas and tea sandwiches greeted press and bloggers as we walked in the door, but I couldn't keep my eyes off all the sparkles in the room from the Jimmy Choo shoes, bags, sunglasses, and more that filled the boudoir inspired interior. Let's just say Carrie Bradshaw would have cried in joy to see walls and walls of shoes line the entire boutique.

Right when I walked in I ran into fellow Glam blogger, Kristen of Stylenik. It was so nice to be able to drool over all the goodies with a friend I hadn't seen for a long time.

(Photo: Drew Altizer)

For those SF gals who live in flats, don't worry there are plenty of sparkly and colorful flats available. I fell in love with the low-heeled peep toe wedges (pictured right) that are just perfect to look fashionable in, while still braving some of those big SF hills. I of course, need them in patent nude, thank you very much.

The boutique has everything you need from Jimmy Choo and even has special items unique to San Francisco, especially for us fashion tech lovers. The limited edition glitter iPad case ($495) is available now and features a glitter pattern from the upcoming fall 2012 collection.

Check out more of my photos from the event after the jump!

White Shoes + Sandals

It's no surprise with all the color happening in fashion white shoes are making a comeback of sorts too. I honestly haven't thought about white shoes in ages. Just like nude or black, white shoes are a nice clean neutral compliment but feel light and perfect for spring/summer. I love it when it's paired with natural elements like a wood heel or cork. I love the Tory Burch Regan High Heel Pump ($295) perfect for outdoor summer events and the Tory Burch Emma Demi Wedge ($265) that works for a casual day out on the town. Wear these shoes with your colorful prints or bold color-blocking!

Here are more of my picks for white shoes and sandals:

Tory Burch Regan Mid Wedge Sandal ($275 at Tory Burch)

Ancient Greek Sandals Clio Flat Slide Sandals ($195 at Shopbop)

Badgley Mischka Wanda Open Shank Pumps ($215 at Shopbop)

Madewell Huarache Wedge Sandals ($135 at Shopbop)

Michael Kors MK Flex Mid Pump ($79.99 at Piperlime)

Banana Republic Selena Embellished T Strap Sandal (On sale for $69 at Banana Republic)

Related Coquette Post:
The Best White Blazers Under $100

Rose Gold Love

With the sun finally setting it's sights on the Bay Area, I'm more than ready to throw on some sandals and pop on some pretty rose gold jewelry. I love these Boutique 9 Piraya T Strap Flat Sandals and the ($78 at Shopbop) Jules Smith Americana Classic Bangle ($75 at Shopbop). Both of these can give a simple outfit the right amount of shine for spring.

Here are more rose gold picks from Shopbop:

Elizabeth and James Paige Flat Metallic Sandals ($198)

Jules Smith Cairo Pyramid Stud Earrings ($55)

Jules Smith Talon Ring ($85)

Nicholas Roxanne Thin Rose Gold Plate Belt ($120)

Marc by Marc Jacobs Large Blade Chrono Watch ($275)

Pamela Love Sun Cuff ($391)

Candy Colored Ballet Flats

I wore my purple Tory Burch Elena flats on Sunday to a birthday party and it was the first time I've worn them since last summer. It felt great to have that pop of color to my neutral toned outfit so now I'm antsy to get a pair of ballet flats in yellow, red, pink, blue, or...you get the picture. JCrew must have read my mind because they now have so many gorgeous candy colored ballet flats to choose from. Take a visit to the JCrew Ballet Boutique and find the right pair for you this spring/summer.

These Classic Leather Ballet Flats ($125) in golden sunflower will definitely brighten up any wardrobe. You can also get these in a fabulous metallic gold as well as all the candy colors above.

I also like these Cece Leather Ballet Flats ($138) in Casablanca Blue.

These open weave Quorra Ballet Flats ($158) in modern red is a nice coral color to give spring dresses a cute touch. I love the bow detail at the back of the flat.