BEST faux leather jacket at the NAS. Beautifully made, very polished, and looks better than the designer faux leather that was on offer. Gold hardware is only on the peachy toffee colour option. The sage and black have silver hardware. The tiny bottom front pocket is a unique touch. Short length looks great with skirts and dresses. Narrow fit. It's $60 well spent.

This is one way to wear the trendy shirt look at a price. Remember that the silhouette is BEYOND body type, and a little avant-garde. It comes in white. It's cotton-rich and machine washable, which helps. It is NOT beautiful Boden woven shirt quality at all. Far from it. But the cut is genius and the fabric is nice. It's the first shirt in this type of cut that does not overwhelm my narrow shoulders. I've laundered it, tumble dried it a little to check the quality, and it's fine. It earned a place in my wardrobe and is my "once a year trendy Zara purchase".

The best short fitted puffer I've seen all year. Glitzy, chic and dressy. Not sporty. It's Zara but very well made. The black piping detailing is SUPERB, the chevron quilting is awfully slimming, and the cut on the funnel neck is architectural. Long necks pull off this style best. The red is less bright in person. More fire engine than tomato. Comes in four colours. The toffee is hanging in my coat closet. I LOVE it.

Tailored and beautifully made, this suit blazer might earn a place in my wardrobe with a pair of pants to match. Gorgeous fabric. The mismatched window pane insets add an interesting touch.

A natural fibre linen-viscose shirt dress with a classic and crisp appeal. It does not feel scratchy. The belt is optional and looks good without. The light blue is saturated and flattering. The skirt portion does not flare, but it's roomy, and HAS POCKETS. I can comfortably walk fast in this dress with doggies in tow. I love it, and have it.

This sack-like shirtdress is prettier and more pink in person. It has pockets, and an architectural drape to it. It slightly narrows at the hem and has an amazing side silhouette. GORGEOUS substantial cotton fabric that feels luxe and crisp to the touch. Fab length and quietly dramatic. At first I thought it looked like a nightie, but got over that in two ticks. It's $46 at the moment and earned a place in my wardrobe. It's very roomy and tent-y in that typical avant-garde way. Just the type of very breezy yet covered and polished dress I like to wear in Summer with scrunched sleeves, a popped collar, pearls, flat white footwear and a structured bag.

A very breezy linen dress for hot and humid weather if ever there was one. Sack-like, unstructured, and you have to be at peace with the crease. It has a '90s integrity that brings back fond memories. It’s the most perfect dress for high heat sans a/c. Very pretty and elegant despite the lack of structure, although it has a back tie for a little shaping. I LOVE IT!

Modern Retro Fabness. These ultra trendy trousers are an acquired taste. They bring back the '80s in a wonderful way, although the fabric is very '40s. You have to wear them with a tucked top to showcase the buckle detailing, otherwise what's the point? Works well on a curvy figure with a defined waist, or a more rectangular figure with a defined waist. They pouf out when you sit, so you have to be okay with that. Exquisite quality and very comfy.

I haven't seen these in person yet, but have them on order to go with a matching blazer. Hugo Boss often uses a silky wool for its suiting, which is luxe and gorgeous. The rise is a good length, and the fit fluidly tailored. I will have them altered if the fit is almost dead right.

I don't typically wear T-shirts, but got this one because the fit and fabric is crisp and polished, and a blush and cream stripe is rare. I wore it the next day under a denim jacket for a long flight and it was perfect. Fitted, and you might need to size up. Comes in black and white.

Boden sweatshirts are usually more polished and structured than the norm, and this one is just that. The slogan is aspirational, the colours are pretty, and the quality is fabulous. How can this not be mine.

Frye boots are excellent quality and versatile Trendy Classics that look good, and go the distance. Their classic and simple cowboy boot appeals to me so I ordered these in pale pink because I've had casual pale pink boots on my shopping list for years. I love the heel height. I improved the fit and comfort with a cushioning insole. They are not for wide feet because of the pointy toe. The ankle fit is quite tailored and does not dig into you as you stride. I'm thinking about whether they will earn a place in my wardrobe. Comes in seven neutrals.

I unexpectedly got these, which work perfectly with an old Furla handbag in the same shade of light blue. They are NOT for higher volume feet. They fit my low-volume feet perfectly with an extra insole to take up width. Very neat, pretty and comfy on the foot.

STUNNING quality vanilla strawberry top-handle crossbody that is roomy and beautifully made. Casually dressy, and very polished. Good price!

I'm a huge Furla fan, and added this wardrobe pet to my happy Furla family of eight this year. It became an instant wardrobe workhorse as it complements my many pairs of blush shoes. I find blush very versatile and it functions like a neutral for my style. The quality is sublime, and size just perfect for my needs and small frame. It's structured, but looks as good with pink sneakers. It can be converted into a crossbody and is great for travel. Adds polish to an outfit. All the colours are nice.

I LOVE solid cashmere scarves and have this on order in the oatmeal and blue so that I can create Winter complements with existing wardrobe items. They are versatile, and look chic.

This belt doesn’t look like much because it’s very basic, but it’s a cut above the rest. I have one in black and brown, and they are extremely soft, lightweight and lie very flat against the midsection. Classic and versatile. Substance without the bulk, and robust too. Sufficiently wide to wear with jeans, and the brass hardware is subtle. No wonder it’s a repeat style from Madewell.

Dress that is longer on me than on the model. Hits the top of my kneecap and I'm 5ft 6. It's long at the back and sides, which gives it more "length". Very architectural and voluminous from the side, so you have to be at peace with that. It only JUST does not swallow me up. The shirt detailing and ribbon placket down the front add lots of vertical integrity and structure. Fun side entry pockets. Pristine and crisp. Gorgeous heavy fabric. Impeccable drape. Modern, yet Retro too. Will wear it with tall boots and over skinnies. Have already worn it with cream booties. Maybe with hosiery and oxfords too. Well made. Chic.