the Ensemble

Brunch Style

Brunch you say? Of course - brunch is the perfect time to show off your style, and it needn't cost a bundle. Why not show up in one of the season's hottest trend, the bright covered shift. This tangerine beauty by BB Dakota retails for only $96. Pair it with a lovely necklace, such as the one-of-a-kind shown here with Swarovski Crystals and Smoky Quartz or $178, to make the ensemble uniquely yours.

Not a shift gal? How about embracing the fall season, and pair this darling tweed skirt with a white T-Neck and "Theory"-like cape jacket for a very polished look that you could even wear to the office. This entire ensemble -all 3 pieces - retails for $211, only at il Vostro Boutique! Visit the new il Vostro Boutique, now open at 50th & France, or online at www.ilvostroboutique.com.

- Sarah Ramsay, Fashion & Lifestyle, the Affair

the Bling

I'm sure you've heard it before - green is the new black. But what does green mean? Of course it refers to a clean and healthy environment, but it also invokes a respect for nature.

When thinking about what to wear to a "Green Party," consider visiting the brand new website of Serenity Jewels. Designer Melissa Luoma designs spectacular solid sterling silver jewelry, which blings with AAA grade Cubic Zirconium gemstones. The inspiration for her designs comes from a love of the ocean and the sea, which has always brought her a feeling of serenity. She uses ship coins and sand dollars and presses them into the sterling silver, creating an imprint. Most of her pieces have her signature script, "May all your travels in life be filled with serenity." They are then topped of with a broad range of sparkle—perfect for casual days with jeans, or as a statement jewelry piece with your little black dress for upcoming soirées. The collection is now available online at www.serenityjewels.com.