This Dolce & Gabbana framed leather handbag is technically part of their spring offerings, but I love it for fall. The soft brown sort of modernizes the gray tones we've been seeing and the black trim makes it a neutral fit for any outfit. Though, at $2,175 I doubt anyone who could afford it would be caught dead in a spring '08 bag next fall. More like spring '09.

One thing that makes me dry heave? The thought of people wearing it with the matching shoes!

When searching for a designer pick of the week, Bergdorf Goodman's selection of spring Christian Louboutins seemed like a great place to look.

And it was. We discovered these satin slingbacks, $795, in the perfect shade of bright green for spring. Then think how well they'd double for Christmas finery next winter with a little black dress!

Assymetry is big, and bows are bigger, so this stylish shoe is sure to please trendsetters while also appealing to the more classic consumer.

If that price tag is a little rich for your blood, be sure to check in every Thursday for our Bargain Pick of the Week selections.

A launch party in NYC should have four things: cocktails, cupcakes, at least one person sporting a Rihanna/Katie Holmes bob and a D-list celeb. Last night, this and more all went down at the “Gossip Girl”-like department store Henri Bendel for fashion writer Susan Redstone’s new style book, “Just Try it On!”

Redstone’s adorable 12-month guide gives smart and affordable shopping and fashion tips. Each chapter is dedicated to a different tip and month, from January’s “Your Fashion Emergency Kit” to December’s “Holiday Style and Gift Giving.”

When asked to spill a tip, Redstone picked from November and said, “avoid visible panty lines by taking Polaroids of yourself before a big red carpet event.”

Put on by PR powerhouse Lizzie Grubman, the event was well attended including Lizzie herself, along with one sure shocker (but appropriately titled for the event) from VH1’s “I Love New York,” Tailor Made.

Keep reading for a photo and more on Tailor Made.

When we were perusing the new spring/summer Gucci arrivals at Saks Fifth Avenue, we really liked this Gucci Joy Boston bag in the thumbnail and so clicked on it. But when we got up close, we weren't so sure. Is the floral embroidery that looks more like applique in some parts, too much or just enough? Or does the basic black and white palette make up for it? If you had the $1,950 lying around, would you buy this bag, yay or nay?

Jimmy Choo seems to have updated their Romona leather ring bags to incorporate the oversized clutch trend for spring. This convertible patent clutch, $1,396, uses the same weaving technique with leather strips through rings, in a new, modern silhouette. As I think that all clutches should have a convertible option, I like the chain strap that can be tucked inside. I wonder if the verticle belt can be unstrapped for a different look?

New Fendi arrivals are now online at Saks Fifth Avenue and we've chosen a couple that stand out from the pack for very different reasons. The Fendi Multicolor Spy Bag, $1,280, on the left will at once compliment and help tone down spring's vividly colored dresses. The dark chocolate, milk chocolate and caramel lamb leathers will pick up the brights without competing. The woven handle and contrast piping add a little something extra to this spy bag. If you're planning to stick to more of a neutral palette and prefer something a bit more classic, this Chef Leather Frame Bag, $1,360, is probably more up your alley. We see this in Palm Beach while the multicolored spy is in Miami, if you know what we mean.

If you like that, discover all things Fendi at TheBagLady.tv.

Okay, now you're really cutting it close. But there is still thismuch time to order presents online and receive them by Christmas, plus lots of sites are encouraging you procrastinators by offering you free shipping. Here's a few.

Bergdorf Goodman is offering free rush shipping on any order until noon tomorrow with the code RUSHBG. Our pick? This Marc Jacobs guitar watch necklace for only $150. We want it.

You have until noon Friday for Christmas delivery and free 2-day expedited shipping at CoutureCandy. You also get free gift wrapping and a free seasonal CD.

While it's not free, RedEnvelope will upgrade your shipping to 2-business days for the price of regular ground shipping on orders over $50. The offer is good with the code ESAVEL18 until 6 p.m. on Thursday.

It's the last day for standard shipping at Bebe where they're pushing the "sexiest party tops ever" for only $39. You'd have to buy quite a few to get free shipping - orders have to be over $150 - but maybe that won't be a problem.

Neiman Marcus still has free gift wrap and is now offering free 2-day shipping with the code NMHURRY, but it all ends tonight!

More deals on delivery after the jump.

We know that this pink packs quite a pop, but if we were lounging at a resort somewhere we like to picture ourselves in something bright and fun. These satin peep toes are $550 and also come in yellow. If you're looking for something more real-world appropriate there are plenty of options in Bergdorf Goodman's selection of Louboutin resort shoes.

Not to be outdone, Saks Fifth Avenue has an exclusive video on Louboutin's spring collection.

For more on all things Louboutin and more shoes, check out Shoewawa.

It looks like all the shopping at Bendel's and name dropping of Henri himself are really just a coincidence on Gossip Girl. Though that may change since the store's Web site and consumer hotline have both seen increased traffic after airings of the fashionable teen drama. Shoppers seem eager to find out if the scenes from the show were really filmed in store (they were) and to get their hands on fashions inspired by their favorite characters. They might even catch a glimpse of Serena or Jenny since the actresses who play them, Blake Lively and Taylor Momsen have been known to shop the store.

[Source: WWD]

If you're not in New York, or any city with department store window displays for that matter, you can get into the holiday shopping spirit by perusing Bergdorf Goodman's holiday window displays online. The theme this year is the elemental world with windows focused on earth, air, fire, wind, and water. We love light and water and would love to know what light is wearing. Guess we can head on over to Bergdorf's to find out.

Turkey day may be over, but there's still plenty of occasions left to wear Blair Waldorf's Thanksgiving Day dress from this week's Gossip Girl. Blair passed on turkey for pie anyway, right? While Blair's maid suggested she wear this MARC by Marc Jacobs metallic dress "with pearls" we think it's much more easily worn in an ecclectic, downtown, "I always wear Marc Jacobs dresses to the grocery store" way. It's sold out right now, but I'll bet with Blair's blessing they'll get more in.

These just in: bordeaux quilted patent leather ear muffs from Burberry. Now there's no question, if you're going to wear ear muffs, these are the most fabulous ones to sport - but would you wear ear muffs? If you live somewhere like Georgia and don't really have a winter, you might not even be able to contemplate such an accessory, but in colder climes it's often tempting to wrap your entire head in a wool scarf just to get the mail. So, would you wear ear muffs?

Net-a-Porter has a sale going on with up to 60% off, which actually makes some of their designer duds affordable to those of us who can't shop the runway. Plus, their new $12 ground shipping makes it easier, too. Whenever we hear of a Net-a-Porter sale, or pretty much any sale really, the first place we look is at the shoes. So here's our top five picks from the sale.

We've been known to already have the holiday music station playing in our car, so we're irresistibly drawn to anything that plays into our festive mood like these cherry red Alexander McQueen round-toe pumps. A hidden platform and seam down the back give these an old Hollywood feel. The $540 shoes are on sale for $324.

There's a fine line between casual and sloppy, and this bag mich just fall upon it. First Juicy Couture created the velour tracksuit and now the bag? I am not sure this is a necessary progression and it's one that's sure to leave a sour taste in the mouthes of fashionista's across the world. If I think really hard then maybe I can see the benefits of a velour tracksuit, I guess it's comfortable at least. But do handbags require comfort? If you happen to think the idea is fab, then check out Neiman Marcus where the bag is available in pink and cocoa for $123.
[source: Gizmodiva]

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We usually round up the week's best sales on Friday, but today is a special shopping holiday - Cyber Monday! One of the biggest online shopping days of the year, retailers are trying to boost their Thanksgiving weekend numbers with online sales and special offers to reel you in while you're sitting in your cube contemplating your leftover turkey lunch. Because of a low increase over last year's numbers and grim predictions for holiday spending, you can bet plenty of E-tailers will be pulling out all the stops from now until the big day. And one of their most popular temptations - free shipping! Check out the following sites who will get your presents and packages to your doorstep for free.

High-end department stores like Nieman Marcus are offering free shipping with one rare distinction: you get it at any price, you don't have to spend a minimum amount. So peruse Neiman's Big 100 gifts, like the Juicy Couture layered charm necklace above, and get them wrapped and shipped for free! Enter the code winter at checkout. For a similar shipping deal at Saks Fifth Avenue, use code holiday7.

Get free shipping and free returns at Piperlime.

We'll talk more about the Banana Republic sale later, but if you spend $150 you get free shipping today only with the code shipfree.

Today only, free shipping again with a $150 purchase at Lord and Taylor. With 50% off most coats, 20% off knit dresses, and 15% off most accessories, it shouldn't be hard to rack up the appropriate dollar amount.

Free shipping on all orders at Steve Madden through tomorrow.This might be the time to customize those pumps.

Enter code cybergirl at checkout at Intermix for free shipping today only.

Free shipping on all orders at ShopBop placed in all states but Hawaii and Alaska. (We're sorry Hawaii and Alaska - we might boycott if we were you.)

Get free shipping on that monogram tote for Mom at Land's End by going to the Billing Information page and the section labled "Source Code" and enter Thanks and the PIN 529452945 in the space provided.