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LuLA by Angelica Cota is an accessory and handbag line. Cota, the LA based designer, infuses timeless ideals with a feminine edge into her collection. Within the LuLA line you can find handcrafted duffels, satchels, hobos, clutches, and more. All are sure to make a statement. These little darlings can be found at LuLA by Angelica Cota.

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Peace, Love & Hemlines

Rachel Roy is quickly becoming one of my favorite designers. I am especially enamored with her current accessory line. These precious earrings have the elegance of a standard Rachel Roy design with a splash of playfulness. Everyone needs some peace (Peace drop $34) and love (Love hoop $40) in their lives. www.macys.com

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Hemlines Hint: Shopping for Vintage Jewelry

Educate: "Vintage" is a broad term, so shop around to get a sense of what you like and the range of prices.

Timing: Get to flea markets, estate sales, etc. first thing in the morning, right when the doors open. You'll see huddles formed around the best booths. Those dealers will be the first to sell out.

Making Deals: Dealers have two prices; one for retail, one for the trade. So don't ask too many questions. If you see a piece you want, say in a business tone, "What's the dealers' price? I'll pay cash." Cash will get you a nice discount, and it's unlikely you'll be asked to prove you're in the industry.

Vintage costume jewelry can add character to any ensemble. A broach can spice up that fall cardigan or winter coat. Layer several vintage, short necklaces varying in style for an unexpected pop with a tee or tank; add your favorite jeans and boots for a haute night out. The possibilities are endless, and the flair is nice on the budget.

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Haute Pocketbook

Mr. McQueen is at it again; creating unusual designs that have you daydreaming on red carpet clouds envisioning ways of how to get your hands on one of these darlings. Alexander McQueen's ring clutch is made of gold-tone metal, Swarvoski crystals, and freshwater pearls. This clutch is most certainly haute, and I desperately need Steve Madden to make a knock off.

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Trend Watch

One of the hautest fall trends to keep an eye out for is the cadet cap, also known as the military cap. As I have said before an accessory as simple as a cap can take an outfit to the next level. A yellow cadet cap like the one above by Eugenia Kim is sure to brighten up a dreary fall or winter day. (Grey cap by Juicy Couture)

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Fingers Lookin Good

There's a new haute trend that's awaiting all you fashion misfits, and its not your typical accessory. To get the looky loo's going full swing, why not spice up a simple black cocktail dress with a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti leather fingerless gloves retailing at $350-www.shopbop.com.

They don't have to be black, rock a red pair for contrast. For those on a budget you can buy fingerless gloves at your neighborhood leather store.

Fashion Term: Looky Loo-is when peeps are dumb founded by your class, style and beauty they can only marvel at your greatness. They are speechless. Just smile and tell em "It's the God in me". For all the looky loo's out there stop hate'n!

*Miz B

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