The wrap around bracelets are made of leather, and come in baby pink, snow, grass, rust, natural, and brick red, and include thoughts of Lead the Way, Sow Love, and Make a Difference.

You can find the bracelets at local boutiques, or order them online at the Humanity website.  At $24 this fashion accessory is easy on the budget for yourself or as gifts for a few gal pals.  Wear them proudly to show your solidarity and commitment to positive thinking.

Photo credit: Humanity for All

Pants are out.  No matter how attractive or flattering, a tea is one of those events that calls for a dress.

Nothing boring, just a classic day time dress — and poof, my mind immediate went to Diane von Furstenberg’s wrap dresses.

First introduced in the 1970′s her wrap dresses were immediately successful, and since then have become a classes.  Over the years there’s always several styles and and pattern in the collection.

This dress, in 100& silk jersey, is in a black island leaves pattern, with a collar and long sleeves.  It sells for $325.

Image:  Diane von Furstenberg

As I was browsing for summer clothes idea, I came across this Briar (also called khaki) dress with eyelet trim.  It has a caftan neckline, with beading and a tie detail. 

I’m not a big eyelet fan, because while it always looks light and summery, it usually looks a little too “little girl-ish” on me.  This dress, however, really caught my eye.  It may be a little short for me to wear as a dress, but it would be a dynamite swimsuit or beach cover up.  It’s made of linen, so the wrinkle factor makes me a little nervous, and at $329 it’s not an inexpensive options.  Still. . . it has me thinking.

The Devon Eyelet Dress comes in sizes X-Small (2-4), Medium (8-10), Large (10-12) and X-Large (14), and is available online, through Elie Tahari stores, or upscale department stores (check locations here).

Photo credit:  Elie Tahari

Isn’t it fun to shop when you feel like your efforts are going to a good cause?

That’s how I feel about Spoon Fed Art, the creative outlet for Los Angeles designer Karin Collins.  As part of her treatment for an eating disorder, she began making one-of-a-kind pendants out of spoons.  After receiving numerous compliment on her designs, she turn therapy into a business and Spoon Fed Art was born.

I purchased the Purple Rose of Cairo (in photo) a couple years ago, and have had my eye on a couple of her new designs.  You’ll need to check back frequently, as items appear and are sold out quickly.  I regret that I didn’t see Iced Petals before it was sold out. 

I appreciate the opportunity to find a unique piece for myself, but I really love that I can support a small businesswoman and a good cause.  Spoon Fed Art is a member of the NEDA, the National Eating Disorder Association.

Shop — support a good cause — get personalized items.  Life is good!

It was never high on my wish list as far as a handbag.

Until I went to Paris last fall.

And there, while strolling along the Champs d’Elysees, I fell in love.  With Louis.  And we entered into a committed relationship limited only be the depth of my bankbook.  I took this Monogram Mini Lin Canvas Speedy (in photo) home with me.

Here are the vitals:

• Monogram Mini Lin canvas; supple, light, and resistant
• 58% cotton, 24% linen, 18% polyamide
• Grained calf leather trim
• Light colored stitching
• Shiny brass metal hardware
• Top zip closure with padlock
• Comfortable, rolled leather handles
• Tonal textile lining with interior patch pocket
• 11.8″ x 8.3″ x 6.7″

This is definitely not a one-night stand!