The List - 2009 Must-Haves by Leila

Our post today is on the hottest little items for spring by our lovely guest blogger Leila:

"New Choo"

This young hip London Based designer was the Creative Director for Jimmy Choo Couture. Often called the “New Choo”, Beatrix Ong launched her own label in 2002, and has since become one of the favorites in the fashion world. Her timeless yet playful shoes have a strong following among British music royalty and have also started to catch the eyes of many of Hollywood’s hottest stars. Recently, In Style Magazine has given her shoes the “Hot Accessories Label of the Year”. These stunning shoes will flatter any outfit and you will not go unnoticed! Now this is a reason for me to go dress shopping!!!! I know it is usually the other way around but seeing these must-have heels has inspired yet another shopping trip!

Floral Prints

Reminiscent of the 1980’s for its classy yet whimsical look, the floral print has made its return onto many red carpets and catwalks this season. As spring approaches, more and more celebrities, like Jennifer Aniston, are seen sporting this blooming look that is sure to become an essential this season. From vibrant floral images to edgy blurred flowering emblems, floral prints can be seen on dresses, tops, skirts and accessories. You can show your style with large graphic prints from head–to-toe or with subtle accents to accentuate your look. Your options are endless, as designers such as Oscar de la Renta and Versace have created many masterpieces this season.

The Bag

Now that Phoebe Philo has gone to Celine, British designer Hannah MacGibbon has stepped in to bring back the must have trophy handbags by Chloe . These 2009 timeless pieces are setting the fashion world ablaze, reminiscent of the highly sought after and coveted Paddington bag of 2005.

The choices are endless from the Heloise Hobo Bag in Nutmeg Lambskin or the classic Paraty shoulder bag in Navy python, or maybe you dare to wow everyone that you pass with the green elongated Water Monitor Lizard Clutch. I have my eye on the Lizard Clutch; it gives me goose bumps every time I see it! Regardless of your choice, any one of these elegant and exquisite bags will make your heart go aflutter. You can spot these finds at Chloe or at Holts

The HP Vivienne Tam Lap Top

Hewlett Packard has teamed up with fashion designer Vivienne Tam to create the “world’s first digital clutch”. This mini laptop has fashionistas around the globe blending their exceptionally keen fashion taste with their savvy high-tech needs. Debuting at Vivienne Tam’s fashion show during New York’s Fashion Week, this rich red hue with peony design laptop mixes Asian and Western cultures in the same way that it unites the fashion and technology worlds. Match it up with a killer pair of red pumps and there is no stopping you.