i admit – i wasn’t in love with these loeffler randall sandals at first. but i recently saw them in person, and dear readers, they are fa-bu-lous. truly. that rose gold color is just the right blend of spark and sophistication. and the styling gives a deferential nod to the current gladiator trend, but these will be wearable long after those roman sandals have gone the way of caesar.

score them from our dear friends over at barefoot tess for 40% off their retail of $395, taking them down to less than $250 – just use code 40OFF. but this deal is only good through monday, so move fast!

(ps…if the loefflers aren’t singing your song, it’s also worth a look at their french sole selection…they’re all 40% off too, with that same 40OFF code!)

i got an email from the lovely kate boutique yesterday, showcasing the newest brand into their fantastic boutique: rozae nichols. nicols is an LA native, but her pieces have such a worldly, ethnic vibe – i love the drape, the unique cuts and styling, and the fabrics, which might just be the best part of her collections.

this gorgeous dress ($488) is a perfect example – the cut is fantastic, and the styling is inherently flattering for just about every shape. but that fabric and sash really steal the show.

this yellow halter dress ($518) is the perfect summer addition. the styling is fantastic – i think halter dresses are tough to get right, but nichols has nailed it. the details are effortless (literally – the belt and gorgeous wooden button mean no accessorizing necessary). and that ikat-inspired fabric is incredibly of-the-moment, yet the rest of the dress doesn’t scream trendy.

the dresses are perfection – but i even love her basics. take this jersey tank ($250), for example. proof that names can be deceiving – i would have no trouble wearing this simple “tank” to a dinner party, but it makes a perfect weekday work option, and a perfect denim companion as well.

ditto for this beautiful, seemingly classic black sweater. but take a closer look at those details – the neck tie makes this piece instantly sophisticated and effortlessly styled, and the chic neckline and contrast trim keep this piece unique, and well worth its $160 sale price (see that? you knew i’d have a sale piece in there somewhere…).

check out the full rozae nichols lines at kate boutique or over at shopjake – i’ve definitely found a new designer to love. hope i’m not the only one!