OOTD: Almost SPRING!

Even though it's a bit gray and still chilly in New York today, I'm ready for Spring! In honor of the new season, I've taken the liberty of retiring my closed toe shoes, neutral bag and winter coat, in favor of a lighter look. Top to bottom, here's what I'm wearing today:

• Diane von Furstenberg sunglasses
• Banana Republic trench
• Old Navy Linen Blend Crochet Trim Tunic
• Forever 21 scarf
• Old Navy Diva skinny jeans in Gray
• Cynthia Vincent Luella zip wedges
• Balenciaga Giant City in Outremer

 

What closet items are you breaking out this month? Do tell!

 

Entirely Unexpected: Ann Taylor's Silk Ruffled Trench

For a long time, when I thought of lukewarm, mediocre style, I thought of Ann Taylor. But this season's "See Now, Wear Now" runway show, at the New York Public Library, showcased some amazingly stylish pieces by the brand's NEW designer and things are definitely looking up.

My must-have?

This delectable silk trench, which should be available soon in stores and online.

Image courtesy of Sarah Conley, Style It Online.

Rain, Rain, Go Away: Mackage Spring 2009 Trenches

A trench coat is a wardrobe essential, at least for this gal. I personally have two - a navy Uniqlo and a traditional khaki Banana Republic that was intended to satiate my urge for a custom Burberry. That desire hasn't quite gone away but I must say that these beautiful Mackage trenches for Spring are enough to distract.  They're the perfect marriage of traditional and edgy, which I just love.  To shop Mackage, visit www.mackage.com.

 

Ebony, $429

Izzy, $396

Jules, $550