Need vs. Want

Yves Saint Laurent arty gold-plated ring, 

$290 at net-a-porter. Want. Need?

And the cuff too:

Yves Saint Laurent gold-plated cuff, 

$640 at Neiman Marcus.

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Delayed gratification.

3.1 Philip Lim Textured Popcorn and Cable Stitch 

Long Pullover with exposed zipper, $795. 

Part of the pre-Fall 2013 collection on pre-order
through Moda Operandi (with a $398 deposit). 

Want.

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Sick.

Alexander McQueen Snowflake Knucklebox Clutch, $3,195. 

Want (aren't they all?).

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Proenza Schouler asymmetric leather-coated 

woven cotton jacket, $2,650 at net-a-porter. 

Want (obvs - but a girl can dream).

Need vs. Want (Friday throwback edition)

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Don't ask me why I've been in the habit of getting nostalgic on Fridays, because I don't know. But apropos of that, one of my girls has a great story about waiting on L.L. Cool J. at Jackson Hole, the diner on the Upper East Side where she worked while she was at Hunter College in the early 90s. The story is . . . basically that she waited on him. But aside from thinking about L.L. as he existed back then, the best part of the whole thing is homegirl's description of what she was wearing that day (I have no doubt that L.L. approved).

 Cool James waaaay back.

My own decade spent listening to nothing but hip-hop and old soul and rocking Carhartts and Tims on the regular seems like it occurred in another lifetime. But lately I've been feeling inspired to bring some of that old flavor back into my repertoire.

Sooooo... 

6.9 mm Gold Cuban Chain Link Necklace,

$1063.99 online at this place (or some approximation).

Need.

The product description pretty much seals the deal:

Resonate happy memories with flicker of luminous 14k Yellow Gold Cuban chain. It is elegant in timeless fashion chain and has modern comfort fit to suit your urban lifestyle. Flash it plainly or with favorite charm pendant. You'll feel a boost of self-confidence everyday as you wear this with any of your choice clothes. 

Word. And while we're on the subject of Cuban links, this – from what remains one of my top five hip-hop albums of all time:

 
Raekwon f/ Nas and Ghostface Killah, "Verbal Intercourse," 
from Only Built 4 Cuban Linx (Loud, 1995)

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On the wish list for Fall.

Coat, Isabel Marant

Leather top, Yves Saint Laurent

(so long, Stefano)

And while we're at it:

Filson medium canvas duffel ($295, filson.com)

Want.

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Givenchy shirt dress, $2,240 at Barneys.

For the Office.

Reed Krakoff leather-trimmed silk maxi gown, 

$2,600 at net-a-porter.

For the Party.

Want.

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Ridiculously chic.

Alexander McQueen Military Tuxedo All-In-One,
$1885 at Alexander McQueen.
Want.

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While we're at it, I'll also take this.

Or this.

(top) Lanvin subtle-stripe silk dress, $2610;

(bottom) Haute Hippie short jersey dress, $601.
Both at Matches. Want.

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A selection of rare Japanese photo books as highlighted by Abe. Want. Really bad. Go here to browse and purchase.

This one – Daido Moriyama's Karyudo (Hunter: For Jack Kerouac), which comes with a limited edition print – is a steal at $3000.

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I know, I'm in a shopping mood this week. I've been looking for the perfect pair of high-waisted, loose-fitting black pants forever, and these would fit the bill completely.

Need. But alas, unattainable.
Vintage black pants, Yves Saint Laurent,
worn by fashion consultant Susanne Deeken.
Photographed by Olivier Zahm for the
F/W 2011-12 issue of Purple Fashion.

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Bargains!

+J Wool Wrap Coat,
$129 at Uniqlo. NEEEEEED.

+J Wool Jersey Long-Sleeve Dress,
$79 at Uniqlo. Want.

Need vs. Want

Vintage Daisy BB gun for shooting cans on Whidbey Island – highly relaxing activity. Need.

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This happened to appear in my inbox this morning, courtesy of an email from Matches. I'm not generally one for floral prints, but this is lovely.

Preen Akiki dress, $1169 at Matches.com. Want.

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Junya Watanabe MAN x Laboureur Check Jacket,
$475 at Comme des Garçons.


Need.

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A classic white suit. (For instance, this one:
Yves Saint Laurent shawl-collar tuxedo jacket, $2,490,
and cropped tuxedo pants, $1,490,
on pre-order at Neiman Marcus.)

Need.

Need vs. Want

Crosley Spinnerette turntable, $150 at Dijital Fix. It plays and digitizes, and looks cool across the room from your Olivetti Valentine. Kind of Need but mostly just Want.

(via New York magazine)

Need vs. Want

Filson Limited Edition 1897 Collection* Scarlet Mackinaw Wool Cruiser – Extra Long, $370. I have basically the same coat in dark green but this is still tempting. Want.

*While I absolutely love this coat, I have to say that something about the "1897 Collection" qualifier rubs me the wrong way. I love Filson – always have, always will – and I would prefer it to remain above the scramble for precious "heritage" cred, considering it basically invented this kind of gear. On the other hand, I do want Filson to stay in business, and I understand the marketing reasons behind calling out the pedigree.
So then. Fine. Whatever.

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Junya Watanabe Denim and Khaki Shirt
[ahem] $585 at Park & Bond.

There's something about it that doesn't seem quite right, but I dig it. I like the colors and material. Would look good with Clarks. Want.

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Lanvin suede sneaker, made in Italy, $495 at Barneys. Want.