Shopping guide: Look haute in sexy one-piece swimsuits

Is this fickle weather driving you crazy? Every other day is a different season and we’re not sure whether to rock sweaters or sandals! But no matter what the weather, we’re always dreaming of summer vacations and sunny beaches - thus let the swimwear shopping begin! We love a great bikini but as we get older, we’ve come to appreciate a sexy one-piece as well. With strategically placed cutouts, a one-piece or monokini can rival a bikini in terms of hotness (while concealing those problem areas too). Rock these haute one-piece swimsuits and get you beach-ready in an instant! The coverage, cutouts and straps are uber-flattering. And uber-sexy.

Click the links below to shop:

Clockwise, from l to r:
La Perla Sequined peacock-print swimsuit, $610

L*Space Stardust Fringe One Piece, $132

Missoni Agadir cut-out one-piece, $515

Vix Swimwear Laura Cutout One Piece, $145

Zimmermann Laced strapless swimsuit, $290

Rosa Cha Wraparound One Piece, $360

Designer duds for a buck (yes, that’s right)

Talk about getting more bang for your buck! theOutnet (the chic and cheap lil’ sibling to Net-a-Porter) is celebrating its 1st birthday on April 16, with a $1 pop-up sale! While supplies last, you can grab one designer item for only a buck! (There’s a limit of one item per guest.) Here’s hoping their servers can handle it. We tried to shop the Christian Louboutin sale on theOutnet last week but sadly left with an empty shopping bag. Hopefully our luck will improve in time for the birthday sale. Don’t be out of luck - register for an account at theOutnet.com now so you can RSVP and shop!

*UPDATE*: You must RSVP to enter the birthday pop-up sale. The RSVP list opened yesterday on March 29th and closes April 11th. Even if you’ve already registered for an account at theOutnet, you’ll still need to RSVP.

Roberto Cavalli Spider-web suede sandals

The last thing on Earth that we want to come across is a spider. That said, we’ll take some spider-inspired accessories any day. The Roberto Cavalli Spider-web suede sandals are just the shoes to usher in spring.

The light gray suede is a perfect neutral to pair with slacks, skirts or dresses for the day, and the shoe also doubles as a great pair of heels for night. Pair these Roberto Cavalli’s with jeans and a chic top for a sleek city look. And while cage booties were all the rage last year, the front spider-web-style pattern very well may dominate this year’s footwear. The pattern goes down the front, leading to an ‘almond’ toe. And the shoes aren’t complete without the 4.5″ heel and zip fastening at back.

Splurge for $700 at NET-A-PORTER.COM

She’s here! The Cat Burglar Barbie by Christian Louboutin

Last month we told you about Christian Louboutin’s collaboration with Mattel to create a limited-edition Barbie doll. And now, just in time for the holidays, she has arrived – the Cat Burglar Barbie by Christian Louboutin. The limited-edition doll is super stylish, but would you expect any less of Monsieur Louboutin? She wears a black catsuit with the red-soled Louboutin Differa sandals and comes with 3 extra pairs of mini Louboutin shoes; the Miss ankle boots, the Claudia peep-toe shoes and the Altameche knee-high boots. Each pair comes with its own shoe box and bag. The doll comes packaged in a brown Louboutin box with a copy of Christian and Barbie’s travel journal. Gift it to the young fashionista in your life, or get it for yourself! Go ahead, we won’t tell!

$150, Net-a-Porter.com

Anya Hindmarch Nadja metallic leather reversible clutch

Now more than ever, shoppers want their money’s worth. So why settle for one bag when you can get a 2-in-1 bag instead? The Anya Hindmarch Nadja metallic leather reversible clutch does double duty as a pewter metallic and burnished gold metallic clutch. This two-toned clutch features two goldtone metal folds with magnetic fastenings, internal and external slip pocket compartments, a zip-close compartment. This luxe little bag is lined in suede and comes with an Anya Hindmarch dustbag.

Get double the bag for only one price.

$565, Net-a-Porter

Fendi Zucca zebra-print tote

As the owner of multiple Fendi bags throughout my handbag life, I have a love/hate relationship with the brand. I love them for their classic yet trendy designs and I also hate them for their many recent design missteps. Honestly, sometimes they take things way too far. But through the good and bad, my favorite Fendi bags have always been the ones that combine the classic zucca pattern with leather trim. With this duo, you can’t go worng! So the Fendi Zucca zebra-print tote gets a ‘love’ stamp of approval. Made of multicolored zucca canvas and patent leather, this tote bag has an edgy contrast black lamé zebra-print overlaid on top. It’s gorgeous and although zebra prints can usually easily go the way of tacky, Fendi gets this one right.

$895, Net-a-Porter

Look Like a Princess (Not Prince) in the Catherine Malandrino Ruffle Neck Top

Ruffled blouses can easily go the way of The Artist Formerly Known As Prince. While it may work for the Purple one, trust us when we say that look is not for the every day woman. So to avoid the Victorian-meets-disco/80’s pop era look, ruffles in balance and moderation are key.

The Catherine Malandrino Ruffle neck top provides the balance. A cement gray tone is the perfect backdrop forthree tiers of ruffles. A symmetric scoop front neckline sexily shows off one shoulder while the peek-a-boo crochet pattern just below the bust slims and tapers your waist.

Thankfully, this is one ruffled top that makes you look more like a Princess; less like Prince.

$255, NET-A-PORTER.COM

In the Navy: Miu Miu’s Studded Shoulder Bag

What color is the new black? Depending on who you ask, the answers differ. But my pick is navy, thanks to this stylish, trendsetting tote.

The Miu Miu Studded shoulder bag is the pick of the season, combining haute trends (stud detail and convertible straps) with a truly classic design. Miu Miu uses simple shapes and solid leathers to create classic bags that stand out in spite of their simplicity. This bag works equally well as a corporate companion for day, as well as for the night owls.

The blue leather mixed with the vertical rows of gold studs gives this bag a nautical feel, yet strays far away from being too trendy. The softly pleated front and studded handles keep it looking mature.

$1,295, NET-A-PORTER.COM