new york times

Ladies and gentlemen (okay, just ladies...), I think we may have finally found some replacements for Michael Kors' menswear-inspired watches. Kate Spade's new foray into timepieces is sure to be a huge success. Expect to start seeing these adorable accessories included in the most stylish arm parties.

The collection is inspired by Kate Spade's home, New York City. Each watch is named after a Big Apple landmark. The Carousel Bangle, a gorgeous bracelet with a clock face, comes in fun, candy colors, but my favorite is the gold polka dots, Gold Confetti. The Delacorte Bangle is a little thicker and is etched with pretty gold designs. The Gramercy, Gramercy Crystal, Gramercy Grand, Seaport and Seaport Grand are old-school basics, like the locations they were named for, but are on trend with the oversized look that is popular now and come in gold, silver and bronze. The Metro has a classic round face and thin leather strap. It's convenient and practical, just like everybody's favorite form of public transportation! I love the Gold Spade and Pink pieces. The Cooper has a delicate square face and comes as a strap, or with classic, ladylike links. The Parsons is available as a strap or with links, and embraces its namesake with an artistic square design. The Waldorf also comes with links or a strap, and looks elegant, like the hotel with a crystal edge.

The watches are fun and feminine, consistent with Kate Spade's current direction. The bangle watches feature sweet messages like "Kick Up Your Heels," and the classic watches come with the option of a cute pink spade. I really love that another trusted designer is getting in on the watch game and think I may have to pick one up for myself!

liking links

I've been actively trying to cut back and simplify my wardrobe. It came to my attention the other day that I have 12 plaid button-ups. So I've been organizing and reorganizing and looking for things to give and throw away. One item I'm not cutting back on is my bracelets

For the past few months I've been actively trying to collect quality, complementing bracelets. I have a basic arm party that I put together made of my gold watch, David Yurman cable bangle, and a wrap-around leather bracelet. I accent those basics with a variety of different bangles and cuffs

My goal is to put together a cohesive, but unique collection that goes together naturally and adds some interest to my outfits. I think these link bracelets by Michael Kors would be the perfect addition. I love the Logo Toggle Bracelet. I feel like it could be worn on the opposite wrist from my big stack. I'm in love with the Pavé Link Bracelet. The hint of crystal looks so glamorous and would mesh with my other gold jewelry but also add something new.

time warp

My dear roommate Marie (also a redhead... or my deux doux rousse) brought these La Mer watches to my attention. She never got a menswear inspired watch and is contemplating making one of these her staple timepiece. I'll never abandon my trusty Michael Kors Gold Bracelet Watch, but I may add this to my wrist repertoire.

I was going to write about the Odyssey Wraps that my roomie is lusting over, but after going to the website, I discovered all the cool, different wrap watches La Mer has. My favorites are the Chain/Charm Wraps. The brown leather with the gold and copper chains looks so classic but casual and different.

The Simple Wraps are anything but. They come in colored snakeskin, glitter, neon and patent leather. The electric yellow and pink leather looks so fresh and modern.

I have a penchant for studded and biker-inspired jewelry, so obviously, I'm obsessed with the Layer and Stud Wraps.

The company also has traditional pieces, but I'm loving their take on watches as interesting jewelry. There's an option to customize a watch, but I love the ones they've already made. The only thing keeping me from putting one of these super stylish watches on my wrist is deciding which one I want.