We scoured the Internet for the wardrobe candy that you cannot live without - this afternoon and for the rest of your lives. Ten for the ladies, and ten for the gents. Ready, steady, SHOP.
1. Malcolm Harris' One Dress: cool, classic, and fostering a community of fellow fashionistas. Last Friday we featured convertible dresses on the Fashion File, and Malcolm's is no exception. Wear it a million ways. $175 for matte jersey. $375 for silk jersey. [One Dress Store]
2. Michael Spirito's Diamond Rib Cage Necklace was a star in yesterday's Fashion Files and for good reason. This is a serious investment that will always look fresh. $4,653. [Max & Chloe]
3. The J.Crew Disco Tartan Top had us at "disco tartan." Sherbet-colored paillettes provide a perfect transition from cold weather to warm, not that it's going to be warm any time soon. $650. [J.Crew]
4. In God We Trust's Horse Bit Socks look a little bit country and a little bit Gucci. Let the bit peek out from over your Hunter boots. Casual chic with the necessary bling. On sale for $19.99 from $28. [Need Supply via Sambuca Baby]
5. Michael Kors's Lace-Up Bootie is like Out of Africa meets Cafe Gitane, and you can wear it now with thick wool tights and a swingy skirt. Originally over $1k, it is now on SALE for $564. [Boutiques.com]
6. The McQ Drain Pipe Red Jean is featured in last Friday's Fashion Files and is deeeeeeply discounted on the Outnet. Final price: $124. [Outnet via Fashion Files]
7. Kiel James Patrick's Grace Kelly headband is the cutest, preppiest piece of headgear that we've seen since we last hit the beach on Labor Day weekend. Thank you, Kiel, for this little bit of summer, priced moderately at $30. [KJP]
8. Vanessa Bruno Athe Leather Shorts make wearing shorts in wintertime seem like a totally logic proposition. We'd pair them with gray knit tights and that J.Crew top above. $385. [Net-a-Porter via Vie Society]
9. The Starboard Stripe Knit Dress by Milly falls perfectly in line (pun intended) with Who What Wear's feature on bubblegum stripes. Winterize with black tights and a camel coat. $245. [Bloomingdale's]
10. Madewell pronounced its High Riser Jean its official "It" denim of the season, and we agree that the style may be totally perfect for every occasion. If you've made the purchase, let us know what you think!
1. Warby Parker designed a collection of clear frames for Steven Alan, and you may find the Lucite look ridiculous or hard to wear, but look closer. Icons Wes Anderson and Andy Spade both sport the crystal optic wear, and it works. Getcha some. $95. [Warby Parker via Alexander Grant]
2. The Picardy Moleskin Coat is a highly functional, highly cool take on the traditional pea coat, and since winter isn't going anywhere soon, you'll be glad you have it. You'll also be glad to know that it's on sale, for 177 pounds. [Toast]
3. Adidas' M Attitude Logo shoe is certainly not lacking in attitude. The patent leather high top seems built for high energy partying, which is probably what you're going to do tonight, right? TGIF. 99 euro. [The Good Will Out via High Snobiety]
4. Victorinox for L.L. Bean Classic Pocket Knife is not necessarily a wardrobe component, but it is absolutely necessary to own. Use that nail file as a Porkslap can opener. $15. [L.L.Bean]
5. Red Wing's 1907 Classic 6" Moc is amazing. Guys, we told you last week in the Fashion Files that this boot is dunzo, and then we said today it is in fact NOT played out, so go ahead and buy it before we change our minds again. [Red Wing]
6. This varsity jacket is selling on eBay and we could not be more taken by its classic, all-American, sandlot appeal. A true style home run. Out of the park. Baseball puns now officially over. Bidding starts at $33.99. [eBay]
7. Bing Bang's Black Flag Cufflinks are simple, masculine, and stand out with the slightest details. Will add rock star edge to boardroom-ready French cuffs at a starving artist price. $65. [Bing Bang NYC]
8. Dunderdon's Dot Wool Blazer takes a predominantly feminine trend - ombre - and makes it look totally right for the guys. Wear it with sharp jeans, a plaid shirt, and those Warby Parker specs up above. $150. [WHARF]
9. Generic Surplus for Comme des Garcons SHIRT Sneakers are a highly stylized yet functional version of the ten other pairs of shoes currently strewn across your bedroom floor. Nothing beats blue suede - just ask Elvis - but there are more neutral options as well. [Generic Surplus]
10. Digby and Iona's Love Lost Compass takes a fairly girly idea - romantic accessories - and turns it into this very masculine brass compass. Use it to pursue your next soul mate or simply the nearest one night stand. $250. [Digby and Iona]