Take it Easy

There is something so easy about VPL's pre-fall 2010 collection, as if Victoria Barlett just happened to design the line in her sleep and have it somehow come out amazing. Her pairing of loose shapes with more loose shapes seems like it would be unflattering, but it's not. The contrasts of sheer silky fabrics with nylon and spandex could come off tasteless, but they don't. And the strangely and strategically cut clothing reveals parts of the body in a way that sounds awkward, but looks sexy. Everything about the collection seems a little off which is exactly why I like it so much. It's edgy and has hints of athleticism, but still manages to look soft and feminine.

The British designer opened her first NYC store last month. I, for one, cannot wait to make a trip there and try some things on.

xoxo Lesley

Chick, c'est chic.

Outside of her native France, Clémence Poésy is probably best recognized for her role as Fleur Delacour in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, as Chloë in In Bruges, or most recently, as Eva in the Gossip Girl television series. A child star of French theatre and fashion model (she's a face of the Chloé fragrance), she's made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, not only as a talented model and spokesperson, but as a quirky and lovable personality and effortlessly Parisian-chic style icon.

She's definitely in my top ten best dressed female celebrities. I love the way she combines menswear with feminine pieces, and balances trendy items with vintage ones. Her elegant but paired down style makes it look like she got dressed without trying. And she's definitely a gal that follows Coco Chanel's cardinal fashion rule to a T: before leaving the house, remove one item from your outfit.

xoxo Lesley