
You are ready for the beach, and you like t-shirts, and we posted the nice Merona swim trunks in the previous post, so here is a t-shirt to go with your trunks. Just kidding! You probably need something that doesn’t match so much. The point is that this is a cool t-shirt and kukuxumusu has many on their web site so do check them out.
PRICE: $32.59 AVAILABLE: http://www.kukuxumusu.com
The Merona brand of Target pulls off some cool stuff more often than not. Now these classic style swim trunks are, well, quite nice. I just like the pattern, so it makes the list. And why not? Can’t be looking crummy on the beach now, could we?
PRICE: $14.99-$16.99 AVAILABLE: http://www.target.com
We love the cut and the lines of this silk dress by Abaete. The puffed sleeves and the pleated front have an airy but chic quality to it. Only sizes 4, 6 and 10 are available now.
PRICE: $209.99 AVAILABLE: http://bluefly.com


If you have a 12 year old and don’t want her to miss the trench coat mania then here is your chance to get on with it. Burberry’s is to trench coats what Porsche is to street legal sports cars; none more recognized or better. The coat in question is a vinyl trench, classically double breasted, with nickel colored buttons and buckles along with the cute tartan belt.
PRICE: $159 AVAILABLE: http://www.burberryusaonline.com

‘Tis the season for scarves (but its always the season for silk scarves). This black gauze silk Gucci scarf can do wonders with its cool, elegant look. We actually like the ensemble just as it is shown in the picture; a pair of jeans, a lightweight top and the scarf to top it off. 100% silk, made in Italy and on sale too: some days you can have it all.
PRICE: $315
AVAILABLE: http://www.bluefly.com

A classic twill jacket for the nippy spring days. I actually like the patterned lining quite a bit, showing a bit or color for spring. The lines are crisp and clean and the twill should be able to handle some abuse; always a consideration when you are talking about toddlers. Available for kids up to 24 months.
PRICE: $39.99
AVAILABLE: http://www.ralphlauren.com

We are into trench coats as is shown here and here. This new item in “our” collection is from Marc Jacobs and is on sale at the Neiman Marcus. What’s to like? The color, the details, the oversized outside pockets, the 3/4 sleeves with cuffs and the buttons. Chic but in a very casual, unpretentious cool sort of way.
And oh by the way, if you think any red sateen trench coat can be cool, just check this out. Yikes!

PRICE: $300
AVAILABLE: http://www.neimanmarcus.com

In spite of the global warming we know that winter will be back. This year, no less. Spring is perhaps the best time to stock up on trend proof winter stuff that will stay with you for a while. Tweed has never really gone out of style (although it has had its dips). With the new Burberry watching it, it might stay a while. This winter tweed coat by Via Spiga will keep you warm in style next winter. I like the belt like effect of the faux leather waistband, the straps at the cuffs and the discreet angled pockets that don’t break the silhouette.
PRICE: $229.99
AVAILABLE: http://bluefly.com
You are looking at the Barbour waxed Peplum jacket. These waxed jackets are not only functional and tough, but they also look good and just like a good pair of jeans, time will make them look even better. Although their classic look has attracted consumers for a long time, Barbour is not exactly known for modern design. That seems now to be changing. Apart from the example above, the Borbour.com web site reveals a nice collection of new wares. Okay, back to the Peplum. Useful info; it has a perfect for-spring medium weight waxed cotton outer and a 100% cotton tartan lining, two inside and two outside pockets along with one cell phone one on the sleeve. And it also has a moleskin inner collar, hems & cuffs trim. If you have never owned a Barbour and you happen to be a female, well, here is one heck of way to begin.
PRICE: $175 AVAILABLE: http://www.lindaclifford.com
Dear God above, look what do we have here. Cashmere robes! Yeesss .. now that is what we mean when we say slip into luxury. These good looking and better feeling cashmere robe are on sale at RH. Now these are women sizes only. Details: 600-gram-weight premium combed 100% cashmere with large outside pockets and a waist tie. Hey, spring is still going around (it snowed in Minneapolis today!) so enjoy the soft warm feeling that only cashmere can deliver.
PRICE: $149.99 AVAILABLE: http://www.restorationhardware.com