This double-color cardigan by Marc by Marc Jacobs is pretty cute, but my eye can’t decide whether or not this halvsie effect is slimming or widening, and I don’t believe there’s been a set rule on this matter either.

What do you think?

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A brief look at what BCBG Max Azria is putting forth for apparel in Fall 2008 gives me a sense of disregard for the usually appealed-to northern weather of Fall and Winter. Funny thing.

Not even my recent move down south to Florida changes my mind about this being a slightly negative thing, but c’est la vie. Enjoy the shows!

For you Jewish fabulistas, after you switch on your electric menorahs and eat your candy “present”, you’ll probably be left craving more. Why don’t you treat yourself?!

So… “On the 1st Night of Hanukkuh, I Gift to Myself…”

Hanukkah gifts are known for being small, but that doesn’t mean they have to be piddly!

The first small, yet totally fab gift for the first night of Hanukkah (although a little late in the evening), should be from COACH - and what’s small from Coach? Key Fobs, of course! The company even produces two ring styles that are totally Festival of Lights Friendly.

First, we have a blue snowflake key ring. Perfect! Next, we have the long-lasting, fashion equivalent of chocolate coins. I make no statements and follow no beliefs on why chocolate coins are a part of Jewish tradition, but I still say, why get a gift you eat away, when a girl can receive a brass and leather goodie for her purse!

Coach Snowflake Keyfob - $28. Chainlink Coins Keyfob (which represents the brand’s symbols, not currency) - $98.

Those may not be your personal faves, so here are more key rings from www.coach.com.

Oscar de la Renta’s Metallic Python Doctor Bag (coming soon on Bag Dream) = ultra fabulous.

But when the same skin is put on a calf-height boot, does it make sense that it can be pretty fug? (fabulously, well, UG.) They’re not too ornate, actually they’re a bit plain. Is that the problem? Perhaps they need a stiletto heel and fewer pieces of hardware: something more elegant. I think that’s it for me.

What do you think of this boot?

Ohh la l’autumn! Ooh the flirty, swingy fun! LOVING this little dress, new by Chloé. Drop-waist silk tank mini. Could be worn to work, flirt or play. New? Honestly yes, but most sizes are sold out. Oh, lord, the humanity!

Kate Moss is continuing her relationship with Topshop and debuted her Holiday collection at a runway show recently. Here’s my preview:

trend - yikes?

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Overall, it’s a professional, in-step collection. And for the prices I hear of (Topshop is British, alas), $70 to $500, it’s not to miss! The clothes hit stores October 25th. Just a few days away!

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Wherever you live, the trench coat is so seasonal, now or soon. If you want the best in style and class, Burberry’s a no-brainer. I love their subtler Metallic Trench Coat with black on metallic black jacquard check. Something this chic doesn’t come cheap, though, at $995.

There’s some serious worse news though, because it seems all of the rich northern hemisphere has spoken on this coat. I say if you’ve got some credit, and are the lone size 10, you must make this your fall season charge.

There’s more cuteness for Autumn from Burberry, too. If the British range is out of yours, don’t worry, practically any trench is flattering, just don’t squeeze or swim in a wrong size.