Wednesday Wishlist: The N*A*P edit (Fall picks)

Have we mentioned that net-a-porter is our favorite destination for Luxury buys? Yes, and that's not only because they have all the brands one could possibly want, great photos, great packaging, and great service... but also because we love Natalie Massenet (old video there) as an entrepreneurial Shero.
Now, of course, we have many, many luxury shopping websites and we will -going forward- do edits from those as well, but it's only fitting that we start with N.A.P.

Enjoy, and do let us know in the comments section below what you liked on N.A.P. and why.

PS- Of course, we love everything on the website but just to keep things manageable we've imposed a restriction on ourselves: if we had 10 minutes of free shopping to do, and we could choose only 1 item per category to add to our shopping cart- what would we pick? These are those things...

CHLOÉ Lace-up velvet ankle boots $1,291

Perfect boots for the season: burgundy is so right for fall/winter, and it's velvet- kind and gorgeous!
We are completely sold!
Note- you do not have to lace them up, there is a zipper (phew!).

LANVIN Sugar mini quilted velvet shoulder bag $1,855

Repeat everything we said above- you have to have something in velvet and in this color!
Plush quilted velvet, perfect party size...
Don't bother trying to match you shoes and bags, because Plum is the new Black this season.

PREEN BY THORNTON BREGAZZI Audrey printed devoré silk-blend
 chiffon maxi dress $2,739

A dark floral dress is perfect for fall and this one is beautiful, with the soft fabric and long sleeves it is ideal for styling with coats and boots- just lovely!

CHLOÉ Cashmere turtleneck sweater $714

This season keep your sweaters sleek and layered under your main clothing items.
Now this Chloé turtleneck here is so amazing it can be worn by itself, but it can also be layered under so many things without looking too bulky.

SAINT LAURENT Satin-trimmed wool tuxedo blazer $5,458

Fall is the time to sport menswear-inspired structured blazers juxtaposed with feminine pieces.They will provide all the warmth you need while upping the style quotient of your outfit about 10X

What's more chic, not to mention versatile, than a YSL (now Saint Laurent) tuxedo?

Can you see it casually draped over the shoulder of that preen dress above? Ah, so chic!

BOTTEGA VENETA Fringed cashmere scarf $603

This is not the best time for printed silk scarves, save them for spring.
This is the time for cashmere...this scarf here is exactly what you need as the 3rd piece to lift your outfit.
Long , fine and sleek - it whispers of total refinement in taste.

Okay! that was a quick 10-minute dash and we're out of time...
Tell us what you think.

PPS- As a side-note, do observe the lapel closure on the Saint Laurent Tuxedo - it is left lapel over right which is typically considered appropriate for men's clothing. Obviously, in Blazers (and presumably other formal menswear inspired apparel for women) the rules are more flexible...

We are in love with Gucci- the comeback brand of the year 2016.

Gucci is having an extended "brilliant moment" , in case you didn't realize, read all about it here.
Alessandro Michele is the new creative director and, may we say, he's done a spectacular job of bringing about a bonafide resurgence for the brand. Suddenly the GG sign is flying off the racks again.

Gucci is suddenly an urgently desirable brand, it was always a good brand though the flame was burning low- but now, everyone is dying to just have their latest stuff ASAP.
That makes all the difference- doesn't it? Fashion is all about *strong desire* to act - not just see!

Here is some of their highly desirable merchandise rounded up from across 3-4 of our favorite online luxury shopping destinations: Net-a-porter (an old favorite) , Mytheresa , Luisa via Roma (the next two best options, as per us), and the pre-owned fashion shop - Vestiaire Collective (warning- you will have to signup to browse on this one, but it's totally worth it!).

Enjoy!
Do let us know if you have any favorite pieces that you are in love with, in the comments section below.

GUCCI Horsebit-detailed fringed leather pumps $1,369

These are perfection, and high-heeled loafers are going to be around for a bit. In black, they are going to be chic forever...
Geeky they may be, but they go so well with everything and the horsebit motif is so in right now, that
these are the arguably the most desirable loafers on the planet today!

GUCCI Sylvie leather handbag, 1813 €

You simply can't do without a little bit of that sporty red-and-green striped ribbon in your life!
This bag is small, chic and versatile! Therefore, in great danger of being sold out.

GUCCI Cropped plaid wool jacket $4,367

This is a no-brainer, the jacket is amazing-looking, and will stay that way season after season.
It's expensive, yes- but Plaid is a classic, and this piece is just so sporty and fresh, it will put
a spring in your step. What's the price of joy, anyway?

GUCCI Princetown horsebit-detailed printed satin slippers $1,118

Well, if you aren't too hung up about practicality, this pair of backless, slip-on loafers is an absolute stunner.
To be fair, they are such a statement piece, you can throw on a pair of distressed jeans and a white t-shirt and simply slip these on- you will look and feel like a million bucks, instantly. Guaranteed.

GUCCI Metallic jacquard-knit dress $3,187

Beautiful dress, works well for day and evening.

Though we prefer solids not patterns in expensive clothing, there are always exceptions.The ageless, classic silhouette of this dress and the subdued colors, will allow you to wear it for a while-even through spring next year.

GUCCI Silk blouse € 980

Classic, feminine and stunning. This blouse is just everything.
It might just be sold-out already!

GUCCI Fringed printed silk scarf $550

Small but lovely this slim silk scarf in a green and red geometric print is a little piece of Italian luxury,
and so stylishly versatile.
Hint: Green and red is suddenly a sporty, fresh combination, not just meant for holiday season greetings!

GUCCI Leather belt $432

Classic black belt, and a GG buckle-what's more to say? You need this.

PS- we love almost everything from the Gucci stores on these websites, but in the interest of saving your time and ours, we have limited this post to the above items only...you can always visit the links above and explore all the items there at leisure.

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