Derek Lam

I think I’ve already said that I’ve had it with the winter and that I so cannot wait to return to wearing color again. And because I am about to embark on a way overdue vacation in less than a week all that’s going through my head is what to pack. Shopbop pretty much is my wardrobe dream come true. They are starting to get in all the latest spring 2011 arrivals and I’m lusting after all those pretty colorful dresses that have been added lately. Check out my top 9 picks and let me know which one is your favorite.

My Shopbop Wish List for January 2011 (Rainbow Edition)

Go Shopping:

  1. Thakoon Plunge Front Dresscj, $625
  2. Nanette Lepore Blown Away Dresscj, $248
  3. Geren Ford Slash Shoulder Dresscj, $320
  4. Derek Lam Ruffle Dresscj, $2.190
  5. D&G Halter Dress with Contrast Trimcj, $745
  6. Hervé Léger Signature Essentials Dress with Strapscj, $1.150
  7. Thakoon Addition Blouson Dresscj, $490
  8. Friend of Mine Queenie Dresscj, $198
  9. Mara Hoffman Picnic Dresscj, $298

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 05, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Hmmm. This Lam looks a little like a very popular Lou I have been coveting for several seasons now. Love the corset-like lacing and summery cork heel. And we all know there is nothing sexier than a sandal that ties around the ankle. But what I don’t love: $790 for this pair? Um, no, thank you, Derek Lam.

Derek Lam Odesa Lace Up Sandals in black

Derek Lam Odesa Lace Up Sandalscj
($790, Shopbop)

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Leighton Meester and Scarlett Johansson wearing Derek Lam Odesa Lace Up Sandals

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Gianni Bini “Victoria” Sandals

UPDATE (01/05/2011): Stumbled upon another Dere Lam look-a-like by Gianni Bini. Available in black, bone and brown.

Gianni Bini "Victoria" Sandals in black (Derek Lam Odesa knockoffs)

Gianni Bini “Victoria” Sandalsls
($99.99, Dillard’s)

Charles by Charles David “Canto” Lace-Up Sandals

UPDATE (08/03/2010): Another fabulous though somewhat pricey Lam alternative coming from Charles by Charles David. Available in brown and black.

Charles by Charles David "Canto" Lace-Up Sandals in brown and black (Derek Lam Odesa knockoffs)

Charles by Charles David “Canto” Lace-Up Sandalsendless
($175, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at 6pmcj.

ASOS ROPE Cage Sandals

UPDATE (08/03/2010): Reader Alex kindly informed us about yet another Lam look-a-like by ASOS. Available in black or red. Thank you, Alex!

ASOS ROPE Cage Sandals in black (Derek Lam Odesa knockoffs)

ASOS ROPE Cage Sandalsls
($18.96, ASOS)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Tamingo” Lace-Up Sandals

That Carlos, he knows just what a Black Magic Woman wants, doesn’t he? Or maybe it’s not that he knows what women want, but what men want to see on them. The “Tamingo” Lace-Up Sandal by Carlos by Carlos Santana is uh, how do you say…caliente, papi! Gorge. And $99 plus 15% off? Got your spell on me, baby.

Carlos by Carlos Santana "Tamingo" Lace-Up Sandals in black (Derek Lam Odesa knockoffs)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Tamingo” Lace-Up Sandalsendless
($99, Endless)

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I jumped on the skinny cargo movement a couple months back, so you know I just adore Leighton Meester in this utilitarian look. I didn’t think skinny cargos could be flattering, but the more I see them on, the more I am proved wrong. Leighton’s look may be neutral, but it’s anything but boring. And the best part is it is so easy to recreate, as you can see below.

Leighton Meester wearing army green cargo pants, Dolan Miss Sally Blouse, Derek Lam Odesa lace-up sandals &

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who?Leighton Meester
Where?On set of Gossip Girl, New York
When?July 26, 2010
What?Dolan Miss Sally Blouse, Derek Lam Star Quilted Blanche bagcj, Derek Lam Odesa Lace-up Sandals

Leighton Meester’s Laid-Back Look 4 Less

Leighton Meester's Laid-Back Look 4 Less

Go Shopping:

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Poor Jessica Simpson has gotten a ton of flack lately for her weight, but personally I think her body looks awesome – it’s her fashion sense that needed some work. Fortunately, she seems to have gotten into the groove of things again (and/or has a new stylist) and has been looking every inch the beauty that she is. The paparazzi caught Miss Simpson leaving the Ritz Carlton a few days ago, wearing a Stella McCartney Floral Print dress that (and I’m pretty certain about this) needs to end up in my closet for all to be right with the world. Jess paired the dress with a motorcycle jacket, a luxurious-looking, white Derek Lam bag and grey t-straps. Now let me see: I already have grey t-straps, a moto jacket and a white bag in my closet; I’m just missing the dress. Jessica, call me if you want to do a little swap-a-roo. I have a Forever 21 dress with your name on it!

Jessica Simpson wearing a floral printed Stella McCartney silk dress and carrying a white Derek Lam Blanche bucket bag

Our Rating: ★★★½☆

Who?Jessica Simpson
Where?Leaving the Ritz Carlton Hotel, New York
When?April 21, 2010
What?Stella McCartney Floral-print Silk-georgette Dress, Derek Lam Blanche Bucket Bag, Bottega Veneta T-Strap Sandals

Stella McCartney Floral-print Silk-georgette Dress

Stella McCartney Floral-print Silk-georgette Dress in olive

Stella McCartney Floral-print Silk-georgette Dressls
($1.095, NET-A-PORTER)

P.S.: Also available at MyTheresacj.

Derek Lam Blanche Bucket Bag

Derek Lam Blanche Bucket Bag in ivory

Derek Lam Blanche Bucket Bag
($1.750, Marissa Collections)

P.S.: Also available in electric blue at Shopbopcj.

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