LE CATCH

At least we know one thing for certain about 2026: color is coming for us—joyfully, unapologetically, and from the ground up. Let’s start with shoes, because they’re always the tell. The runways have been whispering (more like shouting) that the era of sensible black boots and greige suede is officially behind us. Now it’s all about eye-popping reds, acid brights, saturated jewel tones—the kind of shoes that don’t blend in but boast out loud. What makes this shift feel real—and not just trend-cycle noise—is who’s participating. For Resort 2026, Khaite, long the patron saint of head-to-toe black and studied restraint, is flirting with pastels. Read: bright turquoise is not a whim—it’s a signal! Meanwhile, Valentino continues its exuberant Rockstudded march, treating color as punctuation marks, while Chanel is injecting unexpected primary color pops into its otherwise tweed-coded universe. I want to dip my toes in now with these butter-yellow Khaite pumps, these white Everlane ballet flats, these pink ponyhair Jamie Haller kitten heels, these Target (!) Mary Janes, these Le Monde Beryl satin flats, these Jacquemus sneakers, these Emme Parsons pointy-toes, and these green Favorite Daughter pumps. You can also get your pops in with this Cos, these Stems tights, and this Alex Mill cashmere.

When I’m not representing the high-fashion elf union and wrapping presents on the floor or panic-buying “one last thing,” here’s I’m doing this week: watching the last few episodes of Severance, reading this, wearing sweaters that say I’ve rested even if I haven’t and relearning how to put together an outfit that isn’t “festive-adjacent.” It’s that pre-everything time—where the calendar is blurry, the vibes are soft, the look less try-hard. Fitting the bill: my faux fur blazer/jacket, below, (on sale for $124!), the Simon Miller faux shearling (and the less expensive faux fur-trimmed leather), lots of red pops (Cos coat, above, Sezane jacket, below), cozy plaid, fringe, a statement waist cincher to instantly elevate an outfit, suede, and a monogramed La Ligne cardigan.

$98, melie bianco

Proof that good things come in small (sparkly) packages.

1. Karen Millen embellished sweater, $168, nordstrom.com
2. The Frankie Shop trousers, $157, mytheresa.com
3. Gucci tweed jacket, $3980, netaporter.com
4. Miele Bianco bag, $98, meliebianco.com
5. Farah Homidi Lip Compact in Red 1, $88, violetgrey.com
6. Vince Camuto ballet flat, $110, nordstrom.com

And we’re back to the Coco Chronicles. While my sister is staying with me this week, shooting a Brooks Brothers campaign in Hollywood, her off-duty hours are spent rummaging through my ski storage, assessing jackets, layers, and everything that might survive New Hampshire in December--i.e., where she's headed next through Christmas. She is assembling a polar vortex version of herself that will survive snow, wind, long dog walks, and holiday logistics. I want to pack her suitcase with these fun base layers (and solids, above, too), this quilted dickie, this fun Farm Rio floral puffer or this down Varley jacket, this chic wide-leg cashmere pants, this extra warm (and cute) fleece jacket, and this Tibi statement knit.

I’m making the case for colored pants—not as a novelty, not as a holiday gimmick, but as a style choice that feels deliberate and surprisingly modern. A saturated trouser does something neutrals can’t: it telegraphs intention. Even with a white tee, a navy blazer, or a simple knit, color on the bottom half reads dressed, not accidental. The trick is to let the pants do the talking. Keep the rest classic. I'm trying these options from J.Crew, Madewell (cute cut, cute corduroy, future cult item), High Sport, Sezane, and Banana Republic. P.S. If color isn't your thing, check out the universally flattering faux leather black pants for under $50, last pic!

Photos: Kalmanovic, Laura Vidrequin

There is a subtle but very real chain of command at work in our family, and it reveals itself most clearly through denim. My twin sister’s sixteen-year-old daughter has just discovered Coco’s jeans, a stash she once dismissed entirely, deemed "mid," insufficiently fitting, insufficiently cool. Now, suddenly, they are perfect. Curated. Worth claiming as her own. She has taken them most of them to boarding school, leaving Coco high and dry. This, in turn, means Coco is now actively pilfering my supply. My role, apparently, is to replenish—or better yet, to redirect them both toward whatever feels latest and greatest now, so the ecosystem can reset itself. Of course, I consulted denim guru Jane Herman on the silhouettes set to reign in 2026. Here's a smattering of what's next (think colored denim, distressed jeans, bootcut, embellished and fitted), specifically Jamie Haller's relaxed flare, Rails studded jeans, Mother's pinstripes, Madewell's corduroy-trimmed barrel cut, Loulou de Saison's tapered leg, the low-waisted (cult item) AGOLDE, and Alex Mill's straight-leg jeans, above.

$200, moda operandi

Escaping reality with something that evokes warm and sunny--and not a care in the world.

1. Orange Culture fringed dress, $200, modaoperandi.com
2. Oseree bikini, $265, modaoperandi.com
3. Chantecaille Sun Protection, $105, violetgrey.com
4. Alemais pineapple beaded bag, $355, mytheresa.com
5. Ancient Greek Sandals in gold, $295, ancientgreeksandals.com

She arrived late last night, two hours behind schedule, still trailing a little Manhattan snowstorm in her wake. You could almost see the frost lift off her as she stepped inside— new black boots, shearling scarf, this jacket (above)—pure New York chic, unfazed by the delay, jet lag-proof as always. My twin, Coco, fresh from back East, carrying that brisk, city energy that instantly recalibrates the room. We did what we always do and went straight into pressing subjects at hand: Christmas wish lists (below), gifts already bought, gifts still hidden: the Brinker & Eliza necklace, Ulla Johnson party-ready puff-sleeve and leather frocks (so much on sale too), Mango's studded sac, Lola Y Bimba's Jackson Hole-bound jacket and red Zara puffer, Belle Reve signet rings and Jamie Haller's white tux blouse perfection. The hours compressed the way they do with sisters, especially twins, especially when you live on opposite coasts. And then, just like that, she was gone again this morning—this time wrapped head to toe in my California winter clothes (jeans, a cute knit layered over this), off to a photo shoot 12 minutes away. She'll be back for dinner...

I want to share that my heart is with Brown University (my niece is a student there) and the Jewish community in the wake of this weekend’s shootings. I’m so sorry for the pain and fear we are all feeling.

Sharing a little highlight of the week: ShopMy's new magazine debuted today, and yours truly made the cut! This beautifully designed (and fully shoppable!) first-edition magazine celebrates the personal recommendations of some of the most inspiring tastemakers in the ShopMy community. It lives both digitally and in print, and being included among icons like Kelly Wearstler and super stylish friends (and high school class mate) Nikki Kule, not to mention a community of more than 200,000 creators, is truly an honor. The issue spotlights the 100 most-loved products across ShopMy, distilled from millions of creator links, shopper wishlists, and brand interactions. Of course, a few of my own stalwarts qualified, including Adina Reyter’s Groovy Initial Charm Necklace (a forever favorite) and my Gucci take-everywhere tote bag (which recently came out in soft glossy leather, too!). Because I can never resist sharing what I love (along with all my personal discount codes, you're welcome), here are a few more of my current faves to add to what’s in the magazine, below: my Maison Mayle charm necklace, Shylee Rose heart pendant and chain (use code the MR10), Burberry's fringed oversized (and incredibly decadent) reversible scarf (with a handy dandy kilt pin), Jamie Haller's Red Jasper signet ring and the coolest/cutest kitten heels (in delicious ponyhair and snake embossed calfskin), Dorsey's lab-grown diamond choker necklace, Zadig & Voltaire's button-up cashmere, Gerard Darel's knitted handbag, Sea's pompom jacket (on sale!), Khaite's pre-fall silk blend blazer and Sandro's whip-stitched turtleneck. Happy Weekend, all!

Every holiday-party invite landing in my inbox this year seems to have unanimously agreed on the same dress code: festive casual. And I’m here for it. One less thing to decode, overthink, or spiral about in front of the mirror. It's basically a gift! In my book, festive casual translates to not a dress (permission to skip the heels–coat-clutch juggle!) and a big thumbs-up to leather pants (above)--and yes, great jeans paired with something sparkly, textured, embellished, feather-trimmed, or otherwise celebratory on top. Think: this (so pretty for under $200!), this (I mean, wow!), this , this, and this. The beaded Massimo Dutti tank, below, is also a winner. FYI: I am not above, simply adding this to elevate a basic knit or button-down or slipping on this sparkle to meet dress code criterion! (In case you're wondering, I am wearing a Zara shirt, this Altuzarra origami-shaped bag and these Chloe shoes.)