Sass and Bide

I'm in Byron Bay and I stopped in my favorite boutique Pompidou which stocks all the Australian Favorites. Camilla and Marc, Maurie and Eve, Bassike, Ksubi, Cheap Monday, and Sass and Bide. I poured myself into a S&B dress that would make Micheal Jackson AND Alexander Wang go green with envy. White stretch cotton with a black leather corsetted bodice and arms with enough metal embellishment to qualify me for a fashionable female version of Ironman. I've been a fan of Sarah Jane Clarke and Heidi Middleton, designers of the label for over 10 years when I first started visiting Australia. Their statement pieces are my favorite! While I could not justify the price tag on the above mentioned statement piece, I loved the short time I spent in store trying it on. The word LOVE in this case is an understatement. Sass and Bide is available at net-a-porter.com and shopbop.com.

Summer Uniform

I'm in the midst of curating my little capsule wardrobe for Summer 2010 and thought I'd share a few of my current obsessions. The goal is to collect a handful of tried and true separates that can carry me effortlessly from beach day to date night. Less is more and fit & function are everything.

The Slouchy Trouser

I've worn these Current/Elliott 'Captain' pants nonstop since I picked them up this past weekend. Amidst the chaos of 'boyfriend' everything, these trousers reign supreme in terms of fit and versatility.

The Cutoff Short

I swore off shorts many years ago but I couldn't pass up JBrand's version of the denim cutoff. They are perfectly slouchy but not TOO short and work great with everything. Add a relaxed blazer, wedges and some jewelry to go from beach to happy hour.

The Artist Shirt in Chambray

Elizabeth and James delivers again. Throw this oversized, slightly sheer top over your bikini for a fresh/more edited take on the coverup. I also love this paired with a fitted Pleasure Doing Business mini, Wang's triangle jersey bra and wedges.

The Perfect White Tank

At $79, this silk-blend tank is an investment piece but remember less is more and I promise one or two of these will far outlast a million wife beaters (and they are far more chic I might add). The slightly oversized cut drapes in all the right places and can be dressed up or down. Indulge in at least one of these... you will not regret it!

The Jersey Triangle Bra

More of a layering necessity for your perfect tank. Alexander Wang's underpinning peeks out under sheer fabrics and is oh so comfortable.

The Date Dress

The Australian brand Camilla and Marc is a new discovery of mine and this dress is quickly proving to be one of my go-to picks for date nights. I've worn it with bare shoulders and sandals for a sunset dinner and a structured blazer and booties for a night out.

The Bikini

The floral print and feminine details on this Zimmerman suit are a refreshing departure from my black bikini rut. So cute under the E&J artist shirt no?

The Wedge

I have a love affair with the wedge and Jeffery Campbell's version for summer is right on trend with it's clog-inspired detailing. The price is right and the neutral color goes with everything.

A Little Flair

Here at TSC we heart Dannijo and I am seriously coveting their new collection of tribal-inspired jewelry. In the spirit of full disclosure, I haven't actually pulled the trigger on these pieces but I am so coveting them as the perfect finishing touch to the neutral wardrobe staples I inevitably rely on.

Happy back-to-summer shopping! XX